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Bedazzled Earrings: A Microwave Fusing Project

By Rita Levine Skill Level 2 (Adult 1-5 1 being the easiest, 5 being most difficult) Time to Complete 45 Minutes Materials Fuseworks Kiln Fuseworks Kiln Paper Fuseworks Glass Cutter Wheeled Glass Nippers Ruler Westrim pearl assortment Sterling Silver Plated Square Cabochon Mini Links - Delphi 85435 2 hat pins Earring wires Scrap fusing glass 90 COE Chain-nose pliers Round-nose pliers Instructions 1. Place white glass on a clean flat cutting surface with the smooth side of the glass facing towards you. 2. Start on an edge of the glass holding the cutter firmly in one hand. Keep the cutter perpendicular to the glass. Push the cutter gently and evenly across the glass. Decrease pressure slightly as you reach the opposite edge of the glass; lift the cutter off the glass at the end. 3. Breaking the score line can be done with breaking pliers. Hold the glass in

Jun 21, 2010

Fusing in a Microwave Kiln

Fusing in a Microwave Kiln Fuseworks is the quick and easy way to fuse glass at home. Learn how to use your new microwave kiln in this easy-to-follow instructional guide. It also includes a firing log to track your fusing time and success. Download Instructional Guide Viewing these downloadable files, requires the use of the free Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you do not have the free Adobe Acrobat Reader on your system, you may download it from the Adobe web site.

May 21, 2012

Pot Melts | Delphi Live

Join Roy and Val as they talk about Pot Melts. They go over things such as tips and tricks when it comes to firing schedules, mold releases and more. You wont want to miss it. Pot Molds https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=Pot%20molds Boron Nitride Mold Release https //www.delphiglass.com/fusing-supplies/fiber-paper-shelf-wash/zyp-boron-nitride-mold-release-13-oz

Divitrification After a Full-Fuse Firing

Have you ever noticed ugly, hazy, gray coloration around the edges of your full-fused designs? This is especially noticeable when placing darker colored or iridized glass designs on a lighter colored background but it can happen with any color combination. This phenomenon is known as edge-devit (devitrification) and is most often caused by grinding the glass edges prior to fusing. This also occurs when using a diamond blade saw to cut your glass. One glass manufacturer explains it this way; The roughened edges in the ground area create thousands of tiny points from which crystal growth can easily propagate. The best solution is to score and break the glass as close to your final shape as possible to minimize grinding (or better yet avoid it altogether). If you must grind you could try using a light coat of clear overglaze (i.e. Fusemaster Super Spray) on the ground areas to

Jul 02, 2010

Question & Answer | Delphi Live

Join in as Roy and Val answer some common questions when it comes to different topics such as fusing and stained glass best practices.

Observing a Kiln During Firing: What's Normal?

Why does my kiln make a buzzing sound? Here are some of the sounds that a kiln makes The heating elements hum when they turn on.That is because they vibrate in the brick grooves due to magnetism between the coils. This sound is normal. It diminishes as the kiln gets hotter, because the elements soften. The clicking noise of a switch-operated kiln is also normal.It is the sound of an infinite control switch cycling on and off. When the clicking turns into a popping noise, the switch is probably about to fail. You should keep a spare on hand. Relays are another source of clicking.To turn on the elements, a digital controller sends twelve volts to the relays. The relays, in turn, act as switches and send full voltage to the elements. The relays click every time they turn on. A chattering noise, however, indicates that a relay is about

Jul 14, 2010

Fusing Dichroic Glass

Mastering Dichroic Fusing in a Microwave Kiln You dont have to have a full sized kiln to work with beautiful dichroic glass. This instructional sheet will show you how to fuse dichro right in your Fuseworks microwave kiln. Download Instructional Guide Viewing these downloadable files, requires the use of the free Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you do not have the free Adobe Acrobat Reader on your system, you may download it from the Adobe web site.

