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Disgirl
06-06-2010, 10:30 PM
I have spent many hours of work on this batch of breeding cones to fill recent orders. They still need to air dry for several days before I fire them in my kiln. Firing takes 24 hrs to do, then another day to cool down, then ready to pack up and ship to customers. Just thought you all might like to see what my kitchen looks like these days. :D
Barb

2075turner
06-06-2010, 10:35 PM
Very Cool Barb

I wasn't to familiar with the process, so great to see

Thanks:)

vera
06-06-2010, 10:43 PM
Lovely "kitchen " Barb !bet many Discus pairs will be happy to have it in their living room:)
Best of luck!

Altum Nut
06-06-2010, 10:50 PM
Barb,

You definently have a gift for creating these beautiful breeding cones.
I'm sure all SD members are greatful for the many hours involved in your creation.
Not sure if it was mentioned in previous posts....but we should get you on the that TV show "How Is It Made".
I will look into some cones in the near future.
KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK

...Ralph

Eddie
06-06-2010, 10:51 PM
Wow, thats a lot of baby makers! Amazing work Barb....your gonna have to open an industry!

Take care,

Eddie

Disgirl
06-07-2010, 05:36 PM
Thanks Evelyn, Vera, Ralph and Eddie! I am happy that so many discus like my cones well enough to start families on them! Couldn't have a better endorsement of them than to have discus like them!
Barb:D

brewmaster15
06-07-2010, 06:54 PM
I have spent many hours of work on this batch of breeding cones to fill recent orders. They still need to air dry for several days before I fire them in my kiln. Firing takes 24 hrs to do, then another day to cool down, then ready to pack up and ship to customers. Just thought you all might like to see what my kitchen looks like these days. :D
Barb
Wow Barb!!!!!!!!! Thats alot of cones and alot of work. Looks great!!!!!!!!!:)

-al

Disgirl
06-07-2010, 08:10 PM
Thanks Al! Have a great time in Dallas and tell/show us all about it when you can! We all wish we were going too!
Barb:)

David Rose
06-07-2010, 08:10 PM
Great site Barb, but now I'm going to be counting cones to help me fall asleep tonight! :)

Disgirl
06-07-2010, 08:13 PM
David, believe me when I say that my hands are sore after all this clay work! Each cone is made by hand and I have the aching fingers to prove it:D! But I still enjoy making them.
Barb

David Rose
06-07-2010, 08:19 PM
I say you're almost ready for automation Barb...LOL Next time you travel and see road construction, grab a few of these ... :p (just kidding)

DiscusKev
06-07-2010, 10:02 PM
LOL David, that is funny haha.

Pretty cool to see so many cones in production, guess you can take a break now after the long hours of work :)

pinoysport
06-07-2010, 10:06 PM
those are nice... great to see those. I need to try some of those one day

Chad Hughes
06-07-2010, 11:04 PM
Holy Cow Barb!!

I take it you're doing a good bit of dining out since the kitchen is occupied! LOL! Great work Barb! WE all appreciate it very mcuh! You definately found your place as a sponsor here on SD. Great job!

Best wishes!

KeonTheKing
06-07-2010, 11:29 PM
when will you be selling those cones o_O?

Chad Hughes
06-07-2010, 11:41 PM
when will you be selling those cones o_O?

I keep Barb's cones in stock if you'd like one. You can pick it up when you pick up your new duscus if you like!

FarmerD
06-08-2010, 02:25 AM
If any left from this last batch I will take one as well. RO system about hooked up so time to get a cone in the big tank.

Disgirl
06-08-2010, 08:24 AM
Thanks Chad! Yes, meals have been out :D or ones that don't need the stove or oven, thank heavens for microwaves these days:D. And I am lucky to have a very understanding hubby, of course he sees each cone as $$! That helps alot.
Barb:)

Disgirl
06-08-2010, 08:24 AM
If any left from this last batch I will take one as well. RO system about hooked up so time to get a cone in the big tank.

Sent a PM about this.
Barb

Disgirl
06-08-2010, 08:30 AM
when will you be selling those cones o_O?

These are already sold, they have been ordered in the last 2 weeks and will be shipped out as soon as they are finished. Yes, Chad has some for sale, and I will be taking orders until my hands give out :D!
Barb

Discus-n00b
06-20-2010, 11:01 AM
You're gonna have to start hiring a staff soon Barb to keep up with the demand! ;) They look good!

Disgirl
06-20-2010, 07:41 PM
Thanks Matt! So far I can keep up. I have arthritis in my fingers, just starting, so sometimes that slows me up but so far so good!
Barb:)

blkg35
06-25-2010, 07:36 PM
Received my cones yesterday and they're perfect.
Barb, I'm really pleased with these cones and your packaging is excellent.
I hope my discus loves them as much as I do.......:D