Lunes, Abril 30, 2012

Reasons for Manufacturing Small Sized Organic Plugs

Most of the companies that make organic plugs manufacture small sized plugs. Even when you go to the market to search for them or any other jewelry, you will find that most of them are small in size. If you are the kind of a person who likes putting on large jewelry, bare me witness that you spend a lot of time searching for them and cannot get them within the first time you go to the market. There are so many reasons why only small sized plugs or jewelry are readily available in the market. Some of them are because some materials used in making the jewelry are extremely hard to get in large sizes. For instance:

Water buffalo horns are hollow larger base and solid only near the tips thus extremely large solid horn is hard to get. These horns are used in making organic plugs that are 1-5/8. If they are manufactured larger than this size they have a tendency of warping. Buffalo horns are also not readily available.

Bone is also limited to the material size. Mammoth ivory tusks can be used in making large organic plugs though they have a tendency of having cracks when the pieces get larger. The plugs made from antler bones are quite larger than others. Most of the bones have a porous marrow center so when making plugs out of them you must shape it so that the marrow remains at its position. This becomes a limitation.

Wood tends to have checks at large sizes and the cost of the material is quite high. Bamboo is not also readily available and its demand is high.

Stones can be made big but weight becomes the limiting factor as diameter increases. Amber is highly priced and not available.

 

 

 

Miyerkules, Pebrero 15, 2012

Scarification : the new craze in body modification

When it comes to body modification then there are many different and popular forms, such as tattooing and piercing, however recently a new craze has emerged that involves scarification. This involves using different implements and methods to scar the skin permanently, think of it as a tattoo without the ink.

There are two main ways in which scarification can be completed and the first of these is branding, this involves using an incredibly hot heat source to permanently mark the skin through burning. It is a well used practice when marking animals for ownership identification for example. Again this can be divided into to processes, the first is to mark the skin repeatedly with a hot piece of metal over a drawing, and this is known in the business as “striking”. The second way is to use what is known as a “cautery pen” these are traditionally used in the medical profession to cauterize small wounds to prevent blood loss, but they have become more popular with scarification followers.

The second method of scarification is cutting and is basically what it says, a fine blade is used to permanently mark the skin and this process can often be used in conjunction with tattoo inks to give the design more color.
As with most extreme forms of body modification, then you will need to remember that the results of scarification will be with you for the rest of your life, so it is not a process that you should undergo without giving it some consideration. After all scars do not come off and only expensive plastic surgery will have any chance of putting it right. Also if you are considering having it done then you will need to visit a good and professional body modification specialist, otherwise the results may not be what you had expected.

Martes, Disyembre 27, 2011

Finding a Qualified Auto Electrician in Eastleigh

Finding an auto electrician is one of the easiest things one can do, if you know where to start.  Everyone is familiar with looking in the Yellow Pages for garages, but not every garage has the best auto electrician for your needs. How do you know whether you have found a good auto electrician in Eastleigh just by looking at names in a telephone book?  Well, of course, you don’t.  If the best is what you are looking for then you will do more research.  You will telephone the garage and ask what qualifications their auto electricians have.  Alternatively, you will go on the Internet and check each garage’s website.
All vehicles built since the 1990s rely greatly on several interconnected electrical components, and this trend keeps increasing.  New top range cars practically drive themselves now that they have on board computers.  Therefore, it is virtually impossible for the average driver to do any electrical repairs or upgrades themselves.
The minimum qualifications for an auto electrician are Levels 2 and 3 City & Guilds Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Auto Electrical (4101), National BTEC Certificate/Vehicle Technology DiplomaandIMI gives NAAE (An Auto Electrical Award) (100/5881/2).  Any auto electrician who is well trained will be proud to verify his qualifications for you.
Look also for a garage that has apprenticeships, as the on hands training must be authenticated by the college running the course.  That is, a senior qualified auto electrician must carry out the supervising and on hand training.  The garage will be tested annually to ensure that it is sufficiently competent to train an apprentice. There are many garages around the area of Southampton, but a little time spent researching before handing over your precious car will pay off in finding an auto electrician in Eastleigh.

Huwebes, Disyembre 22, 2011

Body Modification: Art or Disfigurement?

Regardless of where you travel to in society, the movies you watch, or the music you are listening to, you are more than likely to see someone that has decided to modify their body in some way. The most common form of body modification that has been accepted for decades is that of the simple ear piercing. Tattoos are another form of body modification that has become more common and accepted by many people in society. Despite piercings and tattoos becoming more common there are many people who still debate whether some of the extreme forms of these body modifications are art or disfigurement.

