#83030
February 11th, 2007 at 10:42 PM
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I found this small (10 inches high by 10 inches across) ceramic item yesterday, that I assume is a birdbath? I love all things celestial, and this sun said "take me home" immediately! I thought it would look nice in the garden surrounding the pond, when that's all done. My problem is... the sun part is not glazed. Is there something I can coat it with - a clear coat, so the bird droppings, etc., do not stain, or ruin the sun? Of course I'd want to use something that would be safe for the birds.
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#83031
February 11th, 2007 at 10:54 PM
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What a totally cool piece! I have no idea how to protect the sunface. But, I really like the birdbath!
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#83032
February 11th, 2007 at 11:09 PM
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I imagine some clear acryllic paint or spray would do the trick.
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#83033
February 12th, 2007 at 12:16 AM
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Originally posted by Thornius: I imagine some clear acryllic paint or spray would do the trick. Is that safe for the birds? Because eventually it breaks down some from the sun and stuff.... I really love it Lynne, I would use it to put birdseed in instead of water.
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#83034
February 12th, 2007 at 12:18 AM
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I agree with loz about the dangers of acrylic spray. But... I don't want to put seed in it, for 2 reasons. Firstly, I wouldn't be able to see the sun, and secondly, I don't want the seeds to grow in the garden there...
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#83035
February 12th, 2007 at 12:23 AM
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Lynne, how about some kind of clear wrap? Like Saran Wrap...maybe just on the bottom part and weighted down by a few small rocks? I don't know I'm at a loss.... I'd want to see it too, I just don't know how I'd make it sealed and bird safe. This one has me stumped. *scratches head* Do you have to seal it? Could you just make sure to spray it out each day with a hose?
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#83036
February 12th, 2007 at 12:24 AM
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That's a gorgeous piece, Lynne! Gosh, maybe the only thing you can do is to come up with some sort of a clear plastic liner for it. I'm sure looking forward to watching your pond area come to life!
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#83037
February 12th, 2007 at 12:45 AM
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My daughter got that same one I think for her Auntie. I'll ask her if she did anything with it. My other sister does ceramics in her basement and I think she might have clear glazed it and fired it for her. Not sure, I'll check.
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#83038
February 12th, 2007 at 01:00 AM
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That is a beautiful piece!!! I will try to remember to ask the teacher in my ceramics class Thursday night
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#83039
February 12th, 2007 at 01:14 AM
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Thanks all!
I'm not sure it can be glazed again, mel - it might crack.
I think I might just have to try and stay up on it and clean it more than I'd like to have to...
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#83040
February 12th, 2007 at 01:01 PM
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It was probably left unglazed for the birds safety. Completely smooth or glazed bird baths are slippery. Birds need a rough or not slippery anyway surface to get a footing. I can send you some sample packets of an enzyme you add to bath water, perfectly safe for birds, that help break down droppings and algae, keeping the bath clean.
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#83041
February 12th, 2007 at 01:39 PM
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I did know about the slippery factor, Wrennie, but didn't think about it where this was concerned. Good thinking!
I've not heard of that enzyme - what is it? That would be great if you have some samples you could share!
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#83042
February 12th, 2007 at 01:59 PM
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I LOVE it Lynne...how cool!!!
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#83043
February 12th, 2007 at 02:39 PM
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My wife LUVED it and wants one for our house, too. We have a huge concrete birdbathnow, but plan on adding several more.
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#83044
February 12th, 2007 at 06:21 PM
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Where did you buy that Lynne? I forgot to ask..... I never thought about the slippery factor either.....
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February 12th, 2007 at 07:22 PM
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it's a gorgeous piece!!! i'd hang it up somewhere, rather than use it for the birds.
too pretty to not be seen and appreciated!!!
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#83046
February 12th, 2007 at 07:40 PM
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loz - I got it at Marshalls on Saturday - you know, one of those... see it, must have it, better get it because it was the only one... type purchases!
Joclyn - thanks! It has a pedestal base, and is not meant for hanging. It will be seen plenty in the garden I'm planning for around the new pond, so I'm not worried about that!
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#83047
February 12th, 2007 at 10:38 PM
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That is a bautiful piece Lynne and a great addition for your new garden area!
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February 12th, 2007 at 10:51 PM
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loz - I got it at Marshalls on Saturday - you know, one of those... see it, must have it, better get it because it was the only one... type purchases! I know those purchases all too well. We don't have a Marshalls around here.... :p Wish we did.