May 21, 2012

Casting Molds | Delphi Live

Join Roy and Val as they go over the different varieties of casting molds that we have on hand here at Delphi. Special feature of the Creative Paradise Casting Molds, you dont want to miss this one. Large Seahorse Casting Mold https //www.delphiglass.com/new-products/fusing-supplies/large-seahorse-casting-mold Casting Molds https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=casting%20molds

Glass Fusing Q&A

No oneknowstheexactorigins of glass fusing although there is evidence that the Egyptians were familiar withrudimentary techniques. The Romans however arenoted by scholars for developingrefined glass fusing skills. Although technology has changed the way modern glass fuserswork,the technique isessentially the same as those developed by the Romans centuries ago. The basic technique involvesstacking two or morelayers of fusible glass, which are then placed in a kiln and gradually heated to between 1450-1500 Fahrenheit.At these temperatures the layers of glass fuse, or melt together and become one. Unfortunately, glass kilnsare large andexpensive,whichkeeps most Hobbyists from pursuing this art form. Now there are new kiln options, including theThe Fuseworks Microwave Kiln. This device works in most household microwaves and can fuse glass in about 3 minutes. Here are some common questions we get on fusing in this modern-day kiln. The following are Q A complied by Diamond Tech, the manufacturer of Fuseworks

Jul 28, 2010

Fusing Glass Shapes

Fusing with Fusible Glass Shapes Save time and minimize waste with fusible glass shapes. Delphi has a wide variety of pre-cut glass circles, millefiori, and glass confetti. Learn how to fuse it all in your Fuseworks microwave kiln. Download the instructional guide below. Download Instructional Guide Viewing these downloadable files, requires the use of the free Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you do not have the free Adobe Acrobat Reader on your system, you may download it from the Adobe web site. Project by Kayleigh McGrath.

May 21, 2012

Textured Glass Showroom Walk-through | Delphi Live

We had a video request. In this Facebook Live Roy and Val are walking you around our showroom and talking about textured glass. Showing the different styles and their stunning details. Textured Glass https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=textured%20glass

The Colors are Hot, Intense, and Full of Life

Delphi Glass has many experts on hand to help you, such as stained glass experts, fusing experts and jewelry experts. But, did you know we also have trend experts? As a Merchandise Specialist at Delphi, one of things I enjoy best is predicting color trends. With the help of Delphis staff artists and instructors we have come up with our choices for late summer. Our choice for the top 3 colors for late summer 2010 are

Aug 31, 2010

What is Fusing?

All Glass is Fusible. Any glass will melt in a kiln when you heat it up; fusing glass successfully depends on knowing how different glasses work together. In our never-ending quest to "Make it Easy," our Delphi Experts have compiled the following pointers to help you make your next masterpiece ... in fused glass. Coefficient of Expansion A Coefficient of Expansion (COE) is simply a measurement of the rate that glass will expand and contract when it is heated and cooled. To fuse multiple pieces of glass together, its important to use glass that is compatible. Fusible glass manufacturers test their glass to guarantee the COE (sometimes referred to as "tested-compatible"). To avoid stress-cracks and breakage, it is very important to use glass that has the same COE. The two main COEs for fusible glass are 90 and 96. The main difference between the two is that 96 is generally

May 28, 2012

Fusing Basics | Delphi Live

Have you wanted to start glass fusing but have no clue how? Then this Facebook Live is for you. Roy and Val are talking about the basics of fusing. What is a glass COE? How to slump and drape. What thickens does glass want to be? How and when do you use kiln paper, kiln wash or boron nitride? Learn it all. #facebooklive Oceanside 7 Pack Frit Assortment - 96 COE https //www.delphiglass.com/oceanside-frit/assortments/oceanside-7-pack-frit-assortment-96-coe Boron Mold Release https //www.delphiglass.com/fusing-supplies/fiber-paper-shelf-wash/zyp-boron-nitride-mold-release-13-oz Slumping Molds https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=molds

