ed4copies
Local Chapter Manager
"Max-imized" straw bale pen from Gary Max. Gary rushed this material to me so I could have it for my final show this weekend. It was easy to turn and, predictably, needed some CA repairs as you get to the final stages (there are holes between the pieces of straw, as expected!) However, as a result of the CA repairs, it was also easy to reach a high shine and, I believe, make a pen that will be pretty popular.
Gary sends you a blank that is large enough to make ANY pen I know of, and I think the "straw color" that results without painting the tubes, is GREAT.
All pens like this get an "information card" with a title. For example, my corn cob pens are "Pen in the cob"
Looking for ideas for this one. "Bale out" and "Straw, man!" have come to mind, but looking for ideas. Need to have the card done by this afternoon, so think quick!! (Especially you, Cav, this is right up your alley [hmmmmmm, that could work for the bowling ball pens!!])
Thanks,
Ed