[Jewelry making - Article 00354] - Re: [Orchid] Allot of wax

[Kate Wolf]

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>     I have always used blue Ferris for my turning and engraving.  I
>     also use blue for repair and as you say the consistencency of the
>     repair wax is not the same as new wax.  I wax weld two blocks of
>     ferris blue to make a large piece of pottery.  The joint has always
>     been a problem.  The green was may solve the problem. 

    Greetings Lee (creator of beautiful vessels), If you are carving with
    Ferris Blue, I suggest you try the Ferris Purple for your repairs.
    I've noticed going up one grade in hardness for repair wax gives the
    best results. hth, Best Regards, Kate Wolf in wet and windy Portland,
    Maine http://www.katewolfdesigns.com

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