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by Dennis Davis
Sat Feb 02, 2008 9:38 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Interesting antique auction
Replies: 6
Views: 4341

In the left hand column, click on the "Prices Realized" to see what has been paid for similar items in the past. There are some thick wallets at those auctions.

Larry, thanks for the eye opener.
by Dennis Davis
Sun Jan 20, 2008 10:19 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Pets on your house marker?
Replies: 6
Views: 4100

Joe,
Beautiful job of carving. I can't show this to Brooke 'cause she goes to tears due to having put our dog down this past summer. Those dogs look well fed.

Dennis in Boise
by Dennis Davis
Fri Jan 18, 2008 2:40 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: La Azora Cigar sign Step-by-step...
Replies: 33
Views: 39266

Thanks for clarifying that for me. Optical illusion to me as the reflection made the letters look proud of the glue.

Say, what ya gonna do now that you used up your mental health day earlier in the week? You probably have a rack of ribs cooking right now. Have a great weekend.

Dennis
by Dennis Davis
Fri Jan 18, 2008 11:37 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: La Azora Cigar sign Step-by-step...
Replies: 33
Views: 39266

In the picture that shows the glue leveled around the letters CIG, it appears that you etched it about 1/16 of an inch deep. Did you actually go that deep, or is it just the reflection of the lighting around the edge of the letters that makes it appear that way? Your detailed description and excelle...
by Dennis Davis
Tue Jan 15, 2008 11:38 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: La Azora Cigar sign Step-by-step...
Replies: 33
Views: 39266

Larry,

The piece looks good so far, but why did you mix mica in with the acid? I appreciate you doing a detailed step-by-step on this one. I need to try some of what you are doing, except for the acid work since I don't have a proper set up for that process.

Dennis in Boise
by Dennis Davis
Wed Jan 02, 2008 2:41 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Gold leaf sign
Replies: 20
Views: 14962

Rod, that sign looks great. For those of us who aren't in the sign trade, would you recap your steps in creating the sign. Thanks.

Dennis in Boise
by Dennis Davis
Tue Jan 01, 2008 11:12 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: glue chipping question
Replies: 10
Views: 5641

Hi Cat...thanks for posting the question. I don't have an answer to your question, but I would like to ask one of my own. What is the proper way to store the unused glue? Is it poured into a plastic container and placed in the refrigerator or freezer? Has anyone every used one of those vacuum sealer...
by Dennis Davis
Fri Dec 07, 2007 2:17 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Original Dead Men
Replies: 686
Views: 2083625

Tony,

As you know, I'm not in "the trade" so I'm kind of wondering how the kind folks of Lodi will be viewing 800 square feet of mural with those trees in the way? Guess it don't matter much, s'long as you get paid in cash.

Dennis in Boise
by Dennis Davis
Thu Nov 15, 2007 9:06 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Endeavour to Persevere...(it's done)
Replies: 37
Views: 32923

Varnish mixture

Larry, As you posted this tutorial, much of which is far beyond my capability to understand, you stated the following about mid-way through the thread: "I proceeded to apply a liberal coat of 50/50 mixture of WW Window Spar varnish and Damar varnish . I then sprinkled it with a mix of glass gli...
by Dennis Davis
Mon Oct 22, 2007 5:01 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Original Dead Men
Replies: 686
Views: 2083625

One...two...three

A three legged "horse" with a split hoof...umm, rare animal. Pile that carcass on the ant hill and they'll clean it right up. Gonna need a real skinny saddle.

Dennis
by Dennis Davis
Tue Oct 16, 2007 10:22 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Smith Tip Video's youtube Demonstrations
Replies: 33
Views: 21412

Dave, Great job on the video presentations. The girls did a super job as models...they do seem to have the technique down quite well. You have revolutionized something that has been around for eons of time. I congratulate you on your success with the Smith Tip. While at Noel's shop, I eyeballed his ...
by Dennis Davis
Sat Sep 29, 2007 12:08 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Looking to outsource design? I have the guy for you...
Replies: 7
Views: 5281

Doug,

I had to Google Ray's name to find his site. You can view it here http://www.rayguzmanstudios.com/.
by Dennis Davis
Sun Sep 02, 2007 4:06 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Let the chips fall where they may.
Replies: 4
Views: 3547

Pat, In reference to your post of March 9th, you stated that you filled the pvc cap with glue and timed how long it took to drain. I can't find anywhere that you stated how long that time was...can you divulge how long a proper batch of glue should take to drain out of the cap?? A side note, I lived...
by Dennis Davis
Mon Aug 27, 2007 10:25 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Picture Frame Moulding
Replies: 4
Views: 3212

Real,

Thank you for the information. I found out who the salesperson is for western Idaho so I'll be in contact with her in a few days. I'll be out of town tomorrow so I may call her on Wednesday.

Take care.

Dennis
by Dennis Davis
Sun Aug 26, 2007 9:10 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Picture Frame Moulding
Replies: 4
Views: 3212

Real, Thank you for the reply. Can you tell me what they require for a minimum order? Can different styles of moulding be selected to meet the footage requirements? How did you make contact with them to set up your account...did you call the 800 number or email them? We have a tax number so that sho...
by Dennis Davis
Sat Aug 25, 2007 8:24 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Picture Frame Moulding
Replies: 4
Views: 3212

Picture Frame Moulding

Do any of you know of a company that will sell picture frame moulding, in stick form, on a small scale? I want to do my own framing and most of the companies that I've found on Google state that a buyer needs to be in the retail frame business to purchase from them. I just started my search this wee...
by Dennis Davis
Tue Aug 21, 2007 7:16 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Resin Roller
Replies: 4
Views: 3074

Kelly, James, and Mike...thanks for your replies. I'll check those references and see what I can find. I'm not going to try another glue chip piece until I have a roller in hand.

