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by GeoSpectrum
Fri 03 Dec, 2021 7:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pricing App.
Replies: 12
Views: 3196

Pricing App.

I spent some time a while back working on a pricing app that I could use on my iPad, iPhone and PC. I’m considering reviving it and offering it to fellow framers. It’s quite simple and doesn’t have the bells and whistles that some of the others have but is is functional and may be all somebody needs...
by GeoSpectrum
Tue 16 Nov, 2021 7:10 pm
Forum: Help!
Topic: 'Matching Spacers' - Barewood Spacer Supplier
Replies: 7
Views: 1402

Re: 'Matching Spacers' - Barewood Spacer Supplier

2nd Rose and Hollis.
by GeoSpectrum
Tue 16 Nov, 2021 2:32 am
Forum: Business Matters
Topic: I am thinking about starting a blog for my business.
Replies: 12
Views: 7446

Re: I am thinking about starting a blog for my business.

iPhone or android phone is all you need for Instagram. You could spend weeks thinking about it or just get on with it.
by GeoSpectrum
Sat 13 Nov, 2021 7:47 pm
Forum: Business Matters
Topic: I am thinking about starting a blog for my business.
Replies: 12
Views: 7446

Re: I am thinking about starting a blog for my business.

Instagram is probably the best bet if you want to find customers as well as showcase your work. Blogs are a little passive and a bit outdated.
by GeoSpectrum
Sat 13 Nov, 2021 8:36 am
Forum: Introductions
Topic: New Member from the new forest
Replies: 9
Views: 4456

Re: New Member from the new forest

Lion or Mainline Mouldings have done mine in the past.
by GeoSpectrum
Tue 02 Nov, 2021 8:26 pm
Forum: Help!
Topic: Can anyone point me in the direction of this moulding please?
Replies: 12
Views: 2682

Re: Can anyone point me in the direction of this moulding please?

I make a lot of these. Very popular.
by GeoSpectrum
Tue 02 Nov, 2021 4:19 am
Forum: Business Matters
Topic: Which accounting software.
Replies: 5
Views: 4761

Re: Which accounting software.

I just use a spreadsheet and submit a ‘cash book’ to my accountant. I tried sage one which was overkill. Keep it simple.
by GeoSpectrum
Sun 31 Oct, 2021 4:13 pm
Forum: Technology - CMC's Computers Etc
Topic: 3D printing
Replies: 4
Views: 3547

Re: 3D printing

My latest prints. A hanger for panels or canvases. Use on its own or in pairs and a traditional keyhole hanger.
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by GeoSpectrum
Sun 24 Oct, 2021 9:34 pm
Forum: Technology - CMC's Computers Etc
Topic: 3D printing
Replies: 4
Views: 3547

Re: 3D printing

I have a Flashforge ADV3. I don’t use it for framing related work but for developing ideas around the easels I build, prototyping etc

I do however use a CNC for framing related jobs.
by GeoSpectrum
Tue 12 Oct, 2021 4:01 pm
Forum: Help!
Topic: Hanging Artwork Flat Against Wall
Replies: 9
Views: 2054

Re: Hanging Artwork Flat Against Wall

I came up with these a while back. They attach to the back of the frame/canvas and give a stand off of about 15mm which gives a nice floating effect.
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by GeoSpectrum
Thu 07 Oct, 2021 11:13 am
Forum: Help!
Topic: Workshop tips
Replies: 22
Views: 6825

Re: Workshop tips

I’ve go three tape measures, no idea where they are. :head:
by GeoSpectrum
Wed 06 Oct, 2021 3:21 pm
Forum: Help!
Topic: Excalibur adjustment
Replies: 4
Views: 1369

Re: Excalibur adjustment

    I had the same. There are white nylon shaped sliders that run on the alloy vertical. Tighten these with the appropriate Allen key.
    by GeoSpectrum
    Wed 06 Oct, 2021 7:11 am
    Forum: Help!
    Topic: Workshop tips
    Replies: 22
    Views: 6825

    Re: Workshop tips

    For glass and board I use a wall mounted Excalibur 5000, it frees up a lot of work surface.
    by GeoSpectrum
    Fri 01 Oct, 2021 4:34 pm
    Forum: General Discussion
    Topic: Joining a Large Frame using Tapered Keys - For theFirst Time
    Replies: 14
    Views: 2770

    Re: Joining a Large Frame using Tapered Keys - For theFirst Time

    I screw a removable piece of plywood to the back, leave it to project a little and it gives a little corner protection too.
    by GeoSpectrum
    Tue 28 Sep, 2021 5:05 pm
    Forum: Help!
    Topic: Big advice wanted for a big frame
    Replies: 9
    Views: 1640

    Re: Big advice wanted for a big frame

    It doable apart from glazing. I’m sure acrylic is available In that size it just depends on how many arms and legs the customer has to spare. The moulding could be joined either with a scarf joint or a lap Joint but it would need a decent metal plate at the rear Reinforce things. You would also need...
    by GeoSpectrum
    Thu 23 Sep, 2021 11:36 am
    Forum: Business Matters
    Topic: Turnover
    Replies: 12
    Views: 7919

    Re: Turnover

    Regrading website I use EKM and would thoroughly recommend them for e-commerce websites.
    by GeoSpectrum
    Thu 23 Sep, 2021 11:35 am
    Forum: Business Matters
    Topic: Turnover
    Replies: 12
    Views: 7919

    Re: Turnover

    Use Instagram it’s quick and easy and on your phone. Blogs are a bit old hat, Facebook also to some degree.
    by GeoSpectrum
    Thu 23 Sep, 2021 7:27 am
    Forum: Business Matters
    Topic: Turnover
    Replies: 12
    Views: 7919

    Re: Turnover

    I use social media and my website. No walk ins or visitors to the workshop. I don’t sell glazed frames and don’t do football shirts or needlework. Ive put up my prices and turn down a lot of work. I’ve never been busier…and I’m trying to slow down. So, in order of importance… 1. Make the most of soc...
    by GeoSpectrum
    Tue 14 Sep, 2021 2:45 pm
    Forum: Help!
    Topic: What are your favorite bare woods for mouldindings and why?
    Replies: 1
    Views: 663

    Re: What are your favorite bare woods for mouldindings and why?

    As most of my frames are painted it matters not. I like tulip the most I think, but it’s only available in so many profiles. I use hundreds of feet of oak but that is for easels, not frames. I like oak.