Timberstone Turnings hairsticks

[Neoma]

I stumbled across this vendor (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32998377)on Etsy today. I want! Has anyone purchased anything from him?

[Tabitha]

Ooh how pretty those are! :inlove:

[Sam-I-Am]

Wow, his work is fantastic. And, imo, underpriced. I hearted him :)

[GlassEyes]

Agreed. O_O Wow, those are pretty.

I picked an awesome time to quit my job. xD;

[OhioLisa]

I hearted him a while back. I have been trying not to order. I don't know how much longer I can hold out though. :p

[little_acorn]

He's work is fantastic :D, I've been talking to him about hair sticks and stuff as he was after ideas

[wendyg]

Tell him shorter is good. :)

wg

[spidermom]

Oh darn, you know - pretty work, but those turned sticks make me think of table and chair legs or those posts holding up the banister. I just can't fall in love.

[little_acorn]

Yeah I suggested a range of sizes, some that are less ornate, some different woods, different inlay patterns etc etc

- if anyone has any other ideas let me know an I'll pass them on :D
- he's really keen to make stuff for fun that we might like

[coppercurls]

Wow, those are very pretty. My budget is too stressed right now to place an order. I must heart him & show DH what a wonderful Christmas present these would make!:p

[Neoma]

Tell him shorter is good. :)

wg I agree, wendyg. I get so frustrated because some woodcrafters think that the average hairstick needs to be 7" long.


Yeah I suggested a range of sizes, some that are less ornate, some different woods, different inlay patterns etc etc

- if anyone has any other ideas let me know an I'll pass them on :D
- he's really keen to make stuff for fun that we might like
This is good to know, little_acorn. Thank you for letting us know.

[wendyg]

neoma: what I can never figure out is how anyone wears an 8in stick - and you do see some of those.

wg

[Tabitha]

I'm another who prefers shorter sticks. Shorter sticks also do better with not-so-large toppers IMO, to keep the stick balanced.

It would be nice if he could mail to non-US destinations - but then seeing as you are in NZ, little acorn, I guess you already have that covered :wink:.

[ClareDee]

Very nice sticks. Agree with wendyg - some shorter ones would be great. Or maybe he could offer to shorten any sticks to the buyer's preferred length after purchase.

Oh, and encourage him to list international shipping prices! :)

[marikamt]

I think they are really pretty... I love the inlays. I wonder if he could do an inlayed fork????

[Gemma]

I've been looking at these for a little while. :) They remind me of Tibetan Buddhist prayer wheels. Very nice!

[Sam-I-Am]

I think they are really pretty... I love the inlays. I wonder if he could do an inlayed fork????

There's probably no harm in asking! But it looks like his niche is turning.

[kdaniels8811]

I LOVE these! You evil enablers, I was done with hairsticks, I have plenty but ohhhh!! Those are wonderful!

[chloeishere]

I messaged him to ask about a custom order. It's in process now, so I'll let you guys know how it turns out!

He's very, very nice and replies very quickly, by the way. I did suggest shorter sticks (he's making a shorter, less ornate one for me, with a malachite inlay).

[Anje]

Ooh, I like those. I'll have to check in in a bit to see how they look a little shorter and less ornate, but the general look appeals to me.

I've got him/her hearted. Maybe that'll translate to getting something (I look a lot more than I buy).

[Neoma]

neoma: what I can never figure out is how anyone wears an 8in stick - and you do see some of those.

wg I agree. Even if my bun were big enough to merit one, the stick would, well "stick" out past my head on both sides.


I've been looking at these for a little while. :) They remind me of Tibetan Buddhist prayer wheels. Very nice!Me, too, Gemma! I thought that's what they were. I did a double take.


I LOVE these! You evil enablers, I was done with hairsticks, I have plenty but ohhhh!! Those are wonderful! My work here is done. :demon:


I messaged him to ask about a custom order. It's in process now, so I'll let you guys know how it turns out!

He's very, very nice and replies very quickly, by the way. I did suggest shorter sticks (he's making a shorter, less ornate one for me, with a malachite inlay).chloeishere, thank you for sharing your experience. I am really looking forward to seeing what he makes for you! :flower:

[catysue]

omg, his stuff is beautiful! and he lives in overland park, which is like... 30 minutes from where I live! if I bought from him, I would be buying local... heehee 8)

[Neoma]

omg, his stuff is beautiful! and he lives in overland park, which is like... 30 minutes from where I live! if I bought from him, I would be buying local... heehee 8)catysue, I think it is your civic duty to buy from him to promote your local economy. :silly:

[chloeishere]

It's done! He asked me to leave the listing up for a little while so people would see it before it sold. Here it is. (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33206624) :D

I like it very much, can't wait to get it!

[little_acorn]

It's done! He asked me to leave the listing up for a little while so people would see it before it sold. Here it is. (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33206624) :D

I like it very much, can't wait to get it!

Thats stunning :D

[patience]

chloeishere, wow that was fast! Your stick is very pretty.

I've hearted him :)

[mwedzi]

Really beautiful. I love the black stick you linked to. The prices are really reasonable. Too bad I'm broke. I've added him to my favorites, though, for when I'm not.

[chloeishere]

I will be sure to post an action picture when I get it. I'll probably leave it until Sunday night, so it will ship Monday.

He does work super fast!

[Sha-na-na]

I think he has been listening... Oooooooooooo:
http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t296/coolbeansmellon/redyellow.jpg

[Sha-na-na]

Chloeishere, I got one like yours in a different inlay. I will post pics too when I get it. It will match my uniform at work :).

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t296/coolbeansmellon/turnedblue.jpg

[teela1978]

I think he has been listening... Oooooooooooo:
http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t296/coolbeansmellon/redyellow.jpg

Those are lovely.

[chloeishere]

Wow, Sha-na-na! It's gorgeous!

BTW, I bought mine Monday morning, and he shipped it at lunch time, so I should have it soon. :D

I love the lapis ball one he had listed too, but I really shouldn't be buying any more hairsticks, so I held off.

[chloeishere]

It arrived! And it's so, so beautiful. He really means it when he says the finish is like the one on a piano, it's incredibly smooth, and very shiny. The inlay work is absolutely incredible! I love it! It came in a black velvet pouched, packed in bubblewrap, packed in a box like ketylos or graydogs come in.

But... I can't do pictures right now. My camera is at home, my webcam cannot do any justice at all, and my camera phone is almost as bad.

I'll take pictures the next time I'm home with cleanish hair, I promise!

[Sha-na-na]

Can't wait for pics!!!! EEEeeeeeeee.

[Sha-na-na]

Okay, I got mine today and I adore it. The inlay work is really amazing, and it looks lovely in my hair. :D
http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t296/coolbeansmellon/101_1854.jpg
http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t296/coolbeansmellon/101_1852.jpg
Hypno Bun

[patience]

That looks really nice Sha-na-na. Simple but elegant :thumbsup:

[Gemma]

Sha-na-na, you have the best taste in hair toys!

[little_acorn]

wow that looks awesome :D

[Sha-na-na]

Sha-na-na, you have the best taste in hair toys!

Awwww, thanks Gemma! I try!:)

[little_acorn]

:cheese: ok does anyone live near Timberstone Turnings, who are based in Overland Park Kansas and would be willing to give them a hand with a prototype? :cheese:


Doug is seeking a hair model to try out a new prototype hair stick he is working on for wound buns. If anyone is interested in trialling the new stick type out please send me a PM.


I should point out that I don't work for Timberstone Turnings and have no moneitary interest in Timberstone Turnings. Doug's just become a bit of an internet buddy of mine and I would help him out if I was closer. Basically, Doug is obsessed with making things in wood on his lathe and wants to make the best sticks he can for us users.:flower:

[Hypnotica]

I would.....but I'm living so very far away...

[snowbear]

Wow, those are gorgeous!

