Supplies needed to make your own fuseworks fused glass jewelry. Small and compact it store easily making glass fusing easy, safe and economical. Next comes slumping, or shaping the fused piece using a mould. Fused glass projects from the glass fusing made easy website. I fire my glass using a paragon janus 16 kiln which can accommodate pieces up to 12 inches. Whether you are fusing with 90 or 96 coe glass, the ez pro makes it easy. The kiln features both top and side firing elements to heat projects uniformly, a big firing chamber 15 w. The glass you will fuse has to match in expansion or it will crack upon cooling. Shop fuseworks beginners fusing kit overstock 3952335.
Create and store virtually unlimited custom programs. Its a simple but effective way to play with and bold colors, shapes, and textures in your glass art. Available worldwide through quality retailers and distributors windows xp vista win 7. Includes kiln, fusing, bits, glass, earring, bails, kiln paper, glass cutter, hot mitts and instructions. Beginner or intermediate fusers will all learn new tricks. Because its produced in much larger quantities than colored art glass, float glass costs. This expansion is called coefficent of expansion c. Glass fusing is simply the process of stacking two or more layers of. Tackfusing is kilnforming technique wherein two disparate pieces of glass are heated until theyre just hot enough to stick together, but not so hot that they lose their individual characteritics or fuse flat. If you arent familiar with fused glass youve come to the right place. Correct firing schedules will assist greatly in bubble control i use a piece of software called ez fuse to calculate firing schedules.
Ez fuse is available in many glass art shops worldwide. I would try fusing the copper alone first, clean it off after that, and then fuse it between the glass. Its simple to full fuse, slump, tack fuse and fire polish with preset firing programs. Full fuse firing schedule full fuse firing schedule. Ez fuse is designed to take the guesswork and unknowns out of melting, bending and forming glass in a kiln. The same method can be used on larger pieces of fusing glass by using tiny pieces of glass to support the glass edges. Starting with fusing, you will learn how to melt the glass together and fire it in the kiln. Fusing bubbles can seriously distort fused glass pieces. There is also float glass or window glass around coe 82.
It can be powered by voltage from utility service, portable generators, or inverters square, quasi, and truesine waveforms. This is definitely one of the best glass kilns you can find. Included with this kit are a microwavesafe glass kiln, a fusing glass assortment and all of the glass pieces needed to begin making jewelry and other crafts. A selection of fusible glass, pattern, glass cutter, grozing pliers, detergent cleaner, safety glasses, dustpan and brush, access to a kiln. The art of fusing different glasses together can be used to create sculptures, jewelry, dishware, and other beautiful pieces. The easy fuse electrofusion processor is designed to fuse a variety of electrofusion fittings from small service sizes to large diameter couplers. Helping aspiring artisans establish and established artisans expand. This software is intended to estimate firing schedules and may, through a lack of precision andor due to defect, provide grossly inaccurate data. Yes virginia, you can fuse glass in your ceramic kiln skutt. Glass fusing software ez fuse is the only software created for fusing and slumping glass in a kiln. There are only a few basic requirements to be a topnotch fused glass.
The articles and video clips provided here are to support that motto. All the skills and tools you need to get started how to basics haunstein, lynn on. So i thought i would try to create my own professional glass jewelry with a minimalist feel. Despite the intricate appearance of fused glass, the process of fusing glass together is quite simple. The trick is to dry the leaf out a little and fuse slowly at a lower temperature. Ezguide plus lightbar guidance system getting started guide. Float glass is pretty stiff compared to fusing and casting glasses.
The number 1 selling software package for glass fusing. In some cases, the information may be refined so that only relevant answers are given. In order to login to the registered users area, you must be a registered ez fuse owner. Jenken kilns exclusive preprogrammed orton digital controller.
If working with glass is your passion, you might want to consider the delphi ez pro. If you are a retailer who sells ez fuse, let us know and we will add you to this list. Once all the glass sections are assembled, the piece must be transferred to the kiln to fuse the individual components into a single piece of glass. These tend to be general and broad, promising safe firing for most projects of a given size and thickness. It can reach temperatures up to 1700 fahrenheit, which is enough for glass fusing, and has a large firing chamber of 15. Request to remove technicow creations windows cell phone software. You can then go on to slump the fused glass using a mold to create bowls, plates, and all kinds of art. Previously, guesswork and testing was required to figure out how to fire different types of glass in a glass kiln. The easy fuse electrofusion processor can fuse fittings at voltages. Fuseworkstm fusing glass assortment 7 pieces, dichroic bits and.