When debating on whether or not piercings and tattoos are art or disfigurement we must figure out what drives people to have these modifications done. Many people get permanent or semi-permanent changes done to their body as a means to enhance their appearance, for cultural reasons, or to identify themselves with a specific group in society. Many people believe that the display of tattoos on the body is an artistic expression that they can carry with them throughout their life. Others find tattoos that cover large portions of the body or extreme piercings of the face or ears, such as those that use body plugs, to be disfiguring in nature and not aesthetically pleasing.

Scarification is one form of body modification that many people do not understand, as it is not a precise art. This involves the permanent scarring of a person’s skin. Since the healing times can vary for each individual and the way in which skin heals also varies there is no guarantee that the  design that was initially intended for the skin will come out looking as it should have. Other’s feel that this is what makes scarification a unique form of art in the world of body modification.

Martes, Disyembre 6, 2011

Water Cleanup for Removing Dampness and Mold Permanently

Water clean up is a heavy task that can’t be undertaken by one person. The reason for this is that the process requires various tools to be handled by professionals as they carry out cleaning of the entire place. Normally water clogs and form clogs in house corners. These moulds can be very dangerous if not handled quickly and correctly for they affect the health causing rashes and allergies among other diseases. Many people who do not clean the mould do not realize the kind of healthy risk they are putting themselves. If you want to remove and completely eradicate mold always keep your house dry and clean.
The people who are best suited for this job are water clean up agencies; they are highly trained for this kind of work and will ensure that every corner of the house is properly cleaned. They carry some of the most sophisticated cleaning tools that clean while making sure that the carpet, the wall and the floor is not damaged. While cleaning they make sure the paint is left intact and they bring back the brightness that the house had before.
Only professionals are able to do this and it is highly advised that you sought their services. Sometimes one decides to clean the wall by themselves and it is usually not a good idea because after scrubbing the walls the gloss and shine of the walls is lost and leaves your walls and floors looking old and ugly. You might also opt for harsh chemical that do more harm than good so to caution you from all these problems it is best that you hire professionals. Once you do this you can be assured that the moulds and damp corners will be no more.

Miyerkules, Nobyembre 23, 2011

Tips on Ordering and Installing Vehicle Wiring Products

Although some people assume that it is quite easy to order for vehicle wiring products, it is apparent that most people will experience problems and constraints when ordering for these products online. The irony is that there are so many suppliers, but even so, it is always a daunting task to pick out the trusted supplier from the numerous vendors who ply their trade online. If you intend to buy any kind of vehicle wiring products, it is imperative for you to check the reputation of the supplier.
If possible, verify that the supplier has all the products they claim to offer in stock. Besides offering and indicating the kind of supplies that an auto electrical vendor has, the vendor will also be willing to respond to your concerns or queries in a timely manner. A good way of finding out who to trust and who to avoid is the comments provided current customers. Note that some suppliers may not include this section, but upon further probing, you will know what sort of company you are dealing with.
The next thing concerning vehicle wiring products is installing them. If you had no problem acquiring any of the items you wanted, then this second phase may prove to be quite troublesome. Well, you don’t have to do the installation, but even so, make sure that the person hired to install products has the experience needed in troubleshooting, installing, and testing electrical components in cars.
A good electrician will not only help you in troubleshooting and carrying out repairs, he/she will also undertake an upgrading project expeditiously. This will be much simpler because there is no troubleshooting needed, only if the new installations fail to perform as expected. Another tip you should know is that always ask the electrician about the needed vehicle wiring products before buying them. This will help you buy the right products and also help you save cash that would have otherwise been spent on items that needed no replacements.

Lunes, Nobyembre 14, 2011

Choosing Age Appropriate Toys

Today's advertisement industry speaks directly of the children’s toy. To make a rational choice from the huge range, it is therefore important that the parents have a say in buying a toy. Most of you begin with the birth of the child to occupy themselves with buying baby toys. Already at this time the children are showered with gifts from friends and relatives. Later, it is very difficult to sort out from the rich trove of toys, now something for the children is usually, pretty fast, if toy is missing.

Too many toys do not promote creativity but prevents the creative play. The learning effect is therefore small. For development, it is more conducive to offer only a few toys.

A child should play imaginatively, deal with one thing for a long time and create his own world with his imagination. The important thing is not only the mass but also the quality: this means that toys should be age appropriate, individually for appropriate children, perhaps with a wooden puzzle.

It is very important to pick out the toddler toys together with the child, because the child is now of an age where he can express his wishes and explain why it would necessarily have this toy.

Parents need not satisfy every need. It is important that the child understands why people would rather buy this toy as that. It is also useful on holidays, for example on how to make birthday and Christmas gift-giving not only in the center, but to try to move the event to the fore.

The children should still be overcrowded despite all the preparatory work; parents can apply a proven and very effective trick. Simply eliminate again a part of the toys in the basement. Thus, the child's "playground" is much clearer. After several weeks, then the box will be screened again. Parents will be amazed about how very happy their children are about the new toddler toys and discover the individual objects again and enjoy.