[embee]

I love the sticks which have been purchased. Those are the style I'd choose, just a smooth and simple and elegant, oooh! Next paycheck? ;)

[chloeishere]

Hi! I'm sorry for the wait guys. I can't believe how busy my life is, right now-- but, to make up for the wait, I spent some quality time with my camera, and I took a LOT of pictures. Dial-up, beware!
This is seriously my favorite stick that I've ever owned. I've worn it every day since I got it, though I do have different stick that I wear for sleeping. :p
I really tried to capture how pretty this stick is, but you just don't get the feel from pictures. I did my absolute best, though.
Full length
http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k152/chloeishere/IMG_7009c.jpg
Topper focus-- it's different from every angle, and it's really pretty from every angle, but I just don't have the capabilities to capture it.
http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k152/chloeishere/IMG_6959c.jpg
This is a really horrible messy equilibrium bun that I just did to get my hair off my back while I was carrying a backpack and about 50 pounds of other stuff down from my car. It is a decent view of the topper, though.
http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k152/chloeishere/IMG_6936c.jpg
Lazy wrap bun:
http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k152/chloeishere/IMG_6998c.jpg
Nautilus bun, which I only recently mastered. It's two different angles on the same bun.
http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k152/chloeishere/IMG_6964c.jpg
http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k152/chloeishere/IMG_6970c.jpg

And that's all! I hope the pictures made up for the tardiness.

[Sha-na-na]

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k152/chloeishere/IMG_6959c.jpg
http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k152/chloeishere/IMG_6936c.jpg


Wow! Great pics, and a lovely stone inlay. I love that color!

[little_acorn]

WOW beautiful and it looks amazing in your hair :D

[Elle214]

That stick looks great in your hair!! And the inlay pattern looks fabulous!!

[Tangerine]

What a beautiful stick, chloeishere. I really love the shape of the stick, and the inlay is phenomenal. I can imagine it must be your favourite hair toy. It looks great!
:blossom:

[chloeishere]

Thank you so much for the compliments on the stick Sha-na-na, little_acorn, Elle, and Tangerine!

I did my best, but t's definitely prettier is person. I should mention that the wood color is closest in this one:
http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k152/chloeishere/IMG_6959c.jpg
And the stone color isn't perfect in any of them, it's more vivid, and a beautiful vibrant green that I really couldn't capture accurately. But if you imagine it as a more vivid green with the same variations, you get the idea.

He is apparently going to name this basic style (tapered stick with a larger round topper, with a inlay stripe) the Chloe. Eep! I just looked at the listings he put up, and the name is featured rather prominently. Oh well!

[Tabitha]

Chloe, that is absolutely gorgeous! :inlove:

[Tangerine]

previously posted by chloeishere
He is apparently going to name this basic style (tapered stick with a larger round topper, with a inlay stripe) the Chloe. Eep! I just looked at the listings he put up, and the name is featured rather prominently. Oh well!

That is so cool!

[chloeishere]

Thank you Tabitha!

Thanks, Tangerine, it is pretty cool. I don't think it'll ever be an Ursula from Baerreis, but that's okie-dokie by me. He did ask first if it was okay to call it that. I thought it was nice of him to offer, but wow, he really mentions the name a few times there!

[Gabriel]

I just bought a set of plain Chloes! I'm pretty excited and can't wait to get them. :)

[Ramona_Fosca]

I don't think it'll ever be an Ursula from Baerreis,

I am not so sure about that - it really looks stunning in all the pics you posted! I've got mine on the way now... I am really overspending this month - and this one is your fault entirely:p

[SimplyViki]

Oh, man... now I want to buy a Chloe for my mom, with a Rhodochrosite inlay. :wail: I'm all out of hair toy funds!

[chloeishere]

Gabriel, those are pretty! Let us know how you like them. I bet they'll be gorgeous in your hair!

Ramona, I saw yours in his sold pictures. They are gorgeous-- I'll happily take the enabling blame for that one. :D

[Sha-na-na]

I am thinking that his new design will involve bumps... but not sure. Hmmmmm... Can't wait to see it!

[chloeishere]

I was thinking that too, Sha-na-na. I've been checking every now and again to see if he's posted it yet, but so far, nope.

[Loviatar]

I bought this:

http://www.etsy.com/view_transaction.php?transaction_id=20901207

and Doug has just asked if, as I was the first buyer of the lapis ball style, he could name this style "The Juliette" after me. OMG. :oops:

[Sha-na-na]

I bought this:

http://www.etsy.com/view_transaction.php?transaction_id=20901207

and Doug has just asked if, as I was the first buyer of the lapis ball style, he could name this style "The Juliette" after me. OMG. :oops:

Awwww. What a smart man! He knows what us women like, huh? He is seducing us with his gorgeous sticks and names. I like it! Give me more!!!!!:p:p:p

[marikamt]

I bought this:

http://www.etsy.com/view_transaction.php?transaction_id=20901207

and Doug has just asked if, as I was the first buyer of the lapis ball style, he could name this style "The Juliette" after me. OMG. :oops:

That is SOOOO pretty!!!! I want one in a big way!!!!! I think his sales must be thru the roof, he has only a few things left... have to wait for him to restock or order custom...... go LHC!!!!

[chloeishere]

I loved that lapis ball stick, Loviatar! I absolutely would have gotten it if I could afford it. I’m so glad its going to a good home (and please post pictures so I can drool)!

[Gabriel]

I just wanted to alert the unofficial fanclub here that the Cascading Chloe has been posted. It is very pretty and totally original looking.

[marikamt]

I just wanted to alert the unofficial fanclub here that the Cascading Chloe has been posted. It is very pretty and totally original looking.

OMG!!!! I am done for.... that is so beautiful... I NEED one.......

[chloeishere]

:thud:
http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.101079537.jpg
Wow. I LOVE it. :thudpile:

Man, he can name anything he wants after me!

[marikamt]

:thud:
http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.101079537.jpg
Wow. I LOVE it. :thudpile:

Man, he can name anything he wants after me!

DITTO!!!!!!! :D

[mwedzi]

:thud:
http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.101079537.jpg
Wow. I LOVE it. :thudpile:



Make room for me :thudpile: That is just beautiful! I can't wait to see that in someone's hair.

[RoseRedDead]

(^No offense meant, but it's kind of... sperm-y looking... teehee.)

I want one of those princess sticks!

[little_acorn]

OMG that is seriously amazing

[marikamt]

(^No offense meant, but it's kind of... sperm-y looking... teehee.)

I want one of those princess sticks!

SOMEone has a one track mind... heehee :lol:

[little_acorn]

(^No offense meant, but it's kind of... sperm-y looking... teehee.)

I want one of those princess sticks!


:rollin: whats wrong with sperm??

[Gabriel]

Sperm! You all are silly :p. I just looked again today and now there's a Crosshatch Chloe that is soooo swoon worthy.

[chloeishere]

Did someone here get the Cascading Chloe, and if so, can we plllllllease have pictures when you get it?! Thankee!

[Gabriel]

I just checked my mail and my plain Chloes arrived! They are amazingly prettier than my lackluster self photo skills show.

The finish on them is so smooth and glossy and the wood grain (color) kind of goes from dark brown to a honey in the sun gold.

They're more dainty than they look in the pictures too. Very sturdy and solid feeling though.

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?pictureid=54928&albumid=4001&dl=1257800546&thumb=1

[little_acorn]

I just checked my mail and my plain Chloes arrived! They are amazingly prettier than my lackluster self photo skills show.

The finish on them is so smooth and glossy and the wood grain (color) kind of goes from dark brown to a honey in the sun gold.

They're more dainty than they look in the pictures too. Very sturdy and solid feeling though.

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?pictureid=54928&albumid=4001&dl=1257800546&thumb=1


Those look great - I wondered who had ordered those :D

[Ramona_Fosca]

So here's my second custom - ordered even before the first one arrived...

http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.101664164.jpg

I just could not resist this intricate inlay pattern - and I was afraid he might up his prices once he gets flooded with LHC members ordering...

[Gabriel]

Ramona_Fosca I was wondering who grabbed that one all up! Definitely another beautiful stick. Can't wait to see pictures of these new designs in some hair!

[Elle214]

So here's my second custom - ordered even before the first one arrived...

http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.101664164.jpg

I just could not resist this intricate inlay pattern - and I was afraid he might up his prices once he gets flooded with LHC members ordering...


WOW!! This stick looks amazing!! Love it :)

[melikai]

Beautiful stick Ramona; I noticed it too.

I've just ordered a custom stick from Doug! He's great to deal with so far. The one I ordered is a Princess stick with a modified bottom, and two bands of Amethyst.

I'll show pictures when I get it!

[Neoma]

Beautiful stick Ramona; I noticed it too.

I've just ordered a custom stick from Doug! He's great to deal with so far. The one I ordered is a Princess stick with a modified bottom, and two bands of Amethyst.

I'll show pictures when I get it!What kind of wood will your new stick be made out of?

I'm curious to see this stick. I love amethyst.

