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Unread 10-16-2012, 05:36 PM   #8
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Originally Posted by John Farrell View Post
Paul - to reheat and wax my 16 gauge paper hulls, I use an electric ladies curler iron in the 5/8" size. The 12 gauge hulls can also be heated on the same iron. There are smaller diameter curlers that will work with the 20 gauge.

Photos attached showing two 16 gauge hulls on a double curler picked up at a thrift store. You can find these curlers in thrifts and flea markets at $3-$5. Or new up to $35. I use just plain old candle wax. If I can find some paraffin at a good price I use it.

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Hey, John if your wife finds out that you've sat that thingy on her fine lace table clothe you are going to be in hot water!
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