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Beadmaking Basics

When I found Cindy Jenkins book Making Glass Beads back in 1998, I was immediately hooked on the idea of making glass beads. Id never seen handmade glass beads nor had I ever seen anyone make one. I was absolutely fascinated and I still am. Back then, the information was tough to find, but its much more popular now. I hope the following information will ease you into the fun world of making your own glass beads. Glass beadmaking is probably one of the easiest mediums to get started in when it comes to the tools and equipment you will need. Lets start by looking at the basic equipment Torch A good beginning torch is the Hot Head Torch which was made specifically for beadmaking. It burns hot and clean and runs off of a small MAPP gas tank (see description below). Work Surface Find an old table or desk.

Oct 06, 2010

Creating a Borosilicate Necklace | Delphi Live

We are lighting up the torch on this Facebook live. Val and Roy are talking about borosilicate glass. See how Val uses frit and boro glass to create a pendant necklace. Bravo Torch https //www.delphiglass.com/flameworking/torches-accessories/bravo-torch Clear Rods https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=clear%20rods Boroscope Safety Glasses https //www.delphiglass.com/tools-supplies/safety-didymium-glasses/crimson-red-phillips-maxx-boroscope-shade-3-lens

Teaching Tips for the Classroom

We each have our own unique style of presentation and interaction with our attending students. That being said, I believe that there is a set of principles relating to the teaching process that might be useful to review and clarify so that they are readily available for future reference. Advance Planning You and your students will benefit if you ask them to bring either images or actual samples of their work. You will need to identify the point where each one is in his or her career so that you can work to move them forward from that point. Each will be different, and the more informed you are, the better youll be able to serve their needs. Do this as early in the class as possible, if not before. I also find it helpful to communicate via e-mail prior to starting the class with an encouraging note. Check

Jun 21, 2010

Flameworking Basics | Delphi Live

Val is talking about flameworking basics. Learn about torches, glass and set up. Watch Val demo a bead and then instruct Roy on creating one. Alpha Torch https //www.delphiglass.com/flameworking/torches-accessories/alpha-torch Boro Bead Making Kit https //www.delphiglass.com/flameworking/torches-accessories/boro-bead-making-kit

Flameworking with Borosilicate

Borosilicate Glass Borosilicate, or "boro" for short, is also called "hard glass"; it has a COE of 32 or 33. The lower COE means your finished pieces will have a higher resistance to thermal shock and breaking. Borosilicate glass has unique characteristics, including a fascinating property of changing colors in different types of flames. Boro projects are more easily reworked and will anneal faster than soft glass projects. Because it melts at a higher temperature, bigger and hotter torches are usually the best for hard glass work. Get the Right Equipment Torches for boro are fueled by propane and oxygen, so youll need appropriate hoses, regulators and flashback arrestors. Torches come in a variety of sizes; beginners will likely want to start with a small or mid-range torch. Annealers are handy, but are optional for basic boro work. Delphi has a great selection of all the shaping and hand tools

May 28, 2012

Glaskoben Ornaments: On Trend This Holiday Season

Deck the halls with boughs of holly is really more than just lyrics from a popular holiday song. Each year my family and I always try to do something new and creative that will make memories for years to come. When I started my search internationally on whats new for Christmas 2010, I noticed a very obvious trend appearing all over. The round shape of the traditional ornament is very much in vogue. The real difference however is creating unique, one of a kind glass orbs to be enjoyed and admired. This year for Christmas 2010, we have a very special project that your entire family can assist in making. These beautiful GLASKOLBENS will be cherished and admired by friends and family alike. Ideas and suggestions for displaying your Glaskolbens 1. Arrange a variety of colors in your favorite bowl and instantly it becomes a show stopping centerpiece. 2.

