by Art Farkas
Art
Hi Art,
Thanks for telling me about your event. It sounds like a great time. I think the mallets will hold up fine. But they are made of birch and if you are really going to bash I could make some out of hickory. So let me know if you want the hickory and I’ll be glad to do that for you.
Thanks,
Robb
ARROW VINTAGE COUNTIES JIGSAW PUZZLE; UK + Ireland
ARROW
JIGSAW
Vintage Jigsaw map of THE UK & IRELAND
It has ALL the pieces!
This is a very collectible vintage jigsaw map from the 1970’s. It has a fascinating map of England, Wales, Scotland & Ireland, complete with all the counties + the Western Isles It is an amazing piece of history for all collectors.
It has all the pieces & measures 20.5 inches by 15.5 inches
(52.1 × 39.4 cm)
It is made by Arrow & these were designed to be very educational as well as fun!
300 pieces
Hello! I am in the middle of planning our family vacation to Europe and may have use for your European Map Puzzle. I am especially excited to visit the beautiful country of Poland as I recently discovered I have a third cousin named Frydryck Tomaszewski living there. He works in a Polish dog factory. We also plan on visiting England and the famous Stonehenge monument. I read that King Arthur sacrificed virgins there. That’s something the kids might enjoy. Anyway, as we all know it’s difficult to fold and unfold maps, I thought that I could glue your puzzle to a piece of cardboard. That way we would have a map of Europe that we wouldn’t have to fold. Could we use your European Map Puzzle to navigate our way throughout Europe? Is it easy to see the names of roads and highways? Would glue even stick to your puzzle pieces?
Art
Hi
Well, you could glue it as it is cardboard but it does not show any roads. It shows regional things of that country—e.g., a skier/cuckoo clock in Switzerland. Handy to overcome the language barrier. You could just point to something you wanted. But don’t buy a clock, it will drive you mad. This jigsaw map is also approx. 30 years old and even if it did show roads I think you would have a very challenging trip using out of date info! Also you asked this question on the Europe map but sent it via the England map listing. That doesn’t show roads either but the countries are handy to see where you thought you should be instead of where you are. Assuming most of them are still here. With this government, they’ll probably all get merged into the land of Blair soon. You’d be better off with a proper map for navigating (provided you have a degree in origami, you’ll be fine), but the jigsaws would help you remember which country/county is where in relation to everything else.
Stonehenge—bunch of rocks in the middle of nowhere built by neanderthals/aliens/whatever. (Depends on which fruitcake theory you subscribe to.) Not King Arthur. That’s (supposedly) Tintagel in Cornwall. Nice place for a cream tea. Take an umbrella—oh heck, given our weather, bring full scuba gear. We have a drought order but it’s done nothing but piddle with rain for the last month. We don’t sunbathe, we go rusty. Suggest you also visit something like our fabulous secret nuclear bunker as that has typical directions on it for tourists. If you understand those, you’re doing well. I’ve never been there. Have been to Stonehenge (you can’t actually walk on it, as it’s roped off)—God forbid someone may actually damage a large rock… hmmm large rock v small squishy human, I think I know what would suffer most… ho hum! Have also been to Tintagel. Scenic and very good cream teas. Enjoy your trip.
Persian Short Haired White Ceramic Kitty Cat Figurine
Does this look like anyone you know? Absolutely fabulous. How can you NOT love this face. Wow. Handcrafted, handpainted offering from the Artisans, dated 1989. Lovely, ceramic collectible figurine. Cold cast stone resin—sandstone. Original, handmade work of art. No two are alike, so you know that the one you receive is just as individual as your own kitty.
Does this look like your kitty? Meow. Your lovable Persian. ((S)he looks like a short haired exotic Persian or your sweet lovable white kitty.) Check out that super long tail. Those blue eyes!!
I love cats and I’m sure you do too. If this isn’t the kitty you’re looking for, be sure to check out other of my auctions, as I have Maine Coon, Tabby, Burmese and more.
