third_hand Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Salutations from Eugene, OR! I'm Eli, a 27 year old PhD student in Philosophy at the University of Oregon. I'm Cuban-American and originally from South Florida; I relocated to Oregon last year after a month-long road trip (equipped with camping gear) from my swampy birthplace. Other hobbies include: light crytography, wordie boardgames, and wildflower identification! I am currently working on my first dollhouse (the Greenleaf Orchid House) and popped in, as recommended to say hello! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Hi Eli! Welcome Cool hobbies. My DH is from Central Florida so I'm with you on the swampy. Glad to have you here. When you have 5 posts you'll be able to start a gallery. We love progress pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My Miniature Madness Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Hi Eli! And welcome to the forum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SewMini Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Welcome to the group! You’ll love it here :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Welcome to the little family, Eli. I grew up in West Palm Beach, my DH is from Gulf Breeze and a few years ago we moved to SW AL, just outside of Pensacola. The Orchid is a great starter house. I have built it twice so far. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missy A Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Welcome Eli! I am close to completing my first build, the Orchid as well. Everyone here has been so helpful with tips and suggestions! Oregon must be a big change for you, I am in Ft Myers and it is still hot summer weather! Enjoy your build! Missy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pgwyn Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Welcome to the group. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mesp2k Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Hi Eli Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mid-life madness Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Welcome Eli, You have had many adventures. I hope you enjoy the dollhouse adventure you are embarking on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
third_hand Posted October 11, 2017 Author Share Posted October 11, 2017 Thanks for the warm welcome everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 On 10/10/2017, 12:22:46, third_hand said: Other hobbies include: light crytography, Hi, Eli, and welcome to the forum. Is this a typo for cryptography? Google doesn't have a definition for crytography. Curious minds want to know. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
third_hand Posted October 12, 2017 Author Share Posted October 12, 2017 Hi Kathie! Yes, silly me. This is indeed a typo! Are you also interested in cryptography? :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 5 hours ago, third_hand said: Hi Kathie! Yes, silly me. This is indeed a typo! Are you also interested in cryptography? :) Even as a kid I loved making up codes to use in notes passed surreptitiously in the classroom, and I enjoy trying to solve mystery stories that include encrypted messages, but I've never made much of a study of it per se. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
third_hand Posted October 12, 2017 Author Share Posted October 12, 2017 9 hours ago, KathieB said: Even as a kid I loved making up codes to use in notes passed surreptitiously in the classroom, and I enjoy trying to solve mystery stories that include encrypted messages, but I've never made much of a study of it per se. Yes, same here! I mostly make basic substitution cipher-type puzzles (like the ones you might find in a Sunday newspaper) for friends and loved ones as gifts. I also enjoy reading about crytograms. Glad to know there's another code-lover here! I've even considered making a few code-related minis for my (future) library. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 2 hours ago, third_hand said: Yes, same here! I mostly make basic substitution cipher-type puzzles (like the ones you might find in a Sunday newspaper) for friends and loved ones as gifts. I also enjoy reading about crytograms. Glad to know there's another code-lover here! I've even considered making a few code-related minis for my (future) library. Oh, wouldn't it be fun to have a mini Enigma machine sitting quietly on a table in a corner of the library. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
third_hand Posted October 12, 2017 Author Share Posted October 12, 2017 4 hours ago, KathieB said: Oh, wouldn't it be fun to have a mini Enigma machine sitting quietly on a table in a corner of the library. Or perhaps a Jefferson disk! In addition, if one were so inclined, you could "code" the interior of the house itself (for example, through paintings, books, or other library props)! There are lots of possibilities. I may have to try a few things out and see if I can't meld my hobbies both old and new. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorrie Posted October 28, 2017 Share Posted October 28, 2017 Hi, Eli and Everyone, I am not sure this is where to post my intro, but here goes: I, too, am a complete newbie. I have the Orchid kit. I've read the instructions and am ready to cut out the window framing to prepare. Does anyone know how to get the overspray off the clear part of the windows, or am I going to have to make them over? I have just retired in January, and am celebrating with new hobbies. Love this one so far! It is a treat to find this forum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted October 28, 2017 Share Posted October 28, 2017 Lorraine, it's quite OK to post your own, separate introduction. 16 minutes ago, Lorrie said: ...Does anyone know how to get the overspray off the clear part of the windows, or am I going to have to make them over?... Overspray? What overspray? The clear acetate sheets with the door and window inserts have mullions printed in white, but I've built the Orchid a couple of times and not had any overspray on any of the transparencies. I do save up clear flat packaging to use to make new inserts when the ones in the kit are missing or damaged or I want to make new, different windows and doors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thimble Hall Posted October 28, 2017 Share Posted October 28, 2017 Welcome from Canada Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minigirl Posted October 29, 2017 Share Posted October 29, 2017 Hi Eli, I too am new and just cracked open the Orchid also! Welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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