Oct 18, 2010

Raking | Delphi Live

See how Roy and Val comb designs in glass when the temperature is approximately 1650 - 1750 degrees Fahrenheit. Rake https //www.delphiglass.com/tools-supplies/flameworking-tools/fireworks-bead-rake Studio Kiln https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=studio%20kiln

Summer 2015 Guest Instructors

The Summer 2015 session of art glass classes at Delphis Creativity Center in Lansing, MI is gearing up to start soon. This season renowned glass artists Peter McGrain and Deb Crowley impart their innovative new ideas and techniques to student glassworkers at Delphi. Get to know each artist and their work, then see which class is right for you. Class sizes are limited so register now to ensure your opportunity to work with these amazing artists. Peter McGrain Award winning artist/designer Peter McGrain has been working with stained glass for over 30 years. During this time he has handled every type of stained glass project imaginable; ranging in scope from intimate experimental panels to large-scale architectural installations. In all, it is his attention to composition and technique that make his imagery so successful. Check out Peters work on his website or our Pinterest board.

Apr 27, 2015

Glass Ornaments | Delphi Live

Watch Val make a glaskolben ornament as well as boro icicles on the torch. Then watch Roy will blow a glass ornament using our furnace. Hot Head Torch Head https //www.delphiglass.com/flameworking/torches-accessories/hot-head-torch-head Flameworking Supplies https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=flameworking%20supplies Glaskolben https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=flameworking%20supplies Bullseye Frit https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=Bullseye%20frit

Stained Glass News Feb. 2013 Edition- See What's New

Heres our list of 5 Favorite New Items from the February 2013 edition of Stained Glass News. 1. Snowflake Casting Molds from Colour de Verre With the new premium mold from Colour de Verre you can make incredibly detailed, beautiful snowflakes. There are so many ways you can use these snowflakes. Hang them on their own (they are light) or incorporate them into projects. Were excited about how creative you can get making the snowflakes depending on the size of frit and firing temperature. LOVE them with dichroic. Check out the mold and free project sheets posted on our website. You wont believe the gallery quality of the pieces you can create. 2. Barefoot Tools are Back and Better Than Ever. Powder Vibe Electric Mandrel Spinner The Bearfoot Tools line has some of our customers favorite tool; and

Jan 24, 2013

Making Beads with Val and Roy | Delphi Live

We are lighting up the torch in this Facebook live. Val and Roy are talking flameworking. Watch Val create a standard round bead as well as a fish bead.

Winner Announced: 2013 Glass Garden Art Pinspiration Contest

With the end of our very first ever Pinterest contest, we are thrilled to welcome over 1,000 new followers to our Pinterest boards. We hope that everyone found inspiration to create glass garden art projects of their own from our Glass Garden Art board and our Garden Center. Congratulations to the winner, Cindy Pilat, who was randomly selected. Cindys board has an inspiring collection of glass garden art. As the winner Cindy will receive an assorted mix of flameworking and jewelry supplies - plus a few fun mosaic supplies, a $100 value. Want to participate in future contests? Delphi announces all special events and contests through our email newsletters, sign up today. Also like us on Facebook to stay connected to all things Delphi. Thanks to all who participated in this contest.

Jun 13, 2013

Flameworking Basics | Delphi Live

We are lighting up the torch. Roy and Val are talking about flameworking basics. Review the tools and supplies needed to get started. Watch Val create a bead using both a hot head torch as well as a Carlisle Hellcat Table Top Torch.

Learn from the Best- 2015 Delphi Guest Instructors

We are gearing up for the Winter/Spring 2015 session of art glass classes at Delphis Creativity Center in Lansing, MI. This year accomplished glass artists Tim Drier and Carol Shelkin will bring their talent and expertise to Delphi to help students upgrade their skills. Get to know each artist and their work, then see which class is right for you. Class sizes are limited so register now to ensure your opportunity to work with these amazing artists. Tim Drier Tim Drier has been a glassblower for 25 years, and applies his scientific glassblowing expertise to artistic flameworking. He concentrates on creating decanters, goblets, vases, and human sculptural forms. Drier has taught flameworking courses at The Studio and the Pittsburgh Glass Center, and has demonstrated at the International Flameworkers Conference at Salem Community College. Check out Tims work on his Corning Museum of Glass page or his Pinterest

Jul 18, 2014

Sculptural Borosilicate Pumpkin with Val | Delphi Live

In this Facebook Live video Val shares her process and demonstrates how to make a small sculptural pumpkin on the torch. Below are the list of supplies used and annealing schedule so you too can create your own. Supplies we used today. Tools https //www.delphiglass.com/search/FBLivePumpkin090821 Frit https //www.delphiglass.com/borosilicate/frit-sample-packs/ Annealing Firing Schedule 1050°F for 20 minutes and allow to cool until in the annealer until it reaches room temperature.

