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    Typically, if you're getting the big dark spot with colored edges it means that either the reducer/solvent isn't fully compatible with the dye type or the mix is too thin/not fully mixed. The brush/brushes could also be loaded with solvent from their last cleaning and are further diluting the mix.

    Personally, I prefer to use solvents I know already from having them in the shop instead of reducers. For acrylics & water based dyes - simple water works fine. For Spirit based I like denatured alcohol. For Oil dyes and the special colors like Fiebings white & gray, I used Specs Paint Thinner.

    What is the mixed dye/paint doing inside the container?

    Does it look evenly mixed or does the pigment look blotchy, congealed or separated (one floating on the other)?

    Hmm yes they do seem blotchy when I use the reducer. when it comes to the cross dye method, do you let the base color dry completely before applying the top color to get the color effect.

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    Im sure this has been asked but I couldnt find it. I read the books on mixing dyes and using the reducers. My issue is understanding the procedure. when I mix dyes or thinner with the dye ( using the ratios in the various books) I dont get a color, I get a dark wet area with slight color at the edges when it dries. Also when using the cross dye method, do I wait for the base color to be completely dry before I apply the top color to achieve a different effect? Im trying to get away from acrylics for lighter colors,

    thanks in advance.

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    I just spoke with a rep at the company that makes Envirotex Lite and they said that when exposed to extremes ( like a really cold or hot beverage) it can cause the resin to crack or become unsafe for food use. She mentioned she gets at least 1 call a week from people asking the same thing! lol

    She stated that as far as she knows there is no food safe finish except for the Salad Bowl Finish, but she is unsure how that would work for lining a mug or a bottle. She stated that if any of us finds one that works to let her know so she can pass on the info to others that call her. :)

    I may make a test mug using the Salad Bowl Finish and see how it holds up to testing. If I do that I'll report my findings.

    Ive used Envirotex with my mugs for years. A while back it was actually listed as food safe, but as laws change they had to remove it from the packages.

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    Ive seen the various versions of lamellar plates that have been posted on this board as well as several others dedicated to armor construction. All seem to deal with the lacing styles of just a few. ( usually Wisby, Byzantine etc,,) What I havent been able to find is information on how to lace some of the more obscure plate styles. ( Khazak, Mongol, Nepalese etc..) Does anyone know of any sources ( either on line or in books) on how these plates where laced? Thanks guys.

    Dominic

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    Gak! Been crazy busy the past few months. Should have tutorial pictures ready this week, and will work on getting the text done around the same time...

    As far as using the mugs, they can be used for anything except hot liquids (I've personally used my mugs and shotglasses for everything from water, tea, lemonaide to meade, ales and beers, wine to whisky, rum and so on...). I remember reading somewhere that someone warned about hard liquers and the wax/pitch blends. However, I've not seen anything to suggest a problem and think it might have been geared to leather bottles and storing the liquer for extended periods... Not sure.

    The blend between the beeswax and brewer's pitch I feel is kind of a personal preference sort of thing. I have a friend that uses around 3/1 wax to pitch, and it seems like his is a bit more prone to leaking from a bad lining (personally I think it's because the high amount of beeswax keeps the lining a bit brittle). With using a 1/1 (50%/50%) mix, I haven't seen bad linings, or leaks... But with any sort of advice, especially from me, take it with a grain of salt and play around. Use what you decide you like, and hang the rest.

    Angster, I've been wanting to branch off and use the more traditional sealing process. Does the 1/1 mixture affect the taste of the brew? I pal around with a few folks that are brewers and they as well as I have heard that beeswax will taint the flavor of various drinks.

    Thanks and I absolutely love the braided handle mug! Fantastic!

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    Hello everyone, first of all Im not officially a newbie. I did sign up a while back but, do to the crazy economy of the past year or so, my life has had to change several times before I could focus on doing leather work again. My main leather work has been leather mugs and scroll tubes. So my apologies for never posting or participating. My question is this; Im about to attempt my first set of bracers for a friend. I noticed that on some bracers they have what appears to be a "rolled" edge that is sewn down. This edge appears to provide comfort ( I assume) since it is softer that the surrounding leather. Are there any patterns or perhaps does anyone know how this is done?

    Thanks in advance, and I look forward to posting and participating in the group.

    Dominic

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