I have recently begun making glass beadsIn about an hour I'll be picking up most of the supplies needed.Here is a list of the supplies I'll be shopping for todayIf anyone can recommend or advise against buying certain types or brands, that would be greatI'll appreciate any advice.-Torch (1400 F)-Fuel (must be mixed with oxygen): propane, natural gas, (or MAPP gas, it does not need to be mixed with oxygen)-Striker (for the torch)-mandrels (I believe these are the glass rods-Beadrake, marver plates (what is the difference?)-Clamp for torch-Bead release (what kind of paint is this?!)-Fiber blanket (for cooling the beads down inWhat is this made of?)-Small work table-Large, square, metal plate for the table-Pliers (for making stringers)
The plates might not be microwave safeCheck each plate before microwaving to make sure it's made for the microwave.
What ever u do don'tWrap the plates in aluminnum foil k?! First turn the plate upside down and read and see if they are microwave safe if they aren't get another plateIf they are then let the pizza defrost then cook!!!
I don t have a good answer to this question, as my brother just nearly burned down a hotel by accidentally leaving a hot pocket in the microwave for too long, and the plate was black and broke in halfBut I can tell you this: NEVER EVER EVER EVER NEVER put aluminum in the microwaveUnless your goal is to create an explosion.
You need to ask an expert bead makerAsk Pam EastIf anyone knows- She for sure does! I make a simple lampwork bead by mixing glass frit (broken marbles) and fusing them to 20 gauge copper wireI use my welding torchKeep Arting! Jeff (weseye) Wesley