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#83049
February 13th, 2007 at 04:29 AM
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We have Marshalls here. One of my favorite stores.
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#83050
February 13th, 2007 at 12:01 PM
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We have a Marshalls and Homestyles.
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February 14th, 2007 at 06:21 AM
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marshalls ALWAYS has some nice stuff. and they always seem to be of the 'see it, must have it, better get it because it was the only one' type!!
i didn't realize it was attached to a base. just make sure you put it in a spot that is frequented often. that's really too pretty to not be seen!!
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#83052
February 14th, 2007 at 06:40 AM
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We have another store like Marshalls here in Nashville it is called, "Ross' Dress for Less" We buy 90% of our stuff from these two stores.
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#83053
February 15th, 2007 at 03:17 PM
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I love it too but, gosh darn it, we don't have a Marshall's around here. I just happen to need a new one. My old one got cracked when we moved but that's O.K.--gives me an excuse to go look for a pretty one like yours Marleine
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#83054
February 15th, 2007 at 09:16 PM
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Walmart sells massive concrete birdbaths for $20.00. I fill mine up with marbles and colored glass beads and put a larger rough item in the center as a resting island.
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#83055
February 15th, 2007 at 09:34 PM
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Will do, Joclyn! Thorny - I miss Ross stores!!! We had one very nearby when we lived in Reno, another lifetime ago! I must thank Wrennie for sending me the packets of enzymes for the birdbath! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!!! Now I can't wait for the weather to warm up so I can put the bath outside. The ceramic would not stand a chance out there now, even though I saw TONS of birds today on the deck. The temp. on our deck right now in full sun is only 19, and the wind is blowing fiercely! Marleine - do you have a TJMaxx, or HomeGoods? They are both owned by the same company as Marshalls, and often carry the same items.
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#83056
February 16th, 2007 at 03:45 AM
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About the same time Lynne got the birdbath I got a new one too! When I saw the thread she started I thought she found out I got a new birdbath Lynne's is amazing and the two don't compare -- but mine was only $32 and has two frogs squirting water!! I got it at Peeples... I waited and waited for the sales. the price tag on it is $120.. . I got it for 40% off half price plus another 15%...yippee But, My first thought was -- I don't remember starting that!!!! Then I saw Lynne started it and I wondered how she knew I got a new birdbath It was a very funny few seconds!
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#83057
February 16th, 2007 at 04:00 AM
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My wife and I hope to get a solar powered birdbath with fountain this year. The more fountains and baths you have, the more birds you will attract and the greater variety of species you will attract.
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#83058
February 16th, 2007 at 02:17 PM
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February 16th, 2007 at 03:03 PM
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Or did I get a new cat bed????
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#83060
February 16th, 2007 at 03:23 PM
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Jane!!! Mine does not compare to yours!!! And what a value you got - it's wonderful!
Your kittie thinks so too! Even blends right in - hope it doesn't go outside - the birds would never stand a chance!
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February 16th, 2007 at 05:12 PM
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I love your Birdbath... It would make for some fine picture taking And I love Marshalls too .. but I knew I got he better sale price We have dink peeble and they had four of these on a table taking up all that space for months and months... oh, I was getting one cheap!!!
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#83062
February 16th, 2007 at 05:22 PM
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Aaawwwwwwww. Good thing there wasnt water in it when kitty jumped in!
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#83063
February 16th, 2007 at 05:30 PM
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Here is the birdbath my wife and I plan to buy this year......MAYBE! Frog Birdbath
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#83064
February 16th, 2007 at 08:31 PM
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Just came back from checking another Marshalls and TJMaxx - nada! I was hoping to find another one to maybe share at summer camp!
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#83065
February 16th, 2007 at 09:12 PM
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I think peebles have one more of the one I got and it will be $31.50 today, but I am not going to summer camp and what would I do with two
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February 16th, 2007 at 09:17 PM
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That's an amazing birdbath Thorny! Solar too, that's great and no a bad price either. I just went to birdbaths.com and looked at solar stuff there. I got a great price on my heated bird bath from them. Anyway, solar birdbaths get expensive fast... You have found a great bargain and really, really cool design. You should get it before spring migration!! Go to birdbaths.com you'll know what great value you found!
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#83067
February 16th, 2007 at 09:47 PM
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I looked at birdbaths.com
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