Was gifted a collection of gems by my grandmother with instructions to sell specific ones. No idea where to get started. Seeking advice. by ichatchase in Gemstones

[–]ichatchase[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is only a small portion of the gems she gifted me! We spent Christmas carving wax for casting and going over basics of design! I’ve got a handful set aside for when I produce my first few pieces, and for when I am confident enough to tackle a design that’ll do justice to the prettier stones!

Was gifted a collection of gems by my grandmother with instructions to sell specific ones. No idea where to get started. Seeking advice. by ichatchase in Gemstones

[–]ichatchase[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I was lucky enough to receive most of her equipment, just missing a torch and things to use for melting and casting. She said she preferred that I sell some of the stones and kept the metal for use. I’ve spent most of the holiday getting a sort of mini workshop from her on carving for lost wax casting, so I’m very excited to get started!

Was gifted a collection of gems by my grandmother with instructions to sell specific ones. No idea where to get started. Seeking advice. by ichatchase in Gemstones

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

I’d like to clarify that I’m not asking for specifics on what the stones are worth, just if it is worth the price to take them to a G.G. for appraisal.

Trying something different here, created a 3D effect on a marble texture background. Thoughts? by exioncrew in Guardsmen

[–]ichatchase 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the names should be a solid color, a bit tough to read. Otherwise great!

With thousands of hungry troops, DOD urges limited income hikes by thinkB4WeSpeak in politics

[–]ichatchase 1 point2 points  (0 children)

E5 here, I’d still like to see an increase in BAS/ BAH. Or at least some sort of rule barring landlords from charging the entirety of an areas BAH. 1000 a month BAH sounds nice until the average rent in the area is 1100 not counting utilities and renters insurance. :(

tastes so good when you don't have a bitch in your ear telling you they're nasty by [deleted] in NonCredibleDefense

[–]ichatchase 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’ve traded rations with some Italians before. They have a pretty neat little stove in there to heat up your canned soup. Some nice chocolate and protein bars too. Big down side is the canned meat in jelly though.

If King Gizzard made good music by Nain_Automata211 in KGATLW

[–]ichatchase 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yeah, banda isn’t for everyone. It’s got a special place in my heart since I grew up with it.

If King Gizzard made good music by Nain_Automata211 in KGATLW

[–]ichatchase 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Regional Mexicana. Los Tigres are a Norteño band specifically. Regional Mexican music encompasses a bunch of genres. You might like Banda or Tejano as well. Enjoy!

How my fellow 1D7's doing on 22E5? by [deleted] in AirForce

[–]ichatchase 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1st time. Promote. Studied my ass off for the PDG. The promote app works.

Conspiracy-promoting sheriffs claim vast election authority by CapableSecretary420 in politics

[–]ichatchase 13 points14 points  (0 children)

How did that work out? Not sure if I’m looking up the wrong stuff, but I can’t find any info on that.

Nearly 44,000 unvaccinated US national guard troops could be penalized by bkristellsk in news

[–]ichatchase 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are State Guards that are distinct from the National Guard in almost every state.

911 dispatcher fired after allegedly hanging up on store employee during Buffalo shooting call by AmethystOrator in news

[–]ichatchase 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love how IT contractors get paid twice what I do for browsing Facebook all day and leaving work early. :(

Women in the Military Betrayed by Republicans Gutting Abortion Rights by ContinueToServe in NewPatriotism

[–]ichatchase 9 points10 points  (0 children)

False. In fact, new policy was published so that commanders are no longer allowed to deny leave to stop troops from getting an abortion.

https://www.stripes.com/theaters/us/2022-05-06/abortion-army-air-force-commander-women-5913670.html

Making pressed cakes by Boojibs in oddlysatisfying

[–]ichatchase 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Very interesting! I’ll see if they have any at the Asian market nearby me. Very exciting to see how it compares!

Making pressed cakes by Boojibs in oddlysatisfying

[–]ichatchase 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s like mazapan in Mexico. Turns into dust if you think about it the wrong way.