Continuing with the jigsaw puzzle pen, a different study in color and pattern...and an homage.
Comments and critiques are welcomed.
Comments and critiques are welcomed.
A Grateful piece of ash
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wdcav1952
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To paraphase Toby Keith, I got a great contact high just looking at this one!. If Jerry Garcia was still alive he would have to have this pen! Awesome innovation.
PenWorks
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I have not been a fan of the puzzel....but I do like the ty dye and the Dead, makes me want to get my Jerry Garcia ties out. [
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timdaleiden
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I like it. It's colorful and interesting.
From the picture it's hard to tell if you evened out the surface or left some tactile feel to the puzzle engraving. I think it would be nice either way, but I am just curious how you left the surface.
My only critique is the composite (top) photo is hiding the pen. The bottom photo looks very nice though.
From the picture it's hard to tell if you evened out the surface or left some tactile feel to the puzzle engraving. I think it would be nice either way, but I am just curious how you left the surface.
My only critique is the composite (top) photo is hiding the pen. The bottom photo looks very nice though.
JimGo
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Very nice Lou! The rainbow effect doesn't overpower the puzzle pieces, and creates an interesting design. I think this may be my favorite of your puzzle pens so far. So, how many more are in the works? []
]Before I get to the questions, I have to give "mad props" (my son's terminology) to Mike Amison at <b>Write N Things</b>. Without his patience I couldn't have even considered doing these. With the resizings, re-inkings, re-drawings and everything else I could throw his way (not limited to the kitchen sink), Mike hung in there with me until I was satisfied with the end result. Thanks, Mike!
I agree about the contact high, William. I re-lived the 60's through this one--only this time I remember them 60's! []
Tony--thanks. Amazing that you like the coloring from a color-blind guy!
Tim--the piece has a lot of texture...part of the design. I even went back in and added quite a bit of texture before I started finishing. The first pic was just a little fun with PSE (which I clearly don't know how to use yet! [])
Jim--I don't think I've exhausted the possibilities of the puzzle yet (sorry, Tony! [])
Thank you all for looking and for the encouraging feedback.
I agree about the contact high, William. I re-lived the 60's through this one--only this time I remember them 60's! [
]Tony--thanks. Amazing that you like the coloring from a color-blind guy!
Tim--the piece has a lot of texture...part of the design. I even went back in and added quite a bit of texture before I started finishing. The first pic was just a little fun with PSE (which I clearly don't know how to use yet! [
])Jim--I don't think I've exhausted the possibilities of the puzzle yet (sorry, Tony! [
])Thank you all for looking and for the encouraging feedback.
BigRob777
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Lou,
Hmmm, very puzzling. When I grow up, I want to be just like you. My wife hopes that is soon![:0] I finally get to work on my lathe tomorrow, then I'll be pestering you for finishing tips. I still have the paper you sent me on the subject. BTW, I love this pen. It gets me thinking of ideas for my own future creations. You are an inspiration.
Hmmm, very puzzling. When I grow up, I want to be just like you. My wife hopes that is soon![:0] I finally get to work on my lathe tomorrow, then I'll be pestering you for finishing tips. I still have the paper you sent me on the subject. BTW, I love this pen. It gets me thinking of ideas for my own future creations. You are an inspiration.
WoodChucker
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Lou, thanks for the flashback, it brought back some great memories! The pen looks awesome so the the patience paid off...nice work!
I'm not sure if I should click my heals together, buy a lollipop,look for a leprachaun,buy a coloring book or pass a doobie.
Where's my tie dye T-shirt?
You have given that Grateful piece of Dead Ash new life!
Where's my tie dye T-shirt?
You have given that Grateful piece of Dead Ash new life!
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Mudder
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[}] Sorry Lou, that pen is bad! [}]
In fact it's so bad that you need to send it to me for disposal so the world will not have to suffer through it. []
Okay, I lied through my teeth [] Lou, you seem to raise the creative bar with every pen that you make. The color, finish and craftsmanship of this pen is top notch.
Sad that you cannot see the colors my friend, they are amazing.
Great Job.
] Sorry Lou, that pen is bad! [}]In fact it's so bad that you need to send it to me for disposal so the world will not have to suffer through it. [
]Okay, I lied through my teeth [
] Lou, you seem to raise the creative bar with every pen that you make. The color, finish and craftsmanship of this pen is top notch.Sad that you cannot see the colors my friend, they are amazing.
Great Job.
Tom McMillan
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That's awesome Lou!!! []
]jvsank
Member
WOW ! Lou, that is a beautiful pen.
swm6500
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Very nice looking pen Lou.
green-eyes
Member
I LOVE IT!!!!! Your puzzle pens are on my top 5 list! What a creative design and color pallette!! I only wish I could duplicate it! Great job!
Thanks for all the kind words. Rob--When you grow up do you want to be like I am now or like I will be when I grow up? []
]BigRob777
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Lou,
Ummm, how about both? But I don't plan to grow up. It isn't any fun. I am 45, act like i'm 20 and feel like I'm 60. Heck, I'd be happy with the average. College was a long time ago, but I think that would be 41.66666666666666666666667 roughly[].
Ummm, how about both? But I don't plan to grow up. It isn't any fun. I am 45, act like i'm 20 and feel like I'm 60. Heck, I'd be happy with the average. College was a long time ago, but I think that would be 41.66666666666666666666667 roughly[
].
MDWine
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We gotta talk about the colors... I love this pen. I gotta know how you did the colors, I want to put something together with HOKIE colors!
Great pen, Lou.
Great pen, Lou.
Fleabit
Member
Sweet looking pen.....
dancrafted
Member
That is sharp. Reminds me of ......, Well we dont want to go there. Great work
leehljp
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WOW! Creative and beautifully done! Would love to know the secrets of that one!
Peninhandrjg
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Lou,
I think Jerry might have simply said; "Far..'&^%&..Out"
I'm pretty sure you have caught in that pen the essence
of what being a Dead Head really is. What fond memories of that long strange trip. Thanks. Think I'll shut down the lathe and get the Martin out for wee bit.
I think Jerry might have simply said; "Far..'&^%&..Out"
I'm pretty sure you have caught in that pen the essence
of what being a Dead Head really is. What fond memories of that long strange trip. Thanks. Think I'll shut down the lathe and get the Martin out for wee bit.
jenamison
Member
Lou again very nice job and thanks for the trust in my lasering! You help me grow and learn when you push yourself in creativity. And help us all to push through that next pen making barrier.[]
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YoYoSpin
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A trademark piece, Lou...u da man!
Michael--we'll talk when you show me your latest! Hank--you'll get the secrets when you get back to the states...all the details you want. I owe you! [8D] Thanks to all of you who have taken time to view and/or comment on this pen. It's your feedback that inspires me to try new things. You folks are the greatest! [8D]
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