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E6000 Mini 3 Pack

Item# 8918PK

8 of 16 found the following review helpful:

Easier to work w/than the large tube for small app, November 2, 2016 5 stars

Pros
Love these small tubes for smaller applications i.e. jewelry. Plenty of product to get the job done on multiple pieces, Small opening makes application very easy and precise. The large tube is a sloppier application.

Cons
Much more expensive than large tube.

Other Thoughts
I use both sizes of E6000. Worth having both to use on small & large applications.

Top Tools 8" Wheeled Nippers

Item# 63991

17 of 26 found the following review helpful:

Best nipper!, November 2, 2016 5 stars

Pros
Very sharp and precise on nipping. Love using for mosaic preparations. Well balanced and even wheels for even cutting.

Cons
None

Fusible High Temp Jump Rings - 50 Pack

Item# 3210

6 of 7 found the following review helpful:

Very thin; delicate-only suitable for light/small, November 2, 2016 3 stars

Pros
Formed perfectly, lay very flat on glass, time saver, good for light items ONLY

Cons
Too thin for heavier pieces, will break when bent

Other Thoughts
These are great for lightweight pieces only. They are a big time saver if you are working small and light. Otherwise, stick w heavy duty high temp wire for heavier items.

Dragon 6" Running Pliers

Item# 5070

8 of 10 found the following review helpful:

Favorite running pliers, November 2, 2016 5 stars

Pros
These are stellar running pliers. By far my favorite. They are smaller, but workhorses. Very well made; will not be w/out

Cons
none

Other Thoughts
Worth the investment.

Small 4-1/2" Stand Up Mold

Item# 80690

2 of 3 found the following review helpful:

A fun mold to add to your collection!, August 26, 2012 5 stars

Pros
This mold makes some very cute standing designs. It is very easy to use once you get the hang of it. Some tips that work for me were to decide on my design and cut pieces of foil that I laid on the mold to make sure my dimensions and measurements would fit properly on the mold. The other is that Delphi has a template which is very handy to also use for sizing. I also drew the template on thinfire with pencil and laid my pieces on the thin fire in the kiln. Worked great. Be sure to get the legs even because obviously the piece will rock if they are uneven

Cons
Be sure to get the legs even because obviously the piece will rock if they are uneven.

17 Gauge High Temp Wire

Item# 450417

3 of 4 found the following review helpful:

Excellent product, August 10, 2012 5 stars

Pros
Very strong wire. Stays very strong after firing. It is easy enough to bend and cut through with wire cutters. Far superior to other wires I have used for hooks. Copper is too pliable after firing in my opinion. Does not discolor much either. Very pleased!!!

Cons
Wish there was a larger quantity package to order.

Other Thoughts
I use it for hooks in bottles, plaques and christmas ornaments. It can be also used as a decorative element inside of the glass. Great product!

Morton Glass Caddy

Item# 7151

Handy Caddy!, November 10, 2011 5 stars

Pros
This is a must have to elevate glass off of your workstation. The metal rods are a very good height and the base is very sturdy. Well made product at a good price.

Cons

Other Thoughts
I put rubber grip pads (the kind you use as cabinet liners) under my caddy so it would not slide. If you bump the glass it could go flying. The grip pad holds it secure. Also, I had no problem with assembly as I used a rubber mallet to lightly tap in the metal rods.

Glassline Pen Assortment

Item# 802015

31 of 31 found the following review helpful:

Great kit at a great price!, January 31, 2011 5 stars

Pros
Glassline pens are great to use for fine detail. Recommended to fire at 1500, however, I have also fired them as low as 1375 and I have been pleased. This kit has so many great colors. I purchased the kit for the colors you can not purchase individually (for me, brown & grey). However, I ended up loving some of the others that I had not considered. The price is also better for the kit and a set of tips are included.

Cons
Some of the colors can be thicker and therefore more difficult to apply. I find that frustrating. Be sure to shake the colors VERY well before using. They can be very watery also. I always test on a piece of paper before applying to my work. Also, check your piece before firing to look for smudges & cracking if applied to thick. These can be corrected by "scratching" them off with a toothpick. It is easier than trying to wipe off small mistakes when the glassline is still wet.

Other Thoughts
I suggest firing a tester with all of the colors on it to use for future review. It is very helpful to see the "true" color after firing. I would also suggest purchasing extra tips with this kit. I love working with the tips for precision. I "plug" my tips with straight pins with the colored balls on them. Great way to keep them sealed with the tips still on. I clean my tips by letting them dry out, scraping them out with toothpick and then soaking in nail polish remover to get out the final residue. Works great!