Mardi Gras Magic

Of all the art mediums, glass is perhaps the most beautiful way to capture the magic of Mardi Gras. Glass artists in New Orleans, and across the US and worldwide, are embracing the holiday and creating some incredible projects. The Mardi Gras celebration is full of color and symbolism, and provides inspiration for bold, eccentric art. Delphi Artist, Julie Haan, whose talent extends into fusing, stained glass, mosaics and beyond, created the awesome projects you see in this post. Her inspiration? The rich history behind one of the worlds most beloved celebrations. The actual phrase Mardi Gras means Fat Tuesday in French. Its a long lasting European custom for people to overindulge before the sobering beginning of Lent. Some scholars believe the original roots can be traced back to ancient Roman times during their springtime feasting. In the United States, the Grand Capital of Mardi Gras is New Orleans,

Jan 21, 2011

Glass Fusing

The art of glass fusing has been around for many years. It regained popularity during the 1960s and has maintained a strong place in artist communities since. Fusing glass in a kiln is a fascinating technique that enables artists to create unique and gorgeous projects, but getting started can be intimidating for artists new to hot glass techniques. The information and tips provided below will provide some basic information and make it easy to get started. Glass compatibility (COE) The Coefficient of Expansion (COE) refers to the rate at which glass expands and contracts when heated and cooled. All glass has a COE but we dont always know what it is. Its important that all of the glass you are fusing together expands and contracts at the same rate or stress and cracking can occur. Glass manufactured specifically for fusing is tested for compatibility. Always fuse glass with

May 26, 2012

Bullseye Glass Spotlight | Delphi Live

Bullseye Glass has been around since 1974. This premium glass is know for fusing. On this Facebook Live Roy and Val are talking about the Bullseye glass line and why we love it. Bullseye Glass https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=bullseye%20pack

Art Glass Festival: An Insider's Perspective

As March begins, theres almost a palpable excitement in the air at Delphi. This year will be my 13th Art Glass Festival, and somehow every year its magical almost like being a kid waiting anxiously for Christmas morning all over again. It begins earlier than you might think with conversations about the schedule of events, prizes, guest artists and more. Thanks to the enthusiasm and dedication of our staff, the entire event is carefully planned and coordinated to showcase the talent of our customers and offer an opportunity to have fun. I like to dig in and take a very hands-on role in the entire process. While entries are streaming in through the Lansing Creativity Center and Online, Im busy checking in the prizes donated by dozens of generous vendors. While the Creativity Center is being transformed into a Gallery, I work with a team and coordinate the assembly of

Feb 23, 2011

Fusing Inclusions

Fusing Inclusions Fusing materials, like leaves or metal objects, between glass layers can give very beautiful and unusual affects. Learn how to add your own inclusions in your Fuseworks projects. Download the instructional guide below. Download Instructional Guide Viewing these downloadable files, requires the use of the free Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you do not have the free Adobe Acrobat Reader on your system, you may download it from the Adobe web site.

May 21, 2012

Toyo Glass Cutter | Delphi Live

The glass cutter is the center of any glass artists’ world. No better cutter than Toyo cutters. Hear why we love these cutters so much and see how to use the different styles. Studio Pro Pencil Glass Cutter https //www.delphiglass.com/glass-cutters-tools/glass-cutters/studio-pro-brass-glass-cutter Pistol Grip Glass Cutter https //www.delphiglass.com/fusing-supplies/fusing-tools/pistol-grip-tap-wheel-oil-cutter-for-thick-glass Saddle Grip Glass Cutter https //www.delphiglass.com/glass-cutters-tools/glass-cutters/custom-grip-tap-wheel-supercutter Thomas Grip Glass Cutter https //www.delphiglass.com/glass-cutters-tools/glass-cutters/thomas-grip-supercutter

