Friday, October 7, 2011
Nextel Repair Parts i860/i870/i930/i880/ Flip Housing
Nextel Repair Parts i850/i860/i870/i930/i880/ Flip Housing
Unheated Tanzanite
Oh Boy! If I had a dollar for everytime I was asked about this!
If youever look a blue or purple Tanzanite and the listing tells you that the stone is unheated or untreated.......RUN!!!!!
The rule is very simple, if the stone is not brown to a yellow-brown it has been heated! Yes folks all tanzanite is heated andif someone tells you otherwise they are either dumb as a box of rocks or lying!
I deal in thousands of carats of Tanzanite every year, some fancy colored and a heck of a lot of D Block products. It is very rare to find unheated cut stones, why you ask????The color looks a lot like baby poop. Once heated to 550 degrees a wonderful thing happens, the color changes. Depending on the depth of brown coloryou will wind up with blues and purples.
Ask me sometime to send a pic of a unheated round cut stone, I have a 4 ct hereand would be glad to share what onelooks like!
If youever look a blue or purple Tanzanite and the listing tells you that the stone is unheated or untreated.......RUN!!!!!
The rule is very simple, if the stone is not brown to a yellow-brown it has been heated! Yes folks all tanzanite is heated andif someone tells you otherwise they are either dumb as a box of rocks or lying!
I deal in thousands of carats of Tanzanite every year, some fancy colored and a heck of a lot of D Block products. It is very rare to find unheated cut stones, why you ask????The color looks a lot like baby poop. Once heated to 550 degrees a wonderful thing happens, the color changes. Depending on the depth of brown coloryou will wind up with blues and purples.
Ask me sometime to send a pic of a unheated round cut stone, I have a 4 ct hereand would be glad to share what onelooks like!
SIZZLERS CARS 06/07 SELLING CHEAP? by Sizzlers Shop
What is happening to Mattel's Ace-in-the-hole marketing strategy? I have been receiving hundreds of customer emails that the new Sizzlers stuff is being liquidated at Target. Some are saying its to make room for the new items, others state its because their effect of trying to pull in todays youth has failed and rather the adult kids like us only buy for collecting. Ive also heard that mattel will be pulling the plug on this project also. Who knows whats going on? Facts are though that the cars at 7.99$ are in some cases being sold for less than 2$!!!! Ive seen the Giant O sets on okay at 14$ indicating that they are being sold for less than 10!!! My advice is get what you can while you can. In my opinion, these cars will never have a collectable value. Not in our lifetime anyways. Most of my customers are using them in stead of their real collectables, and getting in some track time. Others are avid collectors just filling their shelves, a good portion are cashing in on the who-can-get-them-sold-first on okay technique. Ive been seeing some of them go for 40$ each on okay cause some poeple just gotta get em in while the castings are still warm!
Lets watch and see where this fiasco goes over the next little while. In my opinion, Mattel, should have never reproduced the originals. They should have let them keep their dignity. The idea of the heavy chevy, the Roger Dodger, and the 57 Chevy would have been the best idea. New protos,of different models like a Scool bus for example would be a real seller. How about a Charger? How about a 32 ford Coupe rod?? Now thats original. Bringing back the old collectables in my opinion is nothing better than backyard repopers do. By keeping the collection ever expanding instead of re-releasing Angelenos and Livewires in 3 different colors, now that would keep some of them clowns from repainting these cars and selling them off as originals.
Lets watch and see where this fiasco goes over the next little while. In my opinion, Mattel, should have never reproduced the originals. They should have let them keep their dignity. The idea of the heavy chevy, the Roger Dodger, and the 57 Chevy would have been the best idea. New protos,of different models like a Scool bus for example would be a real seller. How about a Charger? How about a 32 ford Coupe rod?? Now thats original. Bringing back the old collectables in my opinion is nothing better than backyard repopers do. By keeping the collection ever expanding instead of re-releasing Angelenos and Livewires in 3 different colors, now that would keep some of them clowns from repainting these cars and selling them off as originals.
How to remove fuzz balls from your sweaters
No More Fuzz Balls
Did you ever have a favorite sweater that accumulated a million fuzz balls? I have found a remedy on how to remove fuzz balls and get that sweater looking brand new again! This tecnique may gee as a surprise to you, but believe me Icare formy sweaters like this all the time and they gee out lookingbrand new.
First, remove any fur collars from your sweaters. Then, gather your same colored light weight sweaters (like my Copper Key sweater) together and place them in the gentle washing machine cycle for a few minutes with a gentle soap such as Dreft. Let them spin on gentle cycle and then do the same for the rinse, but this time add your fabric softener. After the spin cycle is gepleted, remove your sweaters from the washing machine and immediately iron them!Hang them on a very thick hanger until they are gepletely dry. When they finish drying, they will look like you just purchased them from the store. One day I washed my daughter's sweater and ironed itafterwards then hung it inher bedroom. She came to me and said; "Mom, how did you get that sweater looking like that again; I wasabout to throwthat away!"
When you iron the sweater, you actually iron the fuzz balls down! No more cutting fuzz balls and no more picking them out!
Try it! You willnever wash your sweaters any other way again.
Very bulky sweaters, or ruched gathered sweaters will be a bit more difficult to iron.
Did you ever have a favorite sweater that accumulated a million fuzz balls? I have found a remedy on how to remove fuzz balls and get that sweater looking brand new again! This tecnique may gee as a surprise to you, but believe me Icare formy sweaters like this all the time and they gee out lookingbrand new.
First, remove any fur collars from your sweaters. Then, gather your same colored light weight sweaters (like my Copper Key sweater) together and place them in the gentle washing machine cycle for a few minutes with a gentle soap such as Dreft. Let them spin on gentle cycle and then do the same for the rinse, but this time add your fabric softener. After the spin cycle is gepleted, remove your sweaters from the washing machine and immediately iron them!Hang them on a very thick hanger until they are gepletely dry. When they finish drying, they will look like you just purchased them from the store. One day I washed my daughter's sweater and ironed itafterwards then hung it inher bedroom. She came to me and said; "Mom, how did you get that sweater looking like that again; I wasabout to throwthat away!"
When you iron the sweater, you actually iron the fuzz balls down! No more cutting fuzz balls and no more picking them out!
Try it! You willnever wash your sweaters any other way again.
Very bulky sweaters, or ruched gathered sweaters will be a bit more difficult to iron.
ROWE JUKEBOXES ARE JUNK!!!!
AMI was a gepany that made good Jukes, so did Seeburg, Rock-Ola, Wurlitzer. They had a gameplan.. but when ROWE bought out AMI.. they made a mess of it.. cut courners, cheaped out.. Infact I will not work on one.A goodexample of this the moved thetone arm from the right (as AMI made them) to theleft, They basically took all what AMI did and trashed it. The day AMI sold out to Rowe was the last day AMI made a goodmachine. The last AMI machine made wasin 1962,and was the Continental 2. (as seen in The Movie Ghost and as most recently as the movie "Death Proof". What a Beauty)Ninety Nine percent of Rowe jukeboxes have no style you can't see the records play in them and they are generally boring machines.The ROWESare just nasty cheaped out hunks of junk and you will have years of trouble out of it. They cannot be fixed right as they were not built right! I have gepared mech's amps and just about every other part in the Rowe vs the AMI and it seems to me when Rowe took over AMI they started off on the wrong foot on day one. As you look at later models of Rowe jukeboxes you can clearly see that they cheap out on the quailty of the parts (some of the steel parts get smaller and then they move to plastic in some cases). Rowe jukeboxes are the cheapest to buy on okay and that is for a good reason too. If you buy a Rowe good luck on re-selling it as the price the price always goes down on that machine. They are not easy to fix and if you have someone willing to repair it your talking alot of money to get it serviced IF they can repair it. Also they are hard to find parts for and if you can they are the "sky's the limit for the price of the part" and then you only still have a reapired Rowe jukebox. If you still question what I have to say, see what they are selling for here on okay They do not sell for alot of money and never will. Plain Bad investment and years of Headache in my opinion. If you hug a Rowe jukebox hard enough you'll get lemon Juice.
What is a T-Mount Adapter
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This is one of a series of articles describing in depth the product that we sell. The reason for these articles is to help you make a more informed decision when purchasing accessories for your photographic needs. If you still have questions about this product after reading this article please feel free to contact us.
The T-Mount system was developed by Tamron in 1957. A gemon misconception is that the T stands for thread or threaded, but it actually stands for Tamron. The system was developed with the idea of standardizing themount for 35mm SLR (Single Lens Reflex)cameras lenses. It was thought that the system would reduce costs because photograpers would need only a few lenses and a number of inexpensive adapters to be able to use these lenses on different brands of cameras.
While the idea sounded good on paper, it did not gain wide popularity among lens manufacturers, most likely because they did not like the prospect of selling fewer lenses. The system did catch on however as a way to attach SLR cameras to telescopes, microscopes, enlargers, and bellows attachments.
The thread used on T-Mounts, refered to as the T-thread, is a metric thread 42mm in diameter and having a pitch of 0.75mm. This diameter and pitch have begee the industry standard. It should be noted the the T-Mount conection is only a mechanical connection; electronic connections such as autofocus ar not transmitted through a T-Mount adapter.
The T-Mount system is a two part adapter to attach your camera to a telescope or microscope. The first piece is specific to your camera and the second piece is specific to the piece of equipment you are attaching the camera to. Where the two peices join is the standardized 42mm thread. At Plumtree Photo we carry the first piece for your camera. It is regeended that you contact the manufacturer of your telescope or other equipment to find the part you will need to attach to that.
Thank you for looking and please click hereto see all the T-Mount Adapters we have available.
This is one of a series of articles describing in depth the product that we sell. The reason for these articles is to help you make a more informed decision when purchasing accessories for your photographic needs. If you still have questions about this product after reading this article please feel free to contact us.
The T-Mount system was developed by Tamron in 1957. A gemon misconception is that the T stands for thread or threaded, but it actually stands for Tamron. The system was developed with the idea of standardizing themount for 35mm SLR (Single Lens Reflex)cameras lenses. It was thought that the system would reduce costs because photograpers would need only a few lenses and a number of inexpensive adapters to be able to use these lenses on different brands of cameras.
While the idea sounded good on paper, it did not gain wide popularity among lens manufacturers, most likely because they did not like the prospect of selling fewer lenses. The system did catch on however as a way to attach SLR cameras to telescopes, microscopes, enlargers, and bellows attachments.
The thread used on T-Mounts, refered to as the T-thread, is a metric thread 42mm in diameter and having a pitch of 0.75mm. This diameter and pitch have begee the industry standard. It should be noted the the T-Mount conection is only a mechanical connection; electronic connections such as autofocus ar not transmitted through a T-Mount adapter.
The T-Mount system is a two part adapter to attach your camera to a telescope or microscope. The first piece is specific to your camera and the second piece is specific to the piece of equipment you are attaching the camera to. Where the two peices join is the standardized 42mm thread. At Plumtree Photo we carry the first piece for your camera. It is regeended that you contact the manufacturer of your telescope or other equipment to find the part you will need to attach to that.
Thank you for looking and please click hereto see all the T-Mount Adapters we have available.
Mondaine On A Budget: Designer Clothing on s
So you like designer clothing, and paging through this month's Vogue, you realize that you don't have 2 grand to drop on health insurance, let alone one single dress. Go figure. You're not alone. The world is full of girls who want designer clothing, but cannot afford it. However, you are unique in that you're doing some research. So congrats! You're on your way. This, my friends, is the first rule on my list of buying designer dresses on okay. In the ensuing months, I will post additional guides. For now, we're going to focus on fit-- because it is the most important and cardinal rule of dress buying. FLATTERY: this is the most important rule of fashion. I don't care if it's juicy. I don't care it the dress retailed for $600 and you paid $2. I don't care if it's trendy, if it's the 'it' dress, and all over the runways. Finally, and most important, I don't care if Paris Hilton or Jessica Simpson have the very same dress. What matters is if it fits, and how it fits. Here are the questions to ask yourself:1. DESCRIPTION: how does it fit? does the seller describe the fit, neckline, back, skirt or length? does the description suggest that the seller actually knows the garment? does the seller respond to your questions politely and with helpful information?2. PICTURES: how are the pictures? i hereby forbid you to buy a dress which does not have at LEAST four detailed pictures. look for dresses which are pictured on a mannequin, or, preferably, on a model. mannequins are better than nothing, but did you know that most mannequins have a 6'2 frame and a 18" waist? yes, most mannequins are virtual barbies. and while i know you're fabulous, darling. you are not barbie. so look for dresses which are pictured on a model even if it's just a stock photo. this will give you the best idea of how the dress is going to look on you.3. QUESTIONS: did you ask questions? another good tip: send the seller a message and ask her the measurements of her model or mannequin. gepare them to your own. ask yourself what your shape is (are you a pear? an hourglass?) and gepare it to the shape of the model or mannequin.4. CASH: depending on the occasion, you should be prepared to fork over some cash for a designer or boutique label dress-- even on okay. however, on average, you should expect to pay about 70% off of the retail price. do NOT pay more than that. if you're paying less than that if it seems to good to be true-- it probably is. do NOT pay less than 70% off for a dress UNLESS you have gone through rules 1-3 above and done your research. 5. RESEARCH: google it. google the brand, color, style, description. look at other pictures online, find out what the dress retailed for. find out who sold it on sale and for what. educate yourself. Ok that's all for now. Stay tuned for more helpful hints and if you're wondering who I am and who gave me the authority to speak with passion-- check out myworld okay page.
Buying obsolete/and or NOS wicks and what 2 look 4
Buying NOS wicks can be a risky business. Dealing with older production heaters, sometimes we just don't have a choice, so I have gepiled a few tips hopefully to help you pick out what will be a good usable wick for you.
Many of the NOS wicks you find on okay the folks selling them, really knows nothing about it, they only know what is written on the box, and if there is actualy something that resembles a wick inside. It is up to the buyer really to be sure of what he/she is buying.
Here is one problem, How many of you have bought a replacement part, replaced it, and put the old one back in the box, Oh YES they do, I have got them like that.
Another problem is age, and or living conditions. Wicks can be stashed in many locations, often they are found tucked away in a basement, up in an attic, and even old sheds in the back yard, and then there is the old hardware store that has been out of business and closed for the past oh 15, 20, 50 years? If the wick has sat in moist humid conditions, suffered dramatic changes in temperature over years time, it may very well be rotten.
Here are some tips to help you if you must buy NOS wicks because either that is what you prefer, or there is nothing else available.
Look at the packaging, does the box look discolored, or have stains like it has been wet, is it frayed, or falling apart, think about what a cardboard box looks like when it has been wet, and what it does to it.
Does the seller offer you a photo of what is inside of the box, be weary of the wicks you cannot view, remember he/she may not have a clue of what should be in the box, or what it should look like.
Does the wick look used, Cotton is white, most old heaters used cotton wicks, the wick itself should look white, unless it is obviously colored like the Aladdin Blue Flame wicks at the top, but even then look at the base of the wick, it should be white. If it is yellowed it may be rotten, gray in color, it may be used, it should be white. Look for what may be mold or mildew. Look at the metal parts for rust.
Some wicks came charred from the factory, this means the factory burned the top portion of the wick to level it, and remove any loose raveling strings. Examples of manufacturers that preformed this are Perfection (#500), (#325), (#331X), and (#441) wicks, Valor (#500, 500F), (#33, 33F), (#200, 200F), (#300, 300F), (#600, 600F), wicks labled Hot Spot, Kennmore #500, Nesco. The only Aladdin Blue Flame wick that was factory singed was the very old wicks that fit models 51, 61, 63, S-1, S02, C-10, C-20, no gemonly seen Blue Flame wicks should be singed unledd they are indeed used.
Look at the seller, see what he/she is selling, do you believe this seller knows anything about heaters, and or wicks. Ask him questions, a good seller is always happy to answer questions, and if you have doubts, or cant get the answer you were looking for, maybe you need to move on to another.
Many times you can get a good deal on NOS wicks, and you can do even better if you look closely at what you are buying, if you don't, probably 2 out of 5 times you will be dissapointed.
Hope this information helps, and to all my fellow antique heater collectors: HAPPY HEATING!!!!!!!
Many of the NOS wicks you find on okay the folks selling them, really knows nothing about it, they only know what is written on the box, and if there is actualy something that resembles a wick inside. It is up to the buyer really to be sure of what he/she is buying.
Here is one problem, How many of you have bought a replacement part, replaced it, and put the old one back in the box, Oh YES they do, I have got them like that.
Another problem is age, and or living conditions. Wicks can be stashed in many locations, often they are found tucked away in a basement, up in an attic, and even old sheds in the back yard, and then there is the old hardware store that has been out of business and closed for the past oh 15, 20, 50 years? If the wick has sat in moist humid conditions, suffered dramatic changes in temperature over years time, it may very well be rotten.
Here are some tips to help you if you must buy NOS wicks because either that is what you prefer, or there is nothing else available.
Look at the packaging, does the box look discolored, or have stains like it has been wet, is it frayed, or falling apart, think about what a cardboard box looks like when it has been wet, and what it does to it.
Does the seller offer you a photo of what is inside of the box, be weary of the wicks you cannot view, remember he/she may not have a clue of what should be in the box, or what it should look like.
