Michael8402

I made my first wire tree. I think I did pretty well making this Cherry Blossom Bonsai. Next I need to mount it on a rock or crystal. I learned a lot from working on it so I think I improve on my design and make ever better trees. I am now starting on a thicker Juniper Bonsai style that I will be mounting on an antique typewriter to make a cool steampunk piece.

I've decided to try a new project I had an idea for. I'm now thinking that I am making a lot more work for myself than I had anticipated.

I would suggest taking an aspirin. It should help with the back and chest pain a bit and it is proven to help with possible heart issues as well.

9:35pm Who's Online 2 Members, 0 Anonymous, 27 Guests (See full list) Michael8402 TronRP

I beginning to really hate how this whole thing is being handled. They talk and talk about extending the stay at home orders but don't confirm anything until the last minute. There are so many people who value making money over people's lives that it's ridiculous.

Happy birthday. Maybe you can have a late party once things calm down in the world and we can be around other people again.

I'm watching the same stream on Facebook. lol

https://feltmagnet.com/crafts/How-to-make-a-plague-doctors-mask-Black-death-dead-diseased-middle-ages-Tudor-times

I've been thinking of making a copper plague doctor mask for awhile. There would be a lot involved in the build though to make it safe and wearable. I have talked to a few leather workers who have made them though. You can even find stencils online to create your own.

Thanks man. I'll keep that in mind. We have been talking with a group in the Michigan Steampunk Society known as The Fireball Federation. We haven't been able to lock anything down though and it is a drive for them so they might decide not to do it. We will keep you posted though.

If it helps with the decision, the zoo wedding isn't until next year so there is plenty of time to get clothing.

I was able to actually forge the shape of the Seax in pretty well and just had to do some basic cleanup on it. The hunting knife took more of a spoon shape when I was forging it so the profile of it was done mainly with the file. I guess it depends on skill level and what you are trying to make. I am not consistent enough with my forging so I get the bonus of developing my file skills at the same time. lol

Pretty much. I roughed out the basic shape with the hammer and anvil and then refined the shape with a hand file. Sadly I do not have a shop or power tools so I am pure rustic style and elbow grease.

I watch Forged in Fire all the time. I'm still trying to teach myself how to make Damascus steel. Right now it's a crap shoot on if my welds will hold or not in the center of my billet and the edges seem to blow apart on me so I spend more time trimming off unwelded bits to try to get to the good steel. I'll get it at some point. Let me know if you want any railroad spike knives though because I seem to be decent at that for now. lol

I think I need an actual workshop. I really need power tools for some of my projects but I don't have a place to store them and setting them up and tearing them down every time is a real pain as well as a lot of wasted time. I also can't do any work when it's not nice outside so rain, snow, cold or wind can make it so I am unable to do anything.

9:04am Who's Online 1 Member, 0 Anonymous, 22 Guests (See full list) Michael8402

Since we are all stuck at our homes right now, lets see some projects people have been working on. I set up my forge the other day and started making 2 knives out of railroad spikes. I think they are turning out pretty good for being my first attempt.

I paint plastic automotive parts, first shift which sucks. My job is totally unessential in the current situation. Not that I put anyone at risk by going to my job since I am alone in a paint booth with filtration and a respirator for most of the day, but the major car manufacturers are currently closed and it's not like anyone is going to be going out to buy new cars right now anyway. Chel works at a facility that is considered a health clinic so she is still working at least. I guess that makes me a house mife for awhile. lol

I'm currently laid off as well. Last week they said it would only be a week and we would start back up on the 30th but we haven't heard anything since the 3 week shelter in place order so I'm guessing it will be longer.

Thank you for the offer. The Mayor of the Michigan Steampunk Society is ordained but we will keep you in mind in case he is unable or changes his mind about officiating for us. Either way you are welcome to join us.

Here is the comparison for you. Old lights and new lights. I think the new ones are much better and safer.

I just put new tail lights on it recently. Give me a second and I'll post the picture on here.

I plan on having my car there as well because why not. It should be a good time, all things considered.

No real color theme, per se, but our favorite color is purple. I will probably be wearing my purple striped shirt. The ceremony is going to be pretty informal and simple since it's pretty much just a bunch of people flash mobbing the zoo dressed like crazy steampunkers. lol. The reception is going to be more of just a big party to let loose and have fun.

You know that we pretty much expect you to want to join us. lol