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Lapidary & Metal Artists
Has your wife told you to do something with that garage full of rocks you've been collecting?
OR are you like me - I am a total Gem Geek - can't stop collecting them! Gemstones, Faceted, Cabs, Rough, Beads...if it is gem related, I am all over it!!!
When you join Lapidary and Metal Arts you should get some ideas, help with projects and maybe some of those rocks will be polished and in a fun display in your home or in a lovely necklace around your beloved's neck!!!
We will post Rock Hounding, Lapidary, Jewelry and Gem information.
People have started posting Photos - feel free - again same disclaimer (must relate to group topic).
There is an extensive collection of Links in the Files Section and there is always room for more...feel free to submit your favorite sites or your own website (must relate to topic).
So - Welcome - Jump in - Introduce Yourself - Ask Questions - Post Photos...Participate!
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Other related Groups on EONS:
Collecting Rocks and Minerals view link
Geology, Astrogeology and Paleontology view link
Gemstones view link
Rockhounds Really Rock view link
Special Thanks to Pat for researching the related sites!
Extra Activities of Interest:
Astronomy for Everyone view link
Bookoholics view link
Fly Fishing view link
Fresh Water Fishing view link
OR are you like me - I am a total Gem Geek - can't stop collecting them! Gemstones, Faceted, Cabs, Rough, Beads...if it is gem related, I am all over it!!!
When you join Lapidary and Metal Arts you should get some ideas, help with projects and maybe some of those rocks will be polished and in a fun display in your home or in a lovely necklace around your beloved's neck!!!
We will post Rock Hounding, Lapidary, Jewelry and Gem information.
People have started posting Photos - feel free - again same disclaimer (must relate to group topic).
There is an extensive collection of Links in the Files Section and there is always room for more...feel free to submit your favorite sites or your own website (must relate to topic).
So - Welcome - Jump in - Introduce Yourself - Ask Questions - Post Photos...Participate!
_______________________________________
Other related Groups on EONS:
Collecting Rocks and Minerals view link
Geology, Astrogeology and Paleontology view link
Gemstones view link
Rockhounds Really Rock view link
Special Thanks to Pat for researching the related sites!
Extra Activities of Interest:
Astronomy for Everyone view link
Bookoholics view link
Fly Fishing view link
Fresh Water Fishing view link
Gem Shows
Whether you just like to look at pretty things - want to learn a new hobby or need materials for your Jewelry or Lapidary business...Gem Shows (I am talking the smaller Club Shows) are a fun way to spend an afternoon!
I just posted the Show report for our club show in Culver City, CA! Photos, Vendor info and much more! view link
If this looks like fun you can check for Shows in your area on my GemShows Blog - it is updated once a month and offers Trade Only, Commercial (Retail/Wholesale) and Club (Retail) Shows! view link
If you know of any shows that are not listed - please - LMK!
Robyn Hawk
I just posted the Show report for our club show in Culver City, CA! Photos, Vendor info and much more! view link
If this looks like fun you can check for Shows in your area on my GemShows Blog - it is updated once a month and offers Trade Only, Commercial (Retail/Wholesale) and Club (Retail) Shows! view link
If you know of any shows that are not listed - please - LMK!
Robyn Hawk
Tucson Gem Show
It has been awhile since I have posted to Eons - but this is something I know you will LOVE!!!
I am at the Tucson Gem Show and as with previous years I am blogging about the experience.
If you have ever wanted to attend the shows check out the info - give Tips and Highlights of a range of events as I visit.
Tucson Gem Show - Live!
view link
Check out my adventure and plan one of your own...
Robyn Hawk
I am at the Tucson Gem Show and as with previous years I am blogging about the experience.
If you have ever wanted to attend the shows check out the info - give Tips and Highlights of a range of events as I visit.
Tucson Gem Show - Live!
view link
Check out my adventure and plan one of your own...