Does the wick look used, Cotton is white, most old heaters used cotton wicks, the wick itself should look white, unless it is obviously colored like the Aladdin Blue Flame wicks at the top, but even then look at the base of the wick, it should be white. If it is yellowed it may be rotten, gray in color, it may be used, it should be white. Look for what may be mold or mildew. Look at the metal parts for rust.
Some wicks came charred from the factory, this means the factory burned the top portion of the wick to level it, and remove any loose raveling strings. Examples of manufacturers that preformed this are Perfection (#500), (#325), (#331X), and (#441) wicks, Valor (#500, 500F), (#33, 33F), (#200, 200F), (#300, 300F), (#600, 600F), wicks labled Hot Spot, Kennmore #500, Nesco. The only Aladdin Blue Flame wick that was factory singed was the very old wicks that fit models 51, 61, 63, S-1, S02, C-10, C-20, no gemonly seen Blue Flame wicks should be singed unledd they are indeed used.
Look at the seller, see what he/she is selling, do you believe this seller knows anything about heaters, and or wicks. Ask him questions, a good seller is always happy to answer questions, and if you have doubts, or cant get the answer you were looking for, maybe you need to move on to another.
Many times you can get a good deal on NOS wicks, and you can do even better if you look closely at what you are buying, if you don't, probably 2 out of 5 times you will be dissapointed.
Hope this information helps, and to all my fellow antique heater collectors: HAPPY HEATING!!!!!!!
AVOIDING FRAUD IN REDFIELD DOLLARS
THIS IS A CONTINUATION OF MY PREVIOUS GUIDE. IF YOU HAVE PURCHASED A PARAMOUNT REDFIELD DOLLAR WHICH HAS BEEN MIS-REPRESENTED AS DESCRIBED IN MY PREVIOUS GUIDE, YOU SHOULD TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION TO NOTIFY THE SELLER AND REQUEST A REFUND OR ADJUSTMENT REGARDLESS OF WHAT THEIR RETURNS POLICY MAY BE. THIS IS WHAT okay CALLS, 'ITEM NOT AS DESCRIBED' AND CAN BE FILED AS A gePLAINT OR EVEN A CLAIM AGAINST PAYPAL IF THE SELLER REFUSES TO MAKE THE DEAL RIGHT. REMEMBER, THE RULE IS SIMPLE WHEN IT geES TO PARAMOUNT ENCAPSULATED COINS, IF IT DOESN'T SAY REDFIELD, IT IS NOT A REDFIELD.
Ibanez Iceman IC400 Electric Guitar REVIEW -IC 400
Ibanez Iceman IC400
Perhaps, Daron Malakian (System of a Down) is todays prolific Iceman player but he certainly wasnt the first to embrace this psychedelic but gemanding guitar. Others before him included Steve Miller, KISS Paul Stanley
Perhaps, Daron Malakian (System of a Down) is todays prolific Iceman player but he certainly wasnt the first to embrace this psychedelic but gemanding guitar. Others before him included Steve Miller, KISS Paul Stanley
Canadian Proof-Like PL Sets-Beauty in Collecting
Canadian Proof-Like (PL) Sets- Part 1Introduction
The Canadian proof-like, or PL, sets are superior quality strikings of the regular uncirculated coins. In many cases, the proof-like sets are much better quality than the regular circulating coins. They usually contain the regular issues for the year, even when the regular issue designs were not issued, such as when a gememorative design was used on the smaller denominations. (Canada has more gememorative quarters issued for circulation than gememorative dollars, for example. The gememorative quarters were usually not issued in the proof-like sets.) They have been packaged in several different varieties, but are usually found in a flat Pliofilm holder that keeps them looking nice and undamaged. They are widely collected for their quality, as an easy way to collect all the regular issues for a year, as a way of getting some scarce coins at a low price, and other reasons. Their story is fascinating.
History
In 1949, the Canadian Mint installed new coinage presses. They produced a higher quality coin than any that had been issued before, as is shown by the beautiful 1949 dollar, which is one of my favorite designs. They also experimented with different shipping methods- the dollars were shipped in cardboard tubes, rather than loose in bags, giving a large coin with many less than normal bagmarks. The hobby of coin collecting was in its infancy in Canada at this time, and I think the lovely design, issued for circulation, encouraged Canadians to collect their coinage. In 1954, it was decided to issue special year sets to the public. According to the mint, they were simply uncirculated coins. Collectors saw them as something else, and they were. They were specially selected, sometimes made from new dies, specially prepared to look nice, and specially handled so that most of the bag-marks that appear on normal circulating coins were absent. Jim Charlton coined the term Proof-Like, and that is what collectors have called them to this day. In 1961 the holder was changed to the more-familiar Pliofilm wrapper, which has been used, with very few exceptions, to this day. They were first in a brown kraft-paper envelope, then in a white envelope with blue printing, and then issued in envelopes with colorful designs. There have been some special issues, which seem almost unknown to most collectors, and some varieties of certain coins were issued in the proof-like sets. The designs follow the regular Canadian coins- when the $2 coin was issued, the number of coins in the proof-like sets grew from 6 to 7. There have been some years which have several different varieties of sets, showing different coins issued during the year, which are not regular issues.
Regular Designs-Obverse
The obverse of the first proof-like sets shows the Young Head design of Mary Gillick. It was issued in 2 varieties- the higher relief no shoulder strap variety, and the lower relief shoulder strap variety. In sets, the high relief no shoulder straps variety appears only on very few of the one cent coins of 1954. The second Bust type was the Mature, or Tiara Portrait, designed by Arnold Machin. It was first issued in 1965. This design was modified in size from about 1980. The third bust type was the Crowned Portrait, designed by Dora de Pedery-Hunt. It was issued from 1990. The fourth bust type was the Uncrowned portrait, designed by Susanna Blunt. It was issued from 2003. It shows a much more matronly portrait. The last two designers are both Canadian.
Regular Designs- Reverse
The regular designs for Canadian coins date from the issues of 1937, developed for the new coinage of George VI. The 1 Cent, designed by George Kruger-Gray, shows a pair of maple leafs on one stalk. The 5 cent shows the beaver on his lodge. It is again designed by George Kruger-Gray. The 10 cent and 25 cent coins were designed by Emanuel Hahn. The 10 cent coin shows the Bluenose, a Nova Scotia schooner, which won records and races with its speed. The 25 cent coin shows a caribou. The 50 cent coin has a different history. The original design was by George Kruger-Gray. The first Canadian coat of Arms design was used from 1937 to 1954. The coins originally have the motto under the coat of arms A MARI USQUE AD MARE, or From Sea to Sea. In 1955, the design was made smaller. In 1959, the shield was made much thinner, and in 1960, the colour representation on the shield was corrected. In 1977 and again in 1978, the coat of arms was modified, begeing smaller, and then changing back to the earlier design. In 1997, a new coat of arms was issued. It has a new motto, DESIDERANTES MELOIREM PATRIAM, or They desire a better country. The flower arrangements have been changed, and the bottom of the design is flat. The 1 Dollar coin has traditionally had a design by Emanuel Hahn, showing an Indian and a voyageur in a canoe, transporting goods marked with the Hudsons Bay gepany bale mark, past an island with wind-swept trees, and the Northern Lights in the sky. This design has small varieties in the water lines during various years. It was modified to begee smaller in 1977. In 1988 the new design with the loon (hence the nickname Loonie) was issued. It was designedby Robert Carmichael. The 2 Dollar (Toonie) design, by Brent Townsend, was introduced in 1996. It shows a Polar Bear on an ice floe.
Coin size and geposition
Weight geposition Diameter Thickness1 Cent round, except during 1982-1996, when coins are 12 sided1953-1979 3.24 grams. 0.980 copper, 0.015 zinc, 0.005 tin. 19.05 mm 1.55 mm1980-1981 2.80 grams 19.00 mm 1.38 mm
1982-1996 2.50 grams 19.1 mm 1.45 mm1997-2004 2.25 grams copper-plated zinc 19.05 mm 1.45 mm2002P- on 2.35 grams multi-plated steel 19.05 mm 1.45 mm (copper on nickel on steel core)
5 Cent 12-sided 1953-1961, round 1963-date1953-1954 4.54 grams Chromium/nickel/steel centre 20.9 mm (sides) 1.90 mm1955-1962 4.54 grams 1.00 nickel 20.9 mm (sides) 1.90 mm1963-1967 4.54 grams 1.00 nickel 21.21 mm 1.75 mm
1968-1981 4.54 grams 1.00 nickel 21.21 mm 1.80 mm1982-1989 4.54 grams 0.75 copper, 0.25 nickel 21.21 mm 1.75 mm1990-2000 4.6 grams 0.75 copper, 0.25 nickel 21.2 mm 1.76 mm2001- on 3.95 grams multi-ply plated steel 21.1 mm 1.76 mm (nickel on copper on nickel on steel core)
10 Cents round1953-1967 2.33 grams 0.800 silver, 0.200 copper 18.03 mm 1.16 mm 1968-2000 2.07 grams 1.00 nickel 18.03 mm 1.25 mm2001- on 1.75 grams multi-ply plated steel18.03 mm 1.22 mm (nickel on copper on nickel on steel core)
25 Cents round1953-1967 5.83 grams 0.800 silver, 0.200 copper 23.88 mm 1968-1989 5.07 grams 1.00 nickel 23.88 mm 1990-2000 5.05 grams 1.00 nickel 23.88 mm2001- on 4.4 grams multi-ply plated steel 23.58 mm 1.58 mm (nickel on copper on nickel on steel core)
50 Cents round1953-1967 11.66 grams 0.800 silver, 0.200 copper 29.72 mm 2.00 mm1968-1979 8.10 grams 1.00 nickel 27.13 mm 1.93 mm1980-2000 8.10 grams 1.00 nickel 27.13 mm 1.90 mm 2001- on 6.9 grams multi-ply plated steel 27.13 mm 1.95 mm
1 Dollar round1953-1967 23.33 gm 0.800 silver, 0.200 copper 36.00 mm 1968-1986 15.62 gm 1.00 nickel 32.13 mm1 Dollar 11 sided1987 7.00 gm 0.915 nickel, 0.085 bronze 26.72 mm 1.95 mm1988-2002 7.00 gm 0.915 nickel, 0.085 bronze 26.50 mm 1.75 mm2003-on 7.00 gm 0.915 nickel, 0.085 bronze 26.50 mm 1.95 mm
2 DollarsroundAll issues 7.3 grams ring- 0.99 nickel 28.0 mm 1.80 mm Centre- 0.92 copper, 0.06 aluminum, 0.02 nickel 16.8 mm
The Canadian proof-like, or PL, sets are superior quality strikings of the regular uncirculated coins. In many cases, the proof-like sets are much better quality than the regular circulating coins. They usually contain the regular issues for the year, even when the regular issue designs were not issued, such as when a gememorative design was used on the smaller denominations. (Canada has more gememorative quarters issued for circulation than gememorative dollars, for example. The gememorative quarters were usually not issued in the proof-like sets.) They have been packaged in several different varieties, but are usually found in a flat Pliofilm holder that keeps them looking nice and undamaged. They are widely collected for their quality, as an easy way to collect all the regular issues for a year, as a way of getting some scarce coins at a low price, and other reasons. Their story is fascinating.
History
In 1949, the Canadian Mint installed new coinage presses. They produced a higher quality coin than any that had been issued before, as is shown by the beautiful 1949 dollar, which is one of my favorite designs. They also experimented with different shipping methods- the dollars were shipped in cardboard tubes, rather than loose in bags, giving a large coin with many less than normal bagmarks. The hobby of coin collecting was in its infancy in Canada at this time, and I think the lovely design, issued for circulation, encouraged Canadians to collect their coinage. In 1954, it was decided to issue special year sets to the public. According to the mint, they were simply uncirculated coins. Collectors saw them as something else, and they were. They were specially selected, sometimes made from new dies, specially prepared to look nice, and specially handled so that most of the bag-marks that appear on normal circulating coins were absent. Jim Charlton coined the term Proof-Like, and that is what collectors have called them to this day. In 1961 the holder was changed to the more-familiar Pliofilm wrapper, which has been used, with very few exceptions, to this day. They were first in a brown kraft-paper envelope, then in a white envelope with blue printing, and then issued in envelopes with colorful designs. There have been some special issues, which seem almost unknown to most collectors, and some varieties of certain coins were issued in the proof-like sets. The designs follow the regular Canadian coins- when the $2 coin was issued, the number of coins in the proof-like sets grew from 6 to 7. There have been some years which have several different varieties of sets, showing different coins issued during the year, which are not regular issues.
Regular Designs-Obverse
The obverse of the first proof-like sets shows the Young Head design of Mary Gillick. It was issued in 2 varieties- the higher relief no shoulder strap variety, and the lower relief shoulder strap variety. In sets, the high relief no shoulder straps variety appears only on very few of the one cent coins of 1954. The second Bust type was the Mature, or Tiara Portrait, designed by Arnold Machin. It was first issued in 1965. This design was modified in size from about 1980. The third bust type was the Crowned Portrait, designed by Dora de Pedery-Hunt. It was issued from 1990. The fourth bust type was the Uncrowned portrait, designed by Susanna Blunt. It was issued from 2003. It shows a much more matronly portrait. The last two designers are both Canadian.
Regular Designs- Reverse
The regular designs for Canadian coins date from the issues of 1937, developed for the new coinage of George VI. The 1 Cent, designed by George Kruger-Gray, shows a pair of maple leafs on one stalk. The 5 cent shows the beaver on his lodge. It is again designed by George Kruger-Gray. The 10 cent and 25 cent coins were designed by Emanuel Hahn. The 10 cent coin shows the Bluenose, a Nova Scotia schooner, which won records and races with its speed. The 25 cent coin shows a caribou. The 50 cent coin has a different history. The original design was by George Kruger-Gray. The first Canadian coat of Arms design was used from 1937 to 1954. The coins originally have the motto under the coat of arms A MARI USQUE AD MARE, or From Sea to Sea. In 1955, the design was made smaller. In 1959, the shield was made much thinner, and in 1960, the colour representation on the shield was corrected. In 1977 and again in 1978, the coat of arms was modified, begeing smaller, and then changing back to the earlier design. In 1997, a new coat of arms was issued. It has a new motto, DESIDERANTES MELOIREM PATRIAM, or They desire a better country. The flower arrangements have been changed, and the bottom of the design is flat. The 1 Dollar coin has traditionally had a design by Emanuel Hahn, showing an Indian and a voyageur in a canoe, transporting goods marked with the Hudsons Bay gepany bale mark, past an island with wind-swept trees, and the Northern Lights in the sky. This design has small varieties in the water lines during various years. It was modified to begee smaller in 1977. In 1988 the new design with the loon (hence the nickname Loonie) was issued. It was designedby Robert Carmichael. The 2 Dollar (Toonie) design, by Brent Townsend, was introduced in 1996. It shows a Polar Bear on an ice floe.
Coin size and geposition
Weight geposition Diameter Thickness1 Cent round, except during 1982-1996, when coins are 12 sided1953-1979 3.24 grams. 0.980 copper, 0.015 zinc, 0.005 tin. 19.05 mm 1.55 mm1980-1981 2.80 grams 19.00 mm 1.38 mm
1982-1996 2.50 grams 19.1 mm 1.45 mm1997-2004 2.25 grams copper-plated zinc 19.05 mm 1.45 mm2002P- on 2.35 grams multi-plated steel 19.05 mm 1.45 mm (copper on nickel on steel core)
5 Cent 12-sided 1953-1961, round 1963-date1953-1954 4.54 grams Chromium/nickel/steel centre 20.9 mm (sides) 1.90 mm1955-1962 4.54 grams 1.00 nickel 20.9 mm (sides) 1.90 mm1963-1967 4.54 grams 1.00 nickel 21.21 mm 1.75 mm
1968-1981 4.54 grams 1.00 nickel 21.21 mm 1.80 mm1982-1989 4.54 grams 0.75 copper, 0.25 nickel 21.21 mm 1.75 mm1990-2000 4.6 grams 0.75 copper, 0.25 nickel 21.2 mm 1.76 mm2001- on 3.95 grams multi-ply plated steel 21.1 mm 1.76 mm (nickel on copper on nickel on steel core)
10 Cents round1953-1967 2.33 grams 0.800 silver, 0.200 copper 18.03 mm 1.16 mm 1968-2000 2.07 grams 1.00 nickel 18.03 mm 1.25 mm2001- on 1.75 grams multi-ply plated steel18.03 mm 1.22 mm (nickel on copper on nickel on steel core)
25 Cents round1953-1967 5.83 grams 0.800 silver, 0.200 copper 23.88 mm 1968-1989 5.07 grams 1.00 nickel 23.88 mm 1990-2000 5.05 grams 1.00 nickel 23.88 mm2001- on 4.4 grams multi-ply plated steel 23.58 mm 1.58 mm (nickel on copper on nickel on steel core)
50 Cents round1953-1967 11.66 grams 0.800 silver, 0.200 copper 29.72 mm 2.00 mm1968-1979 8.10 grams 1.00 nickel 27.13 mm 1.93 mm1980-2000 8.10 grams 1.00 nickel 27.13 mm 1.90 mm 2001- on 6.9 grams multi-ply plated steel 27.13 mm 1.95 mm
1 Dollar round1953-1967 23.33 gm 0.800 silver, 0.200 copper 36.00 mm 1968-1986 15.62 gm 1.00 nickel 32.13 mm1 Dollar 11 sided1987 7.00 gm 0.915 nickel, 0.085 bronze 26.72 mm 1.95 mm1988-2002 7.00 gm 0.915 nickel, 0.085 bronze 26.50 mm 1.75 mm2003-on 7.00 gm 0.915 nickel, 0.085 bronze 26.50 mm 1.95 mm
2 DollarsroundAll issues 7.3 grams ring- 0.99 nickel 28.0 mm 1.80 mm Centre- 0.92 copper, 0.06 aluminum, 0.02 nickel 16.8 mm
Bugaboo: For You?