3.5" × 3" × 1.5" (measurements are approximate) ¼ of a lb.
Creamy white fur (hint/blush of color)
Bright Blue Eyes
One of my hobbies is quite unusual. I collect different ceramic animals and build what I like to call my “Fighting Brigades.” I set up different figurines around my parents’ basement and have them battle to the death! (Just last week the Flying Pigs of the 27th in an upset beat the Wolverines from Down Under.) The winner is decided by whoever’s left standing by throwing Cheez-its from behind the couch. On special missions I use Oreo Cookies as grenades. I would think that your Ceramic Persian Cat would be a great addition to the Fabulous Felines. My questions: How solid is your figurine? I see that she is 3½ inches tall, which would be considered a pawn in my war. How many Cheez-its do you think it can withstand before it’s blasted to smithereens? How about Oreos? Your description asks “Does this look like anyone you know?” Quite honestly it does look like my childhood cat, Fluffy, who mistimed her jump off a forklift and well, you know.
Art
Hey—I’m crazy about pigs, so their win, for me, is outstanding. This kitty is solid and weighs right at 8 ounces. Fairly hefty for its size. I think it could withstand a Cheez-it onslaught and feel fairly certain that it would take a barrage of Oreos (or a few VERY stale) to do any serious damage. I didn’t have either of those handy, so I tossed a few shelled peanuts in the general direction and nada.
Sorry to hear about Fluffy—she obviously wasn’t cut out for construction work. Let me know if you have any more questions. I do have other of the feline figurines if you’re interested.
Have a great day!
Dimitre
POWDER HORN Revolutionary War Flintlock Reenactment Gun
Powder horn
Our powder horns, replicating Revolutionary War period pieces, are crafted in genuine cowhorn, with hardwood caps and stoppers. Three styles are available. Ideal for the reenactor or mountain man persona. Three styles are available.
Made from cowhorn.
Hello! My fifth grade class is currently studying the Revolutionary War and I plan on adding some pizzazz to the curriculum. They are having some trouble understanding all the details of the war, though. Therefore, I am going to dress as Abraham Lincoln and recite his famous “I Have a Dream” speech to the class in an American accent. I will tell stories of how the Germans occupied that one country in Europe and how we (America) overthrew that one really bad guy. I will discuss how the British (U.K., United Kingdom, England, Whales, etc.) invented the grenade and how they bombed those ships in the harbor that were holding tea and coffee. If you didn’t know, that was called “The Boston Tea Party Massacre.” Remember, I’ll be dressed up and talk like the great war hero Abraham Lincoln. My students will love it! Your Powder Horn would be a great addition to my presentation. How easy would it be to play a song like “Taps” or “Revely” on it? I used to play the saxophone. Does it in any way sound like a conch shell? Thank you.
Art
Hi Art,
I am so glad to hear that the school system is finally taking hold of the lack of education here in America, and teaching the real facts. This Powder Horn isn’t tuned very well, but we do offer this great big thing called a “Horn Cornu” that was made by the Romans and sounds like an elephant. You can still play the Powder Horn if you’d like, but you would need to drill a couple holes if you want to get “Taps” out of it. We don’t offer this as a service, unfortunately. Please let me know if you have any more questions.
Best regards,
Leon
Tennis Rackets / Squash Rackets new RacquetSlugger New
Hello and happy day to you! I wish to tel
l you up front how I would use your tennis racket. You see, my older brother, Lawrence, was extremely abusive to me growing up. Out on our farm he would throw rocks at my head, make me eat hay, squirt goat milk in my eye, and once purposely lit my toes on fire. Rocky relationship to say the least! There is a huge family reunion on December 8 (town hall) and I am planning the ultimate revenge. When Lawrence walks in with his trophy wife (he loves a grand entrance) a racket of some sorts will be placed above the door. I will rig it to a spring and then KA-BOOM! the racket will snap down into his face with the force of a medieval catapult. Everyone will laugh and mock him and point fingers! It will be my revenge. (I will have a clown armed with pies as my backup plan.) My questions: How tight are the strings on your racket? If I apply 25 pounds of pressure to the springs how much damage could it do? Could it break a human nose?
