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Nikkbo is in!
Hi Lynda…My name is Char and I have never blogged before so this will be a first. I had signed up for emails sometime ago and have been watching you grow in the new jewelry designs. By the way great work. I look forward to your posts and am always inspired by your work and also your heart. I lived in Escondido for 20 yrs before moving to northern Arizona. I used to be sterling and gemstones only and have branched out into other areas which I am loving. I recently took a couple of classes on metal and wire and am really enjoying. I have my jewelry in a couple of galleries right now. Used to do shows on the square downtown however I still work full time so had to give that for the time being. So I would like to add my name to the drawing for the torch. Hope to see more of your beautiful and refreshing designs. Char
Glad that you’re finding learning and selling opportunities in your new community, Char. Your name is in the hat!
As I said in your last post, I really like your new torch and the fact that Thad w/Sterno gave you a couple to give away is just icing on the cake. I enjoyed the video, too. My little micro-torch doesn’t seem to give me enough heat for the simple h bangles I like to make and I miss making them because of this. Good luck w/the drawing. I’m throwing my hat in the ‘torch ring’ – good luck to everyone! (I’m pretty sure you have all my info – but if not, give me a holler!) 🙂
This torch definitely has more oomph for those bigger jobs or working with copper. And yes, I have your info… Good luck!
I would love to win a new torch! Thank you for the chance!
You bet, Sue! Your name is in the hat.
Looks like just the thing I need! Good luck to everyone!
Your name’s in the hat, Liz! Fingers crossed!
Thanks so much for these encouraging words! There’ll very likely be some turquoise earrings in my future as it’s one of my favorite stones. Your name is in the hat!
Back again for a chance to win! Thank you for the opportunity.
You are most welcome, Mary! You’re in!
I am getting back into jewelry making after a long hiatus – I would love to upgrade my torch! Thank you!
Fingers crossed, Morgan! Your name is in the hat!
Hi Lynda, I just adore your jewelry and love your blog! I’ve just started exploring etching on copper and I’m really interested in using a torch on some of those pieces too. I have a little pencil torch that came in a jewelry supply stash that I purchased from a friend. But, just won’t be adequate for what I have in mind. Very awesome of the folks at Sterno to replace your torch & include extras to give away. So – I’m throwing my name into the hat. Thanks for sharing your work and experience too!
Thanks so much for your support, Kelly! You’re in!
I love your blog. I am a I want to make everything person. I love creating and just bought some tools to do much more in design. I need a torch😀
I know exactly what you mean, Sandy! You’re in!
me me! I want to be as cool as Lynda and own a torch. I think that i could be dangerously creative with this tool.
Cool, huh? Can I tell that to my grandkids?! What fun to be dangerously creative…just make sure your fire insurance is paid up.
yep, tell the grandkids!
Hi Lynda,
I always enjoy your blog and your work. You have really expanded your repertoire. Please enter me in your drawing for the sterno torch. I had now idea they had something like that. It would be nice to have an upgrade from my little refillable torch.
Linda
I still use my little torch for small, light jobs. This one is definitely an upgrade from that! You’re in the hat!
I have been working with sheet copper. Mostly cutting, forming and adding patina to make pendants. I would love try some torch work. Who knows where it might lead?! Thanks for sharing!
Yes, who knows!! Lots more fun, for sure. Thanks for stopping by, Ruth.
Enjoy your e-mails and lovely jewelry designs. Would love a torch. Demo looked really cool!! Would like to learn more!!
Barb Lessen
Yes, Barb…it’s very easy to use. Your name is in the hat!
I always have the need to try something new! This would give me the tool for just that purpose. Thanks for the shot!
Sure thing, Patti! Fingers crossed!
Count me in . Enjoy your blog thank you
Will do, Joann! Good luck!
I have been looking at torches for a long time and have read a lot of reviews because of that. I appreciate it that you have done a lot of work for me :)Winning one would save me from procrastinating some more. What a fun give away.
Great, Tina! Fingers crossed!
I would love to have a torch, and then learn how to use it. LOL! 😀 I have seen some pretty cool pieces that have been torched, and love the look. I am constantly learning new techniques, this would be a great gift to continue in my journey.
Lovely, Belinda…this torch would definitely give you the opportunity to develop new skills and techniques. Good luck to you!
would love love to win this torch! I took a class once at my teachers studio, when i was still in cali. loved it. learn to make those ball end headpin. that’s how far i got with it. this will be a good chance to get me going again:)
Hello, Beth! You’re in and good luck!
Wow, just found your blog through Pinterest, what great luck on my part. This is the direction I want to go next in my design adventure and it’s just what my Pammy Pod (studio space) needs. Thanks for sharing!
Hi, Pam! Thanks for stopping by! Your name’s in the hat for this…good luck!
I would love to play with a “real torch” – this is a terrific giveaway! I currently have some basic torches that I struggle with. Love your beautiful designs! Melinda Orr http://www.bandana-girl.com
You’re in, Melinda! This one definitely ups the flame game.
I would love to win a new torch! I have been teaching myself how to solder for the last year or so. Having a good torch would be a big help! Pretty please count me in! Thanks for the giveaway!
Angi Mullis dj2isme@aol.com
Kudo’s for being self taught…a brave lady! It took me two classes before I could pick up the torch at home. Your name’s in the hat!
My butane torch is about to quit on me so this would be awesome! Thanks for the opportunity!
Once you get the hang of the torch, it is great, isn’t it!
Your name is in the hat, Laura.
I would love to win!! I am also self taught…so so much to learn!!!!
Finger crossed, Cecelia! A torch would be great to add to your tool belt.
You have a great blog going on…lots of ideas and helpful information! I am going to go to the beginning and start reading some more. I am a new, self-taught jewelry designer and love to learn new methods of jewelry making…so a torch would be awesome to add to my toolbox and learn something new. Good luck to all!
The ability to solder would definitely up your jewelry game, Susan. Your name’s in the hat!
Ahh, this is so great of both you and the company! I’d love to be in the running to win one…my current little torch can’t really handle the larger wire gauges! As for contact info: laurenm.huber@yahoo.com
This torch definitely has more fire power for those bigger jobs. Good luck, Lauren!
Hi Lynda! I’m having fun looking through your blog pages! It’s also been fun seeing you create new beautiful pieces in our jewelry class on Tuesday nights. Dave and I would love a chance to win the torch. Perfect for him especially with all his copper creations!
Hi, Barb and Dave! This would definitely work for the thicker copper Dave is working with. Such beautiful rings and cuffs! You’re in!
I would love to add some fire power to my jewelry designs and go down some new roads. Thanks for hosting the giveaway!
You are welcome, Sarajo! You’re name is in!