Robyn Hawk
It's Show Season..."Jubilee of Gems"
Earlier this month, I participated in and attended the North Orange County Gem & Mineral Society's "Jubilee of Gems" Show.
This is the club that started it all for me...
For more check my blog at: view link' rel='nofollow'>view link
Robyn Hawk
Tucson Gem Show - Live view link
Jewelry & Gem Artists view link
Fly On The Wall-Views/Reviews view link' rel='nofollow'>view link
Now You've Done It...You're On My List view link
"Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do." -Goethe
This is the club that started it all for me...
For more check my blog at: view link' rel='nofollow'>view link
Robyn Hawk
Tucson Gem Show - Live view link
Jewelry & Gem Artists view link
Fly On The Wall-Views/Reviews view link' rel='nofollow'>view link
Now You've Done It...You're On My List view link
"Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do." -Goethe
Bench Jeweler On YouTube!
I don't know if you are into the whole YouTube thing...I know I wasn't! I thought that YouTube - like MySpace and Facebook were for teenagers or singles "Hooking Up"!!! LOL!
Well, as you know I now have a Myspace page (2 in fact) and I am on Facebook (still not quite sure what that is about)! I also discovered that the is a wealth of Jewelry Making, Lapidary and Forging info available on You Tube!!!! My latest is....
Check out the new Videos from BWSimon on YouTube!
view link
All sorts of fun and informative topics from Repairing Chains - Texturing - Stone Setting to Polishing Platinum!
Check out this one - Using An Ultrasonic Cleaner
view link
Robyn Hawk
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Tucson 2008 - view link
Interviews - view link
Resource Lists - view link
Well, as you know I now have a Myspace page (2 in fact) and I am on Facebook (still not quite sure what that is about)! I also discovered that the is a wealth of Jewelry Making, Lapidary and Forging info available on You Tube!!!! My latest is....
Check out the new Videos from BWSimon on YouTube!
view link
All sorts of fun and informative topics from Repairing Chains - Texturing - Stone Setting to Polishing Platinum!
Check out this one - Using An Ultrasonic Cleaner
view link
Robyn Hawk
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Tucson 2008 - view link
Interviews - view link
Resource Lists - view link
Becoming A Better Bench Jeweler!
Two Great Events - One Fantastic Weekend
Bench Jewelers Supplier’s Expo
Friday & Saturday April 25 – 26
Bench Jewelers Educational Conference
Thursday through Sunday April 24 – 27
Produced BY Bench Jewelers FOR Bench Jewelers
We Know and Understand Your Needs and Concerns
at the Marriott Hotel Los Angeles Airport,
5855 W. Century Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90045
The Supplier’s Expo showcases tools & equipment, findings, refiners, casting houses, diamond & stone dealers, laser welders, CAD programs and more. EVERYTHING A BENCH JEWELER NEEDS IS HERE!
Plus a Gala Reception Friday Evening with a chance to win great prizes from the vendors.
This show comes from BWSimon - the folks that bring you BenchTips Magazine, E-BenchTips Online, and BenchTelevision.com!
For details see: view link
Bench Jewelers Supplier’s Expo
Friday & Saturday April 25 – 26
Bench Jewelers Educational Conference
Thursday through Sunday April 24 – 27
Produced BY Bench Jewelers FOR Bench Jewelers
We Know and Understand Your Needs and Concerns
at the Marriott Hotel Los Angeles Airport,
5855 W. Century Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90045
The Supplier’s Expo showcases tools & equipment, findings, refiners, casting houses, diamond & stone dealers, laser welders, CAD programs and more. EVERYTHING A BENCH JEWELER NEEDS IS HERE!
Plus a Gala Reception Friday Evening with a chance to win great prizes from the vendors.
This show comes from BWSimon - the folks that bring you BenchTips Magazine, E-BenchTips Online, and BenchTelevision.com!
For details see: view link
Now You've Done It...You're On My List!
