NOBELHOWLUC49 Posted December 25, 2014 Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 Mine is tickets to go and see a 101 Dalmatian's at the theatre with a meal booked before this Saturday. Thanks Kids I love you. I wonder if they want any extras Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emma Posted December 25, 2014 Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 Mine is my opal jewellery. That's my favourite gemstone and I've got some earings, necklace, and two rings. They sparkle all different colours...This is fav. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted December 25, 2014 Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 I love all my presents lol Probably my charm bracelet tho with my charm that terry said reminded him of bings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOBELHOWLUC49 Posted December 25, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 Aww there lovely. Opals are gorgeous and I love that charm bracelet. That's sweet that it reminds of Bings. X Em quite liking that bar of chocolate to Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nstack1228 Posted December 25, 2014 Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 So far mine has been a trip to Vegas to see the Jabbawockeez again but got VIP passes and seats right up front Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Storm Angel n Auroras Mum Posted December 25, 2014 Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 Two imperial candles which have jewels in them! One of them had a lovely necklace in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goingsolo Posted December 25, 2014 Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 Front row centre tickets to see Midge Ure, which I knew about. Lovely new bag both from hubby x. My secret santa, personalised glass plus drinkies to go in it, in fact all lol. my new bag Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goingsolo Posted December 25, 2014 Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 Daughter and soon to be son (30 days argh) have just come back and given me "our zoo" book 1 spoilt mommy x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robke Posted December 25, 2014 Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 This is what I got from my sister...needs to be cleaned, need to figure what it is made of, know it is old they bought it a long time ago when on holiday visiting family in Nova Scotia... Love it but then love all my gifts including the stripper pen my son got me..LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOBELHOWLUC49 Posted December 25, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 That my friend is a piece of art work. do not clean.... As for the stripper pen enjoy till he ink runs out. x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robke Posted December 25, 2014 Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 That my friend is a piece of art work. do not clean.... As for the stripper pen enjoy till he ink runs out. x there is a lot of nicotine stain on it that is why I would like to try and clean it with maybe just some luke warm water and a soft toothbrush... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOBELHOWLUC49 Posted December 25, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 Em would like to feel the texture. can you do a test spot, very very small. just a drop of water on the underneath. then leave it a bit see how it reacts. No Scrubbing.. Can you give me more of a history.. country, history etc. Can you tell me what it feels like.. Is there any milkiness to the water test. X All aside it is beautiful. X Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robke Posted December 25, 2014 Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 Em would like to feel the texture. can you do a test spot, very very small. just a drop of water on the underneath. then leave it a bit see how it reacts. No Scrubbing.. Can you give me more of a history.. country, history etc. Can you tell me what it feels like.. Is there any milkiness to the water test. X All aside it is beautiful. X made in new Foundland Canada my sis bought it about 25 years ago and it does not state what it is made from...underneath not possible as it has felt glued to it all over... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOBELHOWLUC49 Posted December 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 28, 2014 Have you tried cleaning it yet. ????? or are you still to "xmas" busy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robke Posted December 28, 2014 Report Share Posted December 28, 2014 Have you tried cleaning it yet. ????? or are you still to "xmas" busy. No I have not yet...to be honest am a bit scared...with the what if... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robke Posted December 28, 2014 Report Share Posted December 28, 2014 I now know what it is...and it is made from resin and stone... so now would like to figure out how to get the nicotine green/brown of LOL Newfoundland Dog Sled Statue "Tanglewood Art" 6 1/2" long Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stormy Posted December 28, 2014 Report Share Posted December 28, 2014 My pandora bracelet wanted one for years! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val (Zebedee) Posted December 28, 2014 Report Share Posted December 28, 2014 Best pressie HAS to be adopting Demon, our newest foster boy! I'm back to being a permanent 3 husky household again I bought Grumpy 2 tickets to see Mrs Browns Boys on tour - he'd better take me along with him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carly Posted December 28, 2014 Report Share Posted December 28, 2014 I got GHD's, perfume & my very own real life giraffe, adopted at Chester Zoo with my name on a plaque! But my best present this year was my new engagement &wedding rings which we ordered last week and collected yesterday.....now just got to plan my wedding.