[melikai]

The African blackwood. :)

And it's finished! http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34402737 Wow, he's very fast. He was so sweet - he said that it's one of his favourite pieces he's done so far, and he wants me to keep it up for a couple of days so that more people can see it!

I'm completely thrilled!

[kdaniels8811]

Wow! That is just beautiful! I am thinking of getting one that would be similar, must hold offfffffff.... But I don't have anything purple. This thread is SO enabling!

[little_acorn]

Aww thats lovely Melikai - I'm looking forward to action pics of that one :D

[melikai]

Yeah, I'll have to get much better at hairdos now.... :rolleyes: :lol:

[Medievalmaniac]

hmmmm....y'all are enablers of the best sort! I've convo'd him about a custom....

[little_acorn]

Yeah, I'll have to get much better at hairdos now.... :rolleyes: :lol:

:rollin: you could always do what I do and resort to the standard cinnabun for action pics LOL

[little_acorn]

hmmmm....y'all are enablers of the best sort! I've convo'd him about a custom....


He's lovely you'll get an awesome custom :D

:drama: action pics :D

[Neoma]

The African blackwood. :)

And it's finished! http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34402737 Wow, he's very fast. He was so sweet - he said that it's one of his favourite pieces he's done so far, and he wants me to keep it up for a couple of days so that more people can see it!

I'm completely thrilled!
OMG, that is stunning! I can't wait to see an action shot. The contrast will look fabulous in your hair. :flower:

[melikai]

:rollin: you could always do what I do and resort to the standard cinnabun for action pics LOL

LOL! Yeah, or my weird blob-knot-hybrid-monstrosity bun. :brains: ;)

[melikai]

OMG, that is stunning! I can't wait to see an action shot. The contrast will look fabulous in your hair. :flower:

Thanks Neoma!!! *excited*

[little_acorn]

LOL! Yeah, or my weird blob-knot-hybrid-monstrosity bun. :brains: ;)


The trick is to claim it as a new bun type and we could all be doing the 'Melikai bun' - then it would just be cool :cool:

[Neoma]

I just convo'ed Doug. I said that I was interested in a 5" Gabon ebony or African blackwood Chloe stick with opal (natural or lab-created) inlay.

He replied within an hour or so:


Thanks for your inquiry, I'm loving the LHC based on what I'm hearing in various conversations on custom orders.

A couple of things... 1st, I can't work with Ebony, I discovered several years ago (the hard way) that I'm alergic to the dust, that's the reason I use Blackwood. As far as the finish goes, I use a finish that can't be purchased in a can like laquer or shellac, it's my own formula, and it's very hard (and shiny). You may want to check with Chloe as a reference, I believe she was impressed with it, in fact I think her feedback stated so.

As far as the opal is concerned, I've tried working with the Natural stone several times and my inlay results haven't been good because the stone is extremely hard. It burns up grinding burrs in seconds, and like I said, the results just aren't good. I've never tried the lab created stone (nor did I know there is such a thing), do you know if it's similarly hard? If it's not as hard, I'd be glad to give it a shot, I'd just need to find some.


OK, so I'll be happy with African blackwood. I don't want him to invest in lab-created opal, since I suspect that it will be as hard as the real deal.

Now I just have to figure out which stone I want him to use instead. I want something very neutral, so I can wear it with my work clothes, most of which are black or brown.

[lapushka]

Now I just have to figure out which stone I want him to use instead. I want something very neutral, so I can wear it with my work clothes, most of which are black or brown.

What about mother of pearl?

[little_acorn]

What about moonstone? I know Beetnik has done moonstone inlay before so it probably isn't as hard and is very neutral (lovely, gorgeous :D)


I just convo'ed Doug. I said that I was interested in a 5" Gabon ebony or African blackwood Chloe stick with opal (natural or lab-created) inlay.

He replied within an hour or so:



OK, so I'll be happy with African blackwood. I don't want him to invest in lab-created opal, since I suspect that it will be as hard as the real deal.

Now I just have to figure out which stone I want him to use instead. I want something very neutral, so I can wear it with my work clothes, most of which are black or brown.

[trollkjerring]

I also asked for a custom design a few hours ago and he came back to me within one hour.

I am getting the design that melikai posted, with the inlays on both sides, wood will be blackwood with mother of pearl inlay:cheese:

[Neoma]

I just convo'ed Doug. I said that I was interested in a 5" Gabon ebony or African blackwood Chloe stick with opal (natural or lab-created) inlay.

He replied within an hour or so:



OK, so I'll be happy with African blackwood. I don't want him to invest in lab-created opal, since I suspect that it will be as hard as the real deal.

Now I just have to figure out which stone I want him to use instead. I want something very neutral, so I can wear it with my work clothes, most of which are black or brown.

OK, I just got another convo from Doug. I am blown away...

Just a quick follow-up, my wife is out running errands today and I asked her to go to the gemstone store and see if she can get some lab created opal... if she does find it, I'll do a test inlay tomorrow to see if it's workable and let you know.Wow! Talk about trying to keep your customers happy!

I really hope that she can get some and that he can work with it.

If not, I am thinking that citrine inlay would be lovely. It's prety neutral and would look good with most of my black and brown clothes.

[chloeishere]

He does have great service. I asked him if his finish was water-resistant or not, and he made up a test section and tested it that weekend to see if it was or not!

I hope he can make the opal work, but if not, either citrine or mother of pearl would both be lovely! Opal is one of my favorite stones.

[Neoma]

He does have great service. I asked him if his finish was water-resistant or not, and he made up a test section and tested it that weekend to see if it was or not!

I hope he can make the opal work, but if not, either citrine or mother of pearl would both be lovely! Opal is one of my favorite stones.
Yes, MOP is the other stone that I'm considering. The contrast would be lovely.

I love opals. And, I hate to say it, I prefer the lab-created ones. :blushing:

[chloeishere]

:D I like the lab created ones, just because of the different colors. I love black, but as you've probably noticed by the hair toys I choose, I also LOVE color. There are so many pretty combinations!
I'm definitely getting a pair of these (http://www.bodyartforms.com/productdetails.asp?ProductID=2911) in my goal size with my next BAF order. I had a teal-faux-opal pair that was the same style, and they were amazing in person. I got a lot of compliments.

[Medievalmaniac]

I ordered a plainish, double-ended stick in Yellowheart...I cannot WAIT to see this, in my head it is gorgeous. He says he can have it done by tomorrow! WOW.

[little_acorn]

Sounds great Neoma and Medievalmaniac

- looking forward to the action shots :drama:

Chloe I love those - I'm not surprised you're getting some :D

[Sha-na-na]

Oh wow, did you all see this one? :heart:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34471307

[Gabriel]

Oh wow, did you all see this one? :heart:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34471307


I keep staring at that one! I never wear anything that would work with those colors but I am almost tempted to buy it because it's so pretty.

I demand more action shots! :D

[Neoma]

:D I like the lab created ones, just because of the different colors. I love black, but as you've probably noticed by the hair toys I choose, I also LOVE color. There are so many pretty combinations!
I'm definitely getting a pair of these (http://www.bodyartforms.com/productdetails.asp?ProductID=2911) in my goal size with my next BAF order. I had a teal-faux-opal pair that was the same style, and they were amazing in person. I got a lot of compliments.
I have a pair of earrings that are very similar to those from BAF. They really are pretty.

Doug said that his wife picked up some lab-created opal today and he's going to do a sample inlay tomorrow. I hope he can work with it. This would be my dream hairstick.

[little_acorn]

I have a pair of earrings that are very similar to those from BAF. They really are pretty.

Doug said that his wife picked up some lab-created opal today and he's going to do a sample inlay tomorrow. I hope he can work with it. This would be my dream hairstick.


Keep us posted :D

[Sha-na-na]

Doug said that his wife picked up some lab-created opal today and he's going to do a sample inlay tomorrow. I hope he can work with it.

Ohhhhhh, opal... *drools* :inlove:

[Neoma]

I received the following convo from Doug this evening:
Well, curiosity got the better part of me after work... and I'm standing by my original statement, it just doesn't look good in our opinion. Not only is it hard as a rock, (no pun intended) but it looks kind of like light blue washed out glass. I don't think you'll like it.

I replied that I greatly appreciated all the trouble that he went to.

