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Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2014-09-26, 12:02pm
Replies: 5
Views: 2,686
Posted By Debx2
OK, guess I'll be having an icicle tree this...

OK, guess I'll be having an icicle tree this year. Thanks.
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2014-09-20, 11:13pm
Replies: 5
Views: 2,686
Posted By Debx2
I don't remember ordering any of the ASK, but it...

I don't remember ordering any of the ASK, but it has been a long time. It does look like AS packaging, so that may be it. Thanks!
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2014-09-20, 3:58pm
Replies: 5
Views: 2,686
Posted By Debx2
I have this mystery glass, do you have any clues?

After taking a 2 1/2 year break from lampworking, I got back to the torch last weekend. Going through my glass stash, I have come face to face with the problems in my storage system. I have 3 pounds...
Forum: Free Tutorials 2009-06-17, 3:48pm
Replies: 10
Views: 4,221
Posted By Debx2
I guess it would upset the Macho balance if I...

I guess it would upset the Macho balance if I said it was cute (but it is!)
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-07-10, 9:00am
Replies: 37
Views: 7,381
Posted By Debx2
I appreciate everyone's input on this. I...

I appreciate everyone's input on this.

I was doing great until last night - the electric power to the garage - opps, studio - went out. Not the breaker, but everything from the switch out. It...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-07-07, 8:51am
Replies: 35
Views: 8,834
Posted By Debx2
Kittrell is both the manufacturer and the only...

Kittrell is both the manufacturer and the only sales location that I am aware of. I found this stuff by accident during a trip to Dallas, I was just stopping by a local glass studio and supplier....
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-07-07, 8:48am
Replies: 16
Views: 3,490
Posted By Debx2
I like KRAG. Stands up to stress and cleans out...

I like KRAG. Stands up to stress and cleans out of bead holes very nicely.
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-07-06, 10:01pm
Replies: 31
Views: 5,610
Posted By Debx2
Cindy, I've tried mixing my own purples, with...

Cindy, I've tried mixing my own purples, with almost no success. The compounds needed for purple just don't play nice, so Moretti has not come out with a good one. If you are after a good purple, I...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-07-06, 2:08pm
Replies: 14
Views: 3,775
Posted By Debx2
Pam, your pink planet really sounds sort of...

Pam, your pink planet really sounds sort of scary!

Note that this comes from a mom whose daughter was a care bear fanatic about 20 years ago. I have teddy ruxpin nightmares still and found a...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-07-04, 2:24pm
Replies: 35
Views: 8,834
Posted By Debx2
I've never shipped anything to Canada. Is it a...

I've never shipped anything to Canada. Is it a major problem or just involve filling out customs forms at the post office?
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-07-04, 11:06am
Replies: 37
Views: 7,381
Posted By Debx2
I had trouble finding something deep enough -...

I had trouble finding something deep enough - finally found a great plastic container, filled it with 5 quarts of alcohol and put the rods in. This makes a huge difference in clear!

Thanks for...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-06-29, 3:31pm
Replies: 37
Views: 7,381
Posted By Debx2
That spaghetti noodle jar tip is a good idea. I...

That spaghetti noodle jar tip is a good idea. I am going to go see if I can find one this evening, maybe after all this rain stops.

Thanks!
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-06-28, 6:43pm
Replies: 35
Views: 8,834
Posted By Debx2
I've done some blown vessels and a bunch of end...

I've done some blown vessels and a bunch of end of mandrel beads with no problems. Just let it set up for half an hour or so before heating it if you are working heavy duty.
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-06-28, 6:37pm
Replies: 37
Views: 7,381
Posted By Debx2
Awesome - I want my Lauscha! waaaaaaa!

Awesome - I want my Lauscha! waaaaaaa!
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-06-28, 3:21pm
Replies: 37
Views: 7,381
Posted By Debx2
I placed a lauscha order - I use the larger rods,...

I placed a lauscha order - I use the larger rods, too. Paula has them at flamedame.com.

Deb
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-06-28, 3:02pm
Replies: 35
Views: 8,834
Posted By Debx2
I love this stuff! It's the only thing I've used...

I love this stuff! It's the only thing I've used for about 2 years now. I'm on soft glass so I cannot answer about the boro.
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-06-28, 3:01pm
Replies: 8
Views: 2,320
Posted By Debx2
I bet if you trying to do that on purpose you...

I bet if you trying to do that on purpose you couldn't have gotten it to work, at least that's what would happen to me.

Glad both you and your kiln are ok.
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-06-28, 2:58pm
Replies: 37
Views: 7,381
Posted By Debx2
My main problem with Effetre is inconsitancy....

My main problem with Effetre is inconsitancy. Usually it's fine, but at other times it is a mess to work with - mainly bubble issues. That said, I will often use it because I like the way it melts...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-06-27, 7:56am
Replies: 37
Views: 7,381
Posted By Debx2
I am considering going back to moretti or...

I am considering going back to moretti or lauscha, this glass has given me headaches. I encase most of what I make, and no matter how slowly and carefully I work this stuff, it still bubbles.

I...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-06-26, 7:41pm
Replies: 37
Views: 7,381
Posted By Debx2
Disa, Tried your slow and steady method and...

Disa,

Tried your slow and steady method and the results were better - still getting a line of tiny bubbles along the edge of the rod - on both sides. Will be patient and keep at it.

Thanks for...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-06-25, 11:17pm
Replies: 3
Views: 1,556
Posted By Debx2
CiM makes a khaki - I've used it one time, it was...

CiM makes a khaki - I've used it one time, it was what I call military khaki - I believe Frantz carries it.
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-06-25, 6:04pm
Replies: 37
Views: 7,381
Posted By Debx2
OK, I will give that a shot. I already clean each...

OK, I will give that a shot. I already clean each rod I use, so that is not the issue, but I will try your technique for heating and application.

Thanks a bunch!
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-06-25, 1:31pm
Replies: 31
Views: 8,663
Posted By Debx2
Congrats on the retirement! When I retire, I am...

Congrats on the retirement! When I retire, I am gonna clean out the basement - really, I swear I'll get to it then.

Guess I need to finish the degree and get a job first.
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-06-24, 7:25pm
Replies: 209
Views: 65,127
Posted By Debx2
I have to agree with Krisdaka - fear of blowing...

I have to agree with Krisdaka - fear of blowing up the garage - ahem, my studio. A friend's husband is a fireman used to kid me and say that he was under instructions to go to the garage - "studio"-...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2008-06-24, 7:10pm
Replies: 37
Views: 7,381
Posted By Debx2
OK, so it's not just me. Maybe I'll put it away...

OK, so it's not just me. Maybe I'll put it away until the next full moon and see if that helps.

Thanks!
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