In your heart are you a Rock Hound? Do you long to be outdoors but something (age, illness, time) have kept you inside? This list is for you! It is mostly centered on resources in the USA - please feel free to use the comment space to add international information!
view link
(if VOX asks you to join before you can view the page - I have also posted it on MySpace)
view link
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(if VOX asks you to join before you can view the page - I have also posted it on MySpace)
view link
Tucson Gem Show - Be My Guest!
OK - I am home - but I have a cold and still have two posts to write!
You really should take a minute and check out my Gem Show blog:
view link
Robyn Hawk
You really should take a minute and check out my Gem Show blog:
view link
Robyn Hawk
A Day At The Beach In SoCal
This trip is January 19th, is sponsored by the DelAir Rockhounds and
the CFMS co-op, and with the recent rains in SoCal, I am expecting
excellent conditions for hunting whale bone.
We will be meeting in the parking lot at Refugio State Beach at 11AM, Saturday, Jan 19th. Look for the XTerra with happy faces all over it :)
The will be a short talk/introduction with specimens for the uninitiated to see so they have an idea what to look for. All participants will be required to sign a CFMS waiver.
In adition to whalebone finds (whalebone is like dinosaur boneand can
takea good polish), beach washed agates, jasper and cherts may be
found. It's possible to find beach jade although rare below Point Concepcion.
Low tide is at 2:13 PM, so we have a good 5-6 hours of hunting time
available. After we cover Refugio, we can go to Gaviota and/or El
Capitan to look as well. Those with experience may be asked to help
those who have not been here before, and we may split up with groups
going to the different beaches if we have a large number of people.
This is a good trip for young and old, with only as much walking as you wish to do.
Dress warmly, but layered. I expect 45-50 degree weather, but I have
seen 70 degrees at this time as well. Bring old shoes(water shoes if you have them) and a change of dry clothes for the trip home.
The mini-mart will be CLOSED, so bring any food and beverages you
wish to consume. No dogs or alcohol are allowed on the sand portions
of the beach, but are ok in the Park areas if kept under control (leash or pen) I will have my dogs if its not too cold (they're hairless) and if my wife is up to the trip.
Entry fee is $8 for the day, and covers all the state beaches.
Above all, have FUN!!!! And don't mess with any critters that may be
sunbathing :)
See you there
Jon Meredith
the CFMS co-op, and with the recent rains in SoCal, I am expecting
excellent conditions for hunting whale bone.
We will be meeting in the parking lot at Refugio State Beach at 11AM, Saturday, Jan 19th. Look for the XTerra with happy faces all over it :)
The will be a short talk/introduction with specimens for the uninitiated to see so they have an idea what to look for. All participants will be required to sign a CFMS waiver.
In adition to whalebone finds (whalebone is like dinosaur boneand can
takea good polish), beach washed agates, jasper and cherts may be
found. It's possible to find beach jade although rare below Point Concepcion.
Low tide is at 2:13 PM, so we have a good 5-6 hours of hunting time
available. After we cover Refugio, we can go to Gaviota and/or El
Capitan to look as well. Those with experience may be asked to help
those who have not been here before, and we may split up with groups
going to the different beaches if we have a large number of people.
This is a good trip for young and old, with only as much walking as you wish to do.
Dress warmly, but layered. I expect 45-50 degree weather, but I have
seen 70 degrees at this time as well. Bring old shoes(water shoes if you have them) and a change of dry clothes for the trip home.
The mini-mart will be CLOSED, so bring any food and beverages you
wish to consume. No dogs or alcohol are allowed on the sand portions
of the beach, but are ok in the Park areas if kept under control (leash or pen) I will have my dogs if its not too cold (they're hairless) and if my wife is up to the trip.
Entry fee is $8 for the day, and covers all the state beaches.
Above all, have FUN!!!! And don't mess with any critters that may be
sunbathing :)
See you there
Jon Meredith
