Public opinion probably has a lot to do with it too. It is not so much of a taboo to make functional items as it was 10 years ago.

Had a shop mate get some, he got 22 and I think 16? He turned the 16 into hitters no problems, kept them really simple and they were pretty small, not overly thick. The 22 he worked a lot more and...

Had a great time at last year's, and that artist list has me stoked on this year's event!

Been using a Cheetah for a year now (been torching for 2 and 1/2 years) and I absolutely love it. You can dial in a fairly small flame, it is not as pin point as the lynx but I can lay down precision...

I use quite a bit of asian tubing for my low end production stuff. You get varied quality based on where you order it from. Mountain Glass claims to have some of the best import tubing, I've used it...

I had this problem happen to me earlier this week. I got my new relay yesterday, fixed the problem immediately.

What Wilbur said. If they are taking more than 30% something is not right and I would avoid doing business with them. That said, I sell most of my work through a distributor, it can get irritating...

I'm quoting directly from Glassblowing by Homer Hoyt - "The term crystal, still in common use today, distinguishes clear glass from colored, translucent, or opaque varieties. As high-lead content...

Because making pipes is a great way to be able to sell glass as a beginner. Also it is about all I know how to sell. I have no idea how or where I could sell something like marbles or goblets at...

Any frit being put up for sale? Interested in frit/color depending on prices.

One of my old shop mates used to do mirror finished pieces. He would do it with gold and/or silver, I was a complete newbie at the time and didn't get to see his whole process but from what I...

hello all, I've been lurking on here for about a year and figured I should start trying to contribute to the community instead of just devouring all of the info to be had. A big thanks to everyone...

Is this still available?