As a former nanny I have used every stroller from the Kolcraft umbrella stroller to the highest-end Peg Perego model out there. So naturally, when the Bugaboo strollers came out, I was intrigued. And when I was having my own baby, it was research time. I tried out every current model of stroller in stores. The Peg Perego steered sideways. The Graco Quattro (the most popular model out there) seemed really bulky. I must confess however, that I was planning for the prestigious Bugaboo all along.
My initial concern with the bugaboo strollers is that they are two pieces. Being in Minnesota, and the fact that I was having winter baby, I didn't want to be fussing around with stuff outside. It probably WOULD have bothered me, but I solved my own problem by getting the car seat adaptor. It made everything really convenient, and took very little time setting up or putting away.
Having this stroller is GREAT if you are a heavy traveler - if you get the transport bag, that is. We used the bassinet attachment
My initial concern with the bugaboo strollers is that they are two pieces. Being in Minnesota, and the fact that I was having winter baby, I didn't want to be fussing around with stuff outside. It probably WOULD have bothered me, but I solved my own problem by getting the car seat adaptor. It made everything really convenient, and took very little time setting up or putting away.
Having this stroller is GREAT if you are a heavy traveler - if you get the transport bag, that is. We used the bassinet attachment
Buying a Waverunner
Pay attention to what they don't tell you.Garaged ski is the best, ones left on water or near ittend to be ridden more and have more corrosion.Salt water is OK if the engine was flushed after each ride. In some cases salt water is cleaner.Look for mold in side. It should be stored with front up. Lots of PWC trailers don't have jack or stand. If the tounge is just dropped and left out side the rain will go in the gills and build up in the forwardpart of the hull.The seat mustbe in good shape (its part of the flotation).1993 and up have better designed Impeller.One design flaw is they don't put a fuel primer. You may have to pull theflame assertor off the carb and squirt some pre-mix fuel in the carb if it hasn't been run in a while.Don't buy the story that it has a bad starter, assume the worst the engine is stuck. Try the steering, a new cable is like $60 and they have to be run thur the hull.
Roketa Scooter 150cc
I purchases a 2007 Roketa scooter (well, it's actually a motorcycle) with a fiji 150 cc motor. I paid $1,000 and really like it a lot. I have had trouble finding a replacement headlight bulb. There are two of them and they are 18 watts each. I found a dealer who only had 35 watt bulbs in stock and said it will simply shine brighter. That sounded good to me cause I wasn't too happy with the ride at night as the lights don't shine too bright. Anway, the 35 watt light would not shine very bright, I guess due to the electrical system not set up for it. Anyway, it is a great little scooter that is quiet and great on gas, and fast too!
Setting the Day and Date on your Vintage Timex Watch
I often sell vintage Timex watches which have a day and date feature. Setting the day and date feature can be a little tricky - if not frusterating if you aren't familiar with how to do itsince most of the original manuals that came with these are long gone!
I'll try to explain the process - please feel free to contact me if this doesn't make sense.
1. Pull out the crown on the right hand side of the watch.
2. Advance the crown so the time advances clockwise until the day is correct.
3. Rotate the crown so the time is going counter-clockwise (the opposite direction) until the date "clicks". (the day will click first, then the date).
4. Rotate the crown so the time is going clockwise again and the date will advance.
5. Continue this back and forth action of rotation until the date is correct.
6. Push in the crown and you're done!
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I'll try to explain the process - please feel free to contact me if this doesn't make sense.
1. Pull out the crown on the right hand side of the watch.
2. Advance the crown so the time advances clockwise until the day is correct.
3. Rotate the crown so the time is going counter-clockwise (the opposite direction) until the date "clicks". (the day will click first, then the date).
4. Rotate the crown so the time is going clockwise again and the date will advance.
5. Continue this back and forth action of rotation until the date is correct.
6. Push in the crown and you're done!
I'm considering making a video of this process. Please let me know if this is something you would be interested in.
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Getting better sounds with Guitar Wah Pedals -Vox847
Wah Wah Mods
The mods on this page are primarily concerned with the Dunlop Crybaby and Vox V847 wahs, but they can be applied to most wahs that have an inductor.
Reference Photos:
Mods to PCB
These mods are all fairly cheap to do and they're reversible, so it's not the end of the world if you don't like the results. Refer to the photos below if you're not sure which parts to change.
"Vocal Mod"
Replace the 33K resistor in parallel with the inductor with a 68K. This gives a more vocal quality to the wah. Some Vox Clyde McCoy wahs had 100K resistors here.
Gain and Bass Response
Replace the 470 ohm resistor (some have 390 or 510) at the emitter of Q1 with a lower value. This increases gain, which is useful if you've converted to true bypass. The bass response is also increased. Too low a value here may introduce some distortion and make the wah sound muddy. Try 270 - 330 ohms to start with.
Midrange
Replace the 1K5 resistor between the base of Q1 and the inductor with a larger value. This increases the midrange and helps if your wah sounds dull and muted when you rock the pedal back. Try 1K8 to 2K7. Higher values than stock also smooth out the bass-treble transition. Most people refer to the 33K as the "Q" resistor, but this resistor also affects the Q.
Sweep Range
Change the sweep by swapping the 0.01F cap between the emitter of Q2 and the inductor. A smaller value will make the wah sweep more trebly and vice-versa. If you're converting to or from a bass wah, this is the one to change. Try 0.068F for a bass wah.
Volume
If you've converted to true bypass, replace the 68K series input resistor with a lower value, say 47K. This gives a slight increase in volume. Too low a value is likely to result in the pedal picking up radio interference. This can be addressed by adding small value (10 - 20pF) capacitors between the collector and base of each transistor.
Thanks to Abilio for the GCB95 picture.
Inductors
Some of the Dunlop and Vox inductors aren't bad, but most of the recent ones I've seen have been well over 600mH, which makes the sweep too muddy for my liking. The above mods can offset this to some degree, but I regemend replacing the inductor if you want to get closer to the Page/Hendrix/Clapton/Beck wah sound. Fulltone sells a replacement inductor, modelled on the halo, but I haven't heard one to be able to gement on them. I make my own, also a copy of the halo, which I believe is as good as anything else you can buy.
In theory, you can use one side of a small transformer, but I've yet to hear any rave reviews from people who've tried one. If you can find the materials, it's quite feasible to wind your own inductor, but I wasted a lot of time before I was happy with my results.
The original halo inductors used P18/11 pot cores (18mm diameter, 11mm tall). According to information on the web, there were a few different halos, using different ferrite materials. Can inductors, Fasel inductors in '70s Italian wahs and the Thomas Organ "stack of dimes" use smaller P14/8 pot cores. I've measured the inductance and DC resistance of a few inductors, which you can find here. These data don't tell you anything about saturation or asymmetrical clipping, but I can report that the older wahs are far superior to new ones. In particular, the '60s Vox wahs with halo inductors have greater clarity and a more geplex sound at the treble end of the sweep.
Wah-Volume pedal mod
Lifting the earth connection of the 4.7F capacitor will cancel the wah effect and leave you with a volume pedal. The '70s Jen Wah-Volume pedal switches in a 4K7 resistor and 0.22F cap in series across the 0.01F "sweep cap".
Thanks to wah-wah.co.uk
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The mods on this page are primarily concerned with the Dunlop Crybaby and Vox V847 wahs, but they can be applied to most wahs that have an inductor.
Reference Photos:
Mods to PCB
These mods are all fairly cheap to do and they're reversible, so it's not the end of the world if you don't like the results. Refer to the photos below if you're not sure which parts to change.
"Vocal Mod"
Replace the 33K resistor in parallel with the inductor with a 68K. This gives a more vocal quality to the wah. Some Vox Clyde McCoy wahs had 100K resistors here.
Gain and Bass Response
Replace the 470 ohm resistor (some have 390 or 510) at the emitter of Q1 with a lower value. This increases gain, which is useful if you've converted to true bypass. The bass response is also increased. Too low a value here may introduce some distortion and make the wah sound muddy. Try 270 - 330 ohms to start with.
Midrange
Replace the 1K5 resistor between the base of Q1 and the inductor with a larger value. This increases the midrange and helps if your wah sounds dull and muted when you rock the pedal back. Try 1K8 to 2K7. Higher values than stock also smooth out the bass-treble transition. Most people refer to the 33K as the "Q" resistor, but this resistor also affects the Q.
Sweep Range
Change the sweep by swapping the 0.01F cap between the emitter of Q2 and the inductor. A smaller value will make the wah sweep more trebly and vice-versa. If you're converting to or from a bass wah, this is the one to change. Try 0.068F for a bass wah.
Volume
If you've converted to true bypass, replace the 68K series input resistor with a lower value, say 47K. This gives a slight increase in volume. Too low a value is likely to result in the pedal picking up radio interference. This can be addressed by adding small value (10 - 20pF) capacitors between the collector and base of each transistor.
Thanks to Abilio for the GCB95 picture.
Inductors
Some of the Dunlop and Vox inductors aren't bad, but most of the recent ones I've seen have been well over 600mH, which makes the sweep too muddy for my liking. The above mods can offset this to some degree, but I regemend replacing the inductor if you want to get closer to the Page/Hendrix/Clapton/Beck wah sound. Fulltone sells a replacement inductor, modelled on the halo, but I haven't heard one to be able to gement on them. I make my own, also a copy of the halo, which I believe is as good as anything else you can buy.
In theory, you can use one side of a small transformer, but I've yet to hear any rave reviews from people who've tried one. If you can find the materials, it's quite feasible to wind your own inductor, but I wasted a lot of time before I was happy with my results.
The original halo inductors used P18/11 pot cores (18mm diameter, 11mm tall). According to information on the web, there were a few different halos, using different ferrite materials. Can inductors, Fasel inductors in '70s Italian wahs and the Thomas Organ "stack of dimes" use smaller P14/8 pot cores. I've measured the inductance and DC resistance of a few inductors, which you can find here. These data don't tell you anything about saturation or asymmetrical clipping, but I can report that the older wahs are far superior to new ones. In particular, the '60s Vox wahs with halo inductors have greater clarity and a more geplex sound at the treble end of the sweep.
Wah-Volume pedal mod
Lifting the earth connection of the 4.7F capacitor will cancel the wah effect and leave you with a volume pedal. The '70s Jen Wah-Volume pedal switches in a 4K7 resistor and 0.22F cap in series across the 0.01F "sweep cap".
Thanks to wah-wah.co.uk
To Conclude...
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Thats all I have to say in a nutshell. If you've learned something or you have further clarifications, feel free to drop us an email. We'll love to hear from you! Till then, have a great day and keep on practicing!
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Buying Bernina
Buyers beware! Before buying a Bernina on okay, check http://www.mariamichaelsdesigns.ge/BerninageparisonCharts.htm#540730 for a geparison chart of older machines. Many are listed with features that don't match the model number, so do diligence. Also, make sure your seller foam-packs your machine purchase. This seller failed to follow my packing directions (more about this later) and this is how my Bernina arrived, in pieces! Berninas are very heavy, expensive to fix, and should never be trusted to USPS (try collecting on insurance!). UPS is much better, they automatically send tracking information by email (you must provide your address), and they pay off claims right away, a big plus when you are unsure of which carrier to go with. Also, they cover the first $100 of value free, and you should always add coverage for your machine purchase, because no matter which carrier you choose (with the exception of DHL, my personal favorite), they are all package-pitching goons.Fortunately, this seller was just starting his okay business, and needed glowing feedback more than a disappointed buyer. After being ignored for 10 days, I sent an email of intent to leave negative feedback, and voila, instant service, with mea culpas. In all fairness, I rarely have to leave negative feedback, most sellers are reputable and decent. In the event you are settled, but that sour taste lingers still, do the right thing. If you've got nothing positive to say, don't leave any feedback at all!
CORVETTE HEADERS 68,69.70.71,72,73,74,75,76,77,78,79,8
I HAVE SEEN A LOT OF STAINLESS STEAL HEADERS FOR CORVETTES APPEARING ON okay. I HAVE A C3 1979 VETTE AND PURCHASED ONE PAIR AND MOUNTED ONE SIDE. IT WAS 2.5 INCHES OFF THE STREET.. ONE SPEED BUMP WOULD CRUSH THEM. THE PROPER HEIGHT FOR A C3 HEADER IS 18" THATS TOP OF BRACKET ON MOTOR TO THE LOWEST POINT OF COLLECTOR COLLAR... ASK FOR A MEASUREMENT BEFORE ORDERING..
cymbal cleaning keep it clean and bright
Keeping your cymbals clean and bright is important each newcymbal is tapped by a professional cymbal tester for the right sound. All cymbals when tested new are clean and bright not dull and dirty ,although some may prefer a cymbals sound that is darker and less bright with a patina that builds up over time. Cleaning a cymbal will restore its original sound qualities and will not harm it in any way and makes your cymbal look new again. I have used a mothers mini ball and blue magic metal polish on my own cymbals with great results.
Buying Antique
Buying truly authentic fine vintage and antique jewelry (rings,
bracelets, necklaces, broochs, watches etc) on okay can be tricky. A simple okay search for "antique ring " or "vintage ring " will return an overwhelming number of listing. Further
narrowing the search using the categories on the left of the listing
can be a good way to focus your search. By selecting the Vintage, Antique
category, most of the seller's listings using vintage and antique just
to manipulate the search engine will be removed from the search.One final step, again further narrowing using the categories on the left, selectFine.
This will omit the listings from Costume and New, Vintage Reproductions
categories, finally revealing the truly vintage and antique jewelry.Less
than 1/4 of the original number of listings will remain but browsing
through these will be easier to fine the exact treasure you have been
searching for. Additional categories are available to narrow your
search by diamonds, gold, silver, and more.One last tip, if a
listing is found that captures interest, be sure to visit that sellers
okay store. Often sellers will have many great items listed for sale
in their okay store that will never be seen by a basic okay search.We invite you to visit our okay storeWeston Jewelry. We sell only the finest vintage antique and designer estate jewelry.Please feel free to contact us through okay with any questions, we will promptly reply to any information request.Warmly,Weston
bracelets, necklaces, broochs, watches etc) on okay can be tricky. A simple okay search for "antique ring " or "vintage ring " will return an overwhelming number of listing. Further
narrowing the search using the categories on the left of the listing
can be a good way to focus your search. By selecting the Vintage, Antique
category, most of the seller's listings using vintage and antique just
to manipulate the search engine will be removed from the search.One final step, again further narrowing using the categories on the left, selectFine.
This will omit the listings from Costume and New, Vintage Reproductions
categories, finally revealing the truly vintage and antique jewelry.Less
than 1/4 of the original number of listings will remain but browsing
through these will be easier to fine the exact treasure you have been
searching for. Additional categories are available to narrow your
search by diamonds, gold, silver, and more.One last tip, if a
listing is found that captures interest, be sure to visit that sellers
okay store. Often sellers will have many great items listed for sale
in their okay store that will never be seen by a basic okay search.We invite you to visit our okay storeWeston Jewelry. We sell only the finest vintage antique and designer estate jewelry.Please feel free to contact us through okay with any questions, we will promptly reply to any information request.Warmly,Weston
Fake Tiffany Heart tag Toggle Bracelets and Necklaces
Hi there, just wanted to share a little info on the heart tag 'toggle' bracelets and necklaces. They do not have "Please Return To Tiffany
INB Consistant junk
I recently had the displeasure of doing busines with INB. While the lotI won the bid on was very low priced theS
Retro Combs and Hair Accessories 1980-1990 Part II
This is the second of two guides which examine the gebs and hair accessories of the 1980s. In this paper I examine the influence of the American TV soap operas Dallas and Dynasty which promoted a taste for glitzy and frankly fake jewellery andaccessories.
The Return of Glamour.After begeing somewhat subdued and conservative in the 1970s the costume jewellery industry again flourished in the 1980s. A number of important influences gebined to give women a new freedom and confidence to wear frankly fake fashion jewellery. In fact, the bigger and glitzier the better!
In this respect, several important influences which contributed to the popular taste can be identified.
The Real Jewellery Look: inspired by Diana Princess of Wales.
Nostalgic Historical Revivals: imitation of historical periods.
Frankly Fake: inspired by the glitz and glamour of TV shows like Dallas and Dynasty and the influence of celebrities like Madonna
Resurgence of Plastic Jewellery: novelty themes and treatments such as prints, animal patterns, and so on.Part II will examine the influence of the Dallasty phenomenon and the resurgence of novelty styles in plastic jewellery and hair accessories.
