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| Re: Klingon Empire-inspired Coaster! [message #54040 is a reply to message #54012 ] Fri, 14 September 2012 19:33 UTC |
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Only thing I can say against it is, sandstone isn't waterproof. It will fade colors, and from what I've heard, can damage the integrity of the piece.
The Mad Moder
michael@shapeways.com
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| Re: Klingon Empire-inspired Coaster! [message #54099 is a reply to message #54012 ] Sat, 15 September 2012 22:05 UTC |
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That's a really clever use of the Klingon Empire logo. I'd be careful with that top point, though - it seems awfully thin at the tip.
Now you need one for the United Federation of Planets!
"And though we are not now that strength which in old days moved earth and heaven, that which we are, we are; one equal temper of heroic hearts, made weak by time and fate, but strong in will to strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield."
~ Ulysses
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| Re: Klingon Empire-inspired Coaster! [message #54138 is a reply to message #54099 ] Sun, 16 September 2012 22:08 UTC |
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Thanks for your kind words  Yes, the tip actually broke off my beloved coaster when I dropped it. I'll need to soften and shorten it and update the model.
You were right about sandstone - it certainly discolors easily. However, I've spraypainted it black (and plan to continue doing so), and that seems to do a better job of hiding discoloration.
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| Re: Klingon Empire-inspired Coaster! [message #54141 is a reply to message #54138 ] Sun, 16 September 2012 22:18 UTC |
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I would recommend rounding all three of the model's points off equally; that way it will be less likely to break, and still look good.
"And though we are not now that strength which in old days moved earth and heaven, that which we are, we are; one equal temper of heroic hearts, made weak by time and fate, but strong in will to strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield."
~ Ulysses
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