Using Foamcore: Part 3

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Any questions, comments, or suggestions? Let me know and I'll always reply!

[CueBall]

A technique for removing boards and components that I've seen used a lot on BGG is to put a ribbon underneath, attached to the bottom at the far end. That allows you to pull the end of the ribbon to lift up the pieces. Sort of like the little tabs used in electronics to allow easy removal of batteries.

You might consider doing the same thing for each "layer", so that you don't have to bend the box outwards to pull each level out.

[clemensruis]

I just stumpled upon this video series by luck - and I'm really glad I did.
I don't really play table top games - but this idea can be used on pretty much anything!
For makers to keep their things sorted, like for electronic components or modules.
For your home to keep it tidy and to be able to sort your stuff.
I have lots of large containers which lack dividers - and with this I can make custom-sized dividers and segments.
Awesome!

[Widget]

One thing that helped me when building my Descent box is to get a simple T-square. It's perfect for making sure your cuts are straight and really speeds up the process.

[alastairblake]

A thing you can do to keep everything in it's place when transporting is to cut another "base" that you put on the top layer as a lid that stays flush with all the internal separators underneath.

And you can use those pins you love so much for extra grip to keep the lid on. Or flat elastic bands if you don't want holes.

Or, if you're really OCD and have enough time and you want a really professional looking box you can insert tiny neodymium magnets into the foam of the lid and into the layer underneath. :D

[ReallyBigBadAndy]

Almost five years old and this video is still helping people (me) understand how to work with foam core. Thanks for making these!

[ExcalibursZone]

One thing you could do for cards is add a ribbon that goes underneath the cards and is glued & pinned in place under a wall. That will allow you to tug on the ribbon and access the cards as well. :) Thanks for the tutorials!

[boardgamecloset]

Thanks for sharing. Made a few rookie mistakes but I can't wait to do this for some of my games. I was a ziplock bag nut. I put everything in bags but now with custom inserts I think I can let go of my obsession with plastic bags :)

[hypersapien]

you missed an important warning: customizing your board games is extremely addictive!

[htrabj]

Great tutorial! Super helpful - I just built my first two organizers using your tutorial and they came out great.

One small difference - with all the components in the box, I used a mechanical pencil to mark off where I needed walls, then took all the pieces out, then built the walls. Turned out better that way because I'm a newbie and used WAY too much glue initially :)

[EviLNox]

I actually came across these videos as I was googling "foam board" because I wanted to find where I can get some so I can make an insert for Caverna. And just figured I would watch. I found some sheets, not as large as yours for $1 each, but they are only about half the size of the large sheet you used.

If I enjoy the caverna project, I will likely make inserts for all of my games.

[mrpaulommf]

Hi, great idea using foamcore. Inspired by you I made myself 3 inserts, Arkham Horror (basically just the cards, for base game and 2 board expansions); GoT LCG (base, 2 big exp. & 3 chapters) and Mansion of Madness (base & Alchemy exp., the medium and small monsters didn't fit. Very proud of myself! Thanks for the video!!

[RussFoster]

This is an awesome tutorial. I'm not sure why it's taken me so long to find this. I've been making my own organization for games using cereal boxes, card stock, and plastic bags. What you've done is an entirely different level. I especially like how you addressed making a notch to pull cards out.


I also like how you re-used the original cardboard insert. I always hated just throwing out the original insert, since it usually has some texture/flavor/picture on it. Using it as a lid and separator is genius. Nice job on the tutorial!

[mrbrianparker]

Right, I'm inspired. I'm going to do this.

[DanLimbach]

How about creating a stockpile of insert components that can be glued into the game box as needed? One type for standard sized cards, one for counters, one for dice, etc. You could build an inventory and plunk them into the boxes, and make custom bins for off-sized areas when needed. Cut the custom bottom piece of foam board and then lay down the bins you need from your stockpile.

[trinkdaddy]

AWESOME video. I'm always looking at ways to improve use of space/organizing games but never thought of making my own inserts. Really like this. Thanks!

[samfrey]

Thank you so much for this series of videos.  I have completed an insert for my Marvel Legendary Game and now I have room for all of my cards again.  It was fun, and very rewarding.  I made a couple of mistakes, but nothing from which I could not recover.  Again, thank you for this.  I see myself doing this much more.

[Avataarkaap]

Thanks. This was great! You've inspired me to make one for my Blood Rage set.

[Kanvass]

Great tutorial man, very unique idea to make a video about too. Well done.

[Fishingwiththefishers]

This is such a helpful series. Thanks so much man!

[dyeyk]

You have inspired me to take another shot at taming this material called -- "foamcore"