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- Sat Feb 08, 2020 1:57 am
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: New Studio - New Kiln
- Replies: 9
- Views: 14021
Re: New Studio - New Kiln
As noted, my experience with fibre kilns is extremely brief so I have nothing to compare. I can say I'm in a humid sub-tropical environment and haven't noticed any kiln issues. If Haydo reads this thread he may comment as he's in a much more humid climate than my location. As for my brick kiln, it h...
- Thu Feb 06, 2020 11:19 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: New Studio - New Kiln
- Replies: 9
- Views: 14021
Re: New Studio - New Kiln
Hi Sharol, glad to see you're almost up and running again. My experience of an all-fibre kiln, from many years ago, put me off ever going that route again. I'd taken a picture of a brick kiln I'd used at Pilchuck to a large industrial-kiln manufacturer in Vancouver and requested a kiln of similar si...
- Thu Jan 23, 2020 11:25 am
- Forum: Kiln Casting
- Topic: R & R Glasscast 910
- Replies: 4
- Views: 27977
Re: R & R Glasscast 910
Thank you, Dick. Our area has been OK. Our drought has broken locally but some areas, people and wildlife, have been terribly impacted.
Sadly, today three American air crew died when their water-bomber crashed while fighting the fires near the Snowy Mountains. A tragic loss.
Sadly, today three American air crew died when their water-bomber crashed while fighting the fires near the Snowy Mountains. A tragic loss.
- Mon Jan 20, 2020 11:15 pm
- Forum: Kiln Casting
- Topic: R & R Glasscast 910
- Replies: 4
- Views: 27977
Re: R & R Glasscast 910
I just came across these. Very impressive!
- Wed Jan 15, 2020 9:16 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: wet saw suggestions
- Replies: 4
- Views: 8071
Re: wet saw suggestions
Am I missing something? A tile saw should be properly waterproofed and grounded. Nothing to add other than the right blade and blade stiffeners, as suggested by Kevin.
- Sun Dec 29, 2019 11:34 pm
- Forum: Newcomer Forum
- Topic: enamel suggestions
- Replies: 27
- Views: 59449
Re: enamel suggestions
Peter, a used appliance box, such as a TV or microwave box, with appropriate holes cut in it and a strong extractor fan makes a good spray booth that can be flat-packed for easy storage when not in use.
Take care with these terrible bushfires. Jen
Take care with these terrible bushfires. Jen
- Tue Dec 24, 2019 1:12 am
- Forum: Photos and Stuff
- Topic: Christmas Suncatcher
- Replies: 5
- Views: 30016
Re: Christmas Suncatcher
Thank you, Don. Thought I'd missed it or it wasn't happening this year.
R&G enamels?
Have a good one and a brilliant 2020. Jen
R&G enamels?
Have a good one and a brilliant 2020. Jen
- Mon Nov 04, 2019 9:34 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Silver foil & leaf
- Replies: 9
- Views: 10517
Re: Silver foil & leaf
Jennifer, note disclaimer: I haven't tried this with silver leaf but you can remove tarnish from silver by immersing it in hot water in a glass or plastic basin (non-metallic) touching a piece of aluminum foil. Add baking soda to the water and stir in. The tarnish will float off, along with a micros...
- Wed Oct 16, 2019 12:58 am
- Forum: Photos and Stuff
- Topic: Little Purple Riding Hood
- Replies: 6
- Views: 30988
Re: Little Purple Riding Hood
Squeals of delight coming from the Antipodes!!!!
Does anyone say 'too cool' any more?
Your sense of fun and wonderful, complex execution continue to inspire, Don. Thanks for sharing, Jen
Does anyone say 'too cool' any more?
Your sense of fun and wonderful, complex execution continue to inspire, Don. Thanks for sharing, Jen
- Sun Sep 08, 2019 1:46 am
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: air supply for blasting hood?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 15502
Re: air supply for blasting hood?