I decided on a 5" cocobolo Chloe with double (blue) turquoise inlay. He's going to make one for me. :D

He also said that he has a number of Chloes made up already that he will be posting soon. Not to enable anyone or anything. :whistle:

[little_acorn]

I received the following convo from Doug this evening:

I replied that I greatly appreciated all the trouble that he went to.

I decided on a 5" cocobolo Chloe with double (blue) turquoise inlay. He's going to make one for me. :D

He also said that he has a number of Chloes made up already that he will be posting soon. Not to enable anyone or anything. :whistle:

Your stick sounds awesome - I'm looking forward to seeing it made up :D

[Wavelength]

You guys are all evil enablers! :twisted:

His work is truly beautiful. I've had an idea for a hairstick in my head for some time, but I'm not sure if it's doable. It involves gemstone inlay too, and this is the first time I've seen a hairstick artist who comes close to already doing what I have in mind. I'm going to contact him to see if my design idea is even possible on a turned stick.

If it is, I'll be digging through my couch cushions for the spare cash to buy one! :D

[Marika]

Oh wow, did you all see this one? :heart:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34471307

I just bought this even though it's a bit on the short side (and I'm broke)... I just couldn't ignore it!:inlove: I have two of his mother of pearl princess sticks and I love them!

[rags]

I just bought this even though it's a bit on the short side (and I'm broke)... I just couldn't ignore it!:inlove: I have two of his mother of pearl princess sticks and I love them!

Aha! So you got it! I went back for it and it was gone. :wail:
Thanks for saving my pocketbook and of course - pics! :D

[melikai]

Yes, MOP is the other stone that I'm considering. The contrast would be lovely.

I love opals. And, I hate to say it, I prefer the lab-created ones. :blushing:

That's going to be a gorgeous stick either way, Neoma!
He's really incredible to work with!

[melikai]

The trick is to claim it as a new bun type and we could all be doing the 'Melikai bun' - then it would just be cool :cool:

True - of course then I'd have to be able to repeat it.... :p


I also asked for a custom design a few hours ago and he came back to me within one hour.

I am getting the design that melikai posted, with the inlays on both sides, wood will be blackwood with mother of pearl inlay:cheese:

Oooo that will be lovely - that was actually my other possible choice!

[Neoma]

Your stick sounds awesome - I'm looking forward to seeing it made up :D

Thank you, little_acorn. :flower: He has one on his site right now that is exactly like the one he's making for me, only half an inch longer. Same wood, same inlay. It's stunning.

He said that he hopes to list it tomorrow.:cheese: Wow, talk about fast!


That's going to be a gorgeous stick either way, Neoma!
He's really incredible to work with!Thank you, melikai. :flowers: I really am impressed by his customer service.

I have to say, most of the hair toy makers that I've dealt with over the years have had incredible customer service and seem to be genuinely nice people.

[Medievalmaniac]

So this is loooooove.....

http://www.etsy.com/get_convo_image.php?convo_id=19511255&image_id=7706926&image_type=full

Mine! Mine! Alllll Minnnnneee!!!!

Doug is really amazing. It wasn't exactly what I wanted at first, and I was kind of worried it wouldn't get there, or that he would just refuse to change it as much as it needed to be modified in order to be right, but he managed to figure out what I was trying to say and absolutely nailed it!!! He was soooo nice about changing it even though it was finished, and now it is EXACTLY what I wanted. SO pretty!!!! YAY. :D

I am a total convert. :)

[little_acorn]

Med we can't see it

I bet it lovely though :D


So this is loooooove.....

http://www.etsy.com/get_convo_image.php?convo_id=19511255&image_id=7706926&image_type=full

Mine! Mine! Alllll Minnnnneee!!!!

Doug is really amazing. It wasn't exactly what I wanted at first, and I was kind of worried it wouldn't get there, or that he would just refuse to change it as much as it needed to be modified in order to be right, but he managed to figure out what I was trying to say and absolutely nailed it!!! He was soooo nice about changing it even though it was finished, and now it is EXACTLY what I wanted. SO pretty!!!! YAY. :D

I am a total convert. :)

[Medievalmaniac]

I'll link to it once he lists it in the shop. :D

[little_acorn]

I'll link to it once he lists it in the shop. :D

you tease you :eyebrows:

[Neoma]

What about moonstone? I know Beetnik has done moonstone inlay before so it probably isn't as hard and is very neutral (lovely, gorgeous :D)
Ohhhhh... Moonstone. Somehow I missed this suggestion yesterday.

If I ask him to make a black stick for me, maybe I'll ask about moonstone. I have several pieces of rainbow moonstone jewelry. I love it.

[little_acorn]

Ohhhhh... Moonstone. Somehow I missed this suggestion yesterday.

If I ask him to make a black stick for me, maybe I'll ask about moonstone. I have several pieces of rainbow moonstone jewelry. I love it.

SOunds a great idea, then if you don't like it I could buy it :eyebrows:

[Medievalmaniac]

OK, now it's officially listed:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34575681

Siiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiigh...! :) Is it bad that I have no more discretionary income at present, but want one in every colored wood? :oD

[little_acorn]

OK, now it's officially listed:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34575681

Siiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiigh...! :) Is it bad that I have no more discretionary income at present, but want one in every colored wood? :oD

Thats lovely :D and thank you for putting me out of my misery :D. I can't wait for the action pics :D. I nkw what you mean abou the lack of discretionary income LOL!!

[melikai]

Oh gods I just want more and more...Moonstone! Different woods! Aghhh!!!

[Neoma]

Doug listed my 5" cocobolo and turquoise Chloe today! :cheese:It is stunningly beautiful, and I can't wait to receive it.

[Neoma]

Not to enable anyone or anything, but Doug has a listing on eBay.com: a Swirling Juliette (http://cgi.ebay.com/Swirling-Juliette-Hair-Stick_W0QQitemZ180433707268QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_D efaultDomain_0?hash=item2a02afe104). It is absolutely stunning!

[little_acorn]

WOW, that is stunning

[Tangerine]

OK, now it's officially listed:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34575681

Siiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiigh...! :) Is it bad that I have no more discretionary income at present, but want one in every colored wood? :oD

I love the look of this - did you design it together with him? Stunning!:inlove:
It reminds me a little of a lovely bolt-shaped stick PurpleWisteria makes in dymondwood that I covet just a little too :D

[Loviatar]

Not to enable anyone or anything, but Doug has a listing on eBay.com: a Swirling Juliette (http://cgi.ebay.com/Swirling-Juliette-Hair-Stick_W0QQitemZ180433707268QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_D efaultDomain_0?hash=item2a02afe104). It is absolutely stunning!

YAY that's named after me :D

*does the happy dance*

[Longlocks3]

I need to walk away, I need to walk away...BUT IT'S ALL SO PRETTY!

[SimplyViki]

I have a question for anybody who owns one of Doug's sticks with a double end - like this one (http://cgi.ebay.com/Swirling-Juliette-Hair-Stick_W0QQitemZ180433707268QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_D efaultDomain_0?hash=item2a02afe104). Does it slide easily into the hair, or does the thingie on the end make it hard to insert? I've been imagining it being difficult to put in, I'm not quite sure why there'd be a thing on the end.

Uh... I need to broaden my descriptive vocabulary. I rely on "thing" and "thingie" too often to describe things. :D Hope you all were able to follow that.

[Gabriel]

Will you all look at this! Whoever gets this *has* to post pics cause it's just so cool.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34693559

Oh and SimplyViki I don't know how well I would handle the double ended regular hair sticks either so curious too!

[little_acorn]

Will you all look at this! Whoever gets this *has* to post pics cause it's just so cool.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34693559

Oh and SimplyViki I don't know how well I would handle the double ended regular hair sticks either so curious too!


Thank you thank you my design :D :D :D :D, I will post pics of mine when I get it - mine is holly with malachite inlay :D

[Tangerine]

That's wicked cool little_acorn, that whole magnet thing it's got going on! I would love to hear how you get on with it in practice (I wonder whether you might get hairs stuck between?). Oh and action shots too please - goes without saying really, doesn't it :p
:blossom:

[little_acorn]

I plan on doing a photo series, i.e. a how to use thingy for Doug :D - hopefully it'll work out ok LOLZ - it'll be my first tutorial - YIKES!

