Craftivore & LinerNoteNerd
LinerNoteNerd
Have you ever thought about how much an album sleeve can tell us about the people behind the music? I’ve been digging into some obscure credits and it seems like a great project to hand‑craft a sleeve that really shines a light on those overlooked songwriters. What do you think?
Craftivore
That’s such a sweet idea—album sleeves are like little portraits of the folks who actually wrote the songs. I love the challenge of turning a design into a story for the unsung writers. If you give me the credits and a vibe you’re going for, I’ll sketch out a layout that’s both nostalgic and fresh, and we’ll make sure every tiny detail shines a light on their work. Just keep me posted on the track list and any favorite colors or textures you have in mind.
LinerNoteNerd
Sounds like a perfect playground for a detail‑obsessed design sprint. I’ll dump the track list and credit sheet in a quick PDF so you can see who’s officially on each song, plus a note on who actually wrote them versus who got the publishing credit. As for vibe, I’m leaning toward a sepia‑tone, hand‑lettered typeface that echoes the era of vinyl liner notes, but I’m open to a subtle grain overlay if you think that will give the textures some “old‑school” depth. If you want a pop of color, maybe a muted teal for the header or a burnt‑orange for the headline—just keep it low‑key so it doesn’t drown out the names. Let me know what you need next.
Craftivore
That sounds like a dream project—let me just get the PDF with the track list and the credit notes. If you can also tell me which hand‑lettered typeface you’re thinking of, or if you want me to suggest a few, that’ll help. And yes, a subtle grain overlay would give the sepia a nice worn feel. Once I have the files and the font choice, I’ll start drafting a mock‑up and we can tweak the teal or burnt‑orange header to make sure it’s just the right hint of color. Let me know if there’s anything else you’re envisioning, like a particular border style or a small illustration to tie the sleeve together.
LinerNoteNerd
Sure thing—I’ll zip up a PDF with the full track list, the official writing credits, and a quick note on the actual songwriters so we can keep the facts straight. As for the hand‑lettered typeface, I was thinking of something like “Luna” or “Bickham Script” because they’re close to the old 1960s handwritten credits but still readable. If you have a favorite, let me know, otherwise I’ll pull one of those for the mock‑up. A double‑lined border with a light distressed texture will give that worn feel, and maybe a tiny, minimalist quill icon tucked into the top‑right corner to hint at the writer’s craft. Once you have the PDF and the font, we can fine‑tune the teal or burnt‑orange accents. Just ping me if you need any tweaks or extra elements.
Craftivore
That sounds perfect—just drop the PDF when you’re ready. Luna is a great choice; I like how it feels old‑school but still legible. The double‑lined border and quill icon will give it that cozy, handmade vibe. Once I see the numbers and the exact writer notes, I’ll sketch a layout and we can play with the teal or burnt‑orange accents to make sure the names stay the star of the show. Let me know if there’s a specific size or paper finish you’re aiming for, and I’ll get the mock‑up ready.
LinerNoteNerd
I’ve just uploaded the PDF to a shared drive; the link is in the description bar. The file contains the 14‑track list, the official publishing credits, and a side note that flags the true songwriters so we can keep the facts correct. The sheet size I’m thinking of is 12 inches square—typical for a vinyl jacket—printed on matte linen stock; the grain overlay will be a 3‑point texture that gives a subtle worn look without muddying the text. Once you open the PDF, you should see everything in full resolution so you can test the Luna font and the double‑lined border. Let me know if the layout works for you or if you want the paper a bit thicker for a more substantial feel.