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Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2011-11-17, 1:19pm
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Tips on encasing Double Helix?
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VenusBeads
I couldn't tell you which clear it is to save my...
I couldn't tell you which clear it is to save my life. Several years ago I bought about 10 pounds of it b/c it was the best clear ever. (I wish I had written down which kind of glass it was b/c...
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Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2011-11-17, 5:38am
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Tips on encasing Double Helix?
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2,690
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VenusBeads
Right down the center. That same day I got an...
Right down the center. That same day I got an order from Double Helix and a sheet talking about compatibility with their glass, made me wonder if it was something I did or something having to do...
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Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2011-11-17, 5:34am
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Frit COE
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4,424
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VenusBeads
The downside is encasing a frit bead, that...
The downside is encasing a frit bead, that usually doesn't go well. Also, on occasion, I'll make a set of frit beads and every single one in the set cracks. Then I know not to use that base glass...
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Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2011-11-17, 5:26am
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51
How Do You Know Which Colour Is Which?
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9,741
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VenusBeads
I label one rod in each bunch with a piece of...
I label one rod in each bunch with a piece of masking tape. Then when I pull a rod that might be difficult to put back, like a silver glass rod or boro, I use a sharpie marker to write the name of...
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Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2011-11-17, 5:19am
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24
Discolored beads
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6,371
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VenusBeads
I don't think anyone mentioned "Whink." I think...
I don't think anyone mentioned "Whink." I think it's used to clean silver? Not sure, but I buy it as Wal Mart. It works amazing. MAKE SURE NOT TO TOUCH IT WITH BARE HANDS. I keep a little of it...
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Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2011-11-17, 5:05am
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8
Tips on encasing Double Helix?
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2,690
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VenusBeads
Tips on encasing Double Helix?
Just wondering if there are any general rules out there for encasing Double Helix that you guys wouldn't mind sharing.
I took 104 periwinkle, encased it with DH Clio, then encased that in clear...
Forum:
Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2009-10-23, 11:34am
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11
GTT Scorpion Torch vs. Red Max?
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13,307
Posted By
VenusBeads
Kimberly from Pyronamix is going to be running...
Kimberly from Pyronamix is going to be running some tests on the Scorpion and posting her findings on facebook. She said she'll be able to let me know if it's a true upgrade from my Red Max. Her...
Forum:
Torch Questions
2009-10-22, 10:19am
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Melting face of redmax
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12,722
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VenusBeads
Hey there, I thought I'd let you know that I run...
Hey there, I thought I'd let you know that I run my Red Max on two oxycons (both are 10 lpm / 7-9 psi) with propane and I've never had any problems with it. I use the bottom Red Max for large stuff...
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Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2009-10-22, 9:36am
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11
GTT Scorpion Torch vs. Red Max?
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13,307
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VenusBeads
Thanks so much for the reply. I did see...
Thanks so much for the reply.
I did see the descriptions of the Scorpion and it sounds awesome, but I'm just not sure if it's better than my present torch. I'm always excited to get new toys to...
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Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2009-10-22, 7:28am
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11
GTT Scorpion Torch vs. Red Max?
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13,307
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VenusBeads
GTT Scorpion Torch vs. Red Max?
Just wondering if anyone has any info on the new Scorpion torch...
Right now I use a Red Max with a minor on top and was wondering if the Scorpion would be better for my set up. I use the Red...
Forum:
Tutorials to purchase
2007-11-24, 3:53pm
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Brad Pearson's new video
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13,271
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VenusBeads
Brad Pearson's new video
Have you all seen Brad's new video? http://www.artofbeadmaking.com/ Very cool! I was lucky enough to take my second class with him a few weeks ago.
Forum:
Boro Room
2007-11-07, 5:03am
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74
November show and tell
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12,668
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VenusBeads
Here's mine for this week... 93186 93185
Here's mine for this week...
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Forum:
Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2007-11-07, 4:42am
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17
Smelly bead release?
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4,422
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VenusBeads
Toni - good idea! I like the way you think! ;-)...
Toni - good idea! I like the way you think! ;-)
Hey Venessa, I'm Venesa with an "e" too! (and only one "s.") So your whole life do you get "you just had to be different didn't you?" My...