[Medievalmaniac]

Tangerine - I did design it...I asked him for a simple, double-ended Chloe stick, so originally he had it as a double-topper with the Chloe ends, but I was worried it wouldn't insert well, so I asked him to render the ends more equally sized with the stick, tip them a bit, and to include the sort of bump just prior to the ends to help catch in the hair better. (all the while having no idea what he was up to with the magnets! lol) I LOVE my design as it turned out in the end, and I should be getting it in the mail sometime in the next day or so (left it up on the site for others to see but had it mailed Monday). I'll be sure to post action shots. I desperately love the Yellowheart color, but I think this design would also be particularly stunning in the darker wood color as well, so I'm saving up!! :D

he's very talented and he is REALLY great to work with. He was done with my piece and had it listed when I decided I had reservations about the design, and he had no problem taking it off and redoing the ends for me. I highly recommend him to work with!!! (Plus, he'll name the stick after you, and that's just...well, that's kind of cool. :) )

[Tangerine]

I plan on doing a photo series, i.e. a how to use thingy for Doug :D - hopefully it'll work out ok LOLZ - it'll be my first tutorial - YIKES!

That's great :D Can't wait to see it when you're done. Good luck :)




Tangerine - I did design it...I asked him for a simple, double-ended Chloe stick, so originally he had it as a double-topper with the Chloe ends, but I was worried it wouldn't insert well, so I asked him to render the ends more equally sized with the stick, tip them a bit, and to include the sort of bump just prior to the ends to help catch in the hair better. (all the while having no idea what he was up to with the magnets! lol) I LOVE my design as it turned out in the end, and I should be getting it in the mail sometime in the next day or so (left it up on the site for others to see but had it mailed Monday). I'll be sure to post action shots. I desperately love the Yellowheart color, but I think this design would also be particularly stunning in the darker wood color as well, so I'm saving up!! :D

he's very talented and he is REALLY great to work with. He was done with my piece and had it listed when I decided I had reservations about the design, and he had no problem taking it off and redoing the ends for me. I highly recommend him to work with!!! (Plus, he'll name the stick after you, and that's just...well, that's kind of cool. :) )

I can't wait to hear how you experience your design in practice! From reading the thread he really does sound super, and the chance to have a named hairstick is indeed very cool :cool: His work is stunning. Hmmmmm ... maybe if I ask Santa nicely ...

*wanders off humming "Santa baby, just slip a hair stick under the tree, for me ... Been an awful good girl ... Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight "*
:D

[little_acorn]

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_1&listing_id=34802151

This is my stick and named after me too :cheese:

What do you think?

[Tangerine]

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_1&listing_id=34802151

This is my stick and named after me too :cheese:

What do you think?

LOVE the contrast of the colours! The Holly really makes the green pop. Has he sent it off yet?

[Medievalmaniac]

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_1&listing_id=34802151

This is my stick and named after me too :cheese:

What do you think?
"The holly and the ivy/ when they are both full grown/ of all the trees that are in the wood, the holly bears the crown"....Beautiful stick, and worthy of a Wood Goddess!! :D

[Medievalmaniac]

From reading the thread he really does sound super, and the chance to have a named hairstick is indeed very cool :cool: His work is stunning. Hmmmmm ... maybe if I ask Santa nicely ...

*wanders off humming "Santa baby, just slip a hair stick under the tree, for me ... Been an awful good girl ... Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight "*
:D

I spit coffee laughing....you should record this as an LHC music video and post it! :D

[Tangerine]

I spit coffee laughing....you should record this as an LHC music video and post it! :D

Believe me, you really don't want me to do that :laugh: I sing like a sea gull!

Although what with the cold I've been having I do sound a little bit husky at the moment, which would fit the song :rollin:

[Medievalmaniac]

OK...the Melissa came today. Pics first:

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x45/simonebeauvoir2/045-2.jpg

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x45/simonebeauvoir2/043-2.jpg

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x45/simonebeauvoir2/041-1.jpg

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x45/simonebeauvoir2/040-3.jpg

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x45/simonebeauvoir2/044-2.jpg

This design is a hairstick lover's dream come true. It's lightweight, but strong, and it slides right in - no pulling, no catching, no issues at all. You can feel the "catch" as the bumps on either side slide into place around the bun. Hold is very secure both vertically and horizontally because of the end bumps just before the finials. Smoothest finish EVER, and it's glossy and deep, it really is like a piano. Sorry I could not capture the color, I had to use the flash and it washed it out a bit. I'll take more pics later...but in the meanwhile, I am SO getting this same design in a darker wood color as well, and I can totally see this as one of my very favorite sticks - and definitely a go-to when I'm in a hurry!!

[little_acorn]

Looks great :D

[melikai]

I like that a lot! Hopefully you don't mind if I at some point get one in that design too?

I probably won't receive the stick I ordered for a while yet; things take forever to get here. :undecided

[chloeishere]

So, Medievalmaniac, you can insert that double-ended stick like normal? You don't have to do a Chinese bun or anything like that?

If so... my wallet is going "r'uh r'oh." That is gorgeous, and so unique!

[Tangerine]

OK...the Melissa came today. Pics first:

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x45/simonebeauvoir2/045-2.jpg

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x45/simonebeauvoir2/043-2.jpg

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x45/simonebeauvoir2/041-1.jpg

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x45/simonebeauvoir2/040-3.jpg

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x45/simonebeauvoir2/044-2.jpg

This design is a hairstick lover's dream come true. It's lightweight, but strong, and it slides right in - no pulling, no catching, no issues at all. You can feel the "catch" as the bumps on either side slide into place around the bun. Hold is very secure both vertically and horizontally because of the end bumps just before the finials. Smoothest finish EVER, and it's glossy and deep, it really is like a piano. Sorry I could not capture the color, I had to use the flash and it washed it out a bit. I'll take more pics later...but in the meanwhile, I am SO getting this same design in a darker wood color as well, and I can totally see this as one of my very favorite sticks - and definitely a go-to when I'm in a hurry!!

Lovely! And from your description it sounds pretty perfect a hairstick! :flower:

[Gabriel]

Medievalmaniac that looks so awesome!

[Medievalmaniac]

I like that a lot! Hopefully you don't mind if I at some point get one in that design too?

:undecided

I don't mind at all...in fact, I am of the opinion that everybody who wears hairsticks should have one in this design!! It really is super-versatile and super comfy and super secure. :D

And also, Doug says he is going to list some more Melissas in the next few days, so keep your eye out!!

[Medievalmaniac]

So, Medievalmaniac, you can insert that double-ended stick like normal? You don't have to do a Chinese bun or anything like that?

If so... my wallet is going "r'uh r'oh." That is gorgeous, and so unique!

No, it inserts right into any bun I've tried so far (lazy wrap, celtic, braided, cinnamon, chinese, figure 8) with a little wrist-twist. It's designed specifically to be able to do that no matter which side you are sliding it into - hence the double pointed ends. It stays put because of the slight bump at the end of each side of the usable length. It's pretty much a perfect hairstick design. :D

[Armelle]

my wallet is going "r'uh r'oh."

Even the flies coming out of my empty wallet are tearing up! :D When's Christmas??

[chloeishere]

Even the flies coming out of my empty wallet are tearing up! :D When's Christmas??
:laugh: I know!

:flower: Thank you for the information, medievalmaniac. Maybe I will have to convince someone that I *need* one for Christmas, because it's definitely not in my budget right now.

The perils of looking in the smiley list. I think this one is new, and adorably evil. Awwww, bunny! :bunny:

[Heavenly Locks]

eeee.....

I just sent him a message about a custom!!

I'm excited, it's a shape I've been thinking of, and didn't see in his listings. :)

[Longlocks3]

eeee.....

I just sent him a message about a custom!!

I'm excited, it's a shape I've been thinking of, and didn't see in his listings. :)


He is amazing for custom work! AWESOME to work with.

[Medievalmaniac]

Speaking of custom designs:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34911520

Somebody snap it up before I spend money I don't have to spend!!!

[chloeishere]

Speaking of custom designs:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34911520

Somebody snap it up before I spend money I don't have to spend!!!

Whew! It's a bit longer than I want, and I already have a stick from him with that wood. I'm safe for now!

[Neoma]

I received my 5" cocobolo and turquoise Choloe stick today. It is unbelievably beautiful. The design is elegant, the inlay is perfect, the finish is truly like a grand piano -- smooth as glass.

Doug's craftsmanship is equal to Graydog's. In my opinion, Graydog (and maybe Monk) have been the gold standard in hairtoys. Until now, my best hairstick is a turquoise topped, heirloom-quality Graydog that I gladly paid a small fortune for. My new Timberstone Turnings hairstick is every bit as well crafted.

