Thank you Jeff. This is a brilliant project for using up scrap glass. And your design is so interesting. I hope to make a bird bath using this technique. Thank you for the inspiration.
Hi Jeff, I have just spent a pleasant morning laying this out with clear glass. I like your idea of using coloured transparent or opalescent. I think I might try white opalescent. I have just noticed that you used strips of black glass. I just used stringers.
Hi Joan. The 3 mm on edge gave me a more defined border between the sectors. I thought stringers would get buried by the clear, though I suppose it depends on how many stringers together. The white contrasting with the black sounds like it would work nicely. All the best with it.
Thank you Jeff. I was thinking I would have to use a drape mold to maintain the texture, but now I'm going to just use a flatter shaped glass bowl and hope for the best.
@@RocketRoseArt Thanks Jeff, that’s exactly what I did then hung it as a large sun catcher. I think it would be lovely with a few pieces of dichroic frit mixed in the piece.
Hi Jeff, thank you again for the great video. Just a quick question: Did you “pile up” the tecta to make a double layer of glass (6 mm) and did you cut the black 6-8 mm wide so it was put at the edge of the glass or you double layered the black as well? Thanks a lot.
Some of that scrap was actually 6 mm. In fact, it was a mix of 6 mm, 4 mm and 3 mm. It didn't matter as the layer was well over 6 mm. This is why the black strips were a bit more than 6 mm wide and placed on edge, to account for the height of the glass. Only a single strip. Because I wasn't intending to do a full fuse, the 6 mm rule doesn't really apply. I just wanted it tacked together. The final thickness was from 6 mm to 8 mm, but remember it's not a solid piece. If I hadn't let it go further the thickness would have varied much more.
Hi Jeri. Wish I could remember. But probably either Blue Dog Glass or Glass Fusing here in Australia. I just looked at each site and it seems they don't have anything. Not surprised, a lot of problems with supplies here.
@@RocketRoseArt Hello, I understand. Having the same issues in the US. Been trying to find an 11 inch bowl mold for some time. Appreciate your reply. Cheers, Jeri
Love the chunky look, turned out better than I thought it would. Will give it a go. Cheers. Q. Have you ever tried using kiln wash from a spray bottle to coat your moulds? Any reason why a few layers of kiln wash sprayed on wouldn’t work? Certainly would be a cheaper option than boron nitrate. I use Zyp liquid boron nitrate sprayed from a spray bottle, can’t see why Kiln wash applied the same way wouldn’t work 🤷🏻♂️ unless kiln powder is thicker or sticker 🤷🏻♂️. Your thoughts? Cheers Jeff
Hi Ed. I used to use kiln wash brushed on a long time ago. Hated it. Always got damaged and had to be redone. Never tried from a spray bottle. Can't try now as all my moulds have boron nitride on them and you can't go back to wash. If you give it a go would love to hear how it went.
I yet have to learn, but acquired a nice glass kiln already. Question: The bowl you put at the bottom as a mold, is it a special made? or just any un-grazed ceramic will work? Thank you.
Hi Stephen. You are right. That is just a bisque fired ceramic bowl. In fact, you can use almost any old ceramic bowl for a mould. As long as it's prepared correctly. This video covers that. ua-cam.com/video/UA0peErkk_w/v-deo.html
Hi Jeff. Thanks for these videos. They are very helpful. Can you please tell me where I can buy boron nitride in Australia? I’m finding it hard to source.
Hi Meri. The only place I found in Australia is Perth Art Glass, and the last time I looked they were out of stock. Worth a call though. I actually had to import a carton for myself. At the time I couldn't find anybody myself. In Australia it's classified as dangerous goods, so needs correct carriers. Not sure how Perth Art Glass do it. Keep in mind this is a hazardous material and needs care.
Update to that Meri. Just called Perth Art Glas and the brand they sell doesn't seem to have a flammable solvent. Delivery should be fine, but out of stock at the moment. Stock is expected in maybe a month.
That would be disappointing. I think you're saying it fused too much and melted together more. Sounds like the firing was too high or too long. I noticed you asking for the schedules in another comment so I assume the one I posted in the description isn't what you used. Try that one but be sure to correct for your COE and kiln. Hope this helps.
Another video of a really fun technique. What a beautiful bowl.
Hi Judith. Nice and simple. Hope you give it a go.
I have a pile of scrap, that I've been trying to figure out what to do with. I think I might try this
Perfect project for scrap. Have fun.
Thank you Jeff. This is a brilliant project for using up scrap glass. And your design is so interesting. I hope to make a bird bath using this technique. Thank you for the inspiration.
Hi Anne. The bird bath idea sounds great. Good luck with it.
Love this - so many ideas of using up scrap glass doing them .. going to try and do it with putting a shape in the center of it -
Great idea. BTW, love the lodge.
@@RocketRoseArt Thanks! We have had a great time meeting all of the people from all over the world :)
I made one of these based on this video and I love it so much. You’re my favorite glass artist to watch on UA-cam. Thank you so much, Jeff! ❤️❤️❤️
Hi Laura. That's fantastic. Very happy to help.
It looks amazing. Even if you think you left it in too long ❤
Thanks Sherri.
I think, at least with my art, when things don’t go the way my mind planned, they’re usually better. It’s a beautiful piece.
Have to agree. Maybe we should plan to stuff up 😀
There are only happy mistakes
Hi Jeff, I have just spent a pleasant morning laying this out with clear glass. I like your idea of using coloured transparent or opalescent. I think I might try white opalescent. I have just noticed that you used strips of black glass. I just used stringers.