Art
Art,
I can sympathize with you. Except my brother was my mom’s favorite. I heard through my childhood why can’t you be more like your brother? He is now in prison and I still hear the same thing—why can you be more like your brother? My brother dropped a concrete block off a 2-story window onto my head. It only broke the block in 3 pieces. I have a hard head.
Sure, I understand the amusing prank but I do hope it wouldn’t break his nose. I guess if it hit the racket part it could, but I think that everyone mocking him and laughing would do more damage to the human pride than the breaking the nose part.
I say play the joke but don’t seriously hurt the guy. Also, set up an array of assorted pranks throughout the day. Well planned would produce great revenge.
Good luck!!! Let me know how it works out.
Ron
Ben Nye Super White Professional Face Powder
Non-translucent, blended with white pigment to brighten any white makeup including Clown White, Clown White Lite or foundations such as Geisha and Porcelain.
Hello! I have a secret that I’m going to reveal to my family. You see, in the middle of the night I like to dress as a mime. I practice my mime activities in front of the mirror such as “Trapped in Glass Box,” “The King Tut” and “The Robot.” My roommate almost caught me once, but I ducked behind my dresser. My parents are hosting a dinner party in three weeks and I will literally come out of the closet dressed as a mime and reveal my true self. (As a token of goodwill I might make animal balloons.) I’m not ashamed of being a mime—that’s who I am. I’ve always used Aubrey Organics face powder to completely cake my face in white but recently it’s left a nasty rash on my face. I need a new face powder. Would your face powder cause a rash on my face? My face oil level is a category 4. Will it last on my face over a five-hour period before disintegrating? I don’t know how long I’m going to be in the closet. Thank you.
Art
Hi
Sorry I didn’t answer you earlier—I have a new e-mail and your question went to the junk mail folder (which I just discovered). I am not sure what Category 4 oil level is. I myself have very oily skin (most foundations cream off of my face within a couple of hours) and I have quite sensitive skin (can’t use most shampoos, conditioners, washing powders, etc.). I can wear this powder without it creaming off and running and I have no problems with skin sensitivity. It isn’t a foundation but it gives a nice pale complexion and is great over foundation. Whatever your decision with the powder, good luck with your family.
Thanks
Dana
NWT Juicy Couture Athletic Sweat Velour Pajama Suit L
Juicy Couture Athletic Sweat Suit
Style: 95% Cotton, 5% Cotton, VELOUR, Stretch Waist Condition: New with tags
Size: Petite Large (L)
Color: Black
Retail: $220.00
Please Note: Juicy Couture Sweat Suits are made in PETITE sizes, and run small. PLEASE check measurements!
Hello! I currently hold a master’s degree in Eastern Philosophy from Cornell University and am, naturally, fascinated by the book The Da Vinci Code. Despite my higher education level I am without a job, as I failed to get my multi-level-marketing business, called Spamway, off the ground. Anyway, as one who has also immersed himself in the hip-hop culture, I wish to write my first novel, entitled Da Fa Shizzle Hizzle Code. The plot will revolve around a character named Sir Fo Hizzie Nizzie and how he must solve a murder mystery by deciphering an enigmatic riddle found in a rap song. In a breathless race through Compton, the Bronx, and Austin, Texas, they must match wits with a Caucasian-faced record executive who may be part of a secret society called The Blue Oyster Cult. I’m looking to buy some velour sweats on eBay to “get me in the hip-hop mood” when I type my novel. How much do you think I would perspire in your velour sweats? I am considered a heavy sweater and am in the 99th percentile. Thank you.