Glass fusing is basically layering several pieces of glass with the same coe and then fusing the pieces together in a kiln or heat source. Glass kiln wash is a mixture of very fine minerals that will not fuse or melt together at. Bend this wire with caution, it can cause glass to chip at the fusing point. Glass is stronger than this wire, and can be easily bent, some caution should be taken at fuse point to avoid chipping. The fuseworks glass fusing kit is ideal for the beginning glass artist, for experimentation, and for jewelry projects. Use these six highfire enamels for fusing and glass blowing. As a result, our retail store and call center are closed and there may be shipping delays. Introducing the new ez enamel colors the collection of scorching hot colors reds and oranges that are easy to fire and dont require venting or mixing.
Markers, paint and paint supplies stained glass express. My practice has shown me that processing this free glass is a lot more work than cutting and cleaning sheet glass. Getting started with kilnfired glass system 96 yumpu. Both of these are small, tabletop kilns ideal for jewelry and small fusing projects. Whether you are fusing with 90 or 96 coe glass, the ezpro. A firing schedule is a program you make for your glass kiln that tells it how long and at what temperature to fuse your glass art. Studio in a box deluxe kit 90 coe medium kilns delphi. Glassline paints are used in glass fusing and require the high temperature of a kiln to cure while color magic and vitrea. We are building a listing of outlets which carry ez fuse. Thankfully, the fuseworks beginners fusing kit is really easy to use in your own home.
Measures 1412inch wide by 1412inch deep by 30inch high. This will be a power packed time using frits, powders and lots of other techniques. Technicow stained glass begins shipping ez fuse software. Fuseworks microwave kiln is lined with a high tech composite material especially formulated to fuse glass in a home microwave 800 watts 1200 watts. We offer free shipping and no sales tax on all standard orders, so the price you see is the price you pay. Basic glass fusing techniques ed hoys international. The pdf files can be printed and taken with you into your studio or work space. How to understand fusing firing schedules delphi glass youtube. Art glass is a little expensive, but its very beautiful. From small kilns for the hobbyist to large kilns for the studio professional, weve got you covered. Whether you are fusing with 90 or 96 coe glass, the ezpro makes it easy. Diamond tech crafts provides a wide range of videos to help inspire your creativity in beadmaking, fusing, mosaics and stained glass.
See more ideas about fused glass, glass and glass art. Its reasonably priced and the support is great as a customer, i totally appreciate that. The delphi ezpro 156 kiln with tap controller comes with 16 preprogrammed fusing schedules that help take the guesswork out of firing glass and ensure your success. Glass fusing is simply the process of stacking two or more layers of compatible. If youre a beginner it would be best to start with something small and easy. Use this schedule for bottle bottom molds, fused bottle glass donuts and bead molds 14.
Delphi ezpro 16 stained glass supplies, fusing supplies. Ez fuse supports the following controllers in celsius and farenheit temperatures. However with some perseverance, there are ways to use the material to make some compelling art. Glass fusing is a way to bring eclectic pieces of glass together to create beautiful contrast. You definitely hit on a winning product and the nice thing is, you dont charge an arm and a leg for it. It contains a variety of fusible glass sheets, frit, dichroic scrap, stringers, and. Keep in mind that two layers are best, and design something. Ez fuse is the only software created for fusing and slumping glass in a kiln. This set includes 1 instruction sheet, fired glass samples, 1 ounce of fuse master water friendly medium and 1 teaspoon each of six enamels. Any glass including nonfusible art glass is fusible to itself. From circle cutting and combing to ideas for hanging your glass creations, youll find it all right here.
Glass meets kiln any kiln with a programmable controller can be used to fuse glass. Includes kiln fusing bits glass earring bails kiln paper glass cutter hot mitts and instructions. All the skills and tools you need to get started how to basics. Theres a couple of tutorials on this, one showing you the best type of mould, and the other taking you through the preparation process for firing. Easy fire enamels are a very fine grind so they can be. Available worldwide through quality retailers and distributors. Software designed for fusing and slumping glass in kilns.
This software will determine schedules for a range of glass brands and coes. With the right tools and safety gear and a bit of practice you can learn how to fuse glass into dazzling works of art. Technicow stained glass is pleased to announce the availability of ez fuse software. Level beginning intermediate this class will cover all of the basics of fusing but will take it to a few other levels. Previous to the invention of float glass, window glass was made the same way as art glass and was called plate glass. Adjusting your firing schedules we recommend that beginners follow published firing schedules as they become acquainted with glass fusing. Deepen your knowledge of the hot glass arts with the tutorials in this section. Glass fusing is the joining together of pieces of glass at high temperature, usually in a kiln.
I explained again about the coe so i can discuss nonfusible art glass. There are only a few basic requirements to set you on your path to becoming a fused glass artist. Fun for both adults and children, this fuseworks beginners fusing kits lets you easily and safely fuse glass right in your own microwave. Whether youre slumping, fusing, annealing, or anything else we have glass kilns for sale at the guaranteed lowest prices. Kiln includes 4 preset programs for each type of glass. The layers of glass create a new single piece of glass. Delphi ezpro fast fire 156 fiber kiln and furniture.
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