JohnU
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Christmas got her way too fast and as usual I found myself behind in getting the family and friends pens finished. Each year I try to gift something new to the family that I cast. It also gives me a chance to try out the new blanks to see if it's worth making to sell.
The First picture is 5 of 30 I made from multicolored casts using large thistle pods. Several hours were spent outside locating, getting stuck with thorns while collecting, then drying and cleaning them. Many times during the process I questioned if the work was worth it but I'm very happy with the results and look forward to playing with more colors to cast them.
The Second picture is a group of Sierra Knurl two tone chrome pens made with the Opal blanks my wife gave to co-workers. I think they resembled Christmas lights and looked great with the tree.
The Last picture is a Jr Aaron made with duck feathers. I had made and set this blank aside for myself but before I could make it, the wife needed a pen for her boss, who loves to duck hunt. Needless to say, it could not have gone to a better home.
Happy Holidays!
The First picture is 5 of 30 I made from multicolored casts using large thistle pods. Several hours were spent outside locating, getting stuck with thorns while collecting, then drying and cleaning them. Many times during the process I questioned if the work was worth it but I'm very happy with the results and look forward to playing with more colors to cast them.
The Second picture is a group of Sierra Knurl two tone chrome pens made with the Opal blanks my wife gave to co-workers. I think they resembled Christmas lights and looked great with the tree.
The Last picture is a Jr Aaron made with duck feathers. I had made and set this blank aside for myself but before I could make it, the wife needed a pen for her boss, who loves to duck hunt. Needless to say, it could not have gone to a better home.
Happy Holidays!
