After more than a month of tinkling around, I am finally absolutely satisfied with the results. From being just another new kid on the block, I have managed to transform it into something with personality and beauty all rolled into one. I have gotten many compliments and like any proud parent, I am always happy to show off my pride and joy. What could I be talking about? Have a look for yourself.
Once upon a time, there was a generic looking HP 2133 mini-notebook. It doesn't qualify as an ugly duckling per se, the brushed aluminium look gave it a professional and business-y feel, all very corporate appropriate but didn't give anything that would distinguish this lil netty from all the other netty's of its kind. It felt soul-less, without its own identity to cling to, it was lost. It envied the Vivienne Tam HP 1000 for its vibrant colour and pattern that drew one and all to it. But not for long......
Armed with determination and some cash, the transformation began. First, it was given a new look. A pop of personality that set it apart from the rest. But the change didn't end there. Half-arsed transformation was not going to cut it. It would merely look freaky with the clash between the new appearance and that brushed metal look. Something extra needed to be done......
It was then taken to a specialist shop, one that could meld the two looks together. And at a cost of USD8, 1.5 hours later, the operation was complete. Gather round and get your first glimpse of the new and further improved Netty......
After putting on the decal I got from skins4u.com, I loved the look but felt that the decal didn't completely gel with the aluminium look of the rest of the netbook. Plus the pop of pink was a tad too much pop for me. I went to this shop that specializes in wrapping phones, laptop and myriad other tech gadgets in these sticky seran wrap like material. I've used this shop before for my E61i and was completely satisfied with the results. The wrap protects your gadget from unsightly scratches and kept the dirt out from 99% of the gadgets orifices.
It's daunting watching the process as a blade and a lighter are involved in the wrapping process. Once you get over the fact that short bursts of fire is being applied directly onto you hundereds of dollars worth item, you'll be fascinated, enthralled even, at the patience and preciseness that goes into the wrapping process. You can choose from a myriad of wrap designs. For my E61i, I chose a transparent wrap as I liked the mocha colour of my casing but for my Netty, I went with a black transparent sheet. It muted the pink in the decal but still allowed some vibrancy to show. Also, the brushed metal of the casing was enhanced and made even more gorgeous by the black transparent sheet. In my opinion that is. But I have gotten many compliments and enquiries after I got it done. Am extremely satisfied with the outcome. My Netty is gorgeous, stylish and protected. I couldn't ask for more than that :D
Once upon a time, there was a generic looking HP 2133 mini-notebook. It doesn't qualify as an ugly duckling per se, the brushed aluminium look gave it a professional and business-y feel, all very corporate appropriate but didn't give anything that would distinguish this lil netty from all the other netty's of its kind. It felt soul-less, without its own identity to cling to, it was lost. It envied the Vivienne Tam HP 1000 for its vibrant colour and pattern that drew one and all to it. But not for long......
Armed with determination and some cash, the transformation began. First, it was given a new look. A pop of personality that set it apart from the rest. But the change didn't end there. Half-arsed transformation was not going to cut it. It would merely look freaky with the clash between the new appearance and that brushed metal look. Something extra needed to be done......
It was then taken to a specialist shop, one that could meld the two looks together. And at a cost of USD8, 1.5 hours later, the operation was complete. Gather round and get your first glimpse of the new and further improved Netty......
After putting on the decal I got from skins4u.com, I loved the look but felt that the decal didn't completely gel with the aluminium look of the rest of the netbook. Plus the pop of pink was a tad too much pop for me. I went to this shop that specializes in wrapping phones, laptop and myriad other tech gadgets in these sticky seran wrap like material. I've used this shop before for my E61i and was completely satisfied with the results. The wrap protects your gadget from unsightly scratches and kept the dirt out from 99% of the gadgets orifices.
It's daunting watching the process as a blade and a lighter are involved in the wrapping process. Once you get over the fact that short bursts of fire is being applied directly onto you hundereds of dollars worth item, you'll be fascinated, enthralled even, at the patience and preciseness that goes into the wrapping process. You can choose from a myriad of wrap designs. For my E61i, I chose a transparent wrap as I liked the mocha colour of my casing but for my Netty, I went with a black transparent sheet. It muted the pink in the decal but still allowed some vibrancy to show. Also, the brushed metal of the casing was enhanced and made even more gorgeous by the black transparent sheet. In my opinion that is. But I have gotten many compliments and enquiries after I got it done. Am extremely satisfied with the outcome. My Netty is gorgeous, stylish and protected. I couldn't ask for more than that :D
