Tips & Techniques

In today's world Delphi stands out by offering friendly, personalized, and expert service. Our staff knows stained glass, fusing, mosaics and jewelry crafts because we love creating using these techniques. In fact, some of us are even teachers. Here is a sampling of the many questions and comments we have received from you and would like to share with you. Don't be surprised if you discover a letter of your own.

New Help Comments

Lead Came Assembly Comment

by Karina Foster on Aug 01, 2018

178 Posts

@ Cementing is always recommended, even for something as small as a sun catcher. The cement helps fill the channel, preventing glass from rattling, firming the structure to help prevent sagging, and giving the came that beautiful dark finish.

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Fusing in a Microwave Kiln Comment

by lashtx on Jul 31, 2018

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How do you control the annealing time and temperature in a microwave kiln? I am having issues with glass cracking and I am pretty sure it is due to annealing times and temps. What tips do you have to control that? I have an 1100 watt microwave and my Microwave Kiln is 7-1/2 Inch Outside diameter and 5 Inch inside diameter. Any guidance is very helpful.

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Delphi offers a huge variety of beginning, intermediate and advanced classes in a wide variety of art glass and jewelry crafts. Classes are offered in different formats, from one 2-1/2 hour session, to all day classes, to multiple week sessions. Browse the schedule below to find the class that's right for you! All classes are in Delphi's state-of-the-art classrooms in our Lansing, Michigan location. Sign up for a class or request more information by calling 800-248-2048 or 517-394-4685.

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See finished examples of every technique, and try not to be overwhelmed by all the project ideas. Get tips from the pros to make your projects even better, take a one-day workshop, or even learn a new technique in our demo areas. There is always something creative going on at the Delphi!

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