Dennis
by Dennis Davis
Sat Aug 18, 2007 7:45 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Resin Roller
Replies: 4
Views: 3074

Resin Roller

At the workshop here in Boise, Noel and John use a resin roller to level the hide glue for glue chipping. Since Noel is out of town, I'll throw my question out to the forum. Do any of you know where these rollers can be purchased. We don't have any fiberglass shops in town so the local sources may b...
by Dennis Davis
Fri Jul 13, 2007 8:49 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Original Dead Men
Replies: 686
Views: 2083625

-WB

Isn't your Dead Man meet next weekend? Seems to me that it is coming up pretty soon. I seen some mighty nice stuff come from when those guys get together.

Dennis
by Dennis Davis
Fri Jul 06, 2007 7:25 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Rawson and Evans on ebay
Replies: 4
Views: 3416

Did you click on the "See seller's other items" box. He also has the Rockland Shoe sign for sale. Does it feel like a bit of history is going by the wayside?
by Dennis Davis
Fri Jun 29, 2007 11:43 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Endeavour to Persevere...(it's done)
Replies: 37
Views: 32923

WB... Thank you for the clarification. I thought I might have been leaning over while viewing the picture on the monitor. You cannot believe the nostalgic look that comes into John Yarnell's eyes when I speak of Mental Health Friday's. I can't be sure, but I think the eyes mist up a bit. 'Tis tough ...
by Dennis Davis
Thu Jun 28, 2007 7:52 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Endeavour to Persevere...(it's done)
Replies: 37
Views: 32923

-WB... I'm surprised that the folks in Machine wouldn't loan you a bubble level so you could hang it straight. Ahh, maybe it is straight and the picture angle skews it off a bit. Excellent piece. I thoroughly enjoyed the tutorial as you worked through the project. Ya gonna do something like that the...
by Dennis Davis
Thu Jun 21, 2007 10:16 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: New web site look and update
Replies: 9
Views: 5036

Roderick,

You are welcome and thanks for your reply. I am putting on my $5.99 Harbor Freight magnifier...it's a copy of the Opticon, Noel told me about them...there, that looks much better. Now you don't have to do any further upgrade of your web page in my behalf.

Dennis
by Dennis Davis
Wed Jun 20, 2007 11:29 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: New web site look and update
Replies: 9
Views: 5036

Roderick, Your web page really looks nice. It was easy to navigate and the selection of eye candy was a pleasure to look at. I'm not a web page guy, nor do I have one, but I have what may be a dumb question. Is there an easy way to be able to click on your pictures and have them open up in a much la...
by Dennis Davis
Wed Jun 20, 2007 11:22 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Mask(s) for glass glue chipping
Replies: 5
Views: 3682

Larry, Do you have a favorite supplier for the Venture Tape Sandblast Resist? I've been using the Avery white paint mask, which is about a 4 mil product. Most of my etching is done at 30 psi or lower. At that pressure, I haven't had any problems with blow offs but I really have to concentrate on not...
by Dennis Davis
Thu Jun 14, 2007 11:02 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Gilding Lead Came
Replies: 6
Views: 4769

Folks, What you are forgetting is...what we have here is a gilding student fresh from the workshop in Boise. Noel and John have lit a fire under Rich and now he looks at everything with a "how would that look gilded" frame of mind. Rich, good luck in your search for answers on the prospect...
by Dennis Davis
Mon Jun 11, 2007 7:21 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: water gild supplies
Replies: 5
Views: 3927

Nice to see you over here

Hey, Rich, nice to see you over in this forum. For those of you who don't know Rich, he is one gifted craftsman when it comes to stained glass. He is branching out into the glass etching and gilding side of things. We had the pleasure of having him stay with us while he attended Noel and John's work...
by Dennis Davis
Fri Apr 13, 2007 5:25 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: Looking for info on...........
Replies: 5
Views: 3992

Name search

Ray,

I did a quick search on www.switchboard.com and it listed three Carl Stoiber's in Toledo, Ohio; ages were, 33, 33, and 44.

Edited to add: I did a search by last name only at www.dexonline.com and it listed 10 or 11 people in or around the Toledo area.

Good luck in your search.

Dennis in Boise
by Dennis Davis
Tue Jan 30, 2007 9:28 am
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: International Goldleaf Workshop
Replies: 16
Views: 11926

Housing Accomodations

I'm happy to report that my offer to house a couple of workshop attendees has been accepted. Right now, there is no longer room at the inn. If any of those who have requested housing change their mind, I will re-open this post and update the housing availability.

Thank you.

Dennis
by Dennis Davis
Thu Jan 25, 2007 10:33 pm
Forum: The Hand Lettering Forum
Topic: International Goldleaf Workshop
Replies: 16
Views: 11926

Housing in Boise

Hello all, Since I reside in Boise, I thought I'd offer to house one or two people in our home while you attend the workshop. If you commute by automobile, then I can direct you or lead you to Noel's shop from our home. If you are coming by commercial air carrier, then I could pick you up at the air...