Donna Sarafis: Basics of Fusing Part 2

Part 2 of a 2 part series on the basics of glass fusing. In this weeks article Donna gives advice on indispensable tools for beginner glass fusers. In the beginning, I used one larger tool, and that was a Super Star Grinder. It is still running, running, running. Others have come, and some have gone, but this one is still here. For smaller cold working projects, diamond hand pads do a nice job. The next cutting tool that I bought was a saw. My Taurus 3 Ring Saw has worked extremely well for me, and I love what I can do with it that I couldnt do before, but I worked for 2 years before I purchased this nifty item. As for cutters and breakers, I have many, but for me, the Silberschnitt breaker pliers are a must for small (1/4) strip breaking.....saves so much glass. I use both

Jul 24, 2012

Fusing with Glaskolben #FacebookLive

Val and Roy go over how to fuse with Glaskolben during a Facebook live. This is a great way to use broken ornaments with other 90 COE compatible glass.

Christmas in July Contest Winners Announced

Thank you to everyone who entered Delphis first-ever Christmas in July Contest. We had more than 125 amazing entries in stained glass, mosaics, flameworking, jewelry and fusing. A team of Delphi experts and artists chose the winners after much deliberation. Winners will receive a Delphi Gift card as well as the opportunity to be featured in a Delphi publication. Thanks for another great contest. View a complete list of winners here. Pictured Second Place overall winner. This large panel by Cara DiMassimo depicts a lone polar bear exploring a snowy ice flow. It is created using Bullseye 90 COE glass.

Aug 04, 2011

NEW Delphi Art Glass Classes

We believe that Delphi Art Glass classes can lead to a lifetime hobby and thousands of hours of enjoyable creativity. Guests enjoy a fun art glass class with other students while learning new tricks and techniques. Our experienced and enthusiastic artists guide students step-by-step to create their own works of art. Delphi Art Glass classes are a fun and creative hands-on group experience. Students share ideas and learn skills and techniques in an enjoyable, creative community environment under the guidance of experienced art glass instructors. We believe in helping people be creative and making the glass arts enjoyable and rewarding. Invite your friends, sip your favorite beverage and enjoy step-by-step instruction with our experienced and enthusiastic artists. Its a colorful, casual party atmosphere where youll leave your cares behind and go home with a one-of-a-kind project created by you. Visit Delphi Glass http //www.delphiglass.com/ https //www.facebook.com/delphiglass https //twitter.com/DelphiGlass https //www.pinterest.com/DelphiGlass/ http //www.delphiglass.com/blog Subscribe to Delphi Glass for more videos and project ideas https //www.youtube.com/DelphiGlass

How to Make Your Own Blown Glass Ornaments

GLASKOLBEN cylinders are pre-blown clear glass cylinders with blow pipe ends, used for blowing glass balls. Glaskolben cylinders are used throughout Europe for making Christmas tree ornaments. Glaskolben is a German word that translates to glass bulb. WATCHAVIDEOONBLOWINGGLASKOLBENORNAMENTS. SUPPLIES/EQUIPMENT Torch head for Mapp Gas use Gas/oxygen torch Glaskolben™ cylinder 90 COE frits and powders for decoration Ornament cap and loop set (available in gold or silver) COMPATIBILITY Glaskolben is compatible with Uroboros and Bullseye 90 COE glass frit and powders. Do not use any other COE as it may cause stress or fracture. HOWTOBLOWANORNAMENT 1. Light the torch and adjust the flame - a broader flame is better. Select a Sealed End Cylinder Glaskolben™ and introduce it into the back of the flame away from the torch. Rotate it as it is brought into the hotter area of the flame. Continue to rotate until the cylinder is glowing

