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.