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Forum: Classes, Retreats, Get togethers, Etc. 2010-01-09, 9:08pm
Replies: 57
Views: 17,680
Posted By Cyndi
Eric was diagnosed with Juvenile Diabetes at the...

Eric was diagnosed with Juvenile Diabetes at the end of the summer after being sick for a while. We are also participating in a clinical trial in Worcester, MA that has kept us pretty occupied. It...
Forum: Classes, Retreats, Get togethers, Etc. 2010-01-07, 7:18am
Replies: 57
Views: 17,680
Posted By Cyndi
Sue- if I don't make it to the Jam I hope your...

Sue- if I don't make it to the Jam I hope your surgery goes well! I hope I can make it- I've been SO out of touch. I haven't torched for a year! I NEED to get back into it!
Forum: Studio 2008-08-29, 6:42am
Replies: 4
Views: 1,864
Posted By Cyndi
Propane hookup question

I'm finally almost done my studio, \\:D/ my big next step will be to hook up my propane- ideally I'd like to have my regulator inside has anyone done it that way? Can I just maybe mount copper pipe...
Forum: Studio 2008-08-29, 6:24am
Replies: 7
Views: 2,638
Posted By Cyndi
This is what I was debating... ...

This is what I was debating...
http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=225703-38269-P4K3512W-WH&lpage=none they take up to a 75w bulb. It will be a while before I can buy them...
Forum: Studio 2008-08-17, 9:00am
Replies: 7
Views: 2,638
Posted By Cyndi
I don't have a torch hood yet... I'll be using...

I don't have a torch hood yet... I'll be using the window and a dual fan for exhaust for now. I do have one of the Ott style lights I got at Sam's Club that is an awesome light but am trying to think...
Forum: Studio 2008-08-16, 5:44pm
Replies: 7
Views: 2,638
Posted By Cyndi
Studio Lighting?

My new studio is at the stage now where I'm trying to figure out some inexpensive lighting options. I've just got to finish the trim work and lay the tiles before I can move in but would like to run...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2007-02-06, 8:09pm
Replies: 14
Views: 3,805
Posted By Cyndi
Yes, I am quenching- I can't wait to try it with...

Yes, I am quenching- I can't wait to try it with thinner tubing! What is the $9.15 fabrication charge shown on the tubing page?

Our Maine lampworkers are SO excited to have you visit Maine. I've...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2007-02-06, 7:54pm
Replies: 14
Views: 3,805
Posted By Cyndi
I see they have 0.15 too, is that too thin? Would...

I see they have 0.15 too, is that too thin? Would it split when flaring?

Grrr- I spent almost $65 on the wrong thickness tubing (should've done my homework)- what can I make with the 0.38?
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2007-02-06, 7:51pm
Replies: 14
Views: 3,805
Posted By Cyndi
Yes I am annealing but not pickling (too lazy to...

Yes I am annealing but not pickling (too lazy to get the pot out). Does Metalliferous have a minimum order policy? I think I'll definitely be able to do this with thinner walled tubing! Thank YOU!!!!
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2007-02-06, 7:33pm
Replies: 14
Views: 3,805
Posted By Cyndi
Tink- I just went over those beads with the flip...

Tink- I just went over those beads with the flip side of my punch and it made them look much much better!! Perhaps that was what I was missing! Thank you!!! I'd still like to know if there is thinner...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2007-02-06, 7:20pm
Replies: 14
Views: 3,805
Posted By Cyndi
the tubing wall is .38 is that too thick? I...

the tubing wall is .38 is that too thick? I ordered from Monsterslayer and that was my only choice of thickness. I didn't flip the dapping punch- I'll give that a try. Do they make fine silver...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2007-02-06, 6:31pm
Replies: 14
Views: 3,805
Posted By Cyndi
Failing miserably, need help!!

