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    Gallery thread?

    Why exclude replicas? I'd enjoy seeing what everyone's spin on the characters are.
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    Sewing

    Well, the Singer is pretty much mine. They've had it there for years in the back and gave it to me in return for a future puppet. Sounds like a good deal to me :). Gonna have to find someone to show me how to work it though. Amazing how nobody I know knows how to use one (even mom sews strictly...
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    Sewing

    Okay, took a trip to moms antique shop and found a couple of candidates. One is a 1916 White Rotary and the other is a Singer 404 slant needle (circa 1958) home.comcast.net/~vectrex23/white1.jpg home.comcast.net/~vectrex23/white1.jpg home.comcast.net/~vectrex23/singer1.jpg I can probably get...
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    Sewing

    Great, I sold an old singer, like the one you posted, last year at a garage sale. I figured it was only good for antique collectors. Fortunately my mother runs an antique shop in town. Guess I'll be giving her a call.
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    Sewing

    Hello again all, Since I'm in the market for a sewing machine to begin my puppet making ventures, I was wondering what type I need to invest in. Mind you, I know nothing about sewing or sewing machines for that matter, so any advice would be appreciated. Currently we have a small machine. I...
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    Introduction and question on SS puppet

    Thanks for the tips on the rod mechanism guys. I thought it was something simple, which is a relief. I use WED clay (water based) for my sculptures now. It's not only cheaper than roma, you don't need to use alcohol like you would on oil based. Oil based clays, like Roma, need to be heated to...
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    Introduction and question on SS puppet

    Email sent Gabriel!! Thanks. Cant send PM's either until 10 post count is reached (WooHoo only 8 more :))
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    Introduction and question on SS puppet

    Hey all, First off, please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Eric and I live in northern California. I am just entering the world of puppetry and have spent many hours reading through the forums here and associated links. I have been making latex masks and various props for a few years...
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