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by alpacachris
Mon Mar 18, 2013 11:12 pm
Forum: Login and say Hello
Topic: Hello from Norfolk!
Replies: 4
Views: 6486

Re: Hello from Norfolk!

Hi Spooky, I agree, the 1290 is great. I got ours second hand over a year ago, but we have only recently had the time to get it set up. We did need a new set of optics and the software needed tweaking as I am running it on windows 8, but Andy (HPC engineer) did a fantastic job and taught me loads. I...
by alpacachris
Mon Mar 18, 2013 8:10 pm
Forum: Login and say Hello
Topic: Hello from Norfolk!
Replies: 4
Views: 6486

Re: Hello from Norfolk!

Hi Dave, Alpaca felt does smell as you would expect, but it doesn't contain any lanolin so is easier to process. It also is much finer than sheep wool so it gives a better finish. The smell dissipates after a few days, especially if you buff the edges gently to remove the scorched bits. The beauty i...
by alpacachris
Mon Mar 18, 2013 7:32 pm
Forum: Login and say Hello
Topic: Hello from Norfolk!
Replies: 4
Views: 6486

Hello from Norfolk!

Hi all, this is my first post and just quickie to introduce myself. I am Alpaca Chris, yes, Alpaca.... I have alpacas and I also process their fibre into yarn and felt. I use a 1290 to cut felt and engrave anything alpaca onto anything. I am currently looking into photo engraving. Any suggestions on...