Product Reviews
Pros
This is a beautiful piece of glass. Much brighter than pictured and so easy to cut!
Cons
none
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I got two pieces when it first came out and wished I would gotten more because it was a daily deal and the price was great!
Pros
Nice quality, and I have never had a problem.
Cons
Would like more color choices.
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Sturdy, sticky, and strong. Great product.
Cons
None
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I love these bails. Very classy!
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Block design - it's easy do disassemble this kiln if you need to move it to a new position
Extendibility - additional sections could be added if need to fuse tall items
Cons
No convenient viewing window
Other Thoughts
Pros
Bevels...especially these clusters come out beautifully.
Cons
The pieces didn't quite fit as well as I expected. Had I cut these designs myself, and been this far off, I'd have redone the piece. However...I know some clusters are cut better than others, and..it ended up turning out great.
Other Thoughts
I made this as a wedding gift with ruby red cathedral glass to match their decor. (I'll try to post a photo) The most helpful things I think were (1) be sure to print out the image from this page as a starting point/pattern since one did not come with it (2) lay it out of course, but also definitely foil and tack it ...then draw/design the background around it. I'd intended to use black patina but decided to go with leaving it silver. Copper would've also been beautiful.
Pros
Looks good in finished piece
Cons
None
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Pros
This is the cutter I started with. It's very comfortable.
Cons
If you choose to put cutting oil in it, it will eventually leak through the seam. This has happened to a couple of my toyo grips, so I just choose to not use the oil.
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Love my saw DL3000 saw but you do need to be careful with these blades because if you use to much pressure or turn sharp they tend to snap.
Cons
Pricey
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These are by far the best grinding bits I have used. They are good quality and hold up well.
Highly recommend them.
Cons
None
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I have used this type of wire for many years. To me, this gauge is a must. I use this gauge for hooks primarily, but it can also be used to reinforce joints on foil or corners on 1/4" and up came. A must for every copperfoil crafter.
Cons
None
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I have also used this gauge to use as "came" on free-form panels, and it does a great job. Be sure to stretch the wire first if using that way.
This wire takes solder fairly well, but since it transfers heat to other metal areas --- came, etc it works best with lots of flux (a lot). When using flux this liberally, you need to be extra careful to keep surrounding areas clear of flux or you will get solder where you don't want it.
Pros
Step by step on how to begin fusing with clear directions.
Plenty of pictures.
Cons
Did not have a con
Other Thoughts
I am planning on getting a kiln soon and I wanted a book to read first. This is the second one I bought. The first was not this detailed on the process of fusing itself. This book made me want to start right now and I felt that I could be successful from my first project on.
Pros
Just purchased the Zinc Came Bender and found it to be much easier than expected.
Cons
Sorry it doesn't have metal knobs for the two handles, but am glad I purchased it.
Other Thoughts
The instructions are just okay, could use a picture or an illistration. I used the picture from the catalog.
Pros
great for making your own jump rings,and for accents for a project!
Cons
none
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perfect for any glass project requiring copper foil
Cons
none
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Corkscrew pattern is dynamic in color and design. It fires beautifully with depth.
Cons
Sometimes there is more golds then I prefer.
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I fire this in large pieces with great success. I am sure it is pretty in jewelry too.
Pros
You can not use your cutter without it. I have been using it for years. One bottle will last a lifetime (almost). It does go a long way.
Cons
Unfortunately, I have looked everywhere for it in local stores but have never found it. I live in a lg, highly populated area, so, if it's not here, it's not here.
Other Thoughts
Very inexpensive. If you look at it, it is worth every drop.