I am already planning my next purchase -- maybe an African blackwood Chloe with MOP crosshatch.

[Longlocks3]

I received my 5" cocobolo and turquoise Choloe stick today. It is unbelievably beautiful. The design is elegant, the inlay is perfect, the finish is truly like a grand piano -- smooth as glass.

Doug's craftsmanship is equal to Graydog's. In my opinion, Graydog (and maybe Monk) have been the gold standard in hairtoys. Until now, my best hairstick is a turquoise topped, heirloom-quality Graydog that I gladly paid a small fortune for. My new Timberstone Turnings hairstick is every bit as well crafted.

I am already planning my next purchase -- maybe an African blackwood Chloe with MOP crosshatch.

When conversing about my custom orders(yea plural, as in two sticks lol). I told him something along the same lines; that we had two very coveted artists(Graydog and Monk) that he may come to rival.

I just paid for my two custom sticks and he already had two sticks up that I REALLY want.

[Neoma]

When conversing about my custom orders(yea plural, as in two sticks lol). I told him something along the same lines; that we had two very coveted artists(Graydog and Monk) that he may come to rival.

I just paid for my two custom sticks and he already had two sticks up that I REALLY want.

The good news is that his prices are extremely reasonable.

[trollkjerring]

I recieved my hairstick today already here in Germany:cheese:

I made my custom order last saturday and one week later it is already here, how awesome is that?

I love his work, the hairstick is perfect in every way and I am sure that I will order from him again.

[little_acorn]

Heh thats super fast :D

- pics? :drama:

[Longlocks3]

This man is amazing. He completed and shipped my custom orders out within three days(would have been sooner if I hadn't asked for a more difficult length). Then today I broke down and bought another one! He emailed me on etsy thanking me for another purchase, on a Saturday!

I was honest, I told him I'm just greedy and trying to snatch up what I like before he becomes too popular.

I can't believe I've ordered three sticks, without evening receiving my first ones yet.

With his beautiful work, quality finishes, and customer service, I hope he becomes wildly popular. Has he been added to our sticky thread of hair toy artists?

[insaney2001]

Hey guys,
I am super excited. I just bought my first hair toys from him. I got the Blackwood princess one with green turqoise inlay and a plain lacewood princess. I totally can't wait to recieve them. Specially since i have not a hairtoy to my name right now and i am really looking forward to having something beautiful to put my hair up with into fancy hairstyles and new and exciting buns.

[melikai]

Nice choices, insaney! Looking forward to pictures.

I can't wait for mine to get here...waiting is torture!

[maria_asa]

This one (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34877038) literally had me drooling. And I don't even like pink...

His work is truly beautiful and I'm having a hard time deciding what kind I want. The "Big Sky" style looks interesting but I'm not quite sure how well it will work. Has anyone here tried it?

[Armelle]

I wonder how busy he'll be around Christmas...I'd like to get one for my birthday. hmm :ponder:

[Ramona_Fosca]

This one (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34877038) literally had me drooling. And I don't even like pink...



Same here... No way this is going with anything in my wardrobe, but it's so beautiful!!

I was just wondering whether the intricate inlay on the shaft might be a little wasted since you won't see much of it...?

[SimplyViki]

Same here... No way this is going with anything in my wardrobe, but it's so beautiful!!

I was just wondering whether the intricate inlay on the shaft might be a little wasted since you won't see much of it...?

Nah... that part's for you. You get to look at it every time you pick up the stick to put it in, and each time you take it out to put it away. :D

[Medievalmaniac]

I'm just putting in another plug for the Melissa style - it's becoming my favorite go-to stick in a big way - easy to use and stays put all day no matter what!! :)

[Longlocks3]

I recieved my two custom sticks in the mail yesterday! I bought a crosshatch chloe in cocobolo with mother of pearl inlay and a princess in lacewood with mother of pearl inlay. Will post pictures later!

[Tangerine]

Nah... that part's for you. You get to look at it every time you pick up the stick to put it in, and each time you take it out to put it away. :D

Oooh what a lovely thought! I tend to dismiss toys where the stick is decorated all the way, but next time I will keep this in mind :D A secret pleasure hair stick :cheese:

[SimplyViki]

Oooh what a lovely thought! I tend to dismiss toys where the stick is decorated all the way, but next time I will keep this in mind :D A secret pleasure hair stick :cheese:
:D Yeah, it's just like a quilt where the underside of it is a satiny fabric in your favorite color. Nobody else knows it's there, but you do!

[truwave]

Very Pretty.

[Longlocks3]

Here they are!

The left one is the crosshatch chloe in cocobolo with mother of pearl inlay. Sadly the machine he uses for the crosshatch cannot(as far as he knows, but I think he's working on figuring out if he can) accommodate the longer length that I wanted. It is JUST long enough, and I'm sad to think about when I will outgrow it! The right stick is the princess style in lacewood with mother of pearl inlay also. Oh and I also have another chloe stick coming lol.

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv49/kaitlinrobertson/011-2.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv49/kaitlinrobertson/016-1.jpg

The finishes are amazing. When I got my package I was wearing my newest Graydog. I took it out and put in one of the Timberstone Turnings sticks. I love them just as much, if not more, than my Graydogs.

[little_acorn]

ooh pretty :D

[Gabriel]

Here they are!

The left one is the crosshatch chloe in cocobolo with mother of pearl inlay. Sadly the machine he uses for the crosshatch cannot(as far as he knows, but I think he's working on figuring out if he can) accommodate the longer length that I wanted. It is JUST long enough, and I'm sad to think about when I will outgrow it! The right stick is the princess style in lacewood with mother of pearl inlay also. Oh and I also have another chloe stick coming lol.

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv49/kaitlinrobertson/011-2.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv49/kaitlinrobertson/016-1.jpg

The finishes are amazing. When I got my package I was wearing my newest Graydog. I took it out and put in one of the Timberstone Turnings sticks. I love them just as much, if not more, than my Graydogs.

Those are beautiful! What's the functional length of the Chloe? These sticks are so lovely, something that strikes the idea of being an heirloom to pass on to a few generations. If you're into that type of thing of course :).

[Longlocks3]

The functional length on the chloe is 5 inches. I wanted 6 but if he figures out how to do that design on longer length I might just ask for a custom order of the exact same stick.

They are super pretty. I'm only 20, so if they can last throughout my life they certainly would be an heirloom!

[Neoma]

I just ordered an African blackwood Chloe with MOP swirls. It's based on the crosshatch Chloe, but instead of the crosshatch, I asked him to extend the ribbons up into the top finial and end in a solid band of MOP.

He's going to make the first band where the bottom finial joins with the stick.

I'm really excited about this hairstick. He's going to ship it on Monday. This calls for dancing cheese and bananas. :cheese::disco:

I'm going to take this opportunity to mention yet again how excellent Doug's customer service is. He replied to each of my convo's within minutes.

[Tabitha]

I agree he is wonderful to work with and his work really is of the highest calibre.

Seeing as this style (http://www.etsy.com/view_transaction.php?transaction_id=21829742) (on the way to me as I type) now bears the name Tabitha I should confess: I now have *ahem* several of his sticks, all thanks to you starting this thread Neoma, enabler extraordinaire! :blossom:

[Neoma]

I agree he is wonderful to work with and his work really is of the highest calibre.

Seeing as this style (http://www.etsy.com/view_transaction.php?transaction_id=21829742) (on the way to me as I type) now bears the name Tabitha I should confess: I now have *ahem* several of his sticks, all thanks to you starting this thread Neoma, enabler extraordinaire! :blossom:
Oh, pretty!!!!!!



Neoma, enabler extraordinaire!
Oh, I like it! Maybe I'll use it in my siggy! :bowtome:

[chloeishere]

Here they are!

The left one is the crosshatch chloe in cocobolo with mother of pearl inlay. Sadly the machine he uses for the crosshatch cannot(as far as he knows, but I think he's working on figuring out if he can) accommodate the longer length that I wanted. It is JUST long enough, and I'm sad to think about when I will outgrow it! The right stick is the princess style in lacewood with mother of pearl inlay also. Oh and I also have another chloe stick coming lol.

[snipped pictures]

The finishes are amazing. When I got my package I was wearing my newest Graydog. I took it out and put in one of the Timberstone Turnings sticks. I love them just as much, if not more, than my Graydogs.

They are beautiful, LongLocks! So, where are the action pictures?!