Forum:
Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2007-09-13, 1:37pm
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31
why do beads crack like this?
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7,191
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VenusBeads
Here's my two cents on what I think happened with...
Here's my two cents on what I think happened with the beads. She used frit that is usually made with bullseye glass and the other base glass is probably lauscha or effetre. Bullseye can be used...
Forum:
Boro Room
2007-09-12, 6:00pm
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75
colordifferences tanked oxy vs. oxycons
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15,136
Posted By
VenusBeads
Suzanne and Gary, thanks so much for sharing your...
Suzanne and Gary, thanks so much for sharing your info.
I use two Oxy cons and I pretty much think it's a c$#p shoot for me to get colors consistently. Some mornings it's "Yes!" when I open the...
Forum:
Boro Room
2007-09-12, 5:43pm
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36
Northstar 34 Extra Light Yellow Frit?!?!
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6,057
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VenusBeads
That's exactly why I want it Heidi!! The...
That's exactly why I want it Heidi!!
The latest: EPlanet DID have some. I bought the four ounces that she had on hand, but I'm sure she'll make more soon now that she knows people are looking...
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Boro Room
2007-09-12, 5:48am
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36
Northstar 34 Extra Light Yellow Frit?!?!
Views:
6,057
Posted By
VenusBeads
I've got an email out to EPlanet and Moretti and...
I've got an email out to EPlanet and Moretti and More to see if they'll make some. I checked every glass place that I could find online.
I emailed Northstar last night, so I'll see what they...
Forum:
Boro Room
2007-09-11, 5:11pm
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36
Northstar 34 Extra Light Yellow Frit?!?!
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6,057
Posted By
VenusBeads
Northstar 34 Extra Light Yellow Frit?!?!
Anybody know where I can find Northstar 34 Extra Light Yellow Frit? I guess I'd take any size, but I would really like the large size.
Thanks for any help!
Forum:
Boro Room
2007-07-25, 3:56pm
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150
July 16 - 31: Show 'em if ya got 'em!
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23,741
Posted By
VenusBeads
Thanks Brandie! I just checked out your website....
Thanks Brandie! I just checked out your website. All of your stuff is cool, but your butterfly pendants are amazing!
Forum:
Boro Room
2007-07-24, 5:48pm
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150
July 16 - 31: Show 'em if ya got 'em!
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23,741
Posted By
VenusBeads
:biggrin: Gee, thanks!!
:biggrin: Gee, thanks!!
Forum:
Boro Room
2007-07-24, 10:48am
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150
July 16 - 31: Show 'em if ya got 'em!
Views:
23,741
Posted By
VenusBeads
You guys are all amazing! I'm not worthy,...
You guys are all amazing!
I'm not worthy, I'm not worthy...
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Forum:
Boro Room
2007-07-16, 3:26pm
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150
July 16 - 31: Show 'em if ya got 'em!
Views:
23,741
Posted By
VenusBeads
Beautiful as usual Val! Here are mine... ...
Beautiful as usual Val!
Here are mine...
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And these aren't boro, but I have to show them off anyway!
Forum:
Boro Room
2007-05-15, 2:25pm
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153
May 1st 2007 showcase
Views:
27,304
Posted By
VenusBeads
More for May... 70023 70024 70025 ...
More for May...
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And this isn't boro, but it's awfully cute!! :grin:
Forum:
Boro Room
2007-05-09, 9:19am
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153
May 1st 2007 showcase
Views:
27,304
Posted By
VenusBeads
You guys kick boro butt! I'm not worthy..... ...
You guys kick boro butt! I'm not worthy.....
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Forum:
Boro Room
2007-05-06, 7:03pm
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20
How do I set up my kiln to do Boro then soft glass?
Views:
5,003
Posted By
VenusBeads
First ramp your kiln up to 900. I garage my...
First ramp your kiln up to 900. I garage my beads at 900 for whatever amount of time I work boro. Next my kiln ramps up to 1050 (or whatever temp you plan to strike/anneal your boro.) Next I ramp...
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