Bullseye Thinfire Shelf Paper to the Skin's Rescue

As a fused glass jewelry artisan I have probably spent as much time on the look and feel of the backs of my pieces as the fronts. I have found that the feel of the glass on the skin is as much a selling point as the colors or design. Its the same conundrum fiber artists have been dealing with for ages wool is an amazing fiber - easy to knit with and warm - but the majority of folks just cant stand that itchy feeling on bare skin. The same principle applies to glass. What you use on your kiln shelf can determine exactly how your pieces will feel on the skin - and in turn, can make for a happier customer. After experimenting with various methods including kiln wash (produces a very rough feel) and thicker fiber papers/boards (again, too rough) I have settled down into a

Nov 02, 2011

Fusing Method

Fusing glass in a kiln is a fascinating technique that enables artists to create unique and gorgeous projects. The following fusing rules and firing instructions should provide you with enough information to make a variety of projects, creating an appreciation for the complexities and potential of fused glass, and paving the way for more intricate designs and ideas. Download Fusing Method Instructions. Viewing these downloadable file requires the use of the free Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you do not have the free Adobe Acrobat Reader on your system, you may download it from the href=http //www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html Adobe web site. -- Tested Compatible When glass is heated inside a kiln it expands, and when it cools it contracts. When fusing two or more pieces of glass together, they need to expand and contract at the same rate. Otherwise, when the glass cools, one glass will pull on the other

May 22, 2012

Sandblasting | Delphi Live

During this Facebook Live Roy and Val talk about sandblasting and show you how it’s done. Plus how to use it for stained glass, fusing and more. Sandblaster Cabinet with Gun https //www.delphiglass.com/sandblasting/sandblasters/sandblasting-cabinet-with-gun

DIY To the Rescue: How to Make a Frit Piston

As a self-described cheap glass artisan who lives in rural Maine,finding or making the tools I need myself (rather than buying them online and having them shipped) is a must. As a total beginner, I found that making frit with my scrap glass was actually messier and more dangerous than I had originally suspected. Hammering away on my back deck proved to be a situation which resulted in wasted scrap glass...and tons of cuts.I finally admitted finding a proper tool to make my own frit was a necessity (to my deck AND my hands) - but $50 (plus shipping) for a Frit Piston was just not in my budget. So I took an hour to roam the Home Depot (which, yes, even in rural Maine you will find one) for ideas on how to hack my own solution. What I came up with, after wandering the isles for an

Nov 01, 2011

Fusing Tips

How do you apply kiln wash to a shelf? Mix up kiln wash according to the manufacturers instructions. Most recipes consist of one part kiln wash to four or five parts water by volume. Brush the kiln wash onto the kiln shelf using a haik brush; this allows the kiln wash to go on more smoothly. At least four coats of kiln wash should be applied to the shelf, with each coat brushed on in a different direction (side to side, top to bottom, and diagonally in two directions). Also stir up the kiln wash between coats because the kiln wash can settle quickly in the bottom of your container. Once you have applied all of your coats, allow the shelf to air dry for a day. Otherwise, you can speed up the drying process by placing the kiln shelf in your kiln, heating up the kiln to 500 F,

May 27, 2012

Hands-free Vibrating Grinder Kit | Delphi Live

Roy and Val will demonstrate just how easy cold working can be with our hands-free vibrating grinder kit. Hands-Free Vibrating Grinder Kit https //www.delphiglass.com/grinders-polishers/machinery/16-hands-free-vibrating-grinder-kit Silicon Grit https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=silicon%20carbide%20grit

How to Make a Suncatcher Ornament with Scrap Glass

As a crafty person, the holiday time can be rough. Not only are we lugging around 7.4 million pounds of product to various craft shows, we also have the expectation upon us that we will hand make everyones holiday gift...because, were crafty like that (plus, you and I both know that it would KILL us to buy gifts that we could otherwise make - its in our DNA). So, at the end of the day - our backs and feet are killing us, wed rather die than smile or make small talk with one more person, we have a car full of stuff to unload (which we also both know will stay there for another 3 weeks until we cant stand it much longer)...and I have to MAKE a present for your sisters husbands aunts niece who is in college? Oy. Enter the scrap glass suncatcher slash holiday ornament. This

