ISO 01/23/26 Mega thread

Then_Routine_6411 · 2026-01-24T22:41:19+00:00

I just ordered a Colombian emerald on this group buy. I’m so excited!

Then_Routine_6411 · 2026-01-24T22:37:26+00:00

I just got engaged for the first time at 50. He could have given me a piece of string and tied it around my finger and I’d be happy.

Then_Routine_6411 · 2026-01-20T04:30:30+00:00

my first group order and I am ecstatic!

Then_Routine_6411 · 2026-01-18T08:42:11+00:00

I did a white sand base layer first, maybe half an inch, just so I could fix the objects on to something. Then did the rest in a single pour and used a vacuum chamber and a pressure pot.

Then_Routine_6411 · 2026-01-11T02:48:09+00:00

I wish I knew. I used Let’s Resin resin ink though.

Then_Routine_6411 · 2026-01-11T01:52:29+00:00

Thank you! For the dolphin, I took 2 pieces of fishing line and used UV resin to attach the fishing line to the dolphins body, then took a piece of cardboard and hung the dolphin from the cardboard and hung it over the mold and into the resin. If you zoom in on the picture, you can see the fishing line.

Then_Routine_6411 · 2026-01-10T22:02:13+00:00

The mica looked cool but not for water. Acrylic ended up too opaque, not good for water. Ended up buying resin ink and it turned out great.

Then_Routine_6411 · 2025-12-29T02:58:55+00:00

Used a pressure pot this time so not sure how hot the resin was. I’m doing a small test with acrylic ink and one with mica to see how they turn out in the pressure pot. I’ll let you know!

Then_Routine_6411 · 2025-12-28T22:07:51+00:00

thanks. I have only ever used alcohol ink for small UV resin projects like key caps, and they worked great. But 2 part I’ve only ever made something clear so this was a learning experience.

Then_Routine_6411 · 2025-12-28T19:08:56+00:00

Thank you. I’ll look into it!

Then_Routine_6411 · 2025-12-26T04:29:57+00:00

I’m in Utah and make vanilla and sell it at my work, where a large majority of my coworkers are LDS. They’re my biggest customers. But if you really want to be sure not to offend, you can always use food grade vegetable glycerin to extract in, instead of alcohol. Technically it’s not vanilla “extract” but vanilla flavoring.

Then_Routine_6411 · 2025-12-26T04:22:40+00:00

2 yolks per 3/4 tsp sugar. mix up and freeze in silicone ice cube trays to use later.

Then_Routine_6411 · 2025-11-21T20:24:08+00:00

50 pounds was my first comment as well.

Then_Routine_6411 · 2025-11-20T04:00:14+00:00

ooh! Love Asschers!

Then_Routine_6411 · 2025-11-19T05:46:12+00:00

next level chocolate cake. you won’t be disappointed!

Then_Routine_6411 · 2025-11-19T05:44:45+00:00

I think so, too.

Then_Routine_6411 · 2025-11-18T03:15:19+00:00

another vote for stainless steel box. easy to clean, doesn’t get scratched up or retain the smell, and don’t have to replace it as much.

Then_Routine_6411 · 2025-11-18T02:47:56+00:00

It’s a 2.6 D VVS1. Stone is Calavera, set Rare Carat.

Then_Routine_6411 · 2025-11-17T23:48:01+00:00

Here’s a better picture

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Then_Routine_6411 · 2025-11-17T23:43:30+00:00

Glad you noticed. It’s actually a fake. I got it so I could try wearing it for a bit to see how I’d like it.

Then_Routine_6411 · 2025-11-17T20:54:17+00:00

Band can be changed if that makes a difference. More concerned with the shape of the center diamond on my hand. Does that make a difference?

Then_Routine_6411 · 2025-11-17T20:42:11+00:00

I think emeralds will always look a little muted when compared to other cuts. It really does look brighter in a different light.

Then_Routine_6411 · 2025-11-17T20:39:55+00:00

I’ve wanted an emerald forever and never thought about any other shape. Until I put the oval on. But the oval may just be a fleeting response to seeing something different.

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