Glassline Pen - Turquoise

Item# 802005

More baby blue than turquoise, January 15, 2011 4 stars

Pros
This was a very good consistency and flowed well using the glassline tips. I have used glassline for some time and overall am very pleased. It is great for fine detail.

Cons
The color for me turned out to be a pro as it is a nice shade of "baby blue", but it is definitely NOT turquoise. I would suggest looking at the PATINA color of glassline for turquoise.

Other Thoughts
You must shake this product very well before using. Always test before applying to your project as it can be watery when first coming out. Let lines dry to determine if there is cracking.

Glassline Pen - Dark Green

Item# 802007

2 of 2 found the following review helpful:

Truly a dark forest green color, January 15, 2011 5 stars

Pros
I was very happy with this glassline color. The consistency was perfect to work with the glassline tips. (some colors can be thick & gloppy)

Cons
It is a deep dark forest green. The picture on-line looks teal green, which is deceptive.

Other Thoughts
Use the glassline tips for fine detail. Let your glassline dry before firing as it may crack. You can "scratch" off any bleed lines after it dries. It is MUCH easier than trying to wipe it off when wet (if it is a small mistake).

Glassline Pen - Sesame

Item# 802024

1 of 1 found the following review helpful:

Thick consistency; Color is a peachy skin-tone, January 15, 2011 3 stars

Pros
This color would be perfect if you are looking for a peachy "skin-tone".

Cons
I was hoping for a more beige color. It has too much orange/peach shade to it for my use. Also it was VERY thick. I have used a ton of other glassline colors and only this, the red and the metallic copper have been gloppy thick. Disappointing.

Other Thoughts
If you are looking for a lighter beige, check out glassline IVORY. It is a very nice consistency and a more beige color.

Glassline Pen - Metallic Copper

Item# 802017

Consistency was way too thick, January 15, 2011 3 stars

Pros
I normally LOVE glassline pens. They are great for drawing fine detail and I use them regularly. The color is pretty and truly metallic.

Cons
This color was so thick and gloppy that it was impossible to get fine detail. It was so thick that it could not be used with the glassline tips. VERY disappointing.

Other Thoughts
I prefer the glassline gold as the consistency is great and you can get very fine detail. I also like the gold color better than the copper. I would use this if I could thin it somehow.

2" Kiln Post - 4 Pack

Item# 42932

1 of 1 found the following review helpful:

Great posts, very sturdy, April 3, 2010 5 stars

Pros
Love these posts for elevating my slump molds. They are very sturdy and level.

Cons
none

Other Thoughts
Can be used horizontal or vertical.

Bullseye Thinfire Shelf Paper - 20-1/2" x 20-1/2" Sheet

Item# 7405

3 of 4 found the following review helpful:

Very convenient, March 6, 2010 5 stars

Pros
I love the convenience of having this paper pre-cut!!! I have a 24" kiln and it fits perfectly. It is also easier to handle than a huge roll. You can break down the pieces to be smaller without having to have a huge table to roll the paper out onto for cutting. It is WAY easier to store also. I love the print on the back that automatically shows you the correct side for firing. VERY HANDY

Cons
Does stick more to the back of glass than a prior thinfire paper I was using. I feel that it is only good for one firing (contrary to other reviews).

Other Thoughts
Great product! I will continue to use it even though it is more expensive, the convenience is worth it!

1/16" Fiber Paper - 24" x 24"

Item# 92809

1 of 2 found the following review helpful:

Great size, March 6, 2010 4 stars

Pros
No need to prep kiln shelf with wash over and over. Convenient. Cut to fit perfectly in a 24" kiln. LOVE THAT!

Cons
Rougher texture than I am used to with Fiber Paper. VERY thin, would not work for too many firings

Other Thoughts
I'm used to a thicker fiber paper which I feel has better air flow. It also can be used for many firings without so much waste.

12" Square High-Temp Board

Item# 92807

4 of 4 found the following review helpful:

Great product overall, March 6, 2010 4 stars

Pros
I love working with the vermiculite boards. They are great for "building" glass pieces on in layers and not having to carry something to the kiln that is not steady. I find them incredibly handy. They are also great for making tons of dots. Line them with thin fire and use your scraps to make dots. Fire once the board is full. It is low profile, so I can keep it in a drawer and keep working with it until full.

Cons
I stilted a board ONCE and it warped at 1500. I won't be able to use it again. I was very surprised that it bowed in the middle. Two pieces were ruined because of the warping. I still love these boards and will just never stilt mine again.

Other Thoughts
You can cut these boards into shapes and sizes, which is very handy. The vermiculite does leave some board powder residue behind on the kiln shelf after firing.

4" Kiln Post - 4 Pack

Item# 42934

0 of 1 found the following review helpful:

Sturdy posts; please with product, March 6, 2010 5 stars

Pros
Well made, thick, sturdy, very level. I use these to elevate my slumping molds. Long enough to lay sideways to balance molds.

