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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 recommend medium or dark amethyst transparent over pastel purple, pink, white or light grey.

I started with an assortment, it was not a waste. I learned how the different glasses melt and move, I learned some of the tricks a few of the glasses do when combined, and I realized that even a color I didn't like worked really nicely as a base for a transparent or as an encasing color.

My advice is to not be afraid to try anything. You'll be surprised and have fun as you go. Just pay attention to basic safety rules - don't put your hand or anything you are going to need in front of the flame, remember things stay hot longer than you think they will, make sure you have a fire extinguisher nearby. (I've never used mine, but it makes my hubby feel better.) Use your common sense and you'll be fine.

Enjoy yourself and welcome to the addiction!