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ArkieRockhound
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Wraps. First try. Don't laugh! Apr 28, 2005 21:05:21 GMT -5

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Post by ArkieRockhound on Apr 28, 2005 21:05:21 GMT -5

Well, I don't have the proper tools, the right wire, or any cabs, but I couldn't let a little thing like that stop me

The first one is a piece of pet wood that polished up pretty good. I used some 21 gauge silver wire that I already had, but it definitely is not as heavy as 21 gauge should be.

The second one is just a stone that had a pretty good shape but not much shine. This one is done with copper practice wire. It was really stong. It almost broke in two places, don't know whether you can see it or not. It's definitely going to take a lot of practice. I just got a tile saw and am trying to learn how to use it. Haven't cut any cabs yet, but i'm getting some cut up that I think will tumble real well and have a good shape. Must get me a grinder next and I'm already wanting a nice big slab saw. Anyone got one for sale cheap? I'm gettin' way into this and way over my head.
Any criticism appreciated.
Trish

Alice has started giving rock gifts Member since February 2005 Posts: 3,931	Wraps. First try. Don't laugh! Apr 28, 2005 21:10:40 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Alice on Apr 28, 2005 21:10:40 GMT -5 They look Great Arkie! Certainly a lot better then my first try. Alice

Cher
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Wraps. First try. Don't laugh! Apr 28, 2005 22:19:48 GMT -5

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Post by Cher on Apr 28, 2005 22:19:48 GMT -5

Hey you did very very good for a first time, won't be long and you'll be putting out some real beauties. Have patience and study pics, it helps alot. (Banjo's are great for studying, I've spent a lot of time there.)

Cher

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rockyraccoon no longer being taken for granite Member since December 2003 Posts: 7,980	Wraps. First try. Don't laugh! Apr 28, 2005 23:01:50 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by rockyraccoon on Apr 28, 2005 23:01:50 GMT -5 trish you really have a knack for this. no laughter and no criticism here. great job! kim

ArkieRockhound
freely admits to licking rocks

Member since February 2005
Posts: 870

Wraps. First try. Don't laugh! Apr 28, 2005 23:09:21 GMT -5

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Post by ArkieRockhound on Apr 28, 2005 23:09:21 GMT -5

Thanks everyone. You just can't see the almost breaks and scratches, but they don't look too bad in the picture. I just can't get the knack of making the little circles. Guess I just need the right tool.
Trish

sandsman1 In Memoriam RIP John "sandsman1" Member since December 2003 Posts: 11,341	Wraps. First try. Don't laugh! Apr 28, 2005 23:18:44 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by sandsman1 on Apr 28, 2005 23:18:44 GMT -5 keep goin Trish thats a great start -- i didnt even get close to that nice with any of mine,, thats why i ask banjo to wrap mine when i have something special hahaha
	GOT TO KEEP THE LOONEYS ONNNN THE PATH john-- NOMAD--- U.S.A. -- IN GOD WE TRUST

Rose Cave Dweller Member since November 2004 Posts: 875	Wraps. First try. Don't laugh! Apr 29, 2005 4:01:14 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Rose on Apr 29, 2005 4:01:14 GMT -5 Lookin good Trish - keep at it ! I've been offline for a couple of days with a few problems, so I used the time to have another go. I'll maybe post some pics later, if I'm feeling brave.
	Last Edit: Apr 29, 2005 4:01:54 GMT -5 by Rose

creativeminded still telling self it's just a hobby I am a crazy crafter. Member since January 2004 Posts: 4,524	Wraps. First try. Don't laugh! Apr 29, 2005 9:10:45 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by creativeminded on Apr 29, 2005 9:10:45 GMT -5 Those look great, you've got a great start on wrapping, just keep practicing. Tami
	Necessity is the mother of invention

stefan Cave Dweller Member since January 2005 Posts: 14,113	Wraps. First try. Don't laugh! Apr 29, 2005 12:56:18 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by stefan on Apr 29, 2005 12:56:18 GMT -5 Trish- those were real cool- I would say you have the talent- I especially loved the silver wire- Oh and I have first dibs on the grinder- Man I want one so bad I can taste it.
	I can't tell if thats some Gneiss Schist, or that Schist is Gneiss. All I know is don't take it for Granite

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