Art
Hi Art,
Thanks for your inquiry, and best of luck on your book. Juicy Couture is considered more high-end than “ghetto” in terms of its target market. You might want to pursue Baby Phat or Rocawear sweat suits. The amount you would perspire in this sweat suit would most likely depend on the temperature of your environment, the type of physical activity you endured while wearing it, and the amount of fluid in your body. All of this assuming, of course, you could fit into the suit, as these are women’s juicy’s suits.
Poetry—A Night Without Armor by Jewel Kilcher (1998)
This book of poetry is in very good condition. This is Jewel’s first book of poems. This gal has used her words in a search for truth and meaning and has used them to record, discover and reflect. She writes of home, family and even the beauty of Alaska. The Alaska connection is how I came upon this book but these poems show images of the road, faraway places and many more experiences.
Greetings! My town is conducting a poetry contest with a grand prize of $200 and I am currently working on material for submission. My love for poetry started in 1978 when my fifth grade teacher, Ms. Buxbaum, encouraged me in poetry writing. I have never looked back. My first poem was simply titled “Mother’s Milk.” I’m currently working on two poems but am having difficulty with the endings. I figured Jewel’s book of poetry could lend a hand in this process. “The more one reads, the more one learns” is my motto. I’m willing to share my two poems with you.
I listen to the elk
I hear their cry
My heart yearns for them
They do neat stuff
Like make pelts and jerky
And my second one:
How high are the mountains?
I cannot tell
How about water fountains?
They shoot water in my eye
Do you believe your book of poetry could help me finish my poems? There’s no way I could copy some lines from Jewel’s book, is there? Could you possibly send some constructive criticism my way? Thank you.
Art
On the first poem—they do neat stuff like make pelts and jerky just doesn’t seem to work. How about something about their morning breath in the cold mountain air, their majestic calls as they graze in a meadow, and there is always: if I could see through their eyes the world they abound in… course that’s if you want a serious poem. If you want the chuckle and quick kind I kind of like your finish about pelts and jerky. Jewel’s book is cute—some of the poems read like a story. Maybe that’s a true poem—tell a story in a few lines. And although you can’t copy her thoughts or lines, they might get you to thinking about your short clips in life to make a poem from. Send me the one you submit to the contest. Good luck.
PS—the water fountain one is funny and cute—to my mind they are like waterfalls and so maybe change to how high are the mountains and their waterfalls? I cannot tell. How about water fountains? They shoot water in my eye.
Shure T Series SM58 Hand Held Wireless Microphone
Although this mic is used, it has less than one hour use. It is a professional model with mic stand holder. It comes with the user guide that has never been opened. It is approximately 10 inches in length. It cos
t $250.00 new and it’s in like new condition now. For an extra $25 dollars, I’ll sell you the mic stand with boom (like new, if still available). Be sure to check out my other headset mic up for bid also. I also have speakers and power/pre amps for sale.
Hi! I consider myself an entrepreneur of sorts who has dabbled in such inventions as The Ambidextrous Toothbrush, Fake Doggy-Doo in a Can and BAIO! Cologne for Men. I was recently approached by a friend (let’s call him Donny) with an idea that sounds too good to be true. He’s a third cousin to Charlton Heston’s agent and wants to partner up with me in exploring a new business venture. We would produce a CD of the chiseled jawed man reading aloud the rap lyrics of Tupac Shakur, Ice-T, and Snoop Dogg in dramatic fashion—as only he can. We would call it Charlton Heston: Rollin’ with the Gangstas. There’s a German investor named Hans who’s VERY interested in financially backing us. We are meeting Mr. Heston in two weeks and want to sample some of his readings. We have a PX-78 soundboard but need a microphone. How far away from his mouth should Mr. Heston put your microphone to pick up every syllable or phrase like “glock in yo’ face”? Maybe four inches? He has a booming voice. He was Moses for Pete’s sake! Thank you.