Tips, Tricks
& Tools
- Take some notes
- Get those tools ready
- Check the propane
- Time to play!
Tips & Tricks – Cleaning Your Glass
Dirty Glass? Here are some Tips!Do you struggle with dirty clear glass? Are your beads plagued with...scum? Well we can help! It might just be how...
CZs & How to Use Them
CZs - Tips on Using Them in BeadsFollowing Alexx Cheng’s wonderful demo on using CZs in your beads, Alice Henry organized a large group purchase of...
Glass Pen Nib Cane Tip
Want To Push Beyond Bead Making? Making Glass PensDid you know that pre-made nib stock is available from suppliers?The secret is to not overheat the...
Stringer Sorting Tip
Sorting Stringers We have all used items for something other than their original purpose. Sometimes we have to really "think out of the box" to find...
Tips and Tricks for Newbies and the Forgetful
Tips and Tricks for Newbies and the Forgetful: Use a craft scissor holder to store tools on your table, or an old poker chip holder found from an...
Ventilation in the Studio
The Importance of Proper Ventilation by Lisa Daigle Proper ventilation is necessary in all studios using a bench burner, (or torch). Even if you...
Taping a Demo Tips
Tips for Recording Your DemoAre you interested in recording a demo for the dragons? Here are a few tips that might help you produce a top-notch...
For the Beginner & the Forgetful
For the Beginner & the Forgetful by Janie Jones As long as glass is hot, keep the mandrel moving so the glass doesn’t sag. -*- To make...
Found Frit Holders
Everyday Items As Frit & Enamel Holders Who in this group doesn’t love creative re-purposing ideas? That being said, let’s talk frit! Or more...