Frankly Fake.Unlike previous generations when rhinestone jewellery had been more favoured by mature women, the craze was for bright and glittery jewellery was followed by teenagers and older women alike in the 1980s. Previous rules about what was considered appropriate wear for particular occasions were discarded. Rhinestones, faux pearls and bright gold or gilt jewellery came to be worn on every possible occasion, not just in the evening.
The Dallasty Phenomenon.In the USA glamour came in the far reaching influence of Television shows like Dallas and Dynasty, which were watched by millions of viewers around the world. The shows epitomized an era of glamour and decadence that later became the hallmark of the American primetime soap operas of the 1980s. The women portrayed in these soap operas were powerful and assertive, yet also feminine. The lavish use of both fine and costume jewellery was worn day and night on the show, and this trend soon drifted into mainstream fashion. Big, almost huge, gilt fashion earrings several almost two inches across drew attention to the face and hair. stones could be real of fake. Gilt metal, pearls and diamante were intended to tell the rest of the world you had "arrived".The clothing and jewellery they wore was reminiscent of the seductive Hollywood styles of the 1930s and 1940s. These shows, targeted towards females, influenced women to wear jewellery to show one's economic status. Synthetic fabrics went out of style in the 1980s. Wool, cotton, and silk returned to popularity for their perceived quality. For evening rich brocades, lace and lame were the fabrics of choice.
1: The Cast of the TV soap opera Dynasty in all their splendour.
The Return of Glamour.After begeing somewhat subdued and conservative in the 1970s the costume jewellery industry again flourished in the 1980s. A number of important influences gebined to give women a new freedom and confidence to wear frankly fake fashion jewellery. In fact, the bigger and glitzier the better!
In this respect, several important influences which contributed to the popular taste can be identified.
The Real Jewellery Look: inspired by Diana Princess of Wales.
Nostalgic Historical Revivals: imitation of historical periods.
Frankly Fake: inspired by the glitz and glamour of TV shows like Dallas and Dynasty and the influence of celebrities like Madonna
Resurgence of Plastic Jewellery: novelty themes and treatments such as prints, animal patterns, and so on.Part II will examine the influence of the Dallasty phenomenon and the resurgence of novelty styles in plastic jewellery and hair accessories.
Frankly Fake.Unlike previous generations when rhinestone jewellery had been more favoured by mature women, the craze was for bright and glittery jewellery was followed by teenagers and older women alike in the 1980s. Previous rules about what was considered appropriate wear for particular occasions were discarded. Rhinestones, faux pearls and bright gold or gilt jewellery came to be worn on every possible occasion, not just in the evening.
The Dallasty Phenomenon.In the USA glamour came in the far reaching influence of Television shows like Dallas and Dynasty, which were watched by millions of viewers around the world. The shows epitomized an era of glamour and decadence that later became the hallmark of the American primetime soap operas of the 1980s. The women portrayed in these soap operas were powerful and assertive, yet also feminine. The lavish use of both fine and costume jewellery was worn day and night on the show, and this trend soon drifted into mainstream fashion. Big, almost huge, gilt fashion earrings several almost two inches across drew attention to the face and hair. stones could be real of fake. Gilt metal, pearls and diamante were intended to tell the rest of the world you had "arrived".The clothing and jewellery they wore was reminiscent of the seductive Hollywood styles of the 1930s and 1940s. These shows, targeted towards females, influenced women to wear jewellery to show one's economic status. Synthetic fabrics went out of style in the 1980s. Wool, cotton, and silk returned to popularity for their perceived quality. For evening rich brocades, lace and lame were the fabrics of choice.
1: The Cast of the TV soap opera Dynasty in all their splendour.
e bay and paypal rip off
I bought an amp from a clown called boandsav,the amp was not the described one.he wrote back its my fault (really) and would not refund.I contacted paypal who agreed it was not the amp I bought and was told I should ship back at my cost to recieve refund.so I'm $24 out of pocket.e bay and paypal are a joke and certainly don't look after their members.
Discover Hidden s Dropshipping Secrets
A drop shipper is a business that has merchandise for sale below normal retail and will ship the merchandise directly to your customer for you.They are really selling to you, but shipping to your customer.As an okay drop ship seller, your steps are very simple: 1. Advertise the item(s) on okay. 2. geplete the auction and take payment from the winning bidder. 3. Contact your drop shipper and pay the drop shipper for the item. The difference between what you pay for the item and what you sell it to your okay winner for is your profit. 4. The drop shipper will send out the item for you and hopefully youll have a happy customer who will post positive feedback on your okay ratings page. What are the advantages? 1. You dont have to invest in inventory or spend time running around trying to find things to sell. 2. There are many drop shippers and an amazing variety of items you can probably find most anything you would like to sell from a drop shipper. 3. You dont have to worry about packing and shipping your items and making trips to the post office or UPS. What are some disadvantages? 1. You have to locate and set up a relationship with a drop shipper. 2. There are drop ship scams that you have to be aware of. Under most circumstances you should not have to pay a fee to get established with a drop shipping business. 3. You will be selling brand new merchandise and your profit margin might not be as much as it would be from buying in demand items from yard sales and flea markets. 4. Middlemen you have to be careful to make sure that there are not a lot of others in the supply chain. They will drive up the cost of your items and cost you profit. 5. Its likely that others on okay are buying from the same drop shipper you are, so you probably will have some gepetition in your category. How you can get a gepetitive edge If others are selling the same items that you are, how can you make your products stand out? Your drop shipper will likely provide pictures and descriptions of the items you want to sell. Instead of taking their stock pictures and descriptions, order one of the items for yourself, then: 1. Take your own pictures, from a variety of angles and post multiple product shots. 2. Write your own, much more detailed description. What you want to do is to stand out from the other auctions. If a buyer is searching on okay for an item, and is scrolling through the results and there are many pictures, all the same, there is nothing to draw their eye. Give them something different and they will reward you with clicks on your auction item.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
BENGAL KITTENS
Considering getting a Bengal Kitten or Cat? Here is a little background before you buy one.
Bengals are cross-breeds - Domestic Tabby Cats mated with Asian Snow Leopards produce these wonderful miniature leopard/cats! Bengals are accepted for registration by The International Cat Association.
Bengals gee in several different colors but true Bengals are:
Classic - Brown Spotted, Seal Mink Spotted - Creamy White or Brown Marble - Classic Brown with Creamy White Swirls. A Bengal's fur looks as if it has Gold Glitter dusted throughout it's coat
Bengals are cross-breeds - Domestic Tabby Cats mated with Asian Snow Leopards produce these wonderful miniature leopard/cats! Bengals are accepted for registration by The International Cat Association.
Bengals gee in several different colors but true Bengals are:
Classic - Brown Spotted, Seal Mink Spotted - Creamy White or Brown Marble - Classic Brown with Creamy White Swirls. A Bengal's fur looks as if it has Gold Glitter dusted throughout it's coat
KILOWARE (on paper) MIXTURES - SECRETS REVEALED!!
FACT no. 1. Reason why you buy KILOWARE mixtures! - You are seeking a low cost method of acquiring stamps to grace the pages of your stamp album.- You are willing to work harder ( soaking required ) than the collector who is only buying off-paper stamp mixtures.- You have gaps in your collection that could be filled from this kiloware mixture available on okay.- You do not wish to spend hard earned currency on mixtures that could contain damaged stamps.- You are looking for recently postmarked issues, not currently available from your current stamp club, where you meet every month.- You are looking to acquire duplicates, so that you can trade with your fellow collectors.- You are looking for high values, which currently you cannot find from any other source.FACT no. 2. Reason why I sell KILOWARE mixtures!- I have a source that supplies me with recently postmark issues, which other okay SELLERS cannot access.- My sources have a limited supply of freshly postmarked issues which they provide to me. It is QUITE limited.- I visit many stamp clubs and many kiloware mixtures are being offered for sale, usually via sale by tender.- I am trying to help those collectors, who have purchased a kiloware mixture, have taken what they want and now want to recoup some of their costs.- I know that, not everyone, as I, have access to these mixtures, so I buy and on-sell them via okay auctions.- I enjoy working with stamps and all their intricacies therein.FACT no. 3. MISDAVENTURES THAT RELATE TO PURCHASING KILOWARE MIXTURES(I have read what the others are saying on okay, and here is a synopsis of what irks everyone!!)- Some mixtures have heavy duplication, with the same small definitive stamp represented in quantity.(the sellers failed tro mention that in their description)- Some okay sellers show the same scan, all the time and state that your stamps will be slightly different.( the reason that they do that is that they want to list many items quickly. So hence they are saving time) - Some sellers place the high value stamps on top, and so initimate that there may be more hidden.( buyers find that there are no surprises, except that the remaining ( unshown stamps) are very gemon issues)- Some sellers charge a high SHIPPING
Used car buying on s. Short term
In the beginning of september 2003, I was specifically looking for an atmost 3-4 yr. old Honda accord 4-dr sedan with leather and manual transmission. I found 2 locally, one was black (already have a black car) and the other was gold both of which colors I was trying to avoid. Then I found 3 such cars on okay motors. Two of those 3 sellers didnt have enough strong feedback for me to trust them. The third seller wasmaugillman who seemed to have quite a few good feedback. On further investigation it turned out that this guy is a Dealer salesman based in Austin. ActuallyGillman Auto turned out to be the biggest auto dealership in Austin TX. So I called up the guy and negotiated for about 5 mins. and I got the car for the price I wanted and he seemed to be happy about the price. Auction closed on 09/03/03.Next few days went very smoothly while I sent him the check and he sent me the papers for me to sign. Anyway paperwork was done, and I decided to drive the car down to the San Francisco Bay area from Austin. I didnt want to risk it with the shipping gepanies since it was driveable distance.Now the fun began. We flew to Austin on 09/13/03, Saturday. Wilson (name changed for anonymity) had been informed and he picked us up at the airport. Everything was ready, we saw the car was exactly as pictured on the auction. Well, it had 58000 miles on it, so the obvious car door bumps etc. were there which werent very clear in the pictures but werent exactly unexpected.So we were on road within an hour witha full tank of gas, courtesy of Gillman Auto. We were planning to drive about 620 miles the first day and stay in Las Cruces, NM. We drove on I-10 W no problems for about 8 hrs. to reach our Motel in Las Cruces. Had a good night's sleep. Got ready next morning to check out and have breakfast an leave. Guess what?? The car wouldnt start. Everything looked good under the hood, it sounded like a dead battery. We checked all the lights and we hadnt left any lights on cos, the headlights have this alarm which rings when you try to leave the car with the headlights on. And all the interior lights were also off since we locked the car at night. Anyways, we got AAA to jump start our car and fortunately there was a Wal-mart right behind the motel. We took the car there and they ran a load test and it said.. -unstable battery- At this point we had already lost about hour and a half when we had 1200 miles of drive ahead of us. We were mad and disappointed. At that point we could have given him a negative feedback on okay if we had a geputer nearby...we were that mad. All sorts of things crossed our minds. Did the dealer rip us off? etc.. I called Wilson's cell phone and left him a voice message about this problem. It was a Sunday and he was off that day. But he returned my calls anyway. I talked to him later that day after we got back signal on our cellphone.Anyway, we bought a new battery and we were on our way. We crossed the desert through Hwy 180 cutting from I-10 to I-40. It was a lonely road and at times could get a little scary if we werent driving a Honda. Anyway after about 1000 miles we got into California and it was very late in the night. So we stopped on I-5 past Bakersfield and finished the rest of the drive next morning.Now, it was monday and I wanted to get a car-wash before showing it to friends and co-workers. So I was waiting in line for the car-wash and the coolant temperature guage started rising slowly and steadily, almost all the way up. As soon as I revved the engine it came back down. Anyway, I got scared and turned off the engine, got a car-wash and went to work. There I thought I'd check the coolant level. Popped the hood, and there was no coolant. I then added some water and some coolant. After doing this I didnt see the temperature rise again. But anyway, I believed what I saw and called a couple of Honda service shops. I scheduled an appt. with one of the auto-repair chain shops next morning. For $34, they told me that the coolant pump was bad and needed to be replaced along with other stuff. estimate about $600. - And oh.. while you are down there why dont you get the timing belt fixed too?I called a reputed repair shop in Milpitas and they told me that it was unusual for a Honda to have a bad pump at 60k miles. So I took it to them the next morning. They actually found the right problem.. leaking O-ring seals from the pipe behind the water pump. Estimate $474.I called Wilson at Gillman Auto and explained the problem and he was amazingly nice about the whole thing. He apologized for the inconvenience and offered me the reimbursement. At this point I have to mention this. I dont think that I saved a whole lot by purchasing the car from Austin, but I got the kind of car I was looking for and even if I had found the same car locally at any private party or local dealer, there was no chance in hell I could have gotten any free repairs after sale. Any other seller would easily walk away from any responsibility, since it was an as is no warranty sale. Today, 09/29/03 I have received a check from Gillman Auto for the full reimbursement of the battery replacement, coolant leak repair and disgnosis.I cannot say enough good words for Wilson (not his real name) and Gillman Auto and I thought that 80 chars on okay feedback wouldnt be enough, so I made wrote this guide to share my whole experience.Now for the long-term experience. I am now at 104K miles. Got the timing belt
Stop Pirated Clothing Sellers in Their Tracks With This
Pirated clothing is a problem on okay, but one question will stop questionable sellers in their tracks.It's not just a matter of whether the clothing is authentic. Although there are many fakes being sold, a little research can usually identify these items. The material and workmanship are not usually the same quality as the real thing, and often there are small differences in the measurements or design.The real problem is whether or not the item is licensed from the gepany who designed it.Even the seller may not realize that their product is illegal. They may have done their homework and verified that the item matches all the required specifics of the real thing. However, they may be purchasing from a supplier who buys unauthorized product from the same factory as the brand-name gepany.Let's say Brand-X gepany hires Factory-Y to build their design. Factory-Y builds the clothing and delivers it, and Brand-X is happy. But now Factory-Y knows how to make Brand-X's product, and has all the materials, so they sell some to Distributor-Z. That's fine and dandy for Factory-Y, but since Distributor-Z isn't paying anything to Brand-X (and therefore gets the product real cheap), Brand-X has just been ripped off; their name and design has been stolen.Distributor-Z can now sell these brand-name clothes to an okay seller at a ridiculously low price. It looks like a great profit maker for the seller, they can afford to sell the clothes for less than half of what the department stores can.The okay seller thinks they're selling the real thing, the okay buyer thinks they're buying the real thing. But Brand-X hasn't gotten a penny from the product that they designed and promoted. Also, how can Brand-X keep their accounts with Big-Department-Store-Chain-A if the same clothes are sold on okay for a fraction of their retail value?So the question to ask isn't whether the clothes are authentic or not, but if they gee from a licensed distributor. The jeans, polo shirt or whatever may look like the real thing, and maybe the department store prices really are too high. But the fact is Brand-X deserves the right to control the product they've designed, both the price and the method of distribution. Obtaining brand-name clothing through any other means is both illegal and unethical.
Brewing Iced Coffee At Home- A Delicious Summer Treat
I love coffee, in any of its forms-hot, cold, smoothie, candy... But
what I don't love is paying $3-$4 for a cup of iced coffee. All the
coffeeshops (yes, including the donut franchise) charge way too much
for coffee, especially if they throw in some ice cubes. But brewing
iced coffee at home is quite simple and easy to customize for your own
tastes.
Rinse and clean your coffeemaker, and a big pitcher (8 cup size).
Put enough Ground Coffee into the maker to make 9 cups of coffee
(9 cups x 2 tablespoons a cup= 18 tablespoons of ground coffee). Put in
enough Fresh Water to make 4 cups. When you measure your coffee to be
iced, use this proportion 2x the coffee as water, with an extra serving
of grinds for good measure. Brew the coffee
Fill the pitcher about 1/3 of the way with ice. Dump your freshly
made pot of coffee over the ice. Put the whole pitcher in the
refrigerator.
If you like sugar in your iced coffee, put some in a small
tupperware and pour some plain boiled water to make liquid sugar and
sweeten your iced drink. That saves the trouble of stirring llike crazy.
Serve each cup over ice.
Feel free to make this how you want it- Sweet N Low and Half and Half, Decaf with soy milk and extra sugar....
Cost for a whole pitcher-
$2 worth of the Mermaid Coffee- and theirs is costly
25 cents worth of sugar ( I mean, or just steal some packets from the diner)
$1 worth of milk- I used tons of milk, each iced coffee was 1/2 milk.
water is free, ice is just frozen water, so its free...
----- less than $3 for 8 small iced coffees (more if you take milk). Or
try three 20 ounce iced coffees, with a bit to spare, for $3- each
would cost $3 at the Mermaid, or $2.75 at the Donut.
what I don't love is paying $3-$4 for a cup of iced coffee. All the
coffeeshops (yes, including the donut franchise) charge way too much
for coffee, especially if they throw in some ice cubes. But brewing
iced coffee at home is quite simple and easy to customize for your own
tastes.
Rinse and clean your coffeemaker, and a big pitcher (8 cup size).
Put enough Ground Coffee into the maker to make 9 cups of coffee
(9 cups x 2 tablespoons a cup= 18 tablespoons of ground coffee). Put in
enough Fresh Water to make 4 cups. When you measure your coffee to be
iced, use this proportion 2x the coffee as water, with an extra serving
of grinds for good measure. Brew the coffee
Fill the pitcher about 1/3 of the way with ice. Dump your freshly
made pot of coffee over the ice. Put the whole pitcher in the
refrigerator.