Oct 01, 2011

Jodi McRaney Rusho: Glass with a Past

You may know Judi Rusho by the Epic Kiln Carving post we shared on Facebook last week, or by one of her many jewelry pieces floating around on Pinterest. Jodi is a glass artist who is known for stacking, tacking, slumping, fusing and etching discarded glass items into tasteful, functional art. How did you get started in glass? I was originally interested in lampworking, bought a kiln and couldnt afford to buy glass or any more equipment. Not being particularly patient, I promptly rounded up some bottles and started melting them. I liked the recycled aspect, and when other artists told me that it couldnt be done, I was in for the duration. Im nothing if not determined. I began in 1999, and have learned so much since then. Happily, I finally made my first lampwork beads last year. Why glass? If you look around your home or office right

Mar 12, 2012

Delphi Glass: How to Upload Your Artwork to the Artist Gallery

Delphi Glass was founded on the belief that making art glass projects should be enjoyable and rewarding for everyone, from budding craftspeople to professional artists. We believe in helping people be creative and making the glass arts enjoyable and rewarding. Delphi fulfills its commitment to the arts by assisting creative projects of individuals and supporting the development of educational programs in schools and communities. Throughout the year Delphi hosts some of the biggest events in the art glass community. Learn about our annual Art Glass Festival and juried contest at https //www.delphiglass.com/gallery/agf_info See all our Upcoming Classes & Events here https //www.delphiglass.com/page/workshops_main Visit Delphi Glass http //www.delphiglass.com/ https //www.facebook.com/delphiglass https //twitter.com/DelphiGlass https //www.pinterest.com/DelphiGlass/ http //www.delphiglass.com/blog Subscribe to Delphi Glass for more videos and project ideas https //www.youtube.com/DelphiGlass

Art Glass: A New Pastime in China

For the last few years, Dan Daniels, founder of Delphi Glass, has had his eye on China. With its rich art history and growing middle class, the country offers a new opportunity for the largest art glass retailer in America. In the United States, art glass, like woodworking or quilting, is a popular pastime. But until recently, China didnt have the luxury of pastimes. Ten or even five years ago, the Chinese didnt have the time or money to take on a hobby, Daniels said. Now thats starting to change. As a result of economic development, leisure-time activities are becoming more and more common in China. People are spending free time with their families, playing outside or visiting the mall. But there are no big box craft stores offering paper crafts, jewelry or sewing supplies in China. The craft industry as we know it in the U.S. is simply non-existent.

Mar 20, 2012

Learn from the Best- Spring 2015 Delphi Guest Instructors

The Spring 2015 session of art glass classes at Delphis Creativity Center in Lansing, MI is all set to start. This season renowned glass artists Cathy Claycomb and Margaret Zinser join Tim Drier and Carol Shelkin to help expand the scope of your glassworking skills. Get to know each artist and their work, then see which class is right for you. Class sizes are limited so register now to ensure your opportunity to work with these amazing artists. Tim Drier Tim Drier has been a glassblower for 25 years, and applies his scientific glassblowing expertise to artistic flameworking. He concentrates on creating decanters, goblets, vases, and human sculptural forms. Drier has taught flameworking courses at The Studio and the Pittsburgh Glass Center, and has demonstrated at the International Flameworkers Conference at Salem Community College. Check out Tims work on his Corning Museum of Glass page or

Mar 04, 2015

How to Use the Delphi “Glass Finder” Tool

Delphi Glass was founded on the belief that making art glass projects should be enjoyable and rewarding for everyone, from budding craftspeople to professional artists. We pride ourselves on our expert knowledge about the crafts our customers enjoy. We also understand the need to find the right tools to complete your beautiful projects. Our aim is to make it easier for you to find what you are looking for. Our online tools do just that. Delphi Glass has over 2,000 styles of glass, so don’t let finding the perfect piece discourage you. Allow our glass finder to help find just the right glass for your project. Our Glass Finder can be found by typing http //www.delphiglass.com/GlassFinder or scrolling to the bottom of our website at http //www.delphiglass.com/ and clicking on Glass Finder. When to Use Our Glass Finder Is your go-to green out of stock? The glass finder can help you select something similar. Are you trying to find something gorgeous to coordinate with a stunning sheet youve already got? Narrow the search by color, by brand, by transparency and more to see the top picks. Weve all been there - you have the perfect pattern and a vision of

