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24 Gauge High Temp Wire

Item# 450424

2 of 3 found the following review helpful:

Perfect for Hangers, May 16, 2014 5 stars

Pros
I use this wire for hangers for ornaments, suncatchers and other fused items that I want to hang. Easy to manipulate into any shape or size needed, so I've also used it as a design element in some of my fused pieces. It's thin enough to incorporate into a piece without causing bubbles.

Cons

Sterling Silver Plated Earring Bails - 12 Pair

Item# 63919

1 of 3 found the following review helpful:

My Go To Earring Bails, April 18, 2013 5 stars

Pros
These are my go to earring bails. Just the right size so they are not visible from the front. The angle of the loop allows the earring to hang correctly.

Cons
A little difficult to glue on because of their small size. I'm going to try the No Days Bail Bond to see if it's easier now that I've tried it with my pendant bails.

Other Thoughts
I wish they came in a larger package. 12 pair don't go very far.

Silver Plated Tube Bail Assortment - 10 Pack

Item# 91812

Not always great, April 18, 2013 2 stars

Pros
I find these a nice alternative to the leaf bails when you want a more contemporary look.

Cons
The holes tend to be smaller so not all chains or cords will fit. I have had problems with these bails tarnishing before they even get used. All of my bails are stored in the same storage units so I don't understand why some tarnish while others don't.

No Days Bail Bond - 2 ft

Item# 83612

My Goodnes It Really Works ;o), April 18, 2013 4 stars

Pros
What a hold, strong and super fast. Just like the Streuter video said. And no mess or smell.

Cons
It just arrived tonight and this is the first time I've used it. I didn't really see this as a negative, just something to be aware of, when heated the glue does become liquified. I hadn't expected that. I moved the pendant and of course, the bail moved out of position. Easily fixed.

Other Thoughts
Cools quickly and it is a really strong hold. I have tugged a little on the bail and there is no give at all. And it has only been on for about 20 minutes. At this point with glue it would have come right off. And there's no clean-up like there often is with glue, everything is nice and neat. I'm a convert!

20" Black Satin Cord Necklaces - 10 Pack

Item# 91818

0 of 1 found the following review helpful:

Nice Cord, April 15, 2013 4 stars

Pros
These cords are nice for the price. The make a good presentation and help keep the price of your item down if you sell pendants.

Cons
They will show wear after some time.

Other Thoughts
They are comfortable and lay nicely around the neck. I wish they were available in a 24-inch size. And I wish they were available with Sterling Silver too for a more upscale product.

1 Lb CBS Patterns Dichroic Scrap - 96 COE

Item# X64088

5 of 7 found the following review helpful:

Nice Variety of Patterns, March 26, 2013 4 stars

Pros
I've ordered several pounds of this lately and have been quite pleased with what I've received. Nice variety of colors included. Great bargain at the sale price. Pieces are decent sizes as shown in the item photo.

Cons
No choices of patterns, there are some included that I'll struggle to find a use for. Many pieces are scratched.

Other Thoughts
I don't like the way any of the Dichroic "SCRAP" glass is being packaged the last few times I ordered it. I think more care needs to be taken in packaging it for shipment. Even though it is called scrap it is still expensive and should be treated as such. I think each quarter pound bag needs to be separately bubble wrapped to protect it before it is placed in the shipping box.

1 lb CBS Solid Colors Dichroic Scrap On Thin Black - 96 COE

Item# X64096

14 of 17 found the following review helpful:

Good for Jewelry Projects, March 26, 2013 3 stars

Pros
Pieces used to look just like the ones in the photo so you got decent sized pieces.

Cons
No choice of colors. Pieces often have scratches in them.

Other Thoughts
You can get a decent mix of colors if you order a pound at one time. You can get around the scatches with your design and construction. Try clear capping to hide the scratches. In my most recent order I was disappointed to find that many of the pieces were much smaller than pictured, many in a battered state and looking crushed and really beat up. Not sure if this was due to the way they were shipped or just what I got.

Antique Silver Variety Art Bails - 5 Pack

Item# 91842

0 of 1 found the following review helpful:

These bails are big, January 24, 2013 4 stars

Pros
I like these because they are large and will take a chain with a larger clasp. They also look good on a larger cabochon.

Cons
They are not dainty looking so be careful how you use them.

Other Thoughts
A nice substitute when the bright silver bails need to be toned down.

Papyros Shelf Paper - 20-1/2" x 20-1/2" Sheet

Item# 54720

2 of 2 found the following review helpful:

WOW What a great product, November 5, 2012 5 stars

Pros
I can't believe how many times I could re-use this paper. I was making coasters and I cut the paper a little bigger than each individual coaster. So far I have been able to make four sets of coasters using the same pieces of paper over and over.

Cons
Not exactly sure if this is a con but make sure that you let your project cool to under 150 degrees before removing it from the kiln. I tried taking a project out when it was at about 180 degrees and the paper stuck to the back so I was not able to re-use it. But when I had the patience to wait until it was under 150 degrees, the project just lifted off the paper.

Other Thoughts
Lots of money to be saved with this paper I think.

Dragonfly Swirl Texture Mold

Item# 80730

3 of 15 found the following review helpful:

Great Idea for a Mold, October 14, 2012 2 stars

Pros
I waited a long time for a dragonfly texture mold to come out. I was so excited when this one arrived. I always get goo results on the first firing but it's the subsequent firings where the problems occur.

Cons
The swirly things keep getting stuck in the glass and break off. I ordered a second mold and the same thing keeps happening. I followed the instructions provided here and get disappointing results.

Other Thoughts
I use primo primer, don't know what's wrong.

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joined:	Nov 21, 2007
location:	SOUTH MILLS, NC US
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