If you like sugar in your iced coffee, put some in a small
tupperware and pour some plain boiled water to make liquid sugar and
sweeten your iced drink. That saves the trouble of stirring llike crazy.
Serve each cup over ice.
Feel free to make this how you want it- Sweet N Low and Half and Half, Decaf with soy milk and extra sugar....
Cost for a whole pitcher-
$2 worth of the Mermaid Coffee- and theirs is costly
25 cents worth of sugar ( I mean, or just steal some packets from the diner)
$1 worth of milk- I used tons of milk, each iced coffee was 1/2 milk.
water is free, ice is just frozen water, so its free...
----- less than $3 for 8 small iced coffees (more if you take milk). Or
try three 20 ounce iced coffees, with a bit to spare, for $3- each
would cost $3 at the Mermaid, or $2.75 at the Donut.
Buy a High Quality Birkin , Kelly, Kelly Part V
9) Firmness of the bottom
For a good Birkin it should stand up on the table with only the 4 pins touching the table.
(Below is our Birkin for which you can see the gap between the table and our Birkin)
For a good Birkin it should stand up on the table with only the 4 pins touching the table.
(Below is our Birkin for which you can see the gap between the table and our Birkin)
Jewelry Care Damage and Points of Interest
Introduction
Being a Jeweler for 20 plus years I have repaired or built nearly 100,000 jewelry items. If you have damaged jewelry I have probably seen it before. I want to go over a few of the gemon questions that gee from customers and a few things you may never think to ask.
Gold and Diamond information.
Gold is the least reactive element. Gold and silver for that matter does not tarnish (oxidize) in air or liquids easily. Gold or silver may be unearthed and it looks like gold or silver, not to say gold and silver isn't mined from ores and processed chemically. Gold and silver as in jewelry is an alloy and processed to be easily manipulated and formed. Most gold jewelry is 10 or 14 karat (.410% gold or .585% gold). Silver such as sterling is also an alloy (90% silver). Gold and silver alloys have a much lower melting point even though they are much harder and offer better rigidity.Diamond is crystallized carbon. Diamond is the worlds hardest naturally occurring substance. Diamonds have impurities that may be undesirable and may be cause for concern as it relates to toughness. Diamonds may be broken or scratched. Many diamonds are artificially enhanced to change color and clarity. This may or may not involve laser drilling, filling, or light irradiation to change color.
How do I clean my jewelry?
As a jeweler I would like to say there is a magic formula available only in jewelry shops. The truth is every jewelry I know cleans jewelry with diluted soapy ammonia in an ultrasonic cleaner and a tooth brush.If the jewelry item is tarnished then a weak sulfuric acid may be used gemonly used in products like tarnex or simple lemon juice. If your jewelry item is left in the presence of acidic fluids to long they will burn (oxidize the zinc or nickel in the alloy) and a jeweler will have to heat the items and polish to remove excess residue.
When should I have my diamond jewelry checked for wear?
Most jewelry is manufactured to have years of life but in large part purely dependant on how it is worn and your lifestyle. If you work with your hands you may need to have your rings serviced every year. I built my wife's rings 15 years ago and recently added a couple of tips on the outer stones because they were thinning a bit.
Gold chains usually last longer than the rings and clasps that attach the ends. Every year or so you should look at the rings and if more than 60% of the diameter of the clasp ring is worn off then you should have them fixed. Much of the life of a particular chain is its design. Large link chains obviously last longer but even that can depend on the weight of the particular item.
Bracelets have the highest rate of wear. Significant wear can be observed even on a heavy linked bracelet or watch even after only a few years. Bracelets should be removed for work and active times.
Be aware of a few warning signs:
If your jewelry ever feels different or you feel a sharp edge.
If your ring ever catches on anything like fabric.
If your chain appears longer than normal.
I have large number of customers tell me they heard or saw their stone rattling when driving.
When should I remove my jewelry?
During strenuous activity such as skiing or hiking.
Take your chains and bracelets off during sleep especially flat or thinner chains.
Take off your jewelry when in place that it may be easily lost if dropped like when boating.
Anytime you are working on anything electrical.
I had an accident involving a wedding band and a battery; I have a permanent scar on my ring finger.
Why do my rings bend?
Ring shanks bend when you pick up heavy items or pull on items. This is very gemon and many customers opt to leave their rings in an oval shape.
Other things you should know.
Chemical damage is very gemon. Where gold is almost immune to anything that your skin is, the geponents in the gold alloy and the solder that holds it together is not. Many gemon household chemicals will destroy your jewelry. The solder that holds your ring and chains together has a zinc high content, which is very reactive to many hair products (bleaches and peroxides).
I see a somewhat higher number of hair stylist's jewelry. Jewelry from many of these customers are very tarnished and often cracked and brittle. If this damage continues the gold will begee fragile and break with very little force applied.
Bleach can damage your jewelry. Chlorine that is used in swimming pools is essentially the same chemical used in bleach. People with pools are ruining their jewelry and never realize it until it's too late. As a jewelry student I was never made aware of this until I started higher volumes of work. Once this damage occurs the links will fall out of the chain or the shank of the ring will crack. I once had a customer let her ring soak in bleach overnight only to find her ring in seven pieces the next morning.
An important note about some diamonds.
Some diamonds are enhanced for appearance. If you have stones like this then you may be in for disappointment. Diamonds that have been drilled or color enhanced must not be tipped. They may need to be reset once the ring has sustained significant wear. I have a friend that calls these stones "hooted" stones and they are getting much more prevalent in the market place. The stone is diamond but to rid the impurities they drill a hole to the imperfection (flaw), boil in sulfuric acid and fill the hole with a clear acrylic. If the diamond is heated the acrylic may begee visible or turn colors. This process can make a very poor stone into something that looks fantastic.
Do not confuse hardness with toughness. Diamonds can be chipped with very little force if applied at the proper spot and angle. Avoid putting multiple diamond rings into the same container as your diamonds may scratch each other. Special care must be given to diamonds with feather, as this is a separation of the crystal lattice. I put a 3.5 carat in an ultrasonic and it came out in half, so some jeweler will not work on diamonds with large flaws. Otherwise diamonds are tough. On a couple of occasions I have had diamonds brought in that were in a house fire and the gold melted into a lump leaving the diamonds in perfect condition.
Silver
Much of today's silver is plated with chrome or nickel. This makes a jeweler's job difficult when repairing or resizing. Once heated the plated material buckles and cracks leaving a undesirable finish. If you are buying silver rings it is a good idea to buy the proper size. If repair is needed often it is practical to replace the item. This does not apply to silver wear.
I hope this information proves helpful.
Being a Jeweler for 20 plus years I have repaired or built nearly 100,000 jewelry items. If you have damaged jewelry I have probably seen it before. I want to go over a few of the gemon questions that gee from customers and a few things you may never think to ask.
Gold and Diamond information.
Gold is the least reactive element. Gold and silver for that matter does not tarnish (oxidize) in air or liquids easily. Gold or silver may be unearthed and it looks like gold or silver, not to say gold and silver isn't mined from ores and processed chemically. Gold and silver as in jewelry is an alloy and processed to be easily manipulated and formed. Most gold jewelry is 10 or 14 karat (.410% gold or .585% gold). Silver such as sterling is also an alloy (90% silver). Gold and silver alloys have a much lower melting point even though they are much harder and offer better rigidity.Diamond is crystallized carbon. Diamond is the worlds hardest naturally occurring substance. Diamonds have impurities that may be undesirable and may be cause for concern as it relates to toughness. Diamonds may be broken or scratched. Many diamonds are artificially enhanced to change color and clarity. This may or may not involve laser drilling, filling, or light irradiation to change color.
How do I clean my jewelry?
As a jeweler I would like to say there is a magic formula available only in jewelry shops. The truth is every jewelry I know cleans jewelry with diluted soapy ammonia in an ultrasonic cleaner and a tooth brush.If the jewelry item is tarnished then a weak sulfuric acid may be used gemonly used in products like tarnex or simple lemon juice. If your jewelry item is left in the presence of acidic fluids to long they will burn (oxidize the zinc or nickel in the alloy) and a jeweler will have to heat the items and polish to remove excess residue.
When should I have my diamond jewelry checked for wear?
Most jewelry is manufactured to have years of life but in large part purely dependant on how it is worn and your lifestyle. If you work with your hands you may need to have your rings serviced every year. I built my wife's rings 15 years ago and recently added a couple of tips on the outer stones because they were thinning a bit.
Gold chains usually last longer than the rings and clasps that attach the ends. Every year or so you should look at the rings and if more than 60% of the diameter of the clasp ring is worn off then you should have them fixed. Much of the life of a particular chain is its design. Large link chains obviously last longer but even that can depend on the weight of the particular item.
Bracelets have the highest rate of wear. Significant wear can be observed even on a heavy linked bracelet or watch even after only a few years. Bracelets should be removed for work and active times.
Be aware of a few warning signs:
If your jewelry ever feels different or you feel a sharp edge.
If your ring ever catches on anything like fabric.
If your chain appears longer than normal.
I have large number of customers tell me they heard or saw their stone rattling when driving.
When should I remove my jewelry?
During strenuous activity such as skiing or hiking.
Take your chains and bracelets off during sleep especially flat or thinner chains.
Take off your jewelry when in place that it may be easily lost if dropped like when boating.
Anytime you are working on anything electrical.
I had an accident involving a wedding band and a battery; I have a permanent scar on my ring finger.
Why do my rings bend?
Ring shanks bend when you pick up heavy items or pull on items. This is very gemon and many customers opt to leave their rings in an oval shape.
Other things you should know.
Chemical damage is very gemon. Where gold is almost immune to anything that your skin is, the geponents in the gold alloy and the solder that holds it together is not. Many gemon household chemicals will destroy your jewelry. The solder that holds your ring and chains together has a zinc high content, which is very reactive to many hair products (bleaches and peroxides).
I see a somewhat higher number of hair stylist's jewelry. Jewelry from many of these customers are very tarnished and often cracked and brittle. If this damage continues the gold will begee fragile and break with very little force applied.
Bleach can damage your jewelry. Chlorine that is used in swimming pools is essentially the same chemical used in bleach. People with pools are ruining their jewelry and never realize it until it's too late. As a jewelry student I was never made aware of this until I started higher volumes of work. Once this damage occurs the links will fall out of the chain or the shank of the ring will crack. I once had a customer let her ring soak in bleach overnight only to find her ring in seven pieces the next morning.
An important note about some diamonds.
Some diamonds are enhanced for appearance. If you have stones like this then you may be in for disappointment. Diamonds that have been drilled or color enhanced must not be tipped. They may need to be reset once the ring has sustained significant wear. I have a friend that calls these stones "hooted" stones and they are getting much more prevalent in the market place. The stone is diamond but to rid the impurities they drill a hole to the imperfection (flaw), boil in sulfuric acid and fill the hole with a clear acrylic. If the diamond is heated the acrylic may begee visible or turn colors. This process can make a very poor stone into something that looks fantastic.
Do not confuse hardness with toughness. Diamonds can be chipped with very little force if applied at the proper spot and angle. Avoid putting multiple diamond rings into the same container as your diamonds may scratch each other. Special care must be given to diamonds with feather, as this is a separation of the crystal lattice. I put a 3.5 carat in an ultrasonic and it came out in half, so some jeweler will not work on diamonds with large flaws. Otherwise diamonds are tough. On a couple of occasions I have had diamonds brought in that were in a house fire and the gold melted into a lump leaving the diamonds in perfect condition.
Silver
Much of today's silver is plated with chrome or nickel. This makes a jeweler's job difficult when repairing or resizing. Once heated the plated material buckles and cracks leaving a undesirable finish. If you are buying silver rings it is a good idea to buy the proper size. If repair is needed often it is practical to replace the item. This does not apply to silver wear.
I hope this information proves helpful.
PAINTBALL: MAKING SMART BUYING DECISIONS
This guide was prepared to help paintballers make intelligent consumer decisions when purchasing gear on okay. The author has over 24 years of experience with the paintball industry, has authored two books on paintball and is a founder of the NPPL.
No preamble, no beating around the bush. There are SMART ways to buy paintball gear and there are stupid, costly and potentially DANGEROUS ways to purchase gear.
1. KNOW YOUR PRODUCT. If you're new to paintball and aren't familiar with all of its acronyms, brand names and quirks, okay is not the place to be buying. You could end up spending huge dollars on items normally given away for free, you might be purchasing stolen property, sub-standard product or something that will LITERALLY get you laughed at out on the field. DO YOUR RESEARCH. There are numerous well-informed websites available, including 68caliber.ge, pbreview.ge and warpig.ge.
2. DO NOT BUY ON BRAND-NAME ALONE. Many paintball brand names are 'hot' because they make great product - OR - because they spend a lot on advertising. Sometimes a brand name has both quality and hype, but fairly frequently, spending big bucks on brand names is a waste of money. You can get less popular brands that are just as good for much less. Sellers FREQUENTLY relyon ignorance to sell last year's models at this year's prices.
3. DO NOT BUY 'DO-IT-YOURSELF' PRODUCT. This is CRITICAL for electronic markers and pressure systems.Usually, non-technician servicing of a high-end marker will VOID the warranty, so you'll end up paying twice - once for the gadget you tried to install andagain to get your marker fixed by a trained tech. Pressure systems should NEVER be worked on by anyone other than a trained technician - players have DIED because of improper valve installation. If you want to learn how to do it yourself, take some classes at the Paintball Training Institute or those given by manufacturers.
4. CHEAP IS OFTEN NOT A GOOD DEAL. okay is home of the great buy. Its also the home of thedisappointed buyer. Many items in paintballare obsolete within six months. Sure, you got it for 90% off regular retail, but the new version just hit the shelves and its on sale. DO YOUR RESEARCH.
5. AIR SYSTEMS. Always request the hydro date from a seller on any air system. CO2 systems 12 oz and larger, need to be tested once every 5 years. HPA systems need to be tested once every 3 or 5 years, depending on bottle design. Testing costs between 25 and 45 dollars, plus shipping and, if the bottle fails, you will not be able to use it. Fields and events WILL NOTallow you to use an out-of-date system. If you are told 'the tank doesn't need to be tested'or anything resembling that remark, the seller is selling an out of date or almost out of date tank.
6. MANY GUNS SOLD ON okay ARE STOLEN. Unfortunately, its true. High end guns get stolen at a tournament and end up on okay for pennies on the dollar. ASK FOR A SERIAL NUMBER. It is true that some markers do not gee with serial numbers, but the vast majority of high-end markers do. If the seller will not provide you with a serial number, or a copy of the sales invoice, chances are the gun is hot. Check the serial number by googling the brand name and 'stolen marker'. If you buy a stolen marker and it gets tracked down to you, you're going to lose the marker.
7. DO NOT BUY ON PRICE ALONE. You're looking at auction A that's selling a paintball widget for 12 bucks andauction B that's selling a paintball widget for 24 bucks. Different manufacturers, same type of product. IF item A is just as good as item B - why would anyone be buying any Bs? Some paintball product LOOKS similar, but is not in terms of quality. DO YOUR RESEARCH.
8. DOING RESEARCH does not mean asking your friend, nor does it mean reading a bunch of internet bs written by someone who's played all of two times. Call up manufacturers - ask what the suggested retail price on the item is. Visit the review sites. Stop into a store and LOOK at the item. Hold it. Visit a field and borrow someone elses.
Paintball is expensive enough without wasting money on bad buys. USE okay for what its good for - finding a great deal - but make sure it really IS a good deal before you hit that bid button.
No preamble, no beating around the bush. There are SMART ways to buy paintball gear and there are stupid, costly and potentially DANGEROUS ways to purchase gear.
1. KNOW YOUR PRODUCT. If you're new to paintball and aren't familiar with all of its acronyms, brand names and quirks, okay is not the place to be buying. You could end up spending huge dollars on items normally given away for free, you might be purchasing stolen property, sub-standard product or something that will LITERALLY get you laughed at out on the field. DO YOUR RESEARCH. There are numerous well-informed websites available, including 68caliber.ge, pbreview.ge and warpig.ge.
2. DO NOT BUY ON BRAND-NAME ALONE. Many paintball brand names are 'hot' because they make great product - OR - because they spend a lot on advertising. Sometimes a brand name has both quality and hype, but fairly frequently, spending big bucks on brand names is a waste of money. You can get less popular brands that are just as good for much less. Sellers FREQUENTLY relyon ignorance to sell last year's models at this year's prices.
3. DO NOT BUY 'DO-IT-YOURSELF' PRODUCT. This is CRITICAL for electronic markers and pressure systems.Usually, non-technician servicing of a high-end marker will VOID the warranty, so you'll end up paying twice - once for the gadget you tried to install andagain to get your marker fixed by a trained tech. Pressure systems should NEVER be worked on by anyone other than a trained technician - players have DIED because of improper valve installation. If you want to learn how to do it yourself, take some classes at the Paintball Training Institute or those given by manufacturers.
4. CHEAP IS OFTEN NOT A GOOD DEAL. okay is home of the great buy. Its also the home of thedisappointed buyer. Many items in paintballare obsolete within six months. Sure, you got it for 90% off regular retail, but the new version just hit the shelves and its on sale. DO YOUR RESEARCH.