Dec 15, 2011

Casting Leaves with Fusible Molds | Delphi Live

We are ready for fall and what better way to get ready than casting leaves. Roy and Val will show a variety of casting molds and how fire them and use them. Slumping Molds https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=slumping%20mold Casting Molds https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=castings%20molds Mold Release https //www.delphiglass.com/fusing-supplies/fiber-paper-shelf-wash/zyp-boron-nitride-mold-release-13-oz Kiln Wash https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=kiln%20wash Studio Pro LED Lightpad https //www.delphiglass.com/tools-supplies/pattern-making-supplies/studio-pro-led-light-pad Below are the firing schedules we used in this video. Thin Lighter Fuse Segment rate temp hold 1 400°/hr 1000° 30 mins 2 400°/hr 1400° 15 mins 3 9999 900° 1 hour Full Fuse with Full Molds Segment rate temp hold 1 400°/hr 1000° 40 mins 2 400°/hr 1450° 15mins 3 9999 900° 1 hour Slump Over Fiber Blanket Segment rate temp hold 1 250°/hr 1000° 30 mins 2 300°/hr 1200° 20 mins 3 9999 900° 1 hour

A Creative Resolution: How to Use Holey Molds

The holiday season is over. The ham has been eaten and all your resolutions have been made (and probably broken). The time for making and giving out all your large and time consuming presents has passed...now what? Creatively stunted? Need a change of pace or something that is easy, simple yet stunning? I know around this time of the year, I sure do. I need an activity that has a fast turn around time and the oomph to push me to create more. Sometimes just the act of creating can push you kicking and screaming through a creative block. Enter the fun (and inexpensive) holey molds. What a perfect way to use up scrap glass AND to produce a baseline piece from which to creatively expand upon. The best part? As the name denotes...they fuse with the hold already MADE - no messy, time consuming drilling. (Which, in the dead

Jan 03, 2012

Fusible Glass Showroom Tour | Delphi Live

Watch a glass showroom tour with Val and Roy who will show you about the different manufacturers, types of fusible glass.

Medium Mashup: Working with Fused Glass and Silver

It is true. Even the best of us get bored. We work and learn and experiment with one medium or one itty piece of said medium (which, like a new love, we are infatuated with - can think of nothing else)but, after a while -things can get stale. Its normal. The beauty is to realize that all these lovely and wonderful and awe inspiring mediums do not have to live in a vacuum. When you get bored with onedo a little of what I like to call Medium Mash-Up. My latest mashups have been with my own fused glass and silver. You can only fuse so many pendants and plates before youve had enough. For me, that means its time to move on to another process for a while. After working in silver (mostly rings) and loving itone day I found myself staring longingly at my lonely and unused kiln

Mar 05, 2012

Brier Running Pliers in action

Watch us use the Brier running pliers with 5mm clear glass, textured Youghiogheny glass and running super thin strips. Shop them on our website https //www.delphiglass.com/mosaic-supplies/tools-supplies/brier-running-pliers #brandnew #BrierRunningPliers #RunningPliers #GlassTools #NewTool #StaiendGlass #Fusing #Mosaic #GlassArtist

Beginner's Notes: Achieve a Stained Glass Look in Fusing

I saw a free stained glass pattern in the Delphi newsletter that I just loved. I knew if I made it into a stained glass panel, I wouldnt be able to eat off of it. So I set out to create a fused glass platter instead. My husband and I decided to cut all the pattern pieces by hand (thinking about it later, I would have used my Delphi Taurus 3 glass saw). We sandwiched all the fusible pieces between two sheets of transparent 96 COE glass. In the end, I didnt have the heart to slump it into its mold. I made a channel on each side with fiber paper foam and transparent glass, to hang it with.(I have learned to double the channels for the wire loop.) There were some bubbles due to our handcutting and gaps, so the second fusing got rid of some of those. During

