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Here is the picture of the display inside the showcase where all of the ribboned treasures were located.
RRR....I haven't got a lot of competitive nature in me and if you knew how hard Ma had to goad me to get me to make this display and show it you'd understand. I just love doing what I do and I don't see that ever changing. I would have put this display together just to show people what can be done in a garage or basement with a little time and practice.....I love sharing that aspect. Ribbons, places....that's Ma's thing. She almost had to whip me to get me involved in the county fair and things got more drastic to get me to do the State Fair. Heck, I don't even plan to GO to the State Fair as a rule. Been to very darned few....don't care for the huge crowds. Ma usually goes with one of the kids and I go fishing that day. Earning these ribbons and enjoying what comes with them is all a new experience for me. I might have a go at something on this order again in the future since it helped me to focus on making specific baits and techniques, which is actually good for all of us who make the plastic baits. I have 10 months to think about it.
Thanks again to all of you for the support and the words of encouragement in this endeavor. Its been a fun time for this old fool, but now I'm going to catch my breath.
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Here are some sunfish that were hand carved and painted. These were in the same area of competition as my bait display was in and did not get a ribbon. What a travesty that it. These are unbelievably beautiful and I think the carver got cheated on this.
Sorry about the horizontal format on this pic.
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I agree, some severe talent in carving and painting the sunfish. I would have given him a ribbon for his creativity.Originally Posted by CTom
Here are some sunfish that were hand carved and painted. These were in the same area of competition as my bait display was in and did not get a ribbon. What a travesty that it. These are unbelievably beautiful and I think the carver got cheated on this.
Sorry about the horizontal format on this pic.
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Man I don't know how I missed this thread. Awesome job CTom and congrats on the ribbons. You pour some fine baits.
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In post 13 and 14 what molds are those if you don't mind me asking? I would love to have one!
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In post 13 the baits shown are the 3 1/2" Super fry from Do-It Molds. In post 14 there are two differtent baits. The lower baits with the purple in them are Nano Fry baits from Do-It Molds. The two top ones in yellow are 1" Bears Ice Minnows.
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Thank you. They look amazing in that showcase! You are really talented and I look forward to see what else you come up with.
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