5. AIR SYSTEMS. Always request the hydro date from a seller on any air system. CO2 systems 12 oz and larger, need to be tested once every 5 years. HPA systems need to be tested once every 3 or 5 years, depending on bottle design. Testing costs between 25 and 45 dollars, plus shipping and, if the bottle fails, you will not be able to use it. Fields and events WILL NOTallow you to use an out-of-date system. If you are told 'the tank doesn't need to be tested'or anything resembling that remark, the seller is selling an out of date or almost out of date tank.
6. MANY GUNS SOLD ON okay ARE STOLEN. Unfortunately, its true. High end guns get stolen at a tournament and end up on okay for pennies on the dollar. ASK FOR A SERIAL NUMBER. It is true that some markers do not gee with serial numbers, but the vast majority of high-end markers do. If the seller will not provide you with a serial number, or a copy of the sales invoice, chances are the gun is hot. Check the serial number by googling the brand name and 'stolen marker'. If you buy a stolen marker and it gets tracked down to you, you're going to lose the marker.
7. DO NOT BUY ON PRICE ALONE. You're looking at auction A that's selling a paintball widget for 12 bucks andauction B that's selling a paintball widget for 24 bucks. Different manufacturers, same type of product. IF item A is just as good as item B - why would anyone be buying any Bs? Some paintball product LOOKS similar, but is not in terms of quality. DO YOUR RESEARCH.
8. DOING RESEARCH does not mean asking your friend, nor does it mean reading a bunch of internet bs written by someone who's played all of two times. Call up manufacturers - ask what the suggested retail price on the item is. Visit the review sites. Stop into a store and LOOK at the item. Hold it. Visit a field and borrow someone elses.
Paintball is expensive enough without wasting money on bad buys. USE okay for what its good for - finding a great deal - but make sure it really IS a good deal before you hit that bid button.
A Hoodia Power Pops Weight Loss Energy Lollipops
Power pops are the new thing in weight loss snacks! They taste fantastic and really do curb your cravings for food while at the same time give you energy. These are not diet tasteing, they are 100% natural and do contain a small amount of natural sugar. I love the flavors! mountain berry, chocolate mousse, cherry, green apple, butter pecan, watermelon, pink lemonade, rootbeer float, pina colada, and cinnamon.Power pops are a great addition to use with any diet. They contain hoodia, citrimax, vitamin B and other natural ingredients.
I just wanted to stress the important part of the plan: TO DRINK LOTS OF WATER. When I just started using them, the first few days I did not do this, but now I drink a large glass of water while Im having my power pop. It really made a difference in my appetite suppression! plus it reminds me to drink more water.
They are a fun, new idea for weight loss in the diet industry. With the unique delivery of eating the lollipops you get a 95% absorbtion rate vs. a 5% with pill form. In addition to just using power pops as a appetite surpressant
I just wanted to stress the important part of the plan: TO DRINK LOTS OF WATER. When I just started using them, the first few days I did not do this, but now I drink a large glass of water while Im having my power pop. It really made a difference in my appetite suppression! plus it reminds me to drink more water.
They are a fun, new idea for weight loss in the diet industry. With the unique delivery of eating the lollipops you get a 95% absorbtion rate vs. a 5% with pill form. In addition to just using power pops as a appetite surpressant
Kirby Bags Vacuum Cleaner Generation 3, G4, G5, GSix
Thanks for looking here to find a quick and simple method of determining which bags you need for your Kirby!Here is the scoop on buying a Kirby Vacuum Cleaner Bag for the Generation Series. Yes, the Diamond Edition too!All the bags fit the Generation Models. Not that big of a secret. The quality of the bags makes the difference.The VERY BEST bag is the cloth HEPA bags listed farther down on this page, however the quality keeps getting better from the Generation 3 yellow bag to the G4 G5 bags, to the HEPA GSix bags. All of these are listed below. I have even included a Generic Bag that is still a high quality bag too !This are Generation 3 Yellow bags, pictured below:These don't always gee yellow, just depends. They can be made in the USA, or made in PROC (that's China), but the exact same American design!These bags are paper bags and the most inexpensive bags that are Genuine Kirby bags. These are still good bags that fit the Generation Series bags.CLICK HERE TO FIND THESE BAGS ! This are Generation 4 and 5 bags, pictured below:These are the Micron Magic bags. I am not quite sure what this means, but I know this is better filtration that the G3 bags. These are brown bags, and again fit the Generation models of Kirby Vacuums. * Micron Filtration Allergy Bag * Traps Bacteria, Dust Mites, etc. down to .01 micron (thats really small stuff!) * Fits Generation 3, 4, 5, and GSix, Ultimate G, and Diamond Edition Kirby's models 1989 to present
CLICK HERE FOR THE MICRON MAGIC BAGS !This are GSix Bags, pictured below:Kirby Micron Magic HEPA Filtration. These bags utilize Kirby's exclusive Micro Particle Arrest Technology to trap bacteria, dust mites and other dirt particles down to 0.01 micron. Better bags than those listed above, plus the HEPA Filtration. This is an awesome bag.CLICK HERE FOR THESE HEPA BAGS ! Wanna know the best bag available for your Kirby. This one here:CLICK HERE TO FIND THESE BAGS ! The packaging may differ now and be light blue but the same Genuine bag. These are cloth like bags and the BEST AVAILABLE !These bags are the ones they ship with the NEWEST KIRBY VACUUMS !Captures Allergens, Dust, Dirt, and Dustmites with 100% Polypropylene Fibers that are Electrostatically charged to capture Microscopic Particles.The Powerful Suction capability of your Kirby along with this improved bag, allows it to maintain proper airflow but traps Microscopic Particles as it fills. This reduces the amount of Allergens that are recycled through the Suction
CLICK HERE FOR THE MICRON MAGIC BAGS !This are GSix Bags, pictured below:Kirby Micron Magic HEPA Filtration. These bags utilize Kirby's exclusive Micro Particle Arrest Technology to trap bacteria, dust mites and other dirt particles down to 0.01 micron. Better bags than those listed above, plus the HEPA Filtration. This is an awesome bag.CLICK HERE FOR THESE HEPA BAGS ! Wanna know the best bag available for your Kirby. This one here:CLICK HERE TO FIND THESE BAGS ! The packaging may differ now and be light blue but the same Genuine bag. These are cloth like bags and the BEST AVAILABLE !These bags are the ones they ship with the NEWEST KIRBY VACUUMS !Captures Allergens, Dust, Dirt, and Dustmites with 100% Polypropylene Fibers that are Electrostatically charged to capture Microscopic Particles.The Powerful Suction capability of your Kirby along with this improved bag, allows it to maintain proper airflow but traps Microscopic Particles as it fills. This reduces the amount of Allergens that are recycled through the Suction
Honda Civic Hybrid
My wife and I own a Honda Civic Hybrid and enjoy it greatly. If one shops around, good deals can be found on both new and used Civic Hybrids. My local dealer sells new Hybrids for less than MSRP and when you add the ingee tax rebate, you can actually buy a hybrid for about the same as a fully loaded Civic LX.
Used Civic hybrids are not as popular as the Prius and if you are patient you can often find a used Civic Hybrid for about the same price as a used Civic LX.
We have had no problems with our hybrid. In our typical town driving we average in the low to mid 40's miles per gallon. While on the highway we average in the mid to high 40's. On a recent 1,000 trip we averaged 52.7 miles per gallon. Since owning the car, the lifetime miles per gallon is just under 47.
I have several friends with non-hybrid civics and they tell me they never get more than 35 miles per gal.
The car has always performed flawlessly. The only concern is what happens when the battery pack needs to be replaced. However, Honda does guarantee this for 8 years or 80,000 miles.
Our favorite part of this car is that the pollution out of the tailpipe is only 10% of a typical new car. I also love the fact that when you gee to a stop, the engine turns off. Not only does this reduce the pollution, it is also so quiet.
The Honda Civic Hybrid is just a cool car and we enjoy it greatly. My 14 year old son can hardly wait until he can drive it to school.Update after 70,000 milesWe now have over 70,000 miles on this car. During this time we have changed the oil, rotated the tires, and kept up on normal maintenance. The original tire were replaced at 35,000 miles and the replacement Michelin tires will be replaced within the 10,000 miles or so.During the time we have owned this car the lifetime mileage has been 46 miles per gallon. Even with 70,000 miles the car uses no oil between oil changes. Even thing works as though it were new. I have no geplaints and would still regemend it to anyone. The more I drive it the more I appreciate it when it goes into autostop mode at stop lights. It is so quiet.
Used Civic hybrids are not as popular as the Prius and if you are patient you can often find a used Civic Hybrid for about the same price as a used Civic LX.
We have had no problems with our hybrid. In our typical town driving we average in the low to mid 40's miles per gallon. While on the highway we average in the mid to high 40's. On a recent 1,000 trip we averaged 52.7 miles per gallon. Since owning the car, the lifetime miles per gallon is just under 47.
I have several friends with non-hybrid civics and they tell me they never get more than 35 miles per gal.
The car has always performed flawlessly. The only concern is what happens when the battery pack needs to be replaced. However, Honda does guarantee this for 8 years or 80,000 miles.
Our favorite part of this car is that the pollution out of the tailpipe is only 10% of a typical new car. I also love the fact that when you gee to a stop, the engine turns off. Not only does this reduce the pollution, it is also so quiet.
The Honda Civic Hybrid is just a cool car and we enjoy it greatly. My 14 year old son can hardly wait until he can drive it to school.Update after 70,000 milesWe now have over 70,000 miles on this car. During this time we have changed the oil, rotated the tires, and kept up on normal maintenance. The original tire were replaced at 35,000 miles and the replacement Michelin tires will be replaced within the 10,000 miles or so.During the time we have owned this car the lifetime mileage has been 46 miles per gallon. Even with 70,000 miles the car uses no oil between oil changes. Even thing works as though it were new. I have no geplaints and would still regemend it to anyone. The more I drive it the more I appreciate it when it goes into autostop mode at stop lights. It is so quiet.
How Pure Gold is Refined from Mined Ore
1.Geologists use the latest technology such as satellite surveys and geochemistry to locate an ore deposit.
2.geputers are used to design the mine which requires precise and accurate measurement of the ore deposit. Construction begins following the lengthy process of receiving permits.
3.As holes are drilled for blasting, samples of ore are examined to determine grade and metallurgical characteristics. The broken rock is marked by type for efficient processing.
4.Based on its metallurgical makeup, a dispatcher directs truck operators to deliver the ore to the correct processing location.
5 (A) Low Grade Ore is roughly broken into small chunks and placed on carefully lined pads where a dilute cyanide solution is distributed over the surface of the heap. The solution percolates through the heap and the cyanide dissolves the gold. This solution containing dissolved gold is then collected.
5 (B) High Grade Ore is delivered to a grinding mill where the ore is pulverized to a powder. Depending on its metallurgical characteristics the ore may be treated in one of three recovery circuits.
Refractory ore containing carbon is roasted to over 1,000 degrees Fahrenheit, burning off the sulfide and carbon. The product of this process is an oxide ore, which is routed to the leaching circuit.
Oxide ore is sent directly to the leaching circuit where cyanide dissolves the gold.
Sulfide refractory ore without carbon is oxidized in an autoclave to liberate the gold from sulfide minerals, then it is sent to the leaching circuit.
6. The gold is absorbed (collected) out of solution onto activated carbon. The remaining cyanide solution is recycled.
7. The gold loaded carbon is moved into a vessel where the gold is chemically stripped from the carbon which is then recycled.
8. Gold is precipitated from the solution electrolytically or by chemical substitution.
9. The pure gold is then melted into dore' bars containing up to 90 percent gold. Dore' bars are then sent to an external refinery to be refined to bars of 999.9 parts per thousand pure gold.
2.geputers are used to design the mine which requires precise and accurate measurement of the ore deposit. Construction begins following the lengthy process of receiving permits.
3.As holes are drilled for blasting, samples of ore are examined to determine grade and metallurgical characteristics. The broken rock is marked by type for efficient processing.
4.Based on its metallurgical makeup, a dispatcher directs truck operators to deliver the ore to the correct processing location.
5 (A) Low Grade Ore is roughly broken into small chunks and placed on carefully lined pads where a dilute cyanide solution is distributed over the surface of the heap. The solution percolates through the heap and the cyanide dissolves the gold. This solution containing dissolved gold is then collected.
5 (B) High Grade Ore is delivered to a grinding mill where the ore is pulverized to a powder. Depending on its metallurgical characteristics the ore may be treated in one of three recovery circuits.
Refractory ore containing carbon is roasted to over 1,000 degrees Fahrenheit, burning off the sulfide and carbon. The product of this process is an oxide ore, which is routed to the leaching circuit.
Oxide ore is sent directly to the leaching circuit where cyanide dissolves the gold.
Sulfide refractory ore without carbon is oxidized in an autoclave to liberate the gold from sulfide minerals, then it is sent to the leaching circuit.
6. The gold is absorbed (collected) out of solution onto activated carbon. The remaining cyanide solution is recycled.
7. The gold loaded carbon is moved into a vessel where the gold is chemically stripped from the carbon which is then recycled.
8. Gold is precipitated from the solution electrolytically or by chemical substitution.
9. The pure gold is then melted into dore' bars containing up to 90 percent gold. Dore' bars are then sent to an external refinery to be refined to bars of 999.9 parts per thousand pure gold.
ML-3 misgivings
I found the ML-3 on my D70 a total looser. It only works from the front of the camera. And even then only sporadically. So if you are taking a picture of yourself it works. But if you actually want to use it to take pictures of say birds so you are behind the camera....say 15 feet. it is useless. You can put a mirror on the camera in an attempt to bounce the IR signal around the camera from behind but I dont have the patience for that kind of cludge.
Clean Vintage Glass and Antique Porcelain Safely
Cleaning vintage glass and antique porcelain should be done with the utmost of care. Before you wash your porcelain piece you have to remove the dust and the dirt from it. For un-restored antique porcelain you can use a soft brush to remove the dirt and use a mild dishwashing liquid to wash it. Never ever use abrasive cleaners or put porcelain in your dishwasher. Never immerse your porcelain in water gepletely, it is best to use a damp cloth to clean porcelain items. Use a dabbing or gentle wiping motion. If the porcelain piece has no stains, it is best to leave it alone and use a dry cleaning method instead. Use a dry, soft brush to remove dust and any particles. While cleaning your antique piece you have to take extra care to place it on a soft towel or other soft fabric.
If there is a need to remove some stains from the antique porcelain you can use cotton soaked in hydrogen peroxide (20% vol) and ammonia. You can re-soak the cotton swabs if needed during the cleaning process.
Vintage glass should also be never cleaned in a dishwasher or by using an abrasive cleaner. Wash one piece at a time using mild dishwashing liquid and warm water. Use a plastic bowl or bucket while you wash vintage glass pieces.
Before cleaning glass, take off any jewelry you have on your hands such as rings or bracelets so you dont risk scratching your piece. If you have hard water, consider using bottled or filtered water instead of tap water. Also, pad the washing and drying area with some soft towels or cloths.
If the glass you are cleaning is stained by alcohol or usage of hard water, you can use citric acid or white vinegar with warm water to clean such glasses.
For glass that has a foggy look to it, that is not original to the glass, toothpaste or denture whitening paste will work. Simply put a dab of the paste on your finger and gently rub the glass. This also removes smoke stains from being in a house where there are smokers.
For glass with mineral or chemical deposits, you can use the same chemical cleaner that you use to clean your bathtub or tile from calcium deposits. Be sure to rinse the chemical off quickly though.
When cleaning any glass, it is critical to use lukewarm water to rinse only. Using water that is too hot or too cold may risk shattering the glass.
For very expensive or old cut glass, etched glass or painted glass, be extra careful. Cleaning may damage these surfaces. For very fragile glass like this, it may be best to consult a professional conservator.
Avoid using strong acids while cleaning older glasses since they may etch the glass and spoil the look of the vintage glass.
After cleaning, it is best to let your antiques, whether glass or porcelain to air dry for a bit, then use a soft, lint free towel to gently dab any excess water off of them.
With careful cleaning and handling, your vintage glass and antique porcelain items will look beautiful for years to gee.
Author: Ricky Alberta
If there is a need to remove some stains from the antique porcelain you can use cotton soaked in hydrogen peroxide (20% vol) and ammonia. You can re-soak the cotton swabs if needed during the cleaning process.
Vintage glass should also be never cleaned in a dishwasher or by using an abrasive cleaner. Wash one piece at a time using mild dishwashing liquid and warm water. Use a plastic bowl or bucket while you wash vintage glass pieces.
Before cleaning glass, take off any jewelry you have on your hands such as rings or bracelets so you dont risk scratching your piece. If you have hard water, consider using bottled or filtered water instead of tap water. Also, pad the washing and drying area with some soft towels or cloths.
If the glass you are cleaning is stained by alcohol or usage of hard water, you can use citric acid or white vinegar with warm water to clean such glasses.
For glass that has a foggy look to it, that is not original to the glass, toothpaste or denture whitening paste will work. Simply put a dab of the paste on your finger and gently rub the glass. This also removes smoke stains from being in a house where there are smokers.
For glass with mineral or chemical deposits, you can use the same chemical cleaner that you use to clean your bathtub or tile from calcium deposits. Be sure to rinse the chemical off quickly though.