[Neoma]

Doug accidentally made my hairstick a little too short, so he's going to make a new one for me this weekend. This (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35416260)is what it's going to look like, only a tad bit longer (5" total length).:D

[little_acorn]

NICE :D Neoma - that'll be awesome in your hair

[Neoma]

NICE :D Neoma - that'll be awesome in your hair
Thank you, little_acorn. :flowers:

I see that someone already bought that one. Come on, people! 'Fess up! :p

[maria_asa]

I just bought this one (http://www.etsy.com/view_transaction.php?transaction_id=22171507). I saw it and just went :thud: and had to have it. I also have a custom order on the way which means my hair budget for this month is way overdrawn but these sticks are so worth it.

[SimplyViki]

I just bought this one (http://www.etsy.com/view_transaction.php?transaction_id=22171507). I saw it and just went :thud: and had to have it. I also have a custom order on the way which means my hair budget for this month is way overdrawn but these sticks are so worth it.
:thud: I can see why! That's gorgeous! I don't think I've seen inlay work like that before.

[Gabriel]

Oh wow that's absolutely beautiful inlay work!

[Medievalmaniac]

OMG, I WANT ONE!!!!!!! :oO

[little_acorn]

Me too - I seriously want one WOW

[Neoma]

I just bought this one (http://www.etsy.com/view_transaction.php?transaction_id=22171507). I saw it and just went :thud: and had to have it. I also have a custom order on the way which means my hair budget for this month is way overdrawn but these sticks are so worth it.

OMG, that is stunning! I just convo'ed Doug and told him that I want a butterfly one. The only question is: which wood and stone?

Doug finished my custom ribbon Chloe: African blackwood and MOP. I want it now!

[Longlocks3]

This man is amazing!

[SimplyViki]

How much was that fairy stick, anyway?

[insaney2001]

Yes inquiring minds want to know. Because omfg that is soo gorgeous. I have never seen inlay like that.

[maria_asa]

How much was that fairy stick, anyway?

It was $50 which, for me, is a lot to spend on a hair toy but for all the work that's put into it I don't think it's much at all.

[SimplyViki]

It was $50 which, for me, is a lot to spend on a hair toy but for all the work that's put into it I don't think it's much at all.
Yeah, it's a lot for me, too, but given the apparent quality, I agree with you on it being worth it. Thank you for sharing the price, I wasn't sure if that was a kosher thing to ask. :o

[melikai]

Holy crapola that fairy stick is beautiful! :bigeyes:

[Tabitha]

My package arrived today! I just have to show this one off, the colours are so stunning. I dithered over it as it's bigger than I normally wear, but I think this is one of my favourites already. African blackwood/bloodwood/malachite inlay, in a Pencil Bun.

http://img403.imageshack.us/img403/7036/timberstonebloodwoodmal.jpg

[shrimp]

:thud: @ Tabitha.

That stick is stunning!

[Neoma]

My package arrived today! I just have to show this one off, the colours are so stunning. I dithered over it as it's bigger than I normally wear, but I think this is one of my favourites already. African blackwood/bloodwood/malachite inlay, in a Pencil Bun.

http://img403.imageshack.us/img403/7036/timberstonebloodwoodmal.jpgOMG, Tabitha, that is stunning. The bloodwood is so red that at first I thought it was Dymondwood. Wow!

It looks fabulous in your hair.

This is the first time I am hearing of a "pencil bun." *Neoma wanders off to search for pencil bun instructions...*

[Tabitha]

Thanks shrimp and Neoma!

It really IS that colour, here's a somewhat better picture of the bun

http://img40.imageshack.us/img40/5804/timbblmal.jpg

Here's the Pencil Bun video tutorial: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0k3dD4qX34

It took me a little while to master it, because I'm not very good at grasping instructions! Keep your fingers sticking out of the loop, and twist the loop right up to the top of the head. The pencil must go right through the loop and out the other side, catch scalp hair, flip and through coil right to left, catching a bit of coil on the way out.

It's great for shorter hair, stays very well, copes well with layers and I like the fact that it's not twisted. It's quite informal-looking, but the little "tail" that protrudes bottom left can be tucked in with an anchor pin or Amish pin to make it look a little more polished (if you so desire/can be bothered!).

[Neoma]

Thank you for the instructions, Tabitha! :flowers: Not to hijack the thread, but it's amazing to me how many variations on wrapped buns there are. This one is similar to one that I do, except that the hand starts out under the pony instead of on top of it.

OK, I tried this. My hair is fine and waist length, so I have to wrap the excess length around the base of the bun a few times before I insert the pencil. It looks great, and takes about 10 seconds. Thanks, Tabitha!

[trollkjerring]

Tabitha, both the hairstick and the bun look awesome. But you already know that I adore your hairtoy taste and collection:D

After seeing the lovers hairstick I had to ask Doug about one for me. I love gingko leaves so much and he accepted to make my a cloe style stick out of holly with gingko inlays made of malachite and a band of malachite at the end:cheese:

[little_acorn]

Tabitha, both the hairstick and the bun look awesome. But you already know that I adore your hairtoy taste and collection:D

After seeing the lovers hairstick I had to ask Doug about one for me. I love gingko leaves so much and he accepted to make my a cloe style stick out of holly with gingko inlays made of malachite and a band of malachite at the end:cheese:

Sounds awesome :D

[little_acorn]

My package arrived today! I just have to show this one off, the colours are so stunning. I dithered over it as it's bigger than I normally wear, but I think this is one of my favourites already. African blackwood/bloodwood/malachite inlay, in a Pencil Bun.

http://img403.imageshack.us/img403/7036/timberstonebloodwoodmal.jpg

Stunning :thud:

[Tangerine]

Wow Tabitha, that is a really impressive, beautiful stick in a nice bun!

[Wavelength]

Beautiful stick, Tabitha! :)



After seeing the lovers hairstick I had to ask Doug about one for me. I love gingko leaves so much and he accepted to make my a cloe style stick out of holly with gingko inlays made of malachite and a band of malachite at the end:cheese:

Hah, that's funny -- I've asked Doug for something very similar, only mine is yellowheart with a leafy vine inlay in malachite. Great minds think alike! :D

Mine isn't a Chloe style though, but it does have design elements that are similar. We'll see how it goes.

[Neoma]

Oh, Wavelength, that sounds lovely. I want pics!


Beautiful stick, Tabitha! :)



Hah, that's funny -- I've asked Doug for something very similar, only mine is yellowheart with a leafy vine inlay in malachite. Great minds think alike! :D

Mine isn't a Chloe style though, but it does have design elements that are similar. We'll see how it goes.

[Tabitha]

Thank you, trollkjerring (and the same goes for your collection too! :flowers:) little acorn, Tangerine and Wavelength!

Neoma, I'm glad you had success with that bun!

trollkjerring and Wavelength, both of those ideas sound absolutely gorgeous and I look forward to seeing them when they come to fruition - I think a leafy design will lend itself very well to Doug's technique. I'm sure he'll do an fabulous job with them - he is so talented!

[Heavenly Locks]

I just wanted to update that Doug and I are still collaborating on a design and I also inquired about a custom "lovers" design...

I guess I decided what I want for Christmas! :D :o

[Wavelength]

Neoma and Tabitha: Don't worry, when the stick is finished I'll definitely put up pics! Right now it's still in the planning stages. :)

[Tabitha]

Looks like Doug's getting busy! I hope it's not inappropriate for me to copy and paste this announcement from his Etsy shop:


TimberstoneTurnings's Shop Announcement

********** NOTICE **********
Effective 12/2/2009 we can no longer accommodate custom design requests until maybe after the first of the year. We're happy to customize any of the existing hair stick styles with selected woods and gemstones, however new design requests will be put on hold. With the Holidays approaching, and inventory which needs to be maintained, all combined with the fact that I have a "real" full time job, there just simply aren't enough hours in the day for me to dedicate much time to new design requests.

He deserves to be successful, he is so nice to deal with and does such amazing work.

[Iylivarae]

Darn, I SO wanted to request another design, but I just hesitated too long...

[OleanderTime]

I was so excited to stumble upon this thread. Timberstone Turnings is so beautiful and the work is so unique! I absolutely love it. I actually just purchased my very first hairstick from him. My hair might be a little too short to accommodate beautiful buns like many of you have, but the stick I ordered is one of the shortest I've seen on his site, and I'm sure I'll grow into it anyway.