Late Summer and Fall 2015 Guest Instructors

Late Summer and Fall 2015 provides an opportunity to expand your artistic horizons. Delphis Creativity Center in Lansing, MI presents new techniques introduced by Guest Instructors on the cutting edge of art glass innovation. This season renowned glass artists Wesley Wong, Margaret Zinser and Tim Drier impart their innovative new ideas and techniques to student glassworkers at Delphi. Get to know each artist and their work, then see which class is right for you. Class sizes are limited so register now to ensure your opportunity to work with these amazing artists. Wesley Wong Wesley Wong is an award-winning artist who designs and produces custom glass art from his studio in San Jose, California. His passion for glass started in 1981 with stained glass, which eventually lead him into mosaics and fused glass. His work features lots of bright colors and intricate patterns and has been exhibited in many juried

Aug 17, 2015

Delphi Gets Generous Donation for Beads of Courage

Last week, we were surprised (and thrilled. ) to receive a donation of 120 beautiful lampworked borosilicate beads for Beads of Courage. The artist was Ruth Kelley from Gainesville, MO. We caught up with her this week to ask her a few questions about her generous donation. Delphi How did you hear about the Beads of Courage initiative? Ruth Kelley Initially I saw a TV spot about Beads of Courage and how much the organization means to the patients. Then I got the Delphi e-newsletter about the initiative, and knew I had to contribute. Delphi How did you get started flameworking? Ruth Kelley A neighbor opened a studio (Sharon Stoffel of Morningstar Glass), and I started taking classes from her in 2008. Delphi Who or what inspires you? Ruth Kelley There are so many talented glass artists. I used to spend hours looking at websites and admiring artists work. Plus,

Jan 21, 2011

Delphi Glass - Holiday Creations Slideshow

Get Inspired to create your holiday themed glass art from these creations taken from our artist gallery. You will find fused glass, stained glass, jewelry, flameworking, mosaics and more.

A Personal Glass Experience

The office was all abuzz when Marketing Director Monika Smolarczyk told us she was going to the Personal Glass Experience at the Morean Arts Center. She could tell we were jealous. Our corporate offices in Tampa, FL are just a short drive from the art centers location in St. Petersburg. Dating back to 1917, the former Art Club of St. Petersburg, has become a world-renowned center for glass art. The Personal Glass Experience is a one-on-one demonstration on glass blowing that takes place in the centers Hot Shop. For a nominal fee, a seasoned glass blower guides each participant through every step of the hot glass process until his or her glass sculpture or ornament is complete. First, the glass blower collected the glass from the furnace onto a large (and heavy) metal rod. At this point the glass is about 2,300F. Next, Monika rolled the glass onto a steel

Apr 12, 2011

Delphi Glass Annual Sidewalk Sale

Every July Delphi Glass features one of its largest events, the Annual Sidewalk Sale. During this one day special event Delphi offers some of its best deals of the year. Get special savings on one-of-a-kind items, scratch and dents, close-outs, and more. See what its like to be at our annual sidewalk sale.

National Book Lover's Day Gives Me an Excuse to Celebrate

National Book Lovers Day is a lesser known holiday - much to my disappointment. Its celebrated on August 9th every year. I love books. I love books so much that in my house, every day is Book Lovers Day. Im hoping youll join me in celebrating for this one day at least though. A book is a gift you can open again and again. Garrison Keillor A home without books is like a room without windows. Horace Mann Books have always held a special place in my heart. They open up a world of new possibilities to me. Each time I come back to a book, I bring fresh experiences and perspective to it, which lets me take something new away from it. Art books are no different. In addition to the bones of the process, the invaluable instruction that they present, they offer an opportunity to dream and create.

Aug 07, 2013

Hot Head Beadmaking Kit | Delphi Glass

The Hot Head Beadmaking kit provides all the tools necessary to get started in flameworking. WIth this kit you will be able make your own glass beads.

