betojdesigns
starting to spend too much on rocks
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Post by betojdesigns on Nov 18, 2020 17:51:12 GMT -5
Here are some fun things I've made with goodies that Oregon (Rick) sent me for winning the Hampton Butte Tumbler Fodder Challenge. He was so nice, I even got some slabs to work with. Enjoy:  I left the top rough on the far right because I liked that edge.  I left the top rough on the 4th stone here because it had nice druzy on edge. There are some fractures on the first 3 in this row, but I'm thinking of using Opticon to seal them at a later date. |
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Post by rockjunquie on Nov 18, 2020 18:35:35 GMT -5
I love that natural edge cab. I really like that look. You did a nice job with your winnings.  |
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betojdesigns
starting to spend too much on rocks
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Post by betojdesigns on Nov 18, 2020 21:15:11 GMT -5
Thanks rockjunquie. I’m starting to really like leaving the edges rough when the slab dictates that in design. I was able to include the druzy part. I left the matrix on both of the plume agates as well. It looked cool in contrast to all that white.
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RWA3006
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Post by RWA3006 on Dec 3, 2020 20:41:23 GMT -5
I really like the idea of leaving a strategic part of the stone in the rough. You've inspired me to try some things.
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Post by jasoninsd on Dec 3, 2020 20:45:21 GMT -5
I'll also chime in about the natural edge - great choice! Way to go! Those look absolutely amazing! |
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agatewhisperer
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Post by agatewhisperer on Dec 4, 2020 0:15:02 GMT -5
Ditto on the natural edge. Those look really nice.
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Fossilman
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Post by Fossilman on Dec 4, 2020 11:36:20 GMT -5
Natural edging is the best! Nice job!
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betojdesigns
starting to spend too much on rocks
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Post by betojdesigns on Dec 4, 2020 22:14:50 GMT -5
Hey thanks guys. I like the positive feedback on this. I will keep doing because sometimes you have an edge that just naturally formed that way, but it could still be a beautiful cab if given just a little extra love. ❤️ I will update this post as I make new things with the prize goodies. But, for now I need to finish my Xmas cards, and find time to work with some awesome slabs I got from Randy (rwa3006) 😁
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Post by stephan on Dec 5, 2020 10:26:28 GMT -5
Nice cabs. I’ve done a natural edge a handful of times, and have o few slablets in the queue where I’m considering it. All of yours look great.
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