Having fun with Barcodes (UPC codes)
Barcodes grace almost every product we sell. Considering how much package real estate they command, why shouldn't they be more fun?
Tips
• Colours* can be changed but the colour chosen must appear black under red light, so blue and green are possible options. Here's a great tutorial link explaining the science behind the use of colour.
• The number string is only there to help a human reader interpret the barcode; if nothing else, change the font!
• Blank space should be left at either end so the scanner can recognise the beginning and end of the code.
• There should be a healthy sized horizontal strip of uninterrupted code from the first to the last bar.
• Test it! Print it out and check it using a barcode reader app on your smart phone or at the local supermarket.


Castle Barcode - for child's puzzle

The GPO, Dublin

The Four Courts - Dublin

For book jacket - Good Red Herring



From a few years ago; this was my first attempt at livening up the humbel barcode. From Mic's Chilli Inferno range

Mic's Chilli - Hot Wings Sauce


Mic's Chilli BBQ Sauce

Mic's Chilli BBQ Sauce

Mic's Chilli Sweet Chilli Sauce

Mic's Chilli Sweet Chilli Sauce

Smorgasboard the board game for foodies

Smorgasboard

Snappy Flossers

Snappy Flossers

Chilly Moo frozen yogurt

One that didn't go to print (too big:)

Chilly Moo frozen yogurt

Whitebeam album (CD)

Whitebeam album (CD)

1+2+3+4+1+2+3+4+1+2+
4/4 time barcode Tee

From WIP Voodoo Pets

From WIP Voodoo Pets

for El Mariachi Mexican Wine label

wine label option

'Cow in a Can' fun personal project - from 'Cows are REALLY Meaty!'