Recently retired, live for arts and crafts. Many varied interests, of course, but just like to make "stuff". Not enough time for it all, but I keep on keepin' on!
Thanks RR: the hotwire machine is simply a device that heats a wire hot enough to melt styrofoam. You can find these on the internet. I glued the mosaic pieces as well as the lettering to the plastic lining of the mold. Letters must be reversed! I have included a picture of the hotwire machine I built.You can view an article on how to make one on instructables.com Cman ... View related article.
Great shot, Stacey. I like eagles too and wanted to share this piece of artwork with you. By the way, I was born in Salt Lake, and was wondering where is the Hogle Zoo? ... View related article.
I wanted to answer the questions about the hotwire machine. I make them myself, for less than $20.00! It does remind me of a jig saw in a way, but cutting styrofoam is a unique experience. I am amazed at the uses I find for it, and wonder why they have never become more mainstream with crafters. Signs, letters, posters, stepping stones, bricks, all can be personalized with foam letters. I have included a photo of the machine I call "Mighty Goliath" because it does so much. To make one, go to instructables.com, and search for Making the Mighty Goliath. ... View related article.
My method for storing paint cans: Clean groove thoroughly after using paint. In this groove on the can top I have driven a good size nail through the groove 3 or 4 times so that any paint that gets in there can drain back into the can. Then place lid on carefully, and use a hammer to seal the lid into the groove. Next, I make boxes of exactly the size of the cans so that I can slide boxes and cans underneath my lowest shelf in the garage. Retrieving the pain when needed is then a simple task. ... View related article.
