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Post by MsAli on Nov 25, 2017 21:12:24 GMT -5
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Post by rockjunquie on Nov 25, 2017 22:27:24 GMT -5
Nothing is harder than wrapping irregular tumbles. So, you did good.  |
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Post by MsAli on Nov 25, 2017 23:28:28 GMT -5
Thank you! They like to slip around a lot. I'm trying to pick out ones that at least have some decent shape.
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Post by Pat on Nov 25, 2017 23:41:08 GMT -5
Don’t know if this is acceptable or not, but could you file a few little nicks there you want the wire to stay?
I like that your samples are all different.
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Post by vegasjames on Nov 25, 2017 23:46:20 GMT -5
Very nice job on all of them.
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Post by grumpybill on Nov 26, 2017 6:21:53 GMT -5
I'm also new to wrapping and have been working mainly with irregular shaped stones. Yours show a lot more creativity than any of mine have.
A few things I've learned:
Using smaller wire on the bindings than on the wraps makes things look neater/tighter.
I loop my bails around short wood dowel rods and leave the rods in there until I've finished everything.
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Fossilman
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Post by Fossilman on Nov 26, 2017 10:22:33 GMT -5
Very nice wraps...My problem is leaving the pliers mark on the wire,and twisting the wire in the wrong areas...
So your doing pretty good for being new at it!
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Post by MsAli on Nov 26, 2017 10:43:20 GMT -5
Don’t know if this is acceptable or not, but could you file a few little nicks there you want the wire to stay? I like that your samples are all different. I would think I could, but it may just end up scratching the stone? Might try it on one |
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Post by MsAli on Nov 26, 2017 10:44:32 GMT -5
I'm also new to wrapping and have been working mainly with irregular shaped stones. Yours show a lot more creativity than any of mine have. A few things I've learned: Using smaller wire on the bindings than on the wraps makes things look neater/tighter. I loop my bails around short wood dowel rods and leave the rods in there until I've finished everything. Great idea!! I will try that next. |
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Post by MsAli on Nov 26, 2017 10:46:23 GMT -5
Very nice wraps...My problem is leaving the pliers mark on the wire,and twisting the wire in the wrong areas... So your doing pretty good for being new at it! Thank you...I have the same problem with the older marks. Hence the reason I filed the black wire in areas to give it a "tarnished look. Going to buy some with plastic coating to hopefully correct that problem. |
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fishermenrock
having dreams about rocks
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Post by fishermenrock on Nov 26, 2017 19:24:25 GMT -5
I started or wrapping irregular shaped tumbled stones. I found that square wire was easier to wrap with. And that the black coated wire scraps off very easy, all pliers had to be Teflon coated.i only used the black wire a few times and got so frustrated I never went back.
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Post by MsAli on Nov 26, 2017 19:33:07 GMT -5
I started or wrapping irregular shaped tumbled stones. I found that square wire was easier to wrap with. And that the black coated wire scraps off very easy, all pliers had to be Teflon coated.i only used the black wire a few times and got so frustrated I never went back. I got some flat wire but it's too wide for the smaller stones. The black is hard to work with, but with the right stone it gives it a neat look. Post some pics, I would love to see more wrapped tumbles |
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fishermenrock
having dreams about rocks
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Post by fishermenrock on Nov 27, 2017 13:22:05 GMT -5
These are from a year ago or so, I don't do tumbled stones too often anymore, cabs are just to easy to wrap.  |
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Post by MsAli on Nov 27, 2017 14:44:24 GMT -5
These are from a year ago or so, I don't do tumbled stones too often anymore, cabs are just to easy to wrap. Those are great!! |
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Post by tims on Nov 27, 2017 18:53:59 GMT -5
One nice thing about practicing on odd tumbles is you find ways to make things work. I wrapped an elk tooth for a buddy yesterday and it was cake compared to some of the weird rocks i've fought with.
Thanks for sharing, and when you discover the secret to quick and easy bails let me know ...
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Post by MsAli on Nov 27, 2017 20:12:28 GMT -5
One nice thing about practicing on odd tumbles is you find ways to make things work. I wrapped an elk tooth for a buddy yesterday and it was cake compared to some of the weird rocks i've fought with. Thanks for sharing, and when you discover the secret to quick and easy bails let me know ... That' s the main thing I'm having issues with. They come out like a mess |
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