double helix glass help!

[anniepants]

I recently purchased some double helix glass (dark star 2), and if anyone has hints on how to make the boro-ish effects I would LOVE to know how, all my beads turn out really dark. Not sure if I am burning it or what exactly...all comments welcome.

[WhiskerWood]

Hi Annie~

I noticed that when I worked the DH glass on my Lynx I got great color but when I switched back to my Minor and tried it all I got was dark...

So my conclusion is that it needs to be worked really hot???

[Double Helix Glassworks]

This color grows silver crystals when reheated, especially if encased. Organic effects can be achieved by reducing slightly and then encasing. If a heavier reduction is applied to unencased darkstar2 a range of silver, copper, or bronze metallic effects is possible. Hope this helps.
Jed at www.doublehelixglassworks.com

[SuzyQ]

I have found that a little goes a long way. I use a base of clear and or encase.