Nov 30, 2011

Brier Running Pliers

The NEW Brier Running Pliers from Creators have arrived. These will be on every glass artists’ wish list. Hear whats to love from Roy. Shop them on our website https //www.delphiglass.com/mosaic-supplies/tools-supplies/brier-running-pliers #brandnew #BrierRunningPliers #RunningPliers #GlassTools #NewTool #StaiendGlass #Fusing #Mosaic #GlassArtist

Beginner's Notes: Making Glass Feathers

The Feathers of the Phoenix Plate is the most complex plate I have made so far.Making the glass feathers and fusing the plate is an 8-step process. It starts with a glass brick that is fused from layers of transparent and opal glass dammed between four kiln bricks. The brick is then sawed in half and bookended, then fused again. After fusing, the brick is sawed into thin slices with a round diamond bladed Taurus 3 glass saw. The slices are again bookended together and fused with a piece of clear glass on top. All the glass feathers turn out beautifully and never look the same. They can be used in jewelry and plates. The feathers are laid out on a black piece of opal glass and fused flat. Then a transparent piece of glass is placed on top, and the plate undergoes another 12-hour fusing. The last step

Nov 30, 2011

Unboxing the Bullseye Mega 45lb Fusible Glass Pack

When we need a picture, you get an unboxing. Today we are opening the Bullseye Mega 45lb Fusible Glass Pack. #BullseyeGlass #Opal #Transparent #Iridized #Collage #Fusible #KilnFormed Bullseye Mega 45lb. Glass Pack - 90 COE https //www.delphiglass.com/bullseye-90-coe-glass/glass-packs-90-coe/bullseye-mega-45-lb-glass-pack-90-coe

Making Pendants and Purse Hangers with the Screen Melt Set

Im always looking for ways to use my scrap, so I decided to give the round screen melt set a try. I had mixed feelings about it, because I made the mistake of not following the fusing schedule, and tried to wing it with my pre-programmed kiln. Despite the error of my ways, I ended up with some very pretty glass using two colors of opal art glass scraps. With my screen melt complete, I used a Sharpie pen to trace out my images, and began cutting them with my Taurus 3 Ring Saw. Once I finished the shapes, I put the pendants and purse hangars back in my skutt Firebox 14 kiln, for a fire polish on the slow tack fuse. Some got bails, some wire wrapping, and the others were epoxied to purse hangers. Looking back, If you follow the Delphi directions labeled as users manual in the

Mar 23, 2012

Drop Rings | Delphi Live

We are talking about slumping with drop rings. Roy and Val talk about firing schedules, glass thickness and firing schedules. They also show how to create your own custom drop ring molds. Drop Rings / Molds https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=drop%20rings

How to: Create Faux Opals with Glass

Before I was fortunate enough to own a kiln, I used to experiment with all kinds of polymer clay using recipes for faux gemstones. It was fun and inexpensive. While giving a fused glass lesson the other day, I said, Hey, lets try to make some faux opals. So, we crushed up some green and orange, clear backed dichroic glass (from the Uroboros Magic Box), and mixed in a tiny bit of crushed opaque white glass. We cut two transparent ovals, covered them with Bullseye Glastac Firing Glue, and sprinkled on the frit. We added another layer of glue and piled up some more frit. The beauty of this glue is that you can use as much as you want. I love it for holding the frit on the edges of bowls and glass. The fired pieces looked like opal cabochons. To make the cabochons more opaque, I used my

Apr 04, 2012

Draping Glass | Delphi Glass

We are talking about draping glass over fusing forms. Learn how to measure, create a base and more. Casting Molds https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=casting%20molds Draping Molds https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=draping

