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    Brothers,

    Below are photos of an apron I did for grins and giggles. It wasn't made for anyone in particular, it was just a concept I had. You will most likely remember it from a thread I started a month of so ago.

    Anyway, it is for sale and I would love for one of my AC Brothers to own it.

    The apron body is made of white silk with a light blue cotton backing. The ties are made of the same light blue back as the backing. The apron is trimmed with a 2' gold fringe. The fringe is a synthetic material, but it is the best material that I could find for this apron.

    The symbolism of the flap includes a delta with an intertwined circle. The delta being a widely used Masonic symbol for the trinity of God and I’ve entwined it with a circle for infinity. Of course you recognize the All Seeing Eye in its center.

    The body design was partially taken from an 1866 Tennessee Masonic Text-Book. Similar designs are seen in other Masonic Monitors from the 1840s and 50s. I like the concept of permanence with the stone alter being anchored by the Great Lights.

    I sign and number each of my aprons. This one happens to be No. 32. There is also a stamp on the back were a Brother could affix his name to this apron. (see photos)

    This is a one of a kind design and is all hand painted. Hopefully you will understand there is quite a few hours on the design and painting process.

    Brothers, I am asking $400.00 plus $15.00 shipping and insurance. Sorry, but these don’t get handed over to the USPS without insurance.

    Please PM me if you are interested.

    Thanks for your interest.
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    Last edited by Bushrod Carter; 06-25-2008, 09:26 AM.
    PATRICK CRADDOCK
    Prometheus No. 851
    Franklin, Tennessee
    Widows' Sons Mess
    www.craftsmansapron.com

    Aut Bibat Aut Abeat

    Can't fix stupid... Johnny Lloyd

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    Re: Hand painted apron

    The apron is great.

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    • #3
      Re: Hand painted apron

      Pat, that is absolutely gorgeous!
      Chris R. Henderson

      Big'uns Mess/Black Hat Boys
      WIG/GVB
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      • #4
        Forum Policy

        Great Job on the Apron, but....

        I am curious...if forum rules state that individuals may not make and sell items on the open forum, unless approved AC vendors...has this policy changed? Or, does this not apply to "specialty/unique" items?

        Just Curious if I missed something.

        Paul B.
        Paul B. Boulden Jr.


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        • #5
          Re: Hand painted apron

          Good question, Paul. But I think the tern "Vendor" constitutes someone who IS in business

          This is something out of my closet...just like so many other items for sell by individuals on the "Wanting to Buy or Sell" forum.

          I will also beg the question, which approved vendors would I be competing against for the sale of authentic aprons?

          So, I don't think this will hurt anyone's business, but I’ll let the Big Bugs decide.
          PATRICK CRADDOCK
          Prometheus No. 851
          Franklin, Tennessee
          Widows' Sons Mess
          www.craftsmansapron.com

          Aut Bibat Aut Abeat

          Can't fix stupid... Johnny Lloyd

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          • #6
            Re: Hand painted apron

            Ok, anyone want to make me a "best offer" offer?

            I love this apron, but it needs to go.
            PATRICK CRADDOCK
            Prometheus No. 851
            Franklin, Tennessee
            Widows' Sons Mess
            www.craftsmansapron.com

            Aut Bibat Aut Abeat

            Can't fix stupid... Johnny Lloyd

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            • #7
              Re: Hand painted apron

              Brother Craddock,

              That is an absolutley beautiful apron, but I do not think I could muster up what it deserves right now for a best offer.

              Fraternally yours,
              Thad
              Jeff "Thad" Gallagher

              Pit Rat Mess
              49th Ohio
              Huber Heights #777 F&AM

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              • #8
                Re: Hand painted apron

                Awsome work Brother Pat!! Or should I say cool hand Pat.:)
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                52nd Tenn. Reg't Co. B


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