It should be on my front porch when I get home from work today! And I'm going out for birthday drinks downtown with a friend, so I hope I can figure out how to wear it for the special occasion!

I'll put up photos as soon as I have it and know how to use it, haha. For now, this is what I'm sitting at work (on the computer, gah!) getting excited about:

http://www.etsy.com/view_transaction.php?transaction_id=22105863

[little_acorn]

Just to let everyone know Doug managed to slice his finger open and has 5 stitches - so hair stick production will be slowed down some.

Also the BigSky stick didn't work out :( - so back to the drawing board

[SimplyViki]

Ouch! I hope he heals fast. That's got to hurt!

[little_acorn]

Ouch! I hope he heals fast. That's got to hurt!


Yep - poor Doug said he was catching up on some movies today!!

[Wavelength]

Even worse, his note to me said today was his birthday, poor guy! What a crappy thing to happen on your birthday! :(

[little_acorn]

I know!! Poor Doug, I told him to eat lots of birthday cake to make up for it - easy to do with one hand :D

[Tabitha]

Poor Doug! on his birthday, at such a busy time of year and when things seem to be really taking off for him too.

[Wavelength]

I told him to eat a big steak dinner with his birthday cake -- gotta make up for all that blood loss, y'know. ;)

[Medievalmaniac]

awwwwwww. :o( Poor Doug. And he's so nice!!

[Medievalmaniac]

What happened with the Big Sky stick? Maybe we can all troubleshoot in the meanwhile if you post the problem...?

[Neoma]

Just to let everyone know Doug managed to slice his finger open and has 5 stitches - so hair stick production will be slowed down some.

Also the BigSky stick didn't work out :( - so back to the drawing board
Oh, no, poor Doug!

I hope he didn't slice it on the pink ivory that he ordered per my urging... That stuff is hard.

I just sent him a request for a pink ivory Chloe with a malachite or green turquoise "vine" trailing up the stick and a lapis butterfly on the finial. When he's better, I hope he can make this one for me. In my mind's eye, it's beautiful! :D

[melikai]

Just to let everyone know Doug managed to slice his finger open and has 5 stitches - so hair stick production will be slowed down some.

Also the BigSky stick didn't work out :( - so back to the drawing board

That sucks! I hope it heals quickly for him.

What happened with the stick?

[Wavelength]

Oh, no, poor Doug!

I hope he didn't slice it on the pink ivory that he ordered per my urging... That stuff is hard.

I just sent him a request for a pink ivory Chloe with a malachite or green turquoise "vine" trailing up the stick and a lapis butterfly on the finial. When he's better, I hope he can make this one for me. In my mind's eye, it's beautiful! :D

Hmm, I don't know if he'll be able to do the butterfly on the finial. I wanted a gemstone inlay on the finial as well, but he told me that would surely snap off since the finial is only 1/8th of an inch around at the thinnest point. I had to rethink my design without any finial inlay. Just so you know.

[Neoma]

Hmm, I don't know if he'll be able to do the butterfly on the finial. I wanted a gemstone inlay on the finial as well, but he told me that would surely snap off since the finial is only 1/8th of an inch around at the thinnest point. I had to rethink my design without any finial inlay. Just so you know.Thank you, Wavelength. :(

[Wavelength]

Thank you, Wavelength. :(

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news. Don't take my word for it though -- check with Doug to make sure. I'm just repeating what he told me.

[little_acorn]

The BigSky stick whent into the hair great and stuck together BUT when you try and wind the hair round to do a wrap bun the stick bends. The magnets are strong enoough to hold the sends together but not straight when it has hair pressure on it. I sent a series of photos to Doug I'll load them up later so you can see what I mean.

[Wavelength]

The BigSky stick whent into the hair great and stuck together BUT when you try and wind the hair round to do a wrap bun the stick bends. The magnets are strong enoough to hold the sends together but not straight when it has hair pressure on it. I sent a series of photos to Doug I'll load them up later so you can see what I mean.

Ahh, yep, I can see that happening. In other words, the tension of the hair pulls the magnets apart when you try to wrap it around the stick? That's too bad, it was a nice idea. Looking forward to seeing the pics.

[little_acorn]

Ahh, yep, I can see that happening. In other words, the tension of the hair pulls the magnets apart when you try to wrap it around the stick? That's too bad, it was a nice idea. Looking forward to seeing the pics.


Yep precisely - a real shame :(

[Neoma]

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news. Don't take my word for it though -- check with Doug to make sure. I'm just repeating what he told me.
No problem, Wavelength. I convo'ed him. :flower:

[Tabitha]

I tort I taw a puddy tat! :kitten:

[Gabriel]

I hope his injury heals fast! His inlays really are so cute! I'm not a cat fan but that's adorable for the cat fans out there.

Too bad about the Big Sky stick not working out. It looks pretty clever. Maybe if they could screw together like more traditional double kanzashi (?) style hairstick it would work out? Or one end of the stick bulb part thingy.

[Tabitha]

Trollkjerring, I've just seen your ginkgo stick ... :thud: it's so gorgeous!

Neoma, Doug has just posted a Butterfly stick (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35977057), that seems to be the Chloe shape and works very well so I do hope he can do something like what you were wanting (not sure what you meant by the finial? I took finial to mean the top, because I always thought finials were on the top not the bottom of things, but it's just occured to me you might have meant the arrowpoint).

[Wavelength]

Trollkjerring, I've just seen your ginkgo stick ... :thud: it's so gorgeous!


Where? Where? :eye:

[little_acorn]

WOW those inlays are so pretty :D

[papillion]

Oh, wow. These are some of the most stunning hairsticks I've ever seen. And that butterfly one is just incredible!

[AngelInDisguise]

Where? Where? :eye:

Here is the link: http://www.etsy.com/view_transaction.php?transaction_id=22488105 :D

[little_acorn]

Wow Angel that rocks :D :D :D :D :D

[trollkjerring]

Didn't Doug make the most wonderful gingko leave inlays for me? I am so looking forward to get this stick:)

Of course there will be action pics from both of my sticks!

[OleanderTime]

I received my Chloe style hairstick in the mail yesterday (it's African Blackwood with inlaid mother of pearl). It was waiting for me when I got home from work. I'm actually really surprised that I can get my short hair to stay up using it... and I know it'll only be more fun to use as it grows longer! Yay! :)

http://i736.photobucket.com/albums/xx3/OleanderTime/P1030117a.jpg

http://i736.photobucket.com/albums/xx3/OleanderTime/P1030128a.jpg

http://i736.photobucket.com/albums/xx3/OleanderTime/P1030120a.jpg

[little_acorn]

That looks lovely with your hair Oleander :D

[little_acorn]

Wow, check out Doug's latest stick:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36094324

If I was into hummingbirds I would totally buy it

[saskia_madding]

Wow. That is incredible!

[Marika]

I have 3 Timberstone Turnings hairsticks and I love them! :inlove: (Please try to ignore the fact that I'm useless taking my own pictures and I haven't combed my hair for two days!:D I'm having a lazy weekend...)

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=4405&pictureid=56922

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=4405&pictureid=56923

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=4405&pictureid=56924

[little_acorn]

Beautiful Marika :D

[Wavelength]

I just saw the hummingbird ones. He wasn't kidding when he said in his description that he used his entire arsenal of gemstones. Gorgeous!

PS: And the gingko one is beautiful, trollkjerring. Thanks for the link, AngelInDisguise!

[lapushka]

I've noticed the prices are going up quite dramatically.

[Wavelength]

I've noticed the prices are going up quite dramatically.

Only on the newer ones with detailed inlays, though.

[Sha-na-na]

I've noticed the prices are going up quite dramatically.

Ya, you know, I am not that interested anymore due to the price. I mean, a Chloe went for $30 before, and that is about all I am willing to spend. Beyond that, it had better be mighty special or a custom piece.

I like the new inlays though and the designs, but all I will spend for those is about $40.

[Longlocks3]

Ya, you know, I am not that interested anymore due to the price. I mean, a Chloe went for $30 before, and that is about all I am willing to spend. Beyond that, it had better be mighty special or a custom piece.

I like the new inlays though and the designs, but all I will spend for those is about $40.

I think the Chloe is still reasonable priced>

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35502569

This listing is for $25, and shipping is usually $5.

I have bought three sticks from him and after the first of the year I will probably buy at least one more. I cannot sing his praises enough, and it's not just because of the pretty work he does.