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  1. 07-09-2003, 12:57 PM #1
    handersen
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    Cutting Shell

    Hi,

    I bought some MOP (Mother of Pearl) on EBay and was wondering if anyone has cut it and whats the best way to hold down such small pieces?

    Thanks Harry
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  2. 07-09-2003, 01:04 PM #2
    anoel
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    Glue them with white glue or hide glue to a scrap piece of wood. and once you've done the cut out, soak the wood in water to get the glue to relase. (don't use thick pieces of wood.)
    Nathan
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