I forgot to mention the in-line fume trap and water trap, but must confess that I haven't changed the filter in the fume trap ever since I was advised that if the ambient air is clean and you can't smell any fumes or have any side effects it's not necessary. (Filter-free...sounds like a cheap cigare...
- Tue Aug 20, 2019 10:48 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: air supply for blasting hood?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 15502
Re: air supply for blasting hood?
Bonnie, you say you blast outside so already have the most expensive item you need, the compressor. Take your hood and the information about your compressor to a company that supplies sand-blasting equipment.** They should be able to provide you with a regulator and fittings and a hose to split the ...
- Wed Jul 24, 2019 9:39 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Glues and silicones
- Replies: 9
- Views: 14204
Re: Glues and silicones
Lisa, be careful using adhesive on mirror backs. Many adhesives will destroy the mirroring so be sure to choose one that won't. I've forgotten the North American one I used to use. Glass installers use a particular brand that won't harm the mirroring. I'm sure that information is readily available f...
- Wed Jul 24, 2019 9:31 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Tack fusing temp. for frits
- Replies: 3
- Views: 7259
Re: Tack fusing temp. for frits
Hi Havi, I've just seen this thread and have done just what I believe you are looking for, frit melted to stick to itself, nothing underneath. It was used as flower centres. If you haven't found the answer by experimenting let me know and I'll look for my notes.
- Wed Jul 24, 2019 9:24 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Fusing antique glass
- Replies: 12
- Views: 15781
Re: Fusing antique glass
I see you've already been given good advice re buying some new 'old-style' glass. I couldn't find information on gravity glass and haven't heard the term before, but did read quite a bit about Guinness glasses in the search. Being a fan I found that interesting. Some time ago I put a piece of 2 mil ...
- Fri Jun 28, 2019 11:43 pm
- Forum: Newcomer Forum
- Topic: Using Rare Earth Oxides
- Replies: 8
- Views: 12222
Re: Using Rare Earth Oxides
Hi Jim and Jim, That remark about F/B was not made snidely. I noted that Jagboy 69 was relatively new to the board but spoke disparagingly about the members' lack of response to Jan's question. I thought maybe he expected a F/B-like response where all sorts of 'advice' would be offered regardless of...
- Thu Jun 27, 2019 3:19 am
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Best 120v Kiln
- Replies: 5
- Views: 8409
Re: Best 120v Kiln
As Don suggested, you can alter your wiring to access 220 when your dryer isn't in use. I did it for years in Canada without any inconvenience.
- Thu Jun 27, 2019 3:13 am
- Forum: Newcomer Forum
- Topic: Using Rare Earth Oxides
- Replies: 8
- Views: 12222
Re: Using Rare Earth Oxides
This isn't FaceBook. Members are very helpful if they know the answer or can make a good suggestion.Jagboy69 wrote:Sorry bud... I can't help you. The other's around here aren't very lively are they?
Try it, Hope it works for you, then don't tell anyone how you did it! (except me)
- Thu Jun 27, 2019 3:10 am
- Forum: Newcomer Forum
- Topic: Using Rare Earth Oxides
- Replies: 8
- Views: 12222
Re: Using Rare Earth Oxides
Accidently posted twice!
- Wed Jun 12, 2019 10:38 pm
- Forum: Photos and Stuff
- Topic: How do I present my Art?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 26421
Re: How do I present my Art?
Interesting concept, Havi. How was it eventually displayed? I agree, a wooden fence 'containing' the free-flowing water is antithetical to the out-of-control nature of a flood. The size isn't obvious from the photo but it must be fairly large if it could be displayed on the floor. Adhering it to a p...
- Wed May 01, 2019 3:33 am
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Float Glass Reco Needed for Decals
- Replies: 7
- Views: 9322
Re: Float Glass Reco Needed for Decals
Assuming the dollhouse won't be going in the dishwasher, if you buy picture frames at a charity shop and remove the glass you'll have thin, cheap glass. The frit could be glued on. That's not something I'd ever do with a piece of art glass but, along with the decals, might achieve the look your frie...