Studio News: Tips for Using Frit Molds

Frit Molds are becoming increasingly more popular, especially with all the new styles of jewelry molds coming out. Getting a beautiful finished project can be tricky at times. Issue #1 Glass tends to stick; and create sharp daggers on the sides of the glass project. This can happen when the glass separator is getting thin or worn away. Boron Nitride MR-97 is the answer. It is a versatile product that can also be used on stainless steel molds as well. Think of it like teflon on your frying pan. It will not allow the glass to stick to the mold. Projects pop right out and are ready to wear. You do have to follow the instructions and reapply as directed. Watch a video on how to use Boron Nitride MR-97. However if you do get spurs on the sides of your project, simply use a wet hand sanding pad

Feb 04, 2016

Delphi Superior 90 COE Glass - 7 More Colors

Shop our showroom for all the colors. https //www.delphiglass.com/bullseye-90-coe-glass/delphi-superior-glass-90-coe/

Friendship Bracelets using Fused Glass Nano Beads

Did you know that Friendship Day and Sister Day are both on the first Sunday in August? Want to do something special for a couple of those special friends or family members in your life. How about making a friendship bracelet that you and your friends will love and cherish for years to come? Each person will get the same or similar bracelet, signifying the unity of people represented. This special friendship bracelet uses fusible glass to create beautiful lifesaver candy beads from glass frit. Supplies youll need System96 Medium Frit - Clear, plus any other transparent or opaque colors you might like Nano Beads casting mold Heres how to make your bracelets 1. Select a colored frit to represent each friend or family member(dont forget yourself) - the number of colors represents how many lifesaver beads youll make per color. For example, 5 people = 5colors of frit,

Jul 17, 2012

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

Delphi Superior Glass - 90 COE

Shop our showroom. https //www.delphiglass.com/bullseye-90-coe-glass/delphi-superior-glass-90-coe/

Celebrating Innovations in Art Glass

Delphis 40th Year Anniversary is quickly approaching, which will be commemorated with the release of the 2012 Annual Catalog.Our constant commitment to making art glass accessible to everyone by providing the largest selection of supplies and art glass has truly made us innovators. One of the ways we stay on the cutting edge is to bring tools and products that enable the process of creating to become enjoyable and rewarding for everyone. This month we are featuring two of our vendors whose products support the mission of Delphi and embody innovation. We recently caught up with the President of Creators Stained Glass, Inc. and Inventor of the Cutters Mate, CirclePro and Strip Pro, Ray Nicholas. He told us the story of what sparked his creation of these tools.He began creating stained glass in 1992.His services become so in demand that by 1996 he had developed the Cutters Mate to

Jul 31, 2012

Measuring and Cutting Glass for Your Fusing Molds | Delphi Live

We often get asked “How do you measure your molds for your glass?“. So we will be talking about just that. Roy and Val show a variety of molds and how we figure out what size glass you’ll need.

Stained Glass News Nov. 2012 Edition- See What's New

Heres our list of 5 Favorite New Items from the November 2012 edition of Stained Glass News. 1. Realistic Leaf Casting Molds from Colour de Verre We always flip for the latest new molds from Colour de Verre, and these premium leaf molds are fantastic. They allow you to make gallery quality, detailed glass art pieces. You can create with Kiwi, Rain Forest, and Aralia leaf molds. Check out the molds and free project sheets posted on our website. You wont believe what you can create. Kiwi Mold Rain Forest Mold Aralia Mold FREE Kiwi Project Sheet FREE Rain Forest Project Sheet FREE Aralia Project Sheet 2. Our Favorite New Glass is Making us Twizzle. CBS Dichroics newest pattern, Twizzle, features a fun zig-zag

Nov 30, 2012

Precision Cutting Is Important for All Glass Art

Take advantage of our expertise. Glass Cutting Basics Video 1 https //rb.gy/2sdiy1 Basics of Cutting a Curve Video 2 https //rb.gy/2zrpxs Glass Cutting Tools https //rb.gy/hu0vow