Cons
None

Other Thoughts
I make sure to kiln wash these before use.

Snap-On Brass Night Light Clip - 100 Pack

Item# 7029BUL

5 of 10 found the following review helpful:

Great product!, March 6, 2010 5 stars

Pros
Easy to snug around the neck of the outlet base. Has a long face plate to hold enough glue to adhere glass nightlights.

Cons

Other Thoughts
Best to roughen up metal and glass before adhering with adhesive. E6000 works well.

Ivory Night Light With 4w Bulb - 50 Pack

Item# 702650

11 of 21 found the following review helpful:

Good value, February 24, 2010 5 stars

Pros
Excellent construction. Nice switch in the front. Easy to assemble.

Cons
On most of my sockets I had to REALLY screw the bulb down very tight in order for it to light up. At first I thought some were faulty. It was just the bulb needing to be tightened. I'm used to it now, but thought the bulb would break with the amount of tension.

Other Thoughts
I haven't had one socket that didn't work and I'm very happy overall.

Glassline Pen - White

Item# 802001

4 of 5 found the following review helpful:

Excellent product, February 4, 2010 5 stars

Pros
I love the glassline pens. They are so easy to use. This white is a "creamy" white color, which I like instead of bright white like liquid paper. I have fired this at different temps and really like the results. At approx 1400 (for me) it leaves a bit of a rough surface if placed on top of the glass. I like that effect, but if you want it smooth, I would suggest a Full Fuse.

Cons
Be sure to shake VERY WELL, otherwise you may have separation. I always squeeze some out on paper before applying to my work. First squeeze may be a bit watery.

Other Thoughts
Make sure to get the glassline pen tips. They are assorted sizes. Otherwise the opening on the pen is a medium-thick line. You can get much finer detail with the tips.

Glassline Pen - Metallic Gold

Item# 802018

3 of 3 found the following review helpful:

Great gold color, truly metallic, February 4, 2010 5 stars

Pros
I love this color. It truly is metallic, but not glittery. I also have the Metallic Copper Glassline pen and like the Gold so much better. The gold is the same consistency as the other colors, which is a positive.

Cons
None. Be sure to shake VERY WELL to get the best consistency and color.

Other Thoughts
Used this a ton at Christmas time!

Fun Time Millefiori Assortment - 90 COE

Item# 85811

Great price! Great colors!, January 7, 2010 5 stars

Pros
I am very pleased with this purchase. I got an excellent assortment of colors. Looks very similar to the picture. It does come in assorted sizes, but that was fine with me. All of the pieces have fired great so far. Very pleased with the purchase.

Cons
One VERY thick piece did not go "all the way down" on a full fuse, but it did add interest to the piece. It was quite thick.

Pistol-Grip TAP Wheel Supercutter

Item# 5100

3 of 4 found the following review helpful:

Excellent cutter!!!, January 7, 2010 5 stars

Pros
This is the best cutter I have used to date. It makes the best scoring lines. I get super accuracy and such easy breaks. Definitely will only use this cutter in the future! Love the assorted colors! Hasn't leaked either, which has been a problem with past cutters from other manufacturers. It also has a nice cover for the tip. LOVE IT!

Cons
none

Glassline Pen - Deep Red

Item# 802020

1 of 1 found the following review helpful:

Great new color!, July 26, 2009 5 stars

Pros
I love this new red color. It is the perfect "Christmas Red" color.

Cons
none

Tip Set For Glassline Pens

Item# 80216

4 of 5 found the following review helpful:

Must have for glassline pens, April 15, 2009 5 stars

Pros
These are a must have for glassline pens. There are 3 different sizes provided. They allow you to get intricate details, whereas squeezing directly from the bottle would almost be impossible. The cleaners make clearing the dried paint from the tips so easy. I ordered extra tips just so I can have different sizes for each color handy.

Cons
It would be nice to have a cap that would top off the tips. When working with the tips the paint will dry quickly if you are not constantly using the product.

Other Thoughts
If you really get caked in paint in your tips, nail polish remover works great. Just soak them for awhile and you'll be able to get them clean.

Glassline Pen - Black

Item# 802002

2 of 2 found the following review helpful:

Great for details, April 11, 2009 5 stars

Pros
I have had great success with the glassline pens. They are a huge help when trying to get fine details on pieces. I love this product

Cons
If it is applied too thick, it can sometimes crack during firing.

Other Thoughts
Let the glassline dry before firing. You can then see if there is cracking and also if your lines have bled. It is easy to scrape off any excess with a toothpick.

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joined:	Jan 23, 2009
location:	CELINA, TX US
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