Hi Joan. The 3 mm on edge gave me a more defined border between the sectors. I thought stringers would get buried by the clear, though I suppose it depends on how many stringers together. The white contrasting with the black sounds like it would work nicely. All the best with it.
I got an awesome result when I tried this! Thank you so much
Hi Catherine. That’s fantastic.
I think it turned out lovely.
Hi Laura. Thanks. It's always nice to have feedback.
Oooooo, so sparkly! I love the textured look and feel. I did get my kiln dialed in closer to make the glass keep its shape. Thank you for the tips.
Hi Jeri I'm always getting distracted. Too many things to do.
Thank you Jeff. I was thinking I would have to use a drape mold to maintain the texture, but now I'm going to just use a flatter shaped glass bowl and hope for the best.
Good luck Diana. Hope it all goes well.
I love this Jeff, so many ideas, and finally found the join button
Hi Jo. Thanks for joining and hope it helps.
Love it! I’ve made similar pieces but never thought to put in the long strips and stand them on their side. Thanks for the tip.
Hi Gwen. There's a few ways of doing this. You could also replace segments with whole cut pieces as well. A lot of options.
@@RocketRoseArt Thanks Jeff, that’s exactly what I did then hung it as a large sun catcher. I think it would be lovely with a few pieces of dichroic frit mixed in the piece.
Definitely am going to give it a go. Love yours
Hi Tracy. You absolutely should. Not hard at all. Good luck with it.
That’s amazing!
Thanks Theresa
Can you post the tack and slump firing schedule. Thx
Hi Janet. The firing schedules are in the video description.
Hi Jeff, thank you again for the great video. Just a quick question: Did you “pile up” the tecta to make a double layer of glass (6 mm) and did you cut the black 6-8 mm wide so it was put at the edge of the glass or you double layered the black as well? Thanks a lot.
Some of that scrap was actually 6 mm. In fact, it was a mix of 6 mm, 4 mm and 3 mm. It didn't matter as the layer was well over 6 mm. This is why the black strips were a bit more than 6 mm wide and placed on edge, to account for the height of the glass. Only a single strip. Because I wasn't intending to do a full fuse, the 6 mm rule doesn't really apply. I just wanted it tacked together. The final thickness was from 6 mm to 8 mm, but remember it's not a solid piece. If I hadn't let it go further the thickness would have varied much more.
@@RocketRoseArt Thanks a lot.
Question, the mold you ended up using, can you tell me where you purchased and the model number?
Enjoy your videos. Thanks😊
Hi Jeri. Wish I could remember. But probably either Blue Dog Glass or Glass Fusing here in Australia. I just looked at each site and it seems they don't have anything. Not surprised, a lot of problems with supplies here.
@@RocketRoseArt Hello, I understand. Having the same issues in the US. Been trying to find an 11 inch bowl mold for some time. Appreciate your reply. Cheers, Jeri
Love it!
Glad you like. Take care.
Love the chunky look, turned out better than I thought it would. Will give it a go. Cheers. Q. Have you ever tried using kiln wash from a spray bottle to coat your moulds? Any reason why a few layers of kiln wash sprayed on wouldn’t work? Certainly would be a cheaper option than boron nitrate. I use Zyp liquid boron nitrate sprayed from a spray bottle, can’t see why Kiln wash applied the same way wouldn’t work 🤷🏻♂️ unless kiln powder is thicker or sticker 🤷🏻♂️. Your thoughts? Cheers Jeff
Hi Ed. I used to use kiln wash brushed on a long time ago. Hated it. Always got damaged and had to be redone. Never tried from a spray bottle. Can't try now as all my moulds have boron nitride on them and you can't go back to wash. If you give it a go would love to hear how it went.
I yet have to learn, but acquired a nice glass kiln already. Question: The bowl you put at the bottom as a mold, is it a special made? or just any un-grazed ceramic will work? Thank you.
Hi Stephen. You are right. That is just a bisque fired ceramic bowl. In fact, you can use almost any old ceramic bowl for a mould. As long as it's prepared correctly. This video covers that. ua-cam.com/video/UA0peErkk_w/v-deo.html
Hi Jeff. Thanks for these videos. They are very helpful.
Can you please tell me where I can buy boron nitride in Australia? I’m finding it hard to source.
Hi Meri. The only place I found in Australia is Perth Art Glass, and the last time I looked they were out of stock. Worth a call though. I actually had to import a carton for myself. At the time I couldn't find anybody myself. In Australia it's classified as dangerous goods, so needs correct carriers. Not sure how Perth Art Glass do it. Keep in mind this is a hazardous material and needs care.
Update to that Meri. Just called Perth Art Glas and the brand they sell doesn't seem to have a flammable solvent. Delivery should be fine, but out of stock at the moment. Stock is expected in maybe a month.
Thankyou for replying so quickly. I will contact Perth Art and see if I can get on an advice list when it’s back in stock. ☺️
I would have used stringer
That would work. Just end up with maybe a different effect.
Brabo
Thank you.
I tack fused the bowl and it came out with a Lacey effect so disappointed
That would be disappointing. I think you're saying it fused too much and melted together more. Sounds like the firing was too high or too long. I noticed you asking for the schedules in another comment so I assume the one I posted in the description isn't what you used. Try that one but be sure to correct for your COE and kiln. Hope this helps.