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by Valerie Adams
Sun Jun 19, 2016 6:52 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Kokomo for fusing?
Replies: 35
Views: 47057

Re: Kokomo for fusing?

Thanks Brad! I figured it was that way too but had a few people correct me; should've stuck with my gut :oops: Still, since its been four years since we've seen a price increase, I'm actually fine with paying more, since I appreciate the testing and quality product Bullseye provides. As for a 12.5% ...
by Valerie Adams
Thu Jun 16, 2016 12:37 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Kokomo for fusing?
Replies: 35
Views: 47057

Re: Kokomo for fusing?

Bullseye hasn't raised their prices in four years, so even without the current situation of needing to increase revenue, they were due. As for a 12.5% increase, I suspect most of us are buying at the wholesale level, so that's really only a 6.25% increase. For my money, Bullseye is (and will continu...
by Valerie Adams
Fri Jun 03, 2016 5:43 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Disaster! Is this a kiln problem?
Replies: 7
Views: 10906

Re: Disaster! Is this a kiln problem?

Why are you firing to 1700°?
by Valerie Adams
Wed Jun 01, 2016 2:52 pm
Forum: Newcomer Forum
Topic: Help with crack
Replies: 15
Views: 22365

Re: Help with crack

Chris, don't be too quick to dismiss Marty and Kevin's advice; you're getting attention from some of the best out there (for free!). I've been fusing for 16 years; I've got five kilns and do this full time. Patience was never my strong suit; in the beginning I thought most schedules seemed ridiculou...
by Valerie Adams
Sat May 07, 2016 8:24 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: I'm looking for info
Replies: 4
Views: 8406

Re: I'm looking for info

Tons of ideas on Google.

Here's one from a blogger I trust:
http://www.onegoodthingbyjillee.com/201 ... ttles.html
by Valerie Adams
Sat May 07, 2016 8:16 pm
Forum: Art, philosophy, and content
Topic: Intermediate Glass Fusing Class - Suggestions?
Replies: 3
Views: 24757

Re: Intermediate Glass Fusing Class - Suggestions?

I'd probably focus on inclusions, kiln carving, micas or enamels, or creating/working with parts sheets, and perhaps display methods.
by Valerie Adams
Tue Mar 29, 2016 7:19 pm
Forum: Newcomer Forum
Topic: Cooling small glass pieces - AFAP?
Replies: 7
Views: 13846

Re: Cooling small glass pieces - AFAP?

I'm with the two above who skip segments 3 & 4.
by Valerie Adams
Sun Mar 27, 2016 3:13 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Best Glue for Garden Stakes
Replies: 7
Views: 11254

Re: Best Glue for Garden Stakes

I'm with Don; silicone is my choice for outdoors.
by Valerie Adams
Wed Feb 17, 2016 2:09 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: The likely cause of my eruptions?
Replies: 4
Views: 6750

Re: The likely cause of my eruptions?

You've got accessory glass placed between your two layers, right? That's a recipe called a Bubble Sandwich. Place your confetti on top instead.
by Valerie Adams
Sun Feb 07, 2016 4:34 pm
Forum: Business Topics
Topic: Bullseye Being Investigated by Oregon DEQ
Replies: 29
Views: 67065

Re: Bullseye Being Investigated by Oregon DEQ

Of course Uro is jumping on this, sending out an email touting how safe their glass is. I have no doubt Bullseye will take any necessary steps to comply even more.
by Valerie Adams
Thu Feb 04, 2016 5:52 pm
Forum: Community Projects
Topic: No more Magless Exchange?
Replies: 12
Views: 40503

Re: No more Magless Exchange?

Fiona Collins wrote:Facebook .... (crypt of misinformation and 2 minute experts)
Ha! If this were on FB, I'd hit 'like'!
by Valerie Adams
Thu Feb 04, 2016 5:49 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: kiln side elements not working
Replies: 12
Views: 15351

Re: kiln side elements not working

For a lack of power to one set of elements, I'd always replace relays first, since they're easy. I had an extremely severe meltdown once, where the elements sagged out of the lid and were embedded in melted glass on the shelf. I cleaned them up, got them back into their groves, and continued to use ...
by Valerie Adams
Thu Feb 04, 2016 5:39 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Drop Ring: parfait glass
Replies: 8
Views: 13638

Re: Drop Ring: parfait glass

I thought I remembered something about 1/4" of glass (two layers) needed for 1" of drop...
by Valerie Adams
Fri Jan 22, 2016 11:48 pm
Forum: Community Projects
Topic: No more Magless Exchange?
Replies: 12
Views: 40503

Re: No more Magless Exchange?

I think it's really sad to see this wonderful exchange bite the dust.

I'm afraid that FB has consumed many of the artists who used to post here regularly...
by Valerie Adams
Fri Jan 01, 2016 12:55 am
Forum: Photos and Stuff
Topic: Xmas Suncatcher
Replies: 8
Views: 14855

Re: Xmas Suncatcher

Always a holiday highlight!
by Valerie Adams
Fri Jan 01, 2016 12:54 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Boiling Glass?
Replies: 9
Views: 20580

Re: Boiling Glass?

I think it's important to note that the instructions posted above say to anneal Bullseye at 950°, which at that thickness (four layers) is incorrect. Bullseye lowered their annealing recommendation to 900° for thicker pieces. The one-hour anneal is also far too short for a four layer piece.
by Valerie Adams
Wed Dec 23, 2015 4:19 pm
Forum: Art, philosophy, and content
Topic: "Dumbing down" of glass art?
Replies: 55
Views: 154375

Re: "Dumbing down" of glass art?

Welcome back, Emily! I've seen those types of posts too; 'how did you do it?' is often the first thing they ask. I've left groups since I tend to be 'too controversial'; I've actually received hate messages because I've preached that people need to play, test, experiment, keep good notes, and seek o...
by Valerie Adams
Thu Dec 17, 2015 3:06 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Chads
Replies: 10
Views: 17705

Re: Chads

I don't like chads; I've never used them without being able to see them. If you build your design so you can cut off the edges, that's an option.

But many people use a fine layer of powder between layers for bubble control:
http://www.bullseyeglass.com/methods-id ... power.html
by Valerie Adams
Thu Dec 17, 2015 3:04 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Thermal shock problem, first time in 12 years, pics
Replies: 12
Views: 15838

Re: Thermal shock problem, first time in 12 years, pics

The steel cools at a different rate than your glass, which is why they should be lined with fiber. Is the area that appears clear actually white glass? While I don't use Spectrum glass, I know that repeated, super-high firings to a few of Bullseye's whites (and a couple other colors) can cause them ...