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

Working with Texture Molds | Delphi Live

Roy and Val as they talk about different ways to use them. Texture Molds https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=texture%20molds Listed below are the firing schedules we used. Ramp / Temperature / Hold Time Roys Firing Schedule Segment 1 300 / 1000 / 40 mins Segment 2 200 / 1225 / 1 hour 30 mins Segment 3 150 / 1470 / 12 mins Segment 4 9999 (FULL) / 900 / 1 hour 30 mins Vals Firing Schedule Segment 1 250 / 1000 / 1 hour Segment 2 200 / 1225 / 1 hour Segment 3 250 / 1440 / 14 mins Segment 4 9999 (FULL) / 900 / 1 hour 30 mins

Meet Michael Dupille- Glass Artist and Guest Instructor

Delphi Glass is pleased to welcome guest instructor Michael Dupille. Michael will be teaching two classes this May and June at the Delphi Creativity Center in Lansing, MI. Get to know this innovative glass artist and be inspired by his techniques. See a collection of his works on our Pinterest board. Michael is considered a pioneer in the field of kiln formed glass and has created many of the working processes and techniques which are considered standard in the warm glass industry today. Artist Bio A Seattle resident, he has worked in art his entire career as both creator and educator. Experienced in a variety of media including animation, illustration, print and textile design, he continues to challenge himself through invention and innovation. Michael was part of the glass blowing program at Central Washington University in the early 70s. Since the late 1980s he has worked extensively with glass, having

May 01, 2013

Painting with Glassline Pens | Delphi Live

In this video we are talking about glass painting with Glassline Pens. Roy and Val as they show you how to use them and how to incorporate them into more than just fused projects. Glassline Pens https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=glassline%20pen

Meet Gloria Badiner- Delphi Guest Instructor

We are excited about the Spring 2014 lineup 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. First up is cast and kiln formed glass artist, Gloria Badiner. Badiner is a former scientist and studio artist living and working in rural Southwest Michigan. Her studio, Arts & Artifacts, makes commissioned and custom kiln formed glass for architects, designers and furniture makers. Commissioned work includes cast panels, high relief tiles and sculptures as site-specific installations in businesses and residences. Her sculptures include fused, kiln cast, sand cast and dalle de verre works mostly on an intimate scale and are often mixed with copper, silver, stone, bone and found elements. The themes of night and day, nature and human ritual are strong themes woven into her

Feb 06, 2014

Creating with Bullseye Holly Berry Glass | Delphi Live

Roy and Val will show you how to cut it and use it for both fusing and stained glass. Bullseye Holly Berry https //www.delphiglass.com/bullseye-glass/fracture-streamers/bullseye-fracture-streamers-holly-berry-on-clear-90-coe Dichroic Flakes https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=dichroic%20flakes Rapid Fuse https //www.delphiglass.com/fusing-supplies/chemicals/bullseye-glastac-gel-fusing-adhesive-4-oz Boron Spray https //www.delphiglass.com/fusing-supplies/fiber-paper-shelf-wash/zyp-boron-nitride-mold-release-13-oz

Donna Sarafis: Basics of Fusing Part 1

Part 1 of a 2 part blog on the basics of glass fusing. In this weeks article Donna will tell us how to set up your work area and gives suggestions on finding the perfect kiln. Often potential fusers ask about the cost of getting started in glass. I found that it isnt as expensive as one might think because the list of necessities for the beginner is not too long. So what would the list look like for someone who had NO experience at all? Well, this is what I began with, and I think you might find these ideas helpful. Space to Work- A place to cut glass can be fairly small. The most important detail is a floor surface such as concrete that will be easy to clean. I tried commercial tile in my first studio, and the shards were soon embedded under the work area. Obviously,

Jul 11, 2012

Working with Color Slide | Delphi Live

In this video we are talking about how to use color slide to add colorful imagery to your artwork. Color Slide https //www.delphiglass.com/search?searchtext=color%20slide