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val (Zebedee) Posted December 28, 2014 Report Share Posted December 28, 2014 very pretty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOBELHOWLUC49 Posted December 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 28, 2014 Aww they are absolutely beautiful. X And wow do you get home visits from the giraffe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carly Posted December 28, 2014 Report Share Posted December 28, 2014 Lol I wish I got a home visit from my giraffe but sadly I don't :0( but can you imagine the walks if we did, two huskies and a giraffe, what a combo! :0) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOBELHOWLUC49 Posted December 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 28, 2014 Ok I am guessing this is Lime stone/Marble? This is very prone to absorption of oils from handling and I imagine this will be quite deep seated especially with the nicotine. It is easily scratched so NO tooth brush... No rubbing with cloths, and no feather dusters. as for the green and brown this could be a chemical reaction to the oils/nicotine etc or just that it has become damp. Now I am on the wrong side of annoying Mr lap top. So will need to change over to let you have the info I have found. But personally I would take it to a professional who will tell you the cleaning care required and importantly how to keep it clean and safe from further discolouration and damage. I am no expert, but used to run a house clearing and second hand shop so on occasion we would come across some really cool little pieces. Still have a beautiful vase... Also a lot of junk was found. I have a statue of a little cherub doing naughty weeing in the garden... He lost his head , but I keep it near to him. The woofs role it down the garden sometimes so I have to rescue it and put it next to him again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robke Posted December 28, 2014 Report Share Posted December 28, 2014 Ok I am guessing this is Lime stone/Marble? This is very prone to absorption of oils from handling and I imagine this will be quite deep seated especially with the nicotine. It is easily scratched so NO tooth brush... No rubbing with cloths, and no feather dusters. as for the green and brown this could be a chemical reaction to the oils/nicotine etc or just that it has become damp. Now I am on the wrong side of annoying Mr lap top. So will need to change over to let you have the info I have found. But personally I would take it to a professional who will tell you the cleaning care required and importantly how to keep it clean and safe from further discolouration and damage. I am no expert, but used to run a house clearing and second hand shop so on occasion we would come across some really cool little pieces. Still have a beautiful vase... Also a lot of junk was found. I have a statue of a little cherub doing naughty weeing in the garden... He lost his head , but I keep it near to him. The woofs role it down the garden sometimes so I have to rescue it and put it next to him again. OK I will not clean it just gonna leave it as it is gives a wee bit of character as well.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOBELHOWLUC49 Posted December 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 28, 2014 It is a beautiful piece and Some times as you say the wear and tear over time adds to the beauty and interest of the piece, also the historical and sentimental value. thats was a bit la de da. Darling Any way this is what I found out. This is from an extract from the Lapada web site. Marble is porous and discolours easily, particularly in salt or polluted air, and it can be stained by rust, algae and lichen as well as smoke from fires and oil. It is also prone to cracks, chips and breaks. When handling white marble, clean hands are essential. Marble objects will deteriorate much more quickly if displayed outside and even inside they can be damaged by damp, particularly if they are white. Avoid putting them in bathrooms, near open windows, indoor swimming pools or in conservatories and do not spray house plants if they are standing on or near marble as the fine mist may eventually cause the marble to stain. Coffee can permanently stain marble so avoid putting coffee cups on the shelf of a marble fireplace. Do not display marble above fireplaces, radiators and other heat sources as the rising heat will deposit dirt on the surface. When moving marble table tops, carry them vertically, not flat, as they can crack or split very easily. CLEANING Never clean ancient, rare or precious marble pieces or marble that has a deteriorating surface.Always ask for professional advice and be aware that attempts to move stains from porous stone may force the stain deeper or erode the surface. Indoors, do not allow marble to become very dirty but never use dusters, particularly coloured ones, as they tend to rub the dust into the surface and may smear greasy dirt. Feather dusters are also best avoided as any broken ends can scratch the surface. Remove dust with a dry artist's white hogshair paint brush. It is best not to wash marble but if it is very dirty and in sound condition you can clean it by wiping the surface with swabs of cotton wool dampened with a mixture made up of half a pint (300ml) white spirit, half a pint distilled or deionised water and one teaspoon of a non-ionic detergent.The mixture can be kept in a screw-top jar (not metal) and used when necessary having shaken the mixture well before use. Wipe the damp swabs in one direction only and do not rub the surface. Discard as soon as they become dirty and work from the bottom upwards to avoid any cleaning fluid running down on to a still dirty area where it will 'set' the dirt and make it almost impossible to remove. The swabs should not be so wet as to allow the fluid to run. Clean a small area at a time and rinse as you go by wiping with clean swabs of cotton wool dampened with distilled or de-ionised water. Use dampened cotton buds on small objects or intricate carvings, again discarding them as soon as they become dirty.A specialist poultice is used in marble workshops to draw stains out so any badly marked marble is best left to the professional. Marble fireplaces are usually waxed to seal and protect them against dirt but the wax will wear away over time. They can be dusted using the brush attachment of a vacuum cleaner but be very careful not to knock the marble which will scratch it. After cleaning a marble fireplace, as described above, it can be re-sealed with a very little microcrystalline wax and this allows it to be occasionally wiped with a damp cloth. However waxing will accentuate any existing stains so if stains remain after cleaning it is best to leave the fireplace unwaxed. Alabaster, soapstone and onyx are all porous and much softer than marble so can easily scratch or break. Objects made from these materials should never be immersed in water or displayed outside or in a damp room. Remove dust before cleaning otherwise the dirt will be absorbed. Pieces can be cleaned with the same white spirit and water mixture used for marble, using just dampened cotton wool swabs so as not to wet the surface then rinse off with swabs of cotton wool dampened with white spirit. Dry with a paper towel or soft, clean white cloth. To enliven a dull surface, a little microcrystalline wax can be applied and then gently buffed. If alabaster urns are used as lamps, always use a low wattage bulb as too much heat will cause the alabaster to deteriorate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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