So wasn't sure what to get for Christmas, so I ended up doing a painting. Thought I'd share the progress:
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It's taking a little longer then I thought it would, so hopefully can get it done by Christmas :) :)
Nice. I'm jealous of people with painting/drawing abilities.
I don't think it's something you should rush. If it's not done by this Christmas then maybe it's a birthday present?
I def think I can get it done, I have all day today, tomorrow and Monday.. I'm planning to get as much done today that I can. The body isn't bad the wheel takes forever. I think I spent an hour on the tire, and 6 something hours on the wheel lol
Nice looking!!!! It's great you share you talent!
JM
Nothing better than handmade gifts!!
Nice work! [thumbsup]
(http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g291/k1ttylitter/image_zpsb152513d.jpg) (http://s59.photobucket.com/user/k1ttylitter/media/image_zpsb152513d.jpg.html)
(http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g291/k1ttylitter/image_zps0f66875a.jpg) (http://s59.photobucket.com/user/k1ttylitter/media/image_zps0f66875a.jpg.html)
[thumbsup]
Got the other wheel done tonight, but the caliper is being a huge challenge. I can't get it to look right >:(
But getting close.. def don't think I'll get it done in time tho :(
(http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g291/k1ttylitter/image_zpscce892aa.jpg) (http://s59.photobucket.com/user/k1ttylitter/media/image_zpscce892aa.jpg.html)
Looks awesome! Very impressive. How is it coming along now? Down to crunch time!
I got it close to finished. I showed him anyways and he loved it, just sucked bc I think I got dumped in return :(
It does look great.......now, what did you say about getting dumped? :(
Sorry to hear that after all the effort you put into a really nice personal gift. Not only do you have mechanical skills [thumbsup], but you are artistic and thoughtful.
If he doesn't appreciate you he isn't worthy of you, (that's what I tell my four daughters). :)
Quote from: koko64 on December 29, 2013, 04:24:39 AM
If he doesn't appreciate you he isn't worthy of you
+1
Keep your head up
What an a hole! Who dumps someone after a gift like that! I'm sure you will have NO problem finding someone who is better for you.
Sorry to hear about that. You will bounce back like a moon jumper though. Gals with a passion for bikes are a commodity! Toss in gorgeous and you are only going to be single as long as you want to be.
Here is a hint. Avoid bad boys and anyone that likes rap, most thrive on treating women poorly. Chin up!
I have a great gal and consider myself lucky, it is hard to find compatible people.
Thanks guys. I appreciate the kind words. I will get it finished sometime soon and post a finished product
Quote from: Skybarney on December 29, 2013, 10:24:32 AM
and anyone that likes rap, most thrive on treating women poorly.
I love rap and I'm a pretty stand up guy, we're not all bad. ;)
If you're treating women badly, it probably has nothing to do with your musical preference.
To the OP, awesome work on the painting!! [thumbsup]
Sorry about the break-up, he'll be the one missing out!
Quote from: The Bearded Duc on December 30, 2013, 01:05:17 PM
If you're treating women badly, it probably has nothing to do with your musical preference.
This.
Sounds like you've got my luck. More pics of the painting!
Quote from: The Bearded Duc on December 30, 2013, 01:05:17 PM
I love rap and I'm a pretty stand up guy, we're not all bad. ;)
If you're treating women badly, it probably has nothing to do with your musical preference.
To the OP, awesome work on the painting!! [thumbsup]
Sorry about the break-up, he'll be the one missing out!
I think I'll +1 this whole statement!
JM
The wheel and tire really do look great. Good Job. How is that other bike coming along, the one at the shop in the window?
Thank you everyone!!
[cheeky]
Quote from: Mendo Dave on December 30, 2013, 08:46:54 PM
The wheel and tire really do look great. Good Job. How is that other bike coming along, the one at the shop in the window?
The vintage Duc or the S2R? They're both torn apart. Need to go through the motor on the 350 and do misc wires and stuff, so hasn't made huge progress. The S2R is just waiting for the pistons to ship in!!
Didnt know you were doing something like that to the S2R. I hope this is a mod and not a repair.
Anyway yea I was talking about the 350.
Quote from: Mendo Dave on January 02, 2014, 05:28:32 AM
Didnt know you were doing something like that to the S2R. I hope this is a mod and not a repair.
Anyway yea I was talking about the 350.
Ummm.... errr.. kinda both.. I had to replace the rings on it, and figured esp price wise it was best to upgrade to high compression :)
I will have to see about taking a day off and going to start the 350 and snap some pics for here :)
Quote from: DucDucGoos on January 02, 2014, 11:49:12 AM
Ummm.... errr.. kinda both.. I had to replace the rings on it, and figured esp price wise it was best to upgrade to high compression :)
I will have to see about taking a day off and going to start the 350 and snap some pics for here :)
Cool. You should have some candy. Ill send some to the shop.
Quote from: Mendo Dave on January 02, 2014, 02:57:56 PM
Cool. You should have some candy. Ill send some to the shop.
Oh ya I was wondering do you do sugarfree ones? Jeff was supposed to ask ya :)
Quote from: DucDucGoos on January 03, 2014, 10:24:54 AM
Oh ya I was wondering do you do sugarfree ones? Jeff was supposed to ask ya :)
If it's sugar free...
it isn't candy.
Just sayin'. ;D
Quote from: ducpainter on January 03, 2014, 01:47:30 PM
If it's sugar free...
it isn't candy.
Just sayin'. ;D
Hahaha.. imitation candy??
Quote from: ducpainter on January 03, 2014, 02:17:26 PM
More like turkey bacon. ;)
Turkey bacon is still meat..
Soy bacon..... Morning Star's is actually really good lol
Quote from: DucDucGoos on January 03, 2014, 02:31:02 PM
Turkey bacon is still meat..
Soy bacon..... Morning Star's is actually really good lol
True...but turkey bacon is supposed to be 'good' for you if you choose to eat meat.
Bacon...and candy...
are not supposed to be 'good' for you.
We make a candy with Agave Nectar for farmers markets but it tends to he a little gooey and sticky so its not something we have a label for.
Anyway I went to California for a week or so, ill ship you some when I get back.
Quote from: Mendo Dave on January 04, 2014, 04:23:22 PM
We make a candy with Agave Nectar for farmers markets but it tends to he a little gooey and sticky so its not something we have a label for.
Anyway I went to California for a week or so, ill ship you some when I get back.
Awwww :) WOOO!!! I'm excited! Jeff was always bragging about the ones he got lol
Quote from: Mendo Dave on January 04, 2014, 04:23:22 PM
We make a candy with Agave Nectar for farmers markets but it tends to he a little gooey and sticky so its not something we have a label for.
Anyway I went to California for a week or so, ill ship you some when I get back.
I was thinking of trying agave but.
http://www.mindbodygreen.com/1-9426-1/8-foods-people-think-are-healthy-but-arent.html (http://www.mindbodygreen.com/1-9426-1/8-foods-people-think-are-healthy-but-arent.html)
Quote from: cokey on January 09, 2014, 04:04:34 PM
I was thinking of trying agave but.
http://www.mindbodygreen.com/1-9426-1/8-foods-people-think-are-healthy-but-arent.html (http://www.mindbodygreen.com/1-9426-1/8-foods-people-think-are-healthy-but-arent.html)
I wasn't happy with the agave anyway. So far nothing works as well as Cane Sugar. At least not for brittle.