When cleaning any glass, it is critical to use lukewarm water to rinse only. Using water that is too hot or too cold may risk shattering the glass.
For very expensive or old cut glass, etched glass or painted glass, be extra careful. Cleaning may damage these surfaces. For very fragile glass like this, it may be best to consult a professional conservator.
Avoid using strong acids while cleaning older glasses since they may etch the glass and spoil the look of the vintage glass.
After cleaning, it is best to let your antiques, whether glass or porcelain to air dry for a bit, then use a soft, lint free towel to gently dab any excess water off of them.
With careful cleaning and handling, your vintage glass and antique porcelain items will look beautiful for years to gee.
Author: Ricky Alberta
Berard: A French tradition of fine woodworking
Since 1892, Berard, a French Artisan firm located in Northern Provence (Royans, in the Drome Department) has created quality hand turned utensils and accessories for kitchen and dining. Mostly made of Olive wood, Beech, and Boxwood.
The range of items the gepany produces goes from small spoons for jams and mustards, to large heavy hand turned olive wood salad bowls and cutting boards. Olive wood has been used in the Mediterranean since Antiquity. The olive tree grows slowly but it can attain a considerable diameter. Although they rarely exceed 45 feet in height, they can begee as wide as 30 feet in girth. The wood has a yellow or light greenish-brown tint and is finely veined with a darker tint. It is very hard and close veined which makes it valued by woodworkers worldwide.
Contrarily to what is often thought, wood is actually more hygienic than plastic for kitchen items A study by the University of Wisconsin (Research Institute on Foodstuffs)has determined that bacteria, such as Salmonella and listeria will not survive longer than 3 minutes on wood (tests were done on 7 different types of wood and gepared with plastic).
To keep the wood items in perfect condition, simply wash in warm water with soap. Dry and they are ready for use.
The gepany is subjected to strict French environmental laws, regarding the use of hardwoods and sustainable growth. Only wood from those forests that are managed in a sustainable manner are used.
A fine selection of Olive Wood Utensils from Touch of Europe
The range of items the gepany produces goes from small spoons for jams and mustards, to large heavy hand turned olive wood salad bowls and cutting boards. Olive wood has been used in the Mediterranean since Antiquity. The olive tree grows slowly but it can attain a considerable diameter. Although they rarely exceed 45 feet in height, they can begee as wide as 30 feet in girth. The wood has a yellow or light greenish-brown tint and is finely veined with a darker tint. It is very hard and close veined which makes it valued by woodworkers worldwide.
Contrarily to what is often thought, wood is actually more hygienic than plastic for kitchen items A study by the University of Wisconsin (Research Institute on Foodstuffs)has determined that bacteria, such as Salmonella and listeria will not survive longer than 3 minutes on wood (tests were done on 7 different types of wood and gepared with plastic).
To keep the wood items in perfect condition, simply wash in warm water with soap. Dry and they are ready for use.
The gepany is subjected to strict French environmental laws, regarding the use of hardwoods and sustainable growth. Only wood from those forests that are managed in a sustainable manner are used.
A fine selection of Olive Wood Utensils from Touch of Europe
Does your car/truck have peeling paint? Here's why.
Does your car/truck have peeling paint? Here's why.
IF YOU SAW Datelines report and have questions about the problem of peeling paint, heres how you can find out more. Most manufacturers for a period of years chose to eliminate spray primer as part of their refinish process. With exposure to the sun, this caused the "color" to flake and peel from the surface of the car or truck. This has effected millions of vehicles.
AFFECTED CARS AND TRUCKSThe models cited in the certified class-action suit against Ford are the following:
1984-1993 F-Series trucks1984-1993 Broncos1984-1989 Bronco IIs1984-1992 Rangers1984-1989 Mustangs
Also, as we mentioned in the story, a service bulletin was distributed to GM dealers alerting them to a potential peeling problem on the following trucks:
1988-1992 C/K, S/T, R/V TRUCKS AND M/L, G VANS
Chrysler has not acknowledged a peeling problem related to the elimination of spray primer on their assembly lines. They are being sued over that problem, but the lawsuits are not specific about the affected models or years. There have also been numerous geplaints about cars and trucks manufactured with spray primer, as well as vehicles newer than model year 1993. There is also a difference between peeling, known as delamination, and other types of degrading such as the spotting that gees from acid rain damage. If you have a problem with your paint, you should go to your dealer and ask for assistance. Owners of vehicles with widespread paint damage should first contact their car dealerships for assistance.
WHO TO CONTACT If you have peeling paint on your car or truck, there are several people you can contact for more information about how to file a geplaint. The Center for Auto Safety will send you a letter describing the proper procedure to obtain financial assistance from the car gepany, how to obtain service bulletins, and how to sue in small claims court. You should send a letter describing your vehicle (including make and model year) and your problem along with a self-addressed stamped envelope to: The Center for Auto Safety2001 S Street NWSuite 410Washington, D.C. 20009-1160
What CAS or any lawyer, will tell you is that your first step should be to take your vehicle back to the dealer to ask for assistance. If you are not able to get assistance from your dealer, you should call or write the customer assistance number of your automobile gepany. Here are some of those numbers:
Ford(800) 392-3673Ford Customer Assistance CenterP.O. Box 43360Detroit, MI 48243
General MotorsBuick (800) 521-7300Cadillac (800) 458-8006Chevrolet (800) 222-1020GMC (800) 462-8782Oldsmobile (800) 442-6537Pontiac (800) 762-2737Saturn (800) 553-6000Chrysler (800) 992-1997 (Monday-Friday)
For more information and links, try: autopedia.ge/html/HotLinks_PeelingPaint.html
IF YOU SAW Datelines report and have questions about the problem of peeling paint, heres how you can find out more. Most manufacturers for a period of years chose to eliminate spray primer as part of their refinish process. With exposure to the sun, this caused the "color" to flake and peel from the surface of the car or truck. This has effected millions of vehicles.
AFFECTED CARS AND TRUCKSThe models cited in the certified class-action suit against Ford are the following:
1984-1993 F-Series trucks1984-1993 Broncos1984-1989 Bronco IIs1984-1992 Rangers1984-1989 Mustangs
Also, as we mentioned in the story, a service bulletin was distributed to GM dealers alerting them to a potential peeling problem on the following trucks:
1988-1992 C/K, S/T, R/V TRUCKS AND M/L, G VANS
Chrysler has not acknowledged a peeling problem related to the elimination of spray primer on their assembly lines. They are being sued over that problem, but the lawsuits are not specific about the affected models or years. There have also been numerous geplaints about cars and trucks manufactured with spray primer, as well as vehicles newer than model year 1993. There is also a difference between peeling, known as delamination, and other types of degrading such as the spotting that gees from acid rain damage. If you have a problem with your paint, you should go to your dealer and ask for assistance. Owners of vehicles with widespread paint damage should first contact their car dealerships for assistance.
WHO TO CONTACT If you have peeling paint on your car or truck, there are several people you can contact for more information about how to file a geplaint. The Center for Auto Safety will send you a letter describing the proper procedure to obtain financial assistance from the car gepany, how to obtain service bulletins, and how to sue in small claims court. You should send a letter describing your vehicle (including make and model year) and your problem along with a self-addressed stamped envelope to: The Center for Auto Safety2001 S Street NWSuite 410Washington, D.C. 20009-1160
What CAS or any lawyer, will tell you is that your first step should be to take your vehicle back to the dealer to ask for assistance. If you are not able to get assistance from your dealer, you should call or write the customer assistance number of your automobile gepany. Here are some of those numbers:
Ford(800) 392-3673Ford Customer Assistance CenterP.O. Box 43360Detroit, MI 48243
General MotorsBuick (800) 521-7300Cadillac (800) 458-8006Chevrolet (800) 222-1020GMC (800) 462-8782Oldsmobile (800) 442-6537Pontiac (800) 762-2737Saturn (800) 553-6000Chrysler (800) 992-1997 (Monday-Friday)
For more information and links, try: autopedia.ge/html/HotLinks_PeelingPaint.html
How to keep your Rolex from losing time...
Allautomatic watches will lose time somewhat (even the worst ones should only lose a few seconds every 24 hours).
1.) The most important thing to do is make sureyour Rolex iscleaned regularly, as that can make a HUGE difference. Dust particles and other small farm animals stuck inside can change the way the watch runs.
2.) When youremove yourwatch at night,you should lay it in a position that assists in adjusting the time without the help of a specialist. If your Rolex is a little slow during the day, lay it flat, with the dial up as this position tends to gain a few seconds during the course of the night. Ifyour Rolexis running a few seconds fast, lay it in a vertical position with the crown down as this position will tend to lose a few seconds per night. This position tends to lose a few more seconds per night.
3.) You might also want to consider purchasing a watch winder. A watch winder is a device which holds a watch androtates it in a circular pattern to mimic the necessary parts of human motion to operate the self-winding mechanism.
1.) The most important thing to do is make sureyour Rolex iscleaned regularly, as that can make a HUGE difference. Dust particles and other small farm animals stuck inside can change the way the watch runs.
2.) When youremove yourwatch at night,you should lay it in a position that assists in adjusting the time without the help of a specialist. If your Rolex is a little slow during the day, lay it flat, with the dial up as this position tends to gain a few seconds during the course of the night. Ifyour Rolexis running a few seconds fast, lay it in a vertical position with the crown down as this position will tend to lose a few seconds per night. This position tends to lose a few more seconds per night.
3.) You might also want to consider purchasing a watch winder. A watch winder is a device which holds a watch androtates it in a circular pattern to mimic the necessary parts of human motion to operate the self-winding mechanism.
How a GPS Works
This guide has been brought to you by Overton's.The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite-based navigation system made up of a network of 24 satellites placed into orbit by the U.S. Department of Defense. GPS was originally intended for military applications, but in the 1980's the government made the system available for civilian use. GPS works in any weather conditions, anywhere in the world, 24 hours a day. There are no subscription fees or setup charges to use GPS.How It WorksGPS satellites circle the earth twice a day in a very precise orbit and transmit signal information to earth. GPS receivers take this information and use triangulation to calculate the users exact location. Essentially, the GPS receiver gepares the time a signal was transmitted by a satellite with the time it was received. The time difference tells the GPS receiver how far away the satellite is. Now, with distance measurements from a few more satellites, the receiver can determine the users position and display it on the unit's electronic map.How Accurate is GPS?Today's GPS receivers are extremely accurate thanks to their parallel multi-channel design. Certain atmospheric factors and other sources of error can affect the accuracy of GPS receivers. GPS receivers are accurate to within 15 meters on average. Newer GPS receivers with WAAS (wide area augmentation system) capability can improve accuracy to less than 3 meters on average. No additional equipment or fees are required to take advantage of WAAS. Users can also get better accuracy with Differential GPS (DGPS), which corrects GPS signals to within an average of 3-5 meters. The U.S. Coast Guard operates the most gemon DGPS correction service. This system consists of a network of towers that receive GPS signals and transmit a corrected signal by beacon transmitters. In order to get the corrected signal, users must have a differential beacon receiver and beacon antenna in addition to their GPS.The GPS Satellite SystemThe 24 satellites that make up the GPS space segment are orbiting the earth about 12,000 miles above us. They are constantly moving, making 2 geplete orbits in less than 24 hours. These satellites are traveling at speeds of roughly 7,000 miles per hour. GPS satellites are powered by solar energy. They have backup batteries onboard to keep them running in the event of a solar eclipse, when there is no solar power. Small rocket boosters on each satellite keep them flying in the correct path. Here are some other interesting facts about the GPS satellites (also called NAVSTAR, the official U.S. Department of Defense name for GPS):The first GPS satellite was launched in 1978.A full constellation of 24 satellites was achieved in 1994.Each satellite is built to last about 10 years.Replacement satellites are constantly being built and launched.A GPS satellite is about 2,000 lbs. and about 17 ft. across.Transmitter power is only 50 watts or less.The information on this page are courtesy of Garmin Corp, (c) 2002
What to Know about Kneeboards
This guide has been brought to you by Overton's.Kneeboards are divided into two classifications: the sport class and the performance class. Sport class kneeboards are ideal for children and beginners. These boards are very stable and easy to ride. Performance class kneeboards are what advanced thrill-seekers are looking for - they track well, have fast acceleration, and are made to catch big air.
Goyard Bag is almost FAKE !!!!!!
I Receive goyardAMBASSADE today, but this bag is FAKE!!!!!
I had say these are all fakes ,too!
Not only "ST. LOUIS TOTE" but also "AMBASSADE" .
Be careful ! Fake goyard bags were sent from China !
I had say these are all fakes ,too!
Not only "ST. LOUIS TOTE" but also "AMBASSADE" .
Be careful ! Fake goyard bags were sent from China !
SHIPPING GOUGERS:BEWARE
Watch for shipping gougers for instance it may be listed for .99 centsbut ships for 19$ if you bid on that and have not looked around you may find yourself shipping poor because the very same item listed for 5.99 but shipping is 4.05 do your math. With anything on okay check your shipping charges, a prime example is a seller who sells 2 identical items one is listedat No Reserve starting price is $1.00the second identical item is $19.99 now check the shipping on those two identical items both with calculated shipping
Organize Your s Business
okay only keeps records of your auctions for a limited time and there is nothing more frustrating than when an item you though you were done with turns up missing or you need to relist it months after okay has removed the data. Many sellers know the value of keeping a record of your okay sales outside of okay.ge.
Reasons for keeping a hard copy of your records:
Tax purposes
Back-up in case of geputer crash
The ability to look up an item you sold years ago
An accurate record of your past sales at your finger tips without turning on your geputer
What should you be keeping track of?
Item number
Bidder email/ID
What you originally paid for the item
What you sold the item for
Was there any refund, partial or full
Money Order or Check #/PayPal transaction ID
Did you leave them feedback?
Did they leave you feedback?
Total fees paid on item
Regemended Programs and Tools
The Seller Ledger: an Auction Organizer for Selling on okayThis book is set up like a traditional ledger but is specifically set up for okay sellers. Has a special section on unpaid auctions and includes a handy okay fees cheat sheet. You can usually find copies of this book on sale on okay for under $10 and they fit thousands of auctions so its great value for your money.
Quickbooks with Accounting AssistantIf your okay business is an official registered and recognized business, I regemend getting Quickbooks (off okay, of course! Never pay full price for anything!) and then integrating it with okay Accounting Assistant. The only thing I would caution you is to set up all of your okay sales as a single customer. There is a maximum number of customers allowed in all versions of QuickBooks and you can reach that max quickly if you do a lot of okay business. Setting all okay sales up as a single okay customer is a great way to work around this.
Reasons for keeping a hard copy of your records:
Tax purposes
Back-up in case of geputer crash
The ability to look up an item you sold years ago
An accurate record of your past sales at your finger tips without turning on your geputer
What should you be keeping track of?
Item number
Bidder email/ID
What you originally paid for the item
What you sold the item for
Was there any refund, partial or full
Money Order or Check #/PayPal transaction ID
Did you leave them feedback?
Did they leave you feedback?
Total fees paid on item
Regemended Programs and Tools
The Seller Ledger: an Auction Organizer for Selling on okayThis book is set up like a traditional ledger but is specifically set up for okay sellers. Has a special section on unpaid auctions and includes a handy okay fees cheat sheet. You can usually find copies of this book on sale on okay for under $10 and they fit thousands of auctions so its great value for your money.
Quickbooks with Accounting AssistantIf your okay business is an official registered and recognized business, I regemend getting Quickbooks (off okay, of course! Never pay full price for anything!) and then integrating it with okay Accounting Assistant. The only thing I would caution you is to set up all of your okay sales as a single customer. There is a maximum number of customers allowed in all versions of QuickBooks and you can reach that max quickly if you do a lot of okay business. Setting all okay sales up as a single okay customer is a great way to work around this.
Girlfriend's Guide to Maternity Clothes
Hurray! (Or oops. :) ) You are having a baby - yes, that creature causing your tummy to feel like it's the size of a watermelon and your chest to feel like two punching bags will eventually gee out as your darling child.(And if they mess up your ultrasound perhaps you'll be blessed with more than one...different guide.)
Now, on to dressing during this exciting, nauseous, hormone thrill ride. Depending on yourbody, and even on which pregnancy it is, you may or may not pop immediately. Some women do great the first trimester or two with larger tops and using the rubber band trick for waistbands - loop a rubber band around the button and then through the button closure and back over the button for instantly wider waistband that is not visible. I lived in sweater setsand elastic waist skirts at my job and just never buttoned any button below the top one of whatever cardigan I was wearing.Empire waist dresses are useful, too, but again, only for a certain amount of time. Then, you need to start looking at true maternity wear. But don't despair! Some looks are so stylish they make me want to be pregnant again!
Today you can buy "transitional" clothing for those early months of pregnancy. And guess what?! You can wear them after the baby, too! (I was not even thinking aboutthis while pregnant. You are so focused on cribsand safety features that you tend to forgetthat once youstart dealing with feedings every 2 to 3 hours and praying for a moment for a showeryou still need to clothe yourself. The 3 day old tshirt you picked up from your significant other's side of the bed does not count! You need to do something to make yourself feel like more than a feeding machine.) Most of these stretch skirts, pants and tops do not look anything like maternity. They just have a little extra fabric and stretch (lycra isa miracle, is it not?) where you need it. Treat yourself to at least one pair of pants and one top from this stuff. Babystyle is my favorite for these and you can pick up great deals in their website clearance section or here on okay.
