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by hillbillyhippiechick
Mon May 26, 2003 2:27 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: ring shanks
Replies: 4
Views: 6181

It took me FOREVER to find these things! Try here:Burgard Studios

Good luck,
Jen
by hillbillyhippiechick
Tue May 20, 2003 1:57 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Feel Dumb For Asking...But (About Draping)
Replies: 6
Views: 5591

Thanks so much, Cynthia! I have a floral former, but haven't used it yet and was curious about the starting shape. I really appreciate your fast reply.

Thanks,
Jen
by hillbillyhippiechick
Tue May 20, 2003 1:11 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Feel Dumb For Asking...But (About Draping)
Replies: 6
Views: 5591

Feel Dumb For Asking...But (About Draping)

The vases that have a dramatic drape to them...sort of like a handkerchief...do you start out with a square or a circle? How do you determine the size you need?

Also, does the thick, rigid fiberboard need to be fired before using? Kiln washed? Is it reusable?

Thanks a bunch,
Jen
by hillbillyhippiechick
Tue Apr 29, 2003 3:58 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Slumping Question from Rank Amateur
Replies: 8
Views: 7406

Glass flamingoes might be a little upscale for this market. I'm in Bristol, so maybe I can come up with some kind of NASCAR item...fused glass beer coozies, perhaps? Slumped fried chicken buckets? I'll keep brainstorming. Thanks for all the great info! And yes, I am hooked on glass. As a child, I us...
by hillbillyhippiechick
Tue Apr 29, 2003 2:49 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Slumping Question from Rank Amateur
Replies: 8
Views: 7406

Thanks for your prompt responses! I like the idea of using the greenware. We don't have much in these mountains, but we do have ceramic places a plenty (now if I can just find something other than geese wearing bandanas lawn sculptures and open-mouthed frog soap holders I'll be in business!). It see...
by hillbillyhippiechick
Tue Apr 29, 2003 12:52 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Slumping Question from Rank Amateur
Replies: 8
Views: 7406

Slumping Question from Rank Amateur

I just returned from my local restaurant supply store, and my mind is reeling with possibilites for all the cool little stainless steel cups and plates and trays I bought to use as molds. Here's my question...when slumping INTO a form, is it necessary to have holes drilled in the mold for some kind ...