GlamRocks
starting to spend too much on rocks
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Post by GlamRocks on Aug 3, 2009 14:07:11 GMT -5
Hiya folks, Well it's taken far far to long to get back to some form of fun, and I can't tell you how much I've enjoyed working on these. I don't have the facilities to cut as I'd like to but when I get the chance I make hay in the sun. Hope you like the results.  Labradorite - Madagascar  Kalahari Picture Stone - South Africa  Rhodonite - Unknown location   Tigers Eye - South Africa  Ocean Jasper - Madagascar   Graveyard Point Plume - Oregon  Blue Goldstone - Unknown Location As you may be able to tell - I had a lot of fun! Thanks for looking! Cheers, Harry. |
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Post by tkrueger3 on Aug 3, 2009 14:52:53 GMT -5
Wow, those are beautiful! Do you do the silversmithing as well? I'm blown away by the tiger's eye trio.
Tom
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lparker
fully equipped rock polisher
Still doing too much for being retired!
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Post by lparker on Aug 3, 2009 14:53:44 GMT -5
1,3, and 6 aren't bad at all. The rest seem to be missing something...Aha...The whole pictures:)
Lee
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Aug 3, 2009 15:35:46 GMT -5
I'm not sure what Lee is referring to, I see all the pics. And they're nice! Nice stones and nice silversmithing, too!
Chuck
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Post by Bejewelme on Aug 3, 2009 16:30:09 GMT -5
Harry: I didn't even know you did silver work, wow, incredible I can't even pick a fav, they just get more and more beautiful, although that Lab is da bomb!!! Love the settings with that tube effect at the top, how big are these pieces? I love that blue goldstone and it just looks dazzling set in silver! Great job all around!! Amber  |
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Sabre52
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Me and my gal, Rosie
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Post by Sabre52 on Aug 3, 2009 17:17:05 GMT -5
Wow your silver work and cabbing are both fantastic. Wouldn't be a location for goldstone as it's a man made material. Think it's made by monks in Italy or something like that...Mel
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Post by NatureNut on Aug 3, 2009 19:28:00 GMT -5
Harry, these are absolutely spectacular! The silverwork is wonderful. the Lab has stolen my heart the most. Glad to see you and see you having fun!  Jo |
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Post by Woodyrock on Aug 4, 2009 1:05:02 GMT -5
Wow! I really like your bezels, are they built up...or are they castings? Either way they certainly look very good. I am not trying to steal the thunder from the cabs, but the silver just jumps out at me.
Woody
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GlamRocks
starting to spend too much on rocks
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Post by GlamRocks on Aug 4, 2009 13:53:42 GMT -5
Hiya Folks! Geeze, I think you have all credited me with WAAAAYYYY too much talent! I'm sorry to shatter the illusion but they're commercial settings! Yikes! If I could make these myself I really would be as good as you think I am!  ;D HE he he! My customers like quick cheap and cheerful, and the sales are just snowballing. Everyone has an outfit that's missing the accent to set it off. My niche is to provide a custom stone, they pick a setting and the job's a good un! Sorry tkrueger3, I really seriously wish I could silver smith - maybe sometime in the future - if the orders dry up! lparker - Loved the comment! He he he! Hard Rock Cafe - Thanks for the kind comments! bejewelme - Mr's rocks loves the Blue Goldstone too - that one mysteriously disappeared before the adhesive set! They are mainly 18x25mm and 25mm circles. The earrings were 2 14x10's. Glad you liked 'em! sabre52 - Thanks Mel, I didn't know if it was from the source (Venice) or a local UK knock off. naturenut - I owe's you one anyway Bud - You better drop me your addy! (just incase I can't find it in my rock box) ;D woodyrock - I found the supplier a couple of weeks back and now I'm seriously busy! I guess they jump at other folks too! It's weird how the rocks were "pretty" till I set them - then they sell themselves! Cheers Folks, you guys rock! ;D Harry. |
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Jason
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Post by Jason on Aug 4, 2009 14:34:38 GMT -5
very nice..love that lab...i bet that sucker blinds in the sun..good job!
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Post by Bejewelme on Aug 6, 2009 5:18:35 GMT -5
Harry:
Those settings are really classy, they really make the cabs shine, lvery nice fine jewelry! I wonder where we can source them here. I would love those tube ones for really special cabs!
Great job, though, so you just glue them in? What adhesive are you using?
Amber
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Post by stonesthatrock on Aug 6, 2009 19:35:27 GMT -5
those are outstanding....... i love the goldstone and the lab about knocked my eyes out. Those are commericial bezels? May i ask where you got them?
mary ann
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mc2
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Post by mc2 on Aug 6, 2009 22:48:04 GMT -5
I would have to say the lab is my favorite, just wow!! Like Mary Ann asked, I too would like to have some settings like those also. They are great!!
Mike
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GlamRocks
starting to spend too much on rocks
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Post by GlamRocks on Aug 7, 2009 14:38:58 GMT -5
Hiya Folks, Amber - I'm so pleased that they caught your eye - they certainly make a difference to the cabs and have been very well received by all who have seen them. I simply set them in to the setting using 2 part epoxy adhesive, quick, simple, permanent. I scratch the middle of the setting to allow the glue to "key" and apply a small dab of glue, then gently nestle the stone on top. I find it useful to grind a very small bevel around the back edge of the stone at about 45o, this helps to ensure the stone sits comfortably. Mary Ann - It's great to say Hi again Buddy, you may ask indeed - I spent a long time trying all the commercial settings I could find, and these are by far the best of the bunch. I eventually tracked down a supplier who specialises in Dichroic Glass, and she trades through the following website... www.dichro-findings.co.uk So glad you liked 'em! I must place an order with you sometime for some of your exquisite slabs - maybe when I sell the next batch I shall check out what you have available! Hi Mike - Check out the site, I'm sure they will be able to help you out - and although they seem a little pricey - they certainly make a nice stone a little more desirable! ;D Cheers Guys! Harry. |
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Post by sitnwrap on Aug 11, 2009 14:07:53 GMT -5
Wow, they are all just simply elegant. Good for you finding the perfect settings for your perfect cabs. That bracelet is stunning just stunning.
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Post by stonesthatrock on Aug 25, 2009 18:01:23 GMT -5
ty harry, i'm a bit slow in saying ty for the website, i got busy......... i will be happy to sell you some slabs, i have the best prices in town. ehehehehe
mary ann
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beaddot
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Post by beaddot on Aug 27, 2009 12:00:57 GMT -5
They are all great! That blue goldstone is my favorite!!
Dot
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Jo
;D HE he he!
