Raku Firing

!±8± Raku Firing

Firing the raku kiln and the results. I think I might have had the glaze on a little too thick. Next time I'll try to thin it out a little.

Raku Firing

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Why Pottery Crazing Can Increase a Collectible's Value

!±8± Why Pottery Crazing Can Increase a Collectible's Value

Crazing is when a spiderweb of hairline cracks appear on an item. This is most common with pottery.

I am not talking about a chip. A large crack. Or even a small crack. Crazing refers a number of 'lines' that appear on pottery objects, such as ceramic cookie jars, where one could not even realize these are actually hairline cracks unless they rubbed their fingernail across the pottery.

On the one hand, obviously the better the condition an item is in the more valuable it is. However, with older products, those dating back before World War II, finding an item in perfect condition is either impossible or rare, or they are now so valuable as to be priced out of most people's ranges.

So we are left with imperfect collectibles.

Crazing can result simply from age. Old ceramics were not necessarily well made. Perhaps made great according to the technology of the time, but certainly production machines today are nothing like from years gone by.

Crazing can also result from humidity or temperature, or simply moving an item which causes unseen vibrations.

So what does it mean if there is crazing on an old ceramic collectible?

Nothing bad.

But consider the flip side - which is really where I want to lead you in this article...

Fakes can be a real problem in the collectibles world. Cheap knockoffs and fakes are easy to make today. Especially from place like China.

However, fakes and knockoffs made today are going be in perfect condition.

There is no crazing. It is virtually impossible to replicate crazing.

So what does it mean if you see an advertised 1920s collectible that does not have any crazing? Unless the price is very, very high, and there is some reliable authentication of the item - your red flags should be going off in your head. You should be thinking this is not authentic.

But if there is crazing? Ironically, that imperfection may worth a whole lot more because your item is the real deal.

Why Pottery Crazing Can Increase a Collectible's Value

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You Have Many Options For Ceramic Tile Patterns

!±8± You Have Many Options For Ceramic Tile Patterns

With ceramic tile it is possible to create all sorts of different effects just based on the way that you lay out your tile. Regardless of whether you are making a backsplash, putting tile on the floor, or putting tile on the wall, you have all sorts of ceramic tile patterns to choose from.

First of all, you can create mosaic tile patterns using different colors ( and/or shapes ) of tiles to create the pattern that you like. You can find all sorts of examples of ceramic tile patterns like this either free over the internet or for sale.

You can create your own pattern, using a piece of paper or a software program that can be purchased for this purpose. Design your own ceramic tile art to liven up the room and give it a style all its own.

A simple ceramic tile pattern can be created by alternating different colors, either in a set, or a random way. To design a pattern that goes well with the room, use colors that are already present in that room. Or you might add a totally new color as the main color, and throw small bits of the other colors that are used in the room into your pattern. It's up to you.

Quite a different kind of ceramic tile pattern can be made by using the way the tiles are laid out. You can put them in simple rows, for example, or you can make a brick type pattern.

If you want something more complicated, you can try making the pattern on a diagonal, or doing a herringbone, basket weave, or windmill pattern with the tiles. You can use tiles that are all the same, or use different color tiles to add another level to the design.

You may prefer not to have a repeating pattern, but to set your tiles in a completely random way. Use different shapes, sizes, and/or colors of tiles all mixed together. The tiles can even be broken, to achieve a totally unique look. This technique can be a lot more difficult to master, however, in order to end up with something that looks nice.

As you can see, there are lots of different options when it comes to ceramic tile patterns. Consider the size, shape, and use of the room when deciding what might be the best option for you to use. For more ideas on using decorative ceramic tiles in your home, see the author's website, shown in the paragraph below.

You Have Many Options For Ceramic Tile Patterns

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!±8± Mike Smith Selling A Ceramic Painted Floral Lamp On Price-Drop TV (Clearance)

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Creating the Most Favorable Hermit Crab Habitat For Your Hermit

!±8± Creating the Most Favorable Hermit Crab Habitat For Your Hermit

Hermit crab habitat is commonly known as a "crabitat". A crabitat is usually made from glass much like an aquarium without the air pump. It is important that we make and maintain an ideal crabitat for our hermit crabs because just like other pets, they also want to have an environment that can mimic their wild habitat. Most people see the significance of setting up an ideal hermit crab habitat in order to keep their hermits longer and more alive. Here are some tips to give you ideas on how to make that kind of ideal habitat. First you have to understand that the hermits require their surroundings to be perfect. The proper enclosure, substrate, humidity, decorations and accessories, temperature, lighting, and cleaning must be provided so that they can live a healthy life. To learn more about these factors, here are some hints, which you must take at heart. Enclosure. Always prefer the glass aquarium and not the plastic. For smaller species a 10 gallon aquarium is enough for a pair. If you want multiple medium sized hermits, a 30 or 40 gallon can be the ideal size. Put woods or corrals inside their crabitat for them to climb and dry themselves.