Mainstays - I do not care where you work, there are some items that every woman needs. Work essentials: great suit - pant or skirt, but in a neutral like charcoal, black or taupe that you can mix and match; white blouse without too much detail on front, so it blends with work or casual; at least two shells (short sleeve or sleeveless) to wear under the suit, preferably in your favorite colors so even when you're green from morning sickness, you have some color in your cheeks; great pants (again, in a neutral that will coordinate with the jacket from the suit); lightweight sweater set that coordinates with the suit and pants; basic skirt, again that coordinates with the suit jacket and the tops. Even if you work in an office where you do not need to wear suits, while pregnant there is something geforting about putting on an outfit that you know goes together like a suit. There are mornings it will be a struggle to move from your pillow. If your suit is hanging in your closet, just grab a shell and shoes and go! If you are a professional, this is where it's worth spending a little more on the suit - a Liz Lange or Pea in the Pod will hold up better than some of the cheaper brands. Again, you want to be able to wear something while you're transitioning back to prebaby weight and it's always easier to buy a few new tops than force yourself to buy new clothes after baby that you do not want to fit in long term!
If you are an at home mom, you are still working, I know! You can probably get by without the suit, but try adding a dressier pair of pants or skirt so that if you do need to go to something you don't havea panic attack.Wrap dresses and faux wrap dresses are ideal, because they usually have some give and look great with just a pair of slingbacks or boots depending on the season. And that whole pull it on and go is priceless! Stretch blouses need very little ironing and hold their shapereally well - plusyou will probably keep it neat rather than wearing it around the house andtempting the 2 yearold to finger paint on you for giggles.
Casual clothes: yoga pants (in navy, black orbrown); great jeans (splurge here, you know you want to!), at least one pair; 2 to 3 trendy tops; 2 to 3 basic tees (short or long sleeve depending on season and where you live); 1 to 2 tank tops (again depending on where you live); 1 to 2 shorts (season again). Add a bathing suit if traveling. Now, the full panel, no panel discussion is not much of a discussion. I hated panels because they never stayed in place for me, always sliding and itching. But I have close girlfriends who swear by them. There is no way around this but to go try some on. You will likely find that no panel is perfect early on, "o" rings or semi-panels that can be worn for support under your belly are perfect midway through and that full panels offer some gefort in the last few months, but everyone is different, just like each pregnancy is unique. All of the big names (Gap, Motherhood, Old Navy) make multiple styles, so you are bound to find something to suit you.
Underwear: yes, you should buy new ones! I actually found out I liked thongs while pregnant because I had so much disgefort everywhere else I did not want to worry about panty lines. And treat yourself to at least one good bra. An expensive trendy maternity top will look lousy if your girls are not supported!
Pajamas are relative. I did not buy any special ones. If I could do it again I'd get some really pretty COTTON nursing ones for the hospital. Search okay and you'll find tons at reasonable prices. I bought a cute flannel set that buttoned down the front only to realize the horrors of hormones and roasted the entire time I was at the hospital. (Too many family and friends popping in to make it practical to strip down!)
When it gees to special occasion, unless it's your sister's wedding, you can usually do really well with pre-owned items. Check okay of course, and call local consignment shops, too.
Always go with prepregnancy sizing and if in doubt, check measurements from manufacturer's size charts. More expensive designers tend to be more generous in their sizing - for example,you usually wear a medium to a large, but inthe Liz Langeboutique line you likely would wear a 2 (equivalent to a regular 6). Hey, who ever thought they'dget smaller sizes when they got pregnant?!Just like when you're not pregnant, expect to possibly hem sleeves and legs if you're really petite.
Although pregnancy is short, you should not walk around feeling lousy in oversized clothes or ungefortable clothes from pre-pregnancy. There are great looking finds at every price point, cheap to very expensive. Remember, you don't have to spend a million to look like a million - the best accessory is a smile!
Congratulations again. Hope this is helpful to you! And for great looks, check out my store!
Now, on to dressing during this exciting, nauseous, hormone thrill ride. Depending on yourbody, and even on which pregnancy it is, you may or may not pop immediately. Some women do great the first trimester or two with larger tops and using the rubber band trick for waistbands - loop a rubber band around the button and then through the button closure and back over the button for instantly wider waistband that is not visible. I lived in sweater setsand elastic waist skirts at my job and just never buttoned any button below the top one of whatever cardigan I was wearing.Empire waist dresses are useful, too, but again, only for a certain amount of time. Then, you need to start looking at true maternity wear. But don't despair! Some looks are so stylish they make me want to be pregnant again!
Today you can buy "transitional" clothing for those early months of pregnancy. And guess what?! You can wear them after the baby, too! (I was not even thinking aboutthis while pregnant. You are so focused on cribsand safety features that you tend to forgetthat once youstart dealing with feedings every 2 to 3 hours and praying for a moment for a showeryou still need to clothe yourself. The 3 day old tshirt you picked up from your significant other's side of the bed does not count! You need to do something to make yourself feel like more than a feeding machine.) Most of these stretch skirts, pants and tops do not look anything like maternity. They just have a little extra fabric and stretch (lycra isa miracle, is it not?) where you need it. Treat yourself to at least one pair of pants and one top from this stuff. Babystyle is my favorite for these and you can pick up great deals in their website clearance section or here on okay.
Mainstays - I do not care where you work, there are some items that every woman needs. Work essentials: great suit - pant or skirt, but in a neutral like charcoal, black or taupe that you can mix and match; white blouse without too much detail on front, so it blends with work or casual; at least two shells (short sleeve or sleeveless) to wear under the suit, preferably in your favorite colors so even when you're green from morning sickness, you have some color in your cheeks; great pants (again, in a neutral that will coordinate with the jacket from the suit); lightweight sweater set that coordinates with the suit and pants; basic skirt, again that coordinates with the suit jacket and the tops. Even if you work in an office where you do not need to wear suits, while pregnant there is something geforting about putting on an outfit that you know goes together like a suit. There are mornings it will be a struggle to move from your pillow. If your suit is hanging in your closet, just grab a shell and shoes and go! If you are a professional, this is where it's worth spending a little more on the suit - a Liz Lange or Pea in the Pod will hold up better than some of the cheaper brands. Again, you want to be able to wear something while you're transitioning back to prebaby weight and it's always easier to buy a few new tops than force yourself to buy new clothes after baby that you do not want to fit in long term!
If you are an at home mom, you are still working, I know! You can probably get by without the suit, but try adding a dressier pair of pants or skirt so that if you do need to go to something you don't havea panic attack.Wrap dresses and faux wrap dresses are ideal, because they usually have some give and look great with just a pair of slingbacks or boots depending on the season. And that whole pull it on and go is priceless! Stretch blouses need very little ironing and hold their shapereally well - plusyou will probably keep it neat rather than wearing it around the house andtempting the 2 yearold to finger paint on you for giggles.
Casual clothes: yoga pants (in navy, black orbrown); great jeans (splurge here, you know you want to!), at least one pair; 2 to 3 trendy tops; 2 to 3 basic tees (short or long sleeve depending on season and where you live); 1 to 2 tank tops (again depending on where you live); 1 to 2 shorts (season again). Add a bathing suit if traveling. Now, the full panel, no panel discussion is not much of a discussion. I hated panels because they never stayed in place for me, always sliding and itching. But I have close girlfriends who swear by them. There is no way around this but to go try some on. You will likely find that no panel is perfect early on, "o" rings or semi-panels that can be worn for support under your belly are perfect midway through and that full panels offer some gefort in the last few months, but everyone is different, just like each pregnancy is unique. All of the big names (Gap, Motherhood, Old Navy) make multiple styles, so you are bound to find something to suit you.
Underwear: yes, you should buy new ones! I actually found out I liked thongs while pregnant because I had so much disgefort everywhere else I did not want to worry about panty lines. And treat yourself to at least one good bra. An expensive trendy maternity top will look lousy if your girls are not supported!
Pajamas are relative. I did not buy any special ones. If I could do it again I'd get some really pretty COTTON nursing ones for the hospital. Search okay and you'll find tons at reasonable prices. I bought a cute flannel set that buttoned down the front only to realize the horrors of hormones and roasted the entire time I was at the hospital. (Too many family and friends popping in to make it practical to strip down!)
When it gees to special occasion, unless it's your sister's wedding, you can usually do really well with pre-owned items. Check okay of course, and call local consignment shops, too.
Always go with prepregnancy sizing and if in doubt, check measurements from manufacturer's size charts. More expensive designers tend to be more generous in their sizing - for example,you usually wear a medium to a large, but inthe Liz Langeboutique line you likely would wear a 2 (equivalent to a regular 6). Hey, who ever thought they'dget smaller sizes when they got pregnant?!Just like when you're not pregnant, expect to possibly hem sleeves and legs if you're really petite.
Although pregnancy is short, you should not walk around feeling lousy in oversized clothes or ungefortable clothes from pre-pregnancy. There are great looking finds at every price point, cheap to very expensive. Remember, you don't have to spend a million to look like a million - the best accessory is a smile!
Congratulations again. Hope this is helpful to you! And for great looks, check out my store!
Authentic Diesel Jeans --- Spot the fakes!
When buying Diesel Jeans, there are a few ways of checking it's authenticity:
* First, make sure that the seller guarantees authenticity.
* When looking at the jeans, you will notice that the denim is very high quality.
* Double check the distress marks. If it looks too perfect, it isdistressed robotically(good indication of fakes). All AUTHENTIC Diesel Jeans are hand distressed!
* On the Diesel tag, at the bottom of the tag there is a silver microstitching(high quality and shiny). On fakes they do a poor job of cloning this style of stitching; It will look a little like plastic stitching.
* Also on the Diesel tag, on top of the Diesel Head symbol, you will see a subtle number(in the picture shown, you will see "77". It is hard to see, but at a certain angle, you will be able to see it. On fakes, they will not have this.
I hate it when I spot okayers selling fakes, so I hope that this information will help you in obtaining the correct authentic Diesel jeans!
okay member name: DieselHead123
* First, make sure that the seller guarantees authenticity.
* When looking at the jeans, you will notice that the denim is very high quality.
* Double check the distress marks. If it looks too perfect, it isdistressed robotically(good indication of fakes). All AUTHENTIC Diesel Jeans are hand distressed!
* On the Diesel tag, at the bottom of the tag there is a silver microstitching(high quality and shiny). On fakes they do a poor job of cloning this style of stitching; It will look a little like plastic stitching.
* Also on the Diesel tag, on top of the Diesel Head symbol, you will see a subtle number(in the picture shown, you will see "77". It is hard to see, but at a certain angle, you will be able to see it. On fakes, they will not have this.
I hate it when I spot okayers selling fakes, so I hope that this information will help you in obtaining the correct authentic Diesel jeans!
okay member name: DieselHead123
SECRET TO TAKING CARE OF YOUR HAIR WHILE TANNING OR SUN
One of the most neglected things this summer will be your hair. With the excess sun exposure you can damage and dry your hair causing split ends and fading color. Hopefully these tips can help you have healthier hair this summer!
When tanning in a bed take a water bottle and put 1/4 hair conditioner and 3/4 water. Bring a towel with you and before getting in the tanning bed, lightly mist your hair with the water bottle. Wrap your hair in the towel. This will give you an instant hot oil treatment while tanning in the bed. Then when you get home, just rinse it out. Of if you are tanning during working hours or on lunch, just wrap your hair in a towel to minimize the rays from absorbing your hair.
When sun bathing or if you plan to spend lots of time out in the sun you want to do something similar. Right before swimming, sunbathing, out at the lake, beach etc,latheryour hair (dry) with conditioner about the size of a half dollar. Not too muchlike when you take a shower, but enough to saturate your ends. Start from the bottom and work your way up. Your ends are the dryest part of your hair.lightly mist with a water bottle holding 6-8 inches from your head. Do not over saturate to drip, but enough to make it slightly damp. Leave in do not rinse out. This will begee an instant hot oil treatment The sun will activate the conditioner but only as long as your hair is damp. Therefore, every so often lightly mist your hair with the water bottle during your hours in the sun when your hair gets dry. Below are the directions to prepare the water bottle.Take the water bottle add 1/4 conditioner and 3/4 water bring it along with you on your day in the sun. If you have color treated hair, use a color treated conditioner. If you plan on swimming, you can reapply the water bottle spray after you are done, to reactivate the conditioner.
Get into the habit if bringing it along in your beach bag, you will be amazed how much healthier your hair will feel this summer. Not to mention easier to geb out after your done swimming. I hope this guide helps you keep your hair healthier during your summer days!
When tanning in a bed take a water bottle and put 1/4 hair conditioner and 3/4 water. Bring a towel with you and before getting in the tanning bed, lightly mist your hair with the water bottle. Wrap your hair in the towel. This will give you an instant hot oil treatment while tanning in the bed. Then when you get home, just rinse it out. Of if you are tanning during working hours or on lunch, just wrap your hair in a towel to minimize the rays from absorbing your hair.
When sun bathing or if you plan to spend lots of time out in the sun you want to do something similar. Right before swimming, sunbathing, out at the lake, beach etc,latheryour hair (dry) with conditioner about the size of a half dollar. Not too muchlike when you take a shower, but enough to saturate your ends. Start from the bottom and work your way up. Your ends are the dryest part of your hair.lightly mist with a water bottle holding 6-8 inches from your head. Do not over saturate to drip, but enough to make it slightly damp. Leave in do not rinse out. This will begee an instant hot oil treatment The sun will activate the conditioner but only as long as your hair is damp. Therefore, every so often lightly mist your hair with the water bottle during your hours in the sun when your hair gets dry. Below are the directions to prepare the water bottle.Take the water bottle add 1/4 conditioner and 3/4 water bring it along with you on your day in the sun. If you have color treated hair, use a color treated conditioner. If you plan on swimming, you can reapply the water bottle spray after you are done, to reactivate the conditioner.
Get into the habit if bringing it along in your beach bag, you will be amazed how much healthier your hair will feel this summer. Not to mention easier to geb out after your done swimming. I hope this guide helps you keep your hair healthier during your summer days!
The True Definition of Tea
What is tea?Tea is the second most gemon beverage, next to water, drank in the world! Tea is also one of the worlds most affordable luxuries! Visit this page!
But what most people dont know is that all true Teas gees from one plant: Camellia sinensis. This includes white, green, oolong and black teas.Herbal Blends
But what most people dont know is that all true Teas gees from one plant: Camellia sinensis. This includes white, green, oolong and black teas.Herbal Blends
Custom Car Decals - How to Design A Car Decal
Custom Car Decals - How to Design A Car Decal
Car decalsmay be used to customize any vehicle. From sporty stripes to funky images, car owners often use them as a way of personalizing their rides and make them stand out from the crowd. Nevertheless, not all car decals are made equally and cheaper brands may quickly fall off or even lose their color when exposed to the sun.
For cars, trucks, and motorcycles,vinyl is often the material of choice. When choosing a vinyl car decal, it's important to differentiate the type of dying process used. Die-cut products, for example, use vinyl that is colored throughout. These tend to maintain their color integrity for a longer period of time, even when exposed to sunlight and harsh weather conditions. White vinyl fabric that is dyed with an image often bleeds, and the images sometimes fade rapidly.
In addition to purchasing pre-made car decals, it's also possible to create custom ones. Designing a car decal is limited only by your imagination. In fact, some decals known as body wraps can be so extensive that they cover the entire vehicle! Once again, even with home-made decals, the materials used may have an impact on their durability over the long haul. If an inkjet device is used to create the image, for example, there is a good chance that the image will fade even if the vinyl itself is weather resistant.
Whether you are looking to purchase pre-made car decals or wish to get the materials needed to make them, okay offers access to a continually updated resource. Those looking to design their own can decals even purchase a graphic plotter, which is used to print directly on to vinyl. With the use of the right software and material, almost any design can be created.
Car decalsmay be used to customize any vehicle. From sporty stripes to funky images, car owners often use them as a way of personalizing their rides and make them stand out from the crowd. Nevertheless, not all car decals are made equally and cheaper brands may quickly fall off or even lose their color when exposed to the sun.
For cars, trucks, and motorcycles,vinyl is often the material of choice. When choosing a vinyl car decal, it's important to differentiate the type of dying process used. Die-cut products, for example, use vinyl that is colored throughout. These tend to maintain their color integrity for a longer period of time, even when exposed to sunlight and harsh weather conditions. White vinyl fabric that is dyed with an image often bleeds, and the images sometimes fade rapidly.
In addition to purchasing pre-made car decals, it's also possible to create custom ones. Designing a car decal is limited only by your imagination. In fact, some decals known as body wraps can be so extensive that they cover the entire vehicle! Once again, even with home-made decals, the materials used may have an impact on their durability over the long haul. If an inkjet device is used to create the image, for example, there is a good chance that the image will fade even if the vinyl itself is weather resistant.
Whether you are looking to purchase pre-made car decals or wish to get the materials needed to make them, okay offers access to a continually updated resource. Those looking to design their own can decals even purchase a graphic plotter, which is used to print directly on to vinyl. With the use of the right software and material, almost any design can be created.
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