I never thought of using a clear rod to drag the ripples, thanks!
It isn't a twist, just more ripples similar to the photos of Haley's beads.
Here is my awesome drawing, I don't know why I didn't think to draw a picture sooner, I am soooo good at it. The grey represents the clear layers and the purple the coloured glass. They could be pressed into other shapes as well.
It may be a few weeks until I can make it into the studio, but I can't wait to try it! Thanks for all the help!