Personalized Ribbons at Anime Los Angeles: Unleash Your Creativity at the Ribbon Station!
At Anime Los Angeles, attendees can create full-color custom ribbons, offering vibrant and detailed designs printed directly onto white satin ribbon. Unlike traditional foil ribbons, which use stamped foil designs, these full-color ribbons provide greater design flexibility and creative freedom.
Pricing for Full-Color Ribbons:
- $20 for 25 Standard Ribbons (4”x1.5”)*
- $30 for 25 Large Ribbons (4”x2.5”)*
- Ribbons can be ordered in increments of 25
- No bulk discounts are available for larger orders.
*Ribbons are ½” taller than the imprint space, to allow blank space for tape. See Design Requirements for more details.
The Ribbon Station does not currently offer a hot-foil ribbon service. For hot-foil ribbons, we recommend choosing a vendor a few months ahead of the convention to allow for their production times.
Order Before the Event:
This year, for added convenience, you can pre-order your ribbons before the event! By ordering ahead, your ribbons will be ready for pickup at the Ribbon Station when you arrive at the convention.
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Order Ahead Benefits:
- No limits on the number of ribbons you can order.
- No need to book a time slot during the busy convention weekend.
- Guaranteed to have your ribbons ready when you arrive at the Ribbon Station.
How to Order
- Submit your design and order details through the Request Form.
- Wait for an invoice, which will be sent to you via email.
- Once payment is processed, your order will be officially placed, and we will begin production.
- Pick up your ribbons during the convention at the Ribbon Station in the Exhibit Hall.
Orders must be placed by Sunday, December 22, 2024, although this deadline may change if demand is high to ensure all orders are fulfilled. If the deadline has passed and you are interested in ribbons, proceed to the next section’s instructions.
Ribbon Making During the Convention:
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We offer a quick 1-2 hour turnaround time, so you can get your ribbons the same day you imagine them! Material availability and time constraints may limit custom ribbon production.
Benefits of Ordering During the Event
- Immediate Replenishment: Quickly get more ribbons if you run out during the con.
- Last-Minute Creativity: Don’t let your memes be dreams–Create new ribbons on the spot!
- Avoid Holiday Cut-Offs: Get ribbons for the event even if you missed online deadlines.
- Design Assistance: Get help from a designer to refine your design and ensure a polished result.
Two Order Options:
Make An Appointment
Book a 30-minute dedicated session with a digital artist to create your ribbon design! This option is ideal if you require design assistance. Prepare your design details ahead of time by following our guidelines to maximize your appointment.
Appointments will become available closer to the event.
Quantity Guidelines:
To ensure efficiency, the following guidelines apply when ordering ribbons during the convention:
- Maximum of 4 designs per appointment slot.
- Total cap of 200 ribbons per appointment slot.
Examples:
- 50 ribbons each of 4 designs.
- 100 ribbons of one design, 50 of another, and 25 each of two additional designs.
These limits have been set to ensure that the Ribbon Station can efficiently fulfill your order within the designated timeframe and without impacting the schedules of other attendees.
Design Requirements
Whether you’re ordering before or during the event, please ensure that your design follows these guidelines:
- Edge to Edge Imprint Space*
- Standard Ribbons: 4”x1”
- Large Ribbons: 4”x2”
- Submit designs in high-resolution PNG or PSD format for the best results (300 DPI recommended). Avoid solid or predominantly black designs, as these may not print well on white satin.
*Ribbons are ½” taller than the imprint space, to allow blank space for tape.
If you require design assistance, you should prepare the following details to help our designers.
- Graphic/Logo
- Text/Quote
- Font: (We recommend browsing Dafont or 1001 Free Fonts for options. Please include a direct link to your chosen font.)
- Design Description: You can either provide a detailed description or even a simple sketch, and we’ll work to bring it to life.
We will provide a design mock-up and allow for one round of free revisions. Additional revisions may incur extra charges.
Content Restrictions
We reserve the right to refuse any designs that include (but are not limited to) the following references:
- Alcohol or inappropriate behavior
- Violence, self-harm
- Offensive or discriminatory content based on race, gender, sex, religion, politics, etc.
Ribbons FAQ
What are ribbons?
Ribbons are collectible strips of satin featuring text, graphics, or designs that attendees exchange, display, or use to represent interests and participation in the event.
Why are ribbons important?
They enhance the Anime Los Angeles experience by acting as icebreakers, collectibles, and unique ways to engage with fellow attendees, vendors, and artists.
What is the Ribbon Station?
The Ribbon Station is Anime Los Angeles’ official ribbon hub! We offer free and paid activities to earn ribbons during the convention, and also offer in-house services for designing and printing custom ribbons before and during the convention.
How far in advance should you buy ribbons?
It’s recommended to order at least two months ahead since vendors have cutoff dates due to high demand. The Ribbon Station accepts pre-orders closer to the event and offers limited on-site capacity.
Where do you go if you have more questions?
Before the event, email us at [email protected]. You can also join the Anime Los Angeles Discord to ask ribbon enthusiasts for advice. During the event, visit the Ribbon Station in the exhibit hall.
Related Pages
Ribbon Station – https://animelosangeles.org/interactive/ribbon-station/
Ribbons at Anime Los Angeles – https://animelosangeles.org/ribbons-at-anime-los-angeles/
For any questions or further assistance, please contact the Ribbon Station team at [email protected].
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