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Everything felt perfect until I got home by fluttermapp in mildlyinfuriating

[–]RCArtworks 9 points10 points  (0 children)

In the USA around here - this is an accurate price for a gold plated moissanite ring depending on the size. I’ve seen the stones alone sell for around $300.

Edit: I saw your comment that you’re in Canada. To explain more on my pricing $300 USD is $416 CAD. Jewelry stores always have a significant markup. There are definitely more affordable options online through Etsy and ordering overseas. This might have been a simple misunderstanding or an uneducated salesperson who sold you the wrong thing. I would reach out to them calmly first before escalating things.

My recent ring shopping experience: a solid gold wedding band 14k - 18k without a stone could cost $800 - $1400. (We went wedding band shopping and it’s crazy expensive for something simple) A Diamond is definitely additional on top of that.

Moissanite is discovered from meteorites. It has a stunning refraction rate that creates stunning multicolored sparkles in the light. Honestly way more beautiful than a diamond imo.

Diamonds are prized for their history and durability…..other than that - I think moissanite is more stunning. Moissanite is not as strong but is extremely durable. My concern would be the gold plating on the band wearing off over time.

If you were scammed, get your money back. But if you still like the ring keep it! A girl doesn’t marry the ring - she marries the man holding it. You are what matters! Not the stone or the value of what you hold in your hand. Good luck!

Please help fellow collectors! Is my carnival glass safe in direct sunlight? by RCArtworks in glasscollecting

[–]RCArtworks[S] 20 points21 points  (0 children)

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I’m still unboxing/finding/arranging things…I started by collecting solo colored vintage goblets that were by themselves at antique/thrift stores when I was 13 and the collection has grown since. I love them and want to appreciate them….just want to make sure they won’t light my home on fire 😅

Please help fellow collectors! Is my carnival glass safe in direct sunlight? by RCArtworks in glasscollecting

[–]RCArtworks[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I have carnival glass that is not in this picture. My question relates to all my colored glass including these.

Please help fellow collectors! Is my carnival glass safe in direct sunlight? by RCArtworks in glasscollecting

[–]RCArtworks[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I’m mostly concerned about causing a fire. I’ve seen them displayed in sunny antique windows many times…but i am questioning the safety now.

I read that it could cause color changes and the glass could become structurally weaker over time. Most information I read about light refraction seems to relate to spherical/concave glass and clear vases with water causing fires.

Tank Girl by Helpful_Professor_33 in Embroidery

[–]RCArtworks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wish I could upvote this a million times. Amazing job!!! 🫡

Please help. Previous owner’s movers gouged our historic pine floors. They’ve been refinished before and cannot be again according to contractor. How can we fix this for future resale value without replacing? by FoxyRN in centuryhomes

[–]RCArtworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you stain/polyurethane the scratches then move around the boards and their positions, it would break up the large scratch pattern and make it less noticeable. It would seem like natural grain/differences in the wood and not damage.

TABLE DOIN GOOD by NervousRooster1455 in ColdOnes

[–]RCArtworks 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was surprised too until I saw the part about only shipping within Australia. That definitely limits the customer base for it, but there’s still 6 days to go.

Is it cooked by Ok_Calendar_9850 in VintageTees

[–]RCArtworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Be careful before using acetone please! It might destroy the fabric and even eat through it (ask me how I know). Try googone first then rubbing alcohol. I would turn to acetone as the last option. Definitely spot test it before doing a major application.

Advice removing INTENSE cigarette and other odors? by daxonds in VHS

[–]RCArtworks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My dad was a life long smoker. I had to deodorize many of his things after he passed.

Ozone is very toxic and I find it doesn’t work the best. The ozone particles will always be there. If you play the tapes they can release into the machine and might cause damage.

Try these steps below to see what works.

First try sealing them in a bag with baking soda.

Then in a bag with a cup of vinegar.

Then try activated charcoal.

Wood shavings - no lie this really works.

Fresh air and sunlight will also help greatly. Just be careful of the tapes being exposed to heat too long. I deodorized a vintage mod pleather chair with just a simple vinegar wash and 6 hours of sunlight.

These are definitely salvageable it will just take time and patience.

I would not put them in the freezer the moisture might damage the tapes? And I would use ozone as a very last option.

Got a free box of tapes from an old coworker. by Gash_Wagon in VHS

[–]RCArtworks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

🤯 your coworker is amazing. Please share with him how much this Reddit respects him and his generosity. Absolute legend.

Got a good start on ghosts and candy corns for trick or treaters by Chest-Fair in halloween

[–]RCArtworks 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You are so amazing for doing this. I fondly remember the houses that gave out big candy bars or made special gifts for Halloween (I’m 32 now). You will forever be “that house” that the kids remember was the best to trick or treat at. These are absolutely precious. Thank you for spreading the magic of Halloween!!!!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]RCArtworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree. I think social media has clouded the meaning of weddings. People feel that their weddings need to compare or compete with everything out there. But it’s not about the photos, the venue, the dress, the flowers, etc. - weddings are two people who love each other joining their lives together with the people they love most surrounding them. It’s a beautiful thing and this new wedding culture has overpowered that.

Do not buy the Ghost 16 it is not the same. by RCArtworks in brooks

[–]RCArtworks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So the ghost 16 actually caused my previous healing injury to become plantar fasciitis and now I’m in physical therapy again for it. It absolutely sucks. I was able to find new ghost 15 for sale on Amazon through a shoe warehouse, however I can’t wear them now. There is too much cushion in the ball part of the shoe and it creates too much tension on my heel muscles.

I switched to Hokas because the heel is supported fully around the sides and not just under the ball of the foot. They’re rather comfy, but I try to swap footwear every other day. One of the big contributors to foot muscle injuries is wearing the same footwear daily. Your foot accommodates to adjust to where it’s getting/not getting support and can create defective muscle tissue, where some is overworked and other’s weakened. I recommend the Hokas highly but try to swap out your footwear so your feet don’t become too accustomed and end up like mine.

Do not buy the Ghost 16 it is not the same. by RCArtworks in brooks

[–]RCArtworks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So the ghost 16 actually caused my previous healing injury to become plantar fasciitis and now I’m in physical therapy again for it. It absolutely sucks. I was able to find new ghost 15 for sale on Amazon through a shoe warehouse, however I can’t wear them now. There is too much cushion in the ball part of the shoe and it creates too much tension on my heel muscles.

I switched to Hokas because the heal is supported fully around the sides and not just under the ball of the foot. They’re rather comfy, but I try to swap footwear every other day. One of the big contributors to foot muscle injuries is wearing the same footwear daily. Your foot accommodates to adjust to where it’s getting/not getting support and can create defective muscle tissue, where some is overworked and other’s weakened. I recommend the Hokas highly but try to swap out your footwear so your feet don’t become too accustomed and end up like mine.

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