Substrate. Choose substrates that are easy to clean and soft which can allow your hermits to make their tunnels easily. Terrarium sand and coconut fiber substrate are perfect for crabitats. You can also put crushed coral as an alternative but avoid gravel, wood chips or anything that they cannot dig.

Accessories/decorations. As hermits are playful and always love to climb, they will love anything that they can climb upon. You can put ceramic pots, sanitized shells, driftwoods or rough rocks. Water dishes. An ideal number of water dishes for an ideal hermit crab habitat in one aquarium would be two - one for the saltwater and one for fresh water. Base the size of their dishes to the largest hermit crab you have to accommodate all crabs that may want to take a bath.

Humidity. Hermit crabs have different gills than the fishes but they still need water to moisten it. If the air is too dry inside the aquarium their gills can dry out and may suffocate them. The relative humidity therefore should not be lower than 70%. To keep humidity levels, you have to keep the substrates always damp but not too wet. Keep the middle areas of the crabitat moistened always while the higher hills dry.

Temperature. Hermit crabs thrive on tropical climate so the temperature in their crabitat must not go below their body temperature or else their metabolism will be affected. Under tank heaters or 15 watt reptile heat lamps are ideal solution during winter. Also, always keep a thermometer in their tank to monitor temperature. Lighting. Lights are always good for the hermits but daylights are more beneficial. Wattage is the most important factor when choosing lights. Use ideal wattage lamps so that the humidity will not drop below the appropriate levels. For example, a 15-watt bulb is ideal for a 10-gallon crabitat so the larger the tank the more wattage you need.

Cleaning. If you can do regular cleaning, your crab can enjoy their stay in their crabitats. To be able to clean their places properly always try to filter their substrate to remove debris and their wastes. Also, change their water and food when soiled and wash their dishes regularly.

In setting up hermit crab habitat, you have to follow a step-by-step guide in doing this because crabitats are different in every nature. You may want to install artificial decorations or choose the natural materials. To get more great information that can teach you how to set-up ideal crabitats then please visit my site, I can even help with regards to choosing the right pet species.

Creating the Most Favorable Hermit Crab Habitat For Your Hermit

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Making A Modified Oil Lamp

!±8± Making A Modified Oil Lamp

My first video of myself making a continual burning oil lamp on the pottery wheel. This lamp has a fill pool around the wick holder that you fill without taking wick out or having to extinguish flame.

Making A Modified Oil Lamp

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Hedgehog Care: Part of Cage Annie (LTTs)

!±8± Hedgehog Care: Part of Cage Annie (LTTs)

**This video was taken from my original YouTube channel, LessThanThreeSisters, (which is now deleted). Therefore, the date/time of the video is not accurate** An tour of Annie's cage and tips on how I made it. C&C CAGES: (where to find materials near you & how to make the cage!) bit.ly Hagen Living Dome: bit.ly Ceramic Heat Emitter (150 Watts): bit.ly Clamp Lamp (holds emitter): bit.ly Thermostat (keeps cage temperature constant): bit.ly Comfort Wheel (Giant): bit.ly Water & Food Dishes- rodent or cat ceramic dishes PVC Pipe- can be found at hardware stores Fleece liners- fabric stores Baking tin (litter pan)- dollar stores or supermarkets Nylon bag (for washing small fleece pieces)- found at supermarkets Playpen: bit.ly *I use this playpen to put Annie in while I clean her cage, but I let her run around on our wood floors for exercise and adventure. :) SnuggleSafe heat disc: bit.ly Thanks for watching & subscribe to see more hedgehog videos! BlogTV: www.blogtv.com Hedgehog Breeding Website: Email www.qualityquills.webs.com QualityQuills@live.com FTC Disclaimer: All items were purchased with my money or me as a gift from the family or a friend. No company pays me for this video. All opinions are mine.

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