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by pshash
Fri Jul 06, 2012 12:12 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Lead Crystal
Replies: 4
Views: 7775

Re: Lead Crystal

It is very heavy compared to any other glass bowls so I assume it has quite a bit of lead. I used a firing schedule found online and it didn't fuse at 1350. I have it in the kiln now and am fusing at 1450 to see what happens. Yes, I did smash the glass. I will let you know what happens but thanks fo...
by pshash
Thu Jul 05, 2012 9:58 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Lead Crystal
Replies: 4
Views: 7775

Re: Lead Crystal

Thank you.
by pshash
Wed Jul 04, 2012 12:08 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Lead Crystal
Replies: 4
Views: 7775

Lead Crystal

So I broke one of my mother's beautiful lead crystal bowls and would like to do something with the glass. Can anyone recommend any references for firing, slumping schedules and annealing? I have been told the glass is soft and all lead crystal is different. I would appreciate any recommendations any...
by pshash
Wed Jul 04, 2012 12:02 pm
Forum: Photos and Stuff
Topic: Richard La Londe Rattle Workshop
Replies: 3
Views: 5486

Richard La Londe Rattle Workshop

https://picasaweb.google.com/roobagel/RattleClass?authkey=Gv1sRgCP3Ep8jljfe0_AE# Well, I learned alot about power tools in this intensive four day class. I learned how to use a jig saw, band saw, drill press (scary), and belt sander. My piece is the kingfisher and I still have to make a beaded belt ...
by pshash
Fri Dec 14, 2007 10:53 am
Forum: Community Projects
Topic: UPDATE!! Quilt home
Replies: 2
Views: 32854

Re: UPDATE!! Quilt home

Any idea when the installation will be done? I am trying to book tickets soon. Southwest has some great deals for under $300.