A Beginner's Trip to Lansing-Classes (Part 3)

My second day in Lansing was the day Id been waiting for. Classes. I met instructors Val Oswalt and Roy Kapp. When I say experts, Im not kidding. (Those of you whove taken classes with them know what I mean.) Online marketing expert Stacy Daniels joined me for the fusing portion of instruction. After much discussion over terms and techniques, we created small glass tiles for firing. These would eventually be slumped into small jewelry dishes. Here are a few beginner fusing tips I wrote down 1. Theres no real benefit to using 90 COE over 96 COE (or vice versa) 2. Never fuse more than one layer of glass over your mold (create your layered effect first if you so choose) 3. Molten glass wants to be inch thick. Plan your piece accordingly. 4. All kilns are different. Dont be surprised if you have to adjust your firing schedule.

Jul 02, 2010

Beadmaking 101 Preview | Delphi Glass

Learn the exciting craft of flamweworking by making your own glass beads. This hands-on glass beadmaking course will take you through all the steps of manipulating glass rods into colorful glass beads.

Award-winning Video Spotlights Hilltop Artists

Its very rare that a video stops me in my tracks. But when a colleague sent me Hilltop Artists Black Forest Ham video, I was hooked for the entire 7 min. and 58 seconds. If you havent heard of Hilltop Artists, its an organization that reaches out to at-risk teens and teaches them the art of fusing, flameworking, mosaics and glass blowing. More importantly, it gives kids a sense of self-worth and an outlet for pent-up frustration. With the help of Dale Chihuly, Hilltop Artists, a 501(c)3 non-profit glass arts program, opened in 1994. It provides classes and individualized instruction for more than 500 students each year, and no students are refused based on past behavior, grades, disabilities, or artistic talent. This video won a Telly award back in June for being one of the finest video productions created for the web. I encourage you to watch it and find

Sep 06, 2011

Blown Glass Ornaments Preview | Delphi Glass

Learn how to create your own blown glass ornaments at Delphi Glass Creativity Center. Watch our short video to see what you can expect while taking our Blown Glass Ornaments class. In this class you will get hands-on training to create the ornaments yourself.

Donate Your Beads to Beads of Courage

By now, youre probably aware of Delphis partnership with the Beads of Courage program. For those of you who arent, heres a quick overview. Beads of Courage brings handmade beads to children receiving treatment for life-threatening illnesses. A bead is awarded by the childs healthcare provider for treatment milestones like blood transfusions, chemotherapy treatments and surgeries to document the childs treatment journey. The success of Beads of Courage is completely reliant on artists and volunteers. Since 2004, more than 500,000 beads have been donated by lampworkers, clay workers, woodworkers and other bead artists, and we want YOU to get in on the action. Were so passionate about this cause, weve pledged to donate 100,000 beads to Beads of Courage, and we need your help. Were asking you to make a few extra glass beads the next time youre in your studio. Send them to Delphi and in return, well give

Oct 12, 2010

How to Make a Glass Marble | Delphi Glass

Delphi instructor Val Oswalt - De Waard demonstrates a simple method for creating a glass marble on a torch. http //www.delphiglass.com/search/borosilicate

Ribbon Machine Replaces Glassblowers

Last weekend, while killing time in Detroit before a flight, I wandered into the Henry Ford Museum. If you havent had a chance to visit this monstrous attraction, make plans now. Its incredible. I was there for three hours and saw only a small portion of what the museum has to offer. There are huge machinery collections, transportation exhibits and much, much more planes, trains and automobiles, oh my. I was especially intrigued with one particular machine. The Corning Glass Ribbon Machine. Before the invention of this machine, every light bulb was hand blown. As you can imagine, this process was painstakingly slow and expensive. But then a man named Will Woods came along and changed the world. This is his story. In 1898, Will Woods was a 19-year-old kid looking to pursue his dream of becoming a glassblower. He traveled to the Corning Glass Manufactory in Corning, NY

May 05, 2011

How to Decorate a Bead with Stringer | Delphi Glass

Delphi instructor Val Oswalt - De Waard demonstrates how to embellish a bead with stringer. She shows viewers how to make a base bead and then how to apply squiggles and dots with stringer. http //www.delphiglass.com/glass-rods-more-90-coe/stringers/

