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Post by melhill1659 on Feb 14, 2017 1:03:55 GMT -5
Had some trouble with this cab later today during the polishing stage. A small piece decided to brake but since it's for me...  |
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Post by MrP on Feb 14, 2017 5:41:02 GMT -5
melhill1659 I like the style of this wrap. I never thought of capturing the wires different, front vs back..............................MrP
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Post by Drummond Island Rocks on Feb 14, 2017 7:54:43 GMT -5
Congrats on getting that first one done. I still have my first couple stashed away.
Chuck
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Post by melhill1659 on Feb 14, 2017 8:54:33 GMT -5
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Post by rockjunquie on Feb 14, 2017 9:51:02 GMT -5
Looks great! Very neat. You really can't tell the stone broke, either.
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Fossilman
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Post by Fossilman on Feb 14, 2017 10:21:43 GMT -5
Very very nice wrap! Simple,but to the point!! The way it's incorporated is beautiful...Nicely done!
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TByrd
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Post by TByrd on Feb 14, 2017 16:00:40 GMT -5
Great job. I love how you used the wider wires in between the front and back wires.
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Post by melhill1659 on Feb 14, 2017 17:37:57 GMT -5
Thanks Guys!! Oh an if ANYONE has any tips or constructive criticism's , don't ever hesitate to chime in. Playing with the earrings now!
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Post by Roger on Feb 14, 2017 23:22:37 GMT -5
Much, much, nicer than my first wraps. Very nice job on the bail. It took me a lot of wraps before I ever made a bail that looked complete. Can't wait to see the earrings!
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Post by melhill1659 on Feb 15, 2017 15:26:33 GMT -5
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Post by melhill1659 on Feb 15, 2017 15:27:12 GMT -5
My homemade earring holder turned out great!
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Post by rockjunquie on Feb 15, 2017 15:53:33 GMT -5
I like those! I like that style earwire, too. What gauge did you use on them? BTW- in case you didn't know- twisted wire earwires are often called "non- slip earwires".  I should mention- not to nit pick, but it is my own anal pet peeve- when you cut a wire, try to get into the habit of cutting with the flat side of the cutters. It will cut more flush that way. Sorry, I'm not trying to be negative- because there is nothing negative about your early effort, AT ALL. But, you asked, so I thought I would say. |
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Post by melhill1659 on Feb 15, 2017 20:55:25 GMT -5
I like those! I like that style earwire, too. What gauge did you use on them? BTW- in case you didn't know- twisted wire earwires are often called "non- slip earwires". I should mention- not to nit pick, but it is my own anal pet peeve- when you cut a wire, try to get into the habit of cutting with the flat side of the cutters. It will cut more flush that way. Sorry, I'm not trying to be negative- because there is nothing negative about your early effort, AT ALL. But, you asked, so I thought I would say. I appreciate any tips, Thank You. I WILL GET THIS 😂😂 I see what you're talking about now. I'll get my file out. |
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Post by pghram on Feb 16, 2017 18:08:17 GMT -5
That's a very nice set. I also like the thicker wire for the frame.
Peace,
Rich
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Post by melhill1659 on Feb 16, 2017 20:15:47 GMT -5
That's a very nice set. I also like the thicker wire for the frame. Peace, Rich Thank You! |
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Post by paulshiroma on Feb 16, 2017 20:56:16 GMT -5
*** APPLAUSE ***
Came out beautiful! Nice job.
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Post by melhill1659 on Feb 17, 2017 19:20:06 GMT -5
I like those! I like that style earwire, too. What gauge did you use on them? BTW- in case you didn't know- twisted wire earwires are often called "non- slip earwires". I should mention- not to nit pick, but it is my own anal pet peeve- when you cut a wire, try to get into the habit of cutting with the flat side of the cutters. It will cut more flush that way. Sorry, I'm not trying to be negative- because there is nothing negative about your early effort, AT ALL. But, you asked, so I thought I would say. I used 18gauge on those |
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Post by rockjunquie on Feb 18, 2017 12:32:25 GMT -5
I like those! I like that style earwire, too. What gauge did you use on them? BTW- in case you didn't know- twisted wire earwires are often called "non- slip earwires". I should mention- not to nit pick, but it is my own anal pet peeve- when you cut a wire, try to get into the habit of cutting with the flat side of the cutters. It will cut more flush that way. Sorry, I'm not trying to be negative- because there is nothing negative about your early effort, AT ALL. But, you asked, so I thought I would say. I used 18gauge on those 18 for the wires, too? That's a bit unusual. It's usually 20g and sometimes 22g. |
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Post by melhill1659 on Feb 18, 2017 20:15:51 GMT -5
It was so twisty an purdy 🙈 Tela, probably why I had such a hard time getting it to mind huh...
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Post by rockjunquie on Feb 18, 2017 20:18:52 GMT -5
It was so twisty an purdy 🙈 Tela, probably why I had such a hard time getting it to mind huh... 18g is fine for a wrap. I was talking about the earwires. The gauge is a bit big for comfortable earwires. Looks like you had perfectly good control over the wire. |
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