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Post by MsAli on Nov 5, 2018 7:58:03 GMT -5
I am one of those weird ones that normally doesnt take traditional medicine. Honey and pineapple juice for cough.
Eculyptis and spearmint baths for fever and lots of vicks.
Fever wasnt breaking though so tylenol it was.
Feeling better today, but I'm staying home.
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Post by MsAli on Nov 5, 2018 8:01:29 GMT -5
Novaculite is one of the more sought after knapping materials. The only source I know of is Missouri/Arkansas. Of all the cherts/agates/jaspers I believe it requires the highest temperature to heat treat at an average 900F. It occurs in black-grey-white. The white can be pure lily white and is awesome. It is some interesting stuff Willie was telling me he collects at a place not a lot of people know about in some gravel beds. I sent him a nice box to play with Interesting to see what he does with the small slab of MEJ I sent Told him if he cant Knapp it to please send it back unharmed  |
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Post by fernwood on Nov 5, 2018 8:14:54 GMT -5
I make my own tonics, syrups, lotions, oils as well, or purchase natural ones locally.
Glad you are feeling better.
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Post by parfive on Nov 5, 2018 12:40:44 GMT -5
Novaculite also = Hard Arkansas Oilstone
This is the finest and rarest abrasive stone in existence.
It is the pure form of Novaculite rock, found only in the area
surrounding Hot Springs.
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Post by MsAli on Nov 14, 2018 11:18:27 GMT -5
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Post by miket on Nov 14, 2018 15:51:49 GMT -5
Great work, I really like the 3-stone design! Course, the Botswana isn't too shabby either  |
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Post by MsAli on Nov 14, 2018 16:07:42 GMT -5
Great work, I really like the 3-stone design! Course, the Botswana isn't too shabby either I am loving the 3 stone lake superior agate. I set it on fire and the patina came out so cool I really love setting copper on fire |
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jimaz
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Post by jimaz on Nov 14, 2018 17:07:27 GMT -5
Do you use lighter fluid or something similar to set it on fire?
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Post by hummingbirdstones on Nov 14, 2018 17:24:30 GMT -5
Beautiful work, Ali! I'm really digging that last pendant. Very sleek.
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Post by MsAli on Nov 14, 2018 17:46:44 GMT -5
Do you use lighter fluid or something similar to set it on fire? I used a lighter but I am thinking a small butane torch would be easier to heat it faster |
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Post by MsAli on Nov 14, 2018 17:47:15 GMT -5
Beautiful work, Ali! I'm really digging that last pendant. Very sleek. Thank you! That one sold pretty fast. I have another one like it in the works |
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jimaz
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Post by jimaz on Nov 14, 2018 21:18:21 GMT -5
I think what you have done with your electroforming is fascinating. I look forward to each of your new creations.
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Post by MsAli on Nov 15, 2018 6:45:26 GMT -5
I think what you have done with your electroforming is fascinating. I look forward to each of your new creations. Thank you! |
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Post by RWA3006 on Nov 15, 2018 9:19:43 GMT -5
Ali, I've been lurking on this thread watching your work evolve and it's been a pleasure to see. There's a primitive and refined combination to your creations that I really like.
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Post by Fossilman on Nov 15, 2018 10:53:53 GMT -5
WOW! Nailing this new hobby Kiddo!!! I'm liking it!!!
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Post by jamesp on Nov 15, 2018 12:41:49 GMT -5
#2 and #5 are off chart
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Post by MsAli on Nov 15, 2018 15:28:03 GMT -5
Thank you guys! And gals😀
I will admit my 1st works were mediocre
I've actually started tearing some apart and redoing them
Not an easy task
I'm loving what I'm doing now and have more in the works
Bracelets up next
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Post by miket on Nov 15, 2018 17:46:50 GMT -5
I for one am looking forward to seeing what you do with bracelets  |
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jimaz
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Post by jimaz on Nov 15, 2018 17:51:45 GMT -5
x2
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zekesman
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Post by zekesman on Nov 15, 2018 18:00:32 GMT -5
Thank you guys! And gals😀 I will admit my 1st works were mediocre I've actually started tearing some apart and redoing them Not an easy task I'm loving what I'm doing now and have more in the works Bracelets up next Your first works were far from inferior. I am inspired by your creations, but I am cheap. I have rounded up most of the stuff to make my hillbilly electroplater. I will be making my own solution. We will see if it works. LOL Vic |
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