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Barnes stock Pearl Ex Pigments in most colours imaginable. Made in USA by Rupert, Gibbon & Spider inc. Look them up Welcome. Click on Pigments and wella they will surprise you. I purchased some...

Wishing you a speedy recovery Shirley. I'm recovering from Neck Surgery two weeks ago. You must take care of yourself first and follow all Medical instructions which is what I am doing. It's...

Well done, Fantastic looking pen. I was going to turn a Desert Ironwood but it was so hard that my drill bit broke on it............Keep up your good work.

I absoutely love the Pen Blanks Bruce makes. My Favorite of all is the Pearl Opal. You have made a perfect, sophisticated Pen. You can get Prop ideas online, for example Wedding Sets with flowers in...

Very talented indeed. You are creating some fantastic "Works of Art"

Very beautiful Spalted wood and "Well Done". The very first pen I ever made was very similar in appearance to yours. Mine was made from Spalted Spanish Oak, a piece gifted by a club member. ...

Fantastic Job.

You are so funny............... :)

Amos, thise are absolutely BEAUTIFUL. Thankyou for sharing your Creations.

Hi there, Well done. Your pens are gorgeous.
I wouldn't worry if you do blow out the blanks. Have a look at what Woodenink has done with his blowouts. Glitter, Sawdust and CA glue fill...

Job Extremely Well Done!!!. What is that Pen Kit with the bling on the clip. Very classy.

I would like to know how to have a blowout like that and achieve such beautiful result. What did you mix the glitter with. CA?? No doubt about you beautiful job.

Hello! Has a cut off date been determined yet. I'd like to make sure I get the pens ready in time for the 2012 Christmas Appeal.

A Big Thankyou all round. That's the Aussie Spirit. 'GREAT TEAMWORK". To all of those who missed out this time, you never know there may be other opportunities to do the same again. We have lots...

Seeing your work has inspired me to start designing a very special gift for my Hubby. Love your work.

WOW!!! Absolutely Beautiful Sam.- WELL DONE....I ADORE the Opal Blank and the Purple is gorgeous too. Where can I buy some???

Hi Arry,
Some people like Glossy others like Matt finishes. Personal choice.
Make some with different polishes, i.e. Friction Polish, Bees Wax etc etc.
I feel that the CA finish as you described...

Hello, I've been using Jo Sonja's Artists' Colours. Acrylic Decorative Paint to paint tubes for those transparent Acrylics. Never had a problem with tubes coming loose. Works well for me.
Jo...

I do like the Safer Option. Im curious how an empty 50 cal shell can be used to make a Pen.
Would you need to use part of a Pen Kit i.e. Slimline/Streamline or other????? If this is top secret I...

Count me in Guys..........:) Happy to make some more..........

Hi Guys
Is it too late to participate in donating some Pens to this Ever So Worthy Cause. Please PM me with details. Many thanks. B

I like your idea.......well done

I've had the same problem. Some Acrylics are too Brittle..............possibly too much hardener was used during the mixing process............all of above suggestions from experienced guys will...

Beautiful work. Keep it up girl.............

Great Idea..........we will have to rename you as JTTHEPENMAN............LOL............
I love using pens I make and have actually sold 4 Sierras doing as you have.
Keep up the great...

Hi there........Congratulations in making the step and going to the markets. I would love to do the same but around my area there are markets galore and there's already someone selling. Not sure if...

Hi there all the way in Ireland. If you ever need to know anything this forum is awsome for information about any type of turning whether it's pens or bowls. Keep in touch. The guys here are very...

BEAUTIFUL. Thankyou for sharing. Took my breath away.

Hi there. Very nice of you to offer a swap. I would be interested in swapping some Pen Blank Wood if you are interested. Perhaps 6 pieces swapped. I'm happy to pay the postage. Would like to hear...

I'm very sorry to hear your bad news. Perhaps you did too much in the one day. Next time try to break down the task into smaller timeslots of turning. Maybe that way you can still enjoy what you...

I don't know much about steel. Have you tried a bit of oil and let it soak in by tying a oiled rag around it with a tray to catch the drips..........?????

Great Pen for the Ladies.............I absolutely Love it.
If I ask you how you made it will you tell me then kill me............lol

Hi there. Lovely Pen. I have just purchased some Green (Kryptonite) and Pearl Acrylics from Timberbits. They come out absolutely beautifull Will make some toothpick holders and thread through a...

Pure TALENT. So lifelike. Awsome works of ART!!!!!!!!!Congratulations
I am speachless.

Hi there. I am very impressed with your Sierra. Gorgeous Colours. Keep up your great works of art.

Hi Ron and welcome. I am a beginner also. Started early last year but due to some ill health have not turned a lot of items other than Pens which don't take a great deal of effort. Great that you...

Congratulations. Great workmanship or should I say workpersonship (political correctness). I also do love the Jr Gentleman pen kits. Great Job. Keep it up.

There are people out there that do not deserve to be on this planet with us decent types.
Oh just keep the little sweetie safe. I got goosebumps just reading your message. Give him loads and...

Well done. Love the finished look of the Coolabah Burl. Awsome

Breathtaking..............................mmmmmmmmmm

Beautiful!!!!!
Love the Sausage Dog. Want to swap for a real one. Just kidding................Love the pen

Thanks gawdelpus & munruben, That did the trick. Looks fantastic. Love this forum and reading hints from experienced people. Happy turning.

Thanks for that cookie.

Hi everyone. Need your help:(. I'm relatively new to turning. I've made a few pieces but lately have enjoyed making a few Wood and Acrylic Pens as gifts for family. Just lately I heve found air...

Fantastic Work for a first bowl. I just love the Coolibah Burl or any burl in that case. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to seeing more. Cheers

Thankyou Sawdust Maker.
Does anyone know the recipee for making Acrylic Pen Blanks.:)

Hi there guys, I'm new to woodturning and have made 4 pens since joining a woodturning club around 8 weeks ago. Looking at the pens and the blanks, I am absolutely overwhelmed and impressed with...