Meet Delphi's Fall Guest Instructors

We are excited about the Fall 2013 line up of talented glass art experts teaching classes at Delphis Creativity Center in Lansing, MI. Each artist brings their own unique skill set and techniques that any student from beginner to professional artist would enjoy. Tim Driers intricate hollow forms will amaze flameworking fans. Learn valuable new skills from this master glass blower. Gain fusing expertise in Janet Schraders classes. Janet has many special tricks to impart that will take your fusing knowledge to a new level. Kent Lauers glass magic will enthrall coldworking enthusiasts. Youll also learn glass gem making from this master of beveling. One look at Patty Grays fantastic glass art will have fusers thirsting to learn her secrets. Patty will share some of her unique methods during her Advanced Fusing class. Get to know each artist and their work, then see which class is right for you. Class

Aug 23, 2013

How to Remove the Blow Pipe from a Glaskolben Ornament | Delphi Glass

http /J0mwwX The simple method shown in this video requires a scribe to score the blow pipe. If you would like to see how to blow the Glaskolben, watch this video first http //youtu.be/Sd-dtdcVoOI.

Stained Glass News May 2013 Edition

Heres our list of 5 Favorite New Items from the May 2013 edition of Stained Glass News, also in this issue Stained Glass News 25th Anniversary Contest winners announced. 1. Button Molds from Creative Paradise What better way to show off your art, than to wear it. These fantastic new molds from Creative Paradise are available in three different styles, Small Round, Large Round, and Square giving you the freedom to create buttons for any apparel in your closet. We love creating glass art and what a bonus when it is practical too. 2. Getting the Blues can be Great - 2 Exciting New Colors from Spectrum Glass Expand your creative pallet with the latest hues from our friends at Spectrum Glass. Blue Topaz and Hydrangea Opal bring to life two of our favorite shades from nature, perfect for portraying bright ocean blues and subtle floral hues. These colors

May 22, 2013

How to Use Frit to Decorate a Glass Bead | Delphi Glass

Delphi instructor Val Oswalt - De Waard demonstrates how to use frit in a bead project. In this video, she is using a Double Helix frit.The incredible color combinations in Double Helix glass have the ability to strike in the reducing flame, giving the look of Boro but in 104 COE. http //www.delphiglass.com/fusible-glass/bullseye-90-coe-glass/

How to Sign Up for Delphi Classes

Now that we’re into the New Year, perhaps you’ve made a few resolutions regarding your glass art. Maybe you’ve vowed to learn a new technique or delve deeper into the glass art of your choice. Whatever the case may be, Delphi has many classes scheduled for this year and you can be a part of them. Not sure how to sign up for a class at Delphi? Just click here to get right to our classes home page. Once there, you can browse classes by craft. There are classes for stained glass, mosaics, fusing, jewelry and flameworking. In this section, you can also look up special store events to see what’s happening at Delphi or you can choose to search by guest instructor if there’s an artist you’d most like to have the chance to learn from. One of the best tools is the class calendar. It gives

Jan 06, 2017

How to Use Millefiori in a Flameworking Bead | Delphi Glass

Delphi instructor Val Oswalt - De Waard demonstrates how to add millefiori to a bead. Millefiori are small fusible glass flowers that make beautiful embellishments to any flameworking project. http //www.delphiglass.com/bullseye-90-coe-glass/millefiori-90-coe/

Sign Up for Hollow Functional Glass Art Classes at Delphi Glass!

Take your flameworking skills to the next level with Delphi Glass. We’re excited to offer classes that teach you how to create hollow functional glass art. Hollow functional glass art involves the creation of different vessels that you can use in different ways. In these classes, you’ll become familiar with using Borosilicate glass, COE 33, to design your own unique hollow glass art creations including cups, shot glasses, vases, and pipes. Instructor Val Oswalt-De Waard shows you how to become a master at this technique. You’ll learn how to use basic borosilicate tubing techniques to heat and shape hollow forms into functioning glass sculptures. See it done and then get a hands-on experience to blow hollow forms, open cups and flame open-air holes. You’ll also learn how to introduce some color into these hollow forms. One-day classes on hollow functional glass art allow for enough time for every

Aug 12, 2017

2012 Art Glass Festival Slideshow | Delphi Glass

A few of the entries and winners from Delphis Annual Art Glass Festival at the Lansing Creativity Center in Michigan. For a complete list of winners, please visit, www.DelphiGlass.com/AGF