I've tried and tried to get the silver coring down. I randomly managed a couple decent ones but mostly I can't get the edge to lay down against the bead- what am I doing wrong? (pics below) I'm...
Forum: Torch Questions 2006-11-16, 9:24pm
Replies: 5
Views: 2,591
Posted By Cyndi
I did have a second concentrator but it died......

I did have a second concentrator but it died... seemed though it might be cheaper to buy a new torch. The noise of 2 concentrators drives me batty- enough so I've considered tanked oxy. The CC did...
Forum: Torch Questions 2006-11-14, 7:12am
Replies: 5
Views: 2,591
Posted By Cyndi
Torch comparison

Can anyone tell me how a Mini Carlisle would compare to a Betta? I love my CC for stringer work- I can get a really small flame. I'm thinking I'm ready for a bigger torch as some of my larger beads...
Forum: Torch Questions 2006-11-14, 7:07am
Replies: 15
Views: 3,934
Posted By Cyndi
I notice that happens to mine when the sun comes...

I notice that happens to mine when the sun comes around and hits my propane tank. Perhaps fluxuating tank temps make for pressure differences? Someone suggested to me (it seems to help, not sure why)...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2006-07-31, 10:07pm
Replies: 11
Views: 3,435
Posted By Cyndi
My favorite shapes right now are the Kalera...

My favorite shapes right now are the Kalera nugget & the straight sided lentil(Zoozii). I too love many of Cattwalk's shapes but have been buying the Zoozii ones because of the accuracy (the pins...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2006-07-31, 9:48pm
Replies: 14
Views: 3,711
Posted By Cyndi
I was doing it by turning the propane up but the...

I was doing it by turning the propane up but the other day I was running low on propane so tried turning the oxy down and found that worked better for me. There's probably not much difference either...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2006-07-31, 9:31pm
Replies: 8
Views: 3,137
Posted By Cyndi
It was open- the other concentrator was running....

It was open- the other concentrator was running. Could the force of air from one concentrator be possibly blocking the air from the other?
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2006-07-31, 4:57pm
Replies: 8
Views: 3,137
Posted By Cyndi
The foam filters that are accessible from the...

The foam filters that are accessible from the outside? I do check and swap those often. I keep a spare or two so I can wash them. It will run fine until I hook the hose to the front port to run the...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2006-07-31, 2:36pm
Replies: 14
Views: 3,711
Posted By Cyndi
Kronos is a bit tricky but if you've mastered...

Kronos is a bit tricky but if you've mastered raku you should have no problem with this glass- it just takes a propane rich flame and patience. The other color Olympia Rain still has me stumped...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2006-07-31, 2:14pm
Replies: 8
Views: 3,137
Posted By Cyndi
Dual Concentrators Question

I'm hoping someone here will have a suggestion to solve my problem...
I (usually) run 2 concentrators with my mini cc torch, one is an AirSep purchased about a year and a half ago from Suncoast- the...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2006-07-07, 8:41pm
Replies: 18
Views: 4,566
Posted By Cyndi
33702 I use this, two tools in one- less...

33702

I use this, two tools in one- less clutter around my torch. (actually room for different clutter around my torch)I got mine from Arrow Springs~

"One of the outside corners is clipped off...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2006-07-07, 8:31pm
Replies: 18
Views: 4,320
Posted By Cyndi
Soaking in plain white vinegar overnight can make...

Soaking in plain white vinegar overnight can make a difference. Also I've found cleaning Bucket O Mud is easier if I remember to not overheat the mandrel before laying down the glass I just barely...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2006-07-05, 10:09am
Replies: 87
Views: 14,351
Posted By Cyndi
How sturdy are these? If I needed to move the...

How sturdy are these? If I needed to move the unit would I be able to with it full of glass or would I need to empty it? The pic on post 31 at the top of the page is which unit? Price? These look...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2006-03-26, 12:30pm
Replies: 5
Views: 2,862
Posted By Cyndi
You might try using some copper screen, it comes...

You might try using some copper screen, it comes in different sizes, also available at many craft stores are brass embossing plates which come in many patterns. There are decorative brass stamps for...
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