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Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2023-08-09, 9:18am
Replies: 11
Views: 4,569
Posted By AVTrout
I've had my Paragon Bluebird kiln for 17 years...

I've had my Paragon Bluebird kiln for 17 years and it still works fabulously. A great investment!
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2023-08-03, 7:07am
Replies: 4
Views: 1,992
Posted By AVTrout
I can tell you that Aether emits a bright light...

I can tell you that Aether emits a bright light from the end of the rod when the other end is lit. As for differing between other clears, I pickled my cheap glass rods once and they came out just as...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2023-08-03, 6:40am
Replies: 3
Views: 1,471
Posted By AVTrout
Awesome! Thanks for the info! So I use a...

Awesome! Thanks for the info! So I use a Hellcat, and yesterday was the day that I remembered that the inside of the Hellcat is a Mini CC. At least now I'm not boiling my glass anymore. (lol)
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2023-08-02, 9:19am
Replies: 3
Views: 1,471
Posted By AVTrout
Non-Bleeding/Feathering White & Black

A million years ago when I last torched (4 yrs) I made a lot of black and white beads, and I used specific glass to do it so I could avoid the feathering between the black and white. I don't...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2023-07-30, 8:54am
Replies: 3
Views: 1,565
Posted By AVTrout
Thanks Kathy!

Thanks Kathy!
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2023-07-29, 1:56pm
Replies: 3
Views: 1,565
Posted By AVTrout
Hellcat Propane PSI Question

It's been a few hot minutes since I torched. When I stopped back in 2019, I had just gotten a Hellcat torch and only used it a dozen or so times. Since then we've disconnected the propane and I...
Forum: Torch Questions 2018-07-06, 9:32am
Replies: 0
Views: 2,854
Posted By AVTrout
Mega 20 Oxycon Issue

I got a Mega 20 oxycon in September, just unpacked it an moved it into my renovated studio last week. I've used it twice, and each time it works fine for about an hour, and then it seems to almost...
Forum: Torch Questions 2018-06-26, 2:41pm
Replies: 1
Views: 3,192
Posted By AVTrout
Hellcat Torch Flame Length

I have a new Hellcat and a new Mega 20 oxycon, and I'm not sure how the flame is supposed to look. I'm looking for a standard, glass melting flame. I've only ever used a Carlisle Mini CC, and I...
Forum: Torch Questions 2018-03-07, 10:18am
Replies: 2
Views: 2,828
Posted By AVTrout
Exclamation Hellcat Hook Up Question

I got a Hellcat torch and I need to hook the hoses up. I need male to male adapters. Can someone please point me in the right direction to purchase these? Thank you so much!...
Forum: Safety 2017-09-23, 9:53am
Replies: 5
Views: 5,986
Posted By AVTrout
Cool Boro Glasses Shade 5, 6 or 8?

Coming from soft glass, I'm not sure what to use for boro. I'm getting a Wildcat torch. Should I get boro glasses that are 5, 6 or 8? I want to protect my peepers.
Forum: Studio 2017-09-20, 7:07am
Replies: 4
Views: 5,156
Posted By AVTrout
Quick Kiln Question

Why would one want a fiber top on the inside of a kiln vs. the regular top that Paragon puts on? Buying a new kiln and want to make sure I get the right setup....
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2017-09-09, 11:43am
Replies: 0
Views: 1,729
Posted By AVTrout
Paragon Fusion 16 Fiber Top?

Why would one want a fiber top on the inside of a kiln vs. the regular top that Paragon puts on? Buying a new kiln and want to make sure I get the right setup. ...
Forum: Safety 2017-09-09, 10:52am
Replies: 2
Views: 4,762
Posted By AVTrout
Longtime Lampworker Seeking Fan Advice Please

It's time to buy the fan for my new studio and I could use a little advice. I've been lampworking for 10 years and have tried numerous set-ups. Currently, what works for me is an industrial fan we...
Forum: Studio 2017-08-07, 8:58am
Replies: 19
Views: 11,668
Posted By AVTrout
I would've insulated the "pool house" long ago,...

I would've insulated the "pool house" long ago, so that my studio is weather proof. I'm waiting on a contractor now. It's a long wait.
Forum: Safety 2017-08-07, 8:57am
Replies: 17
Views: 8,882
Posted By AVTrout
I just stepped out the door and poured my old...

I just stepped out the door and poured my old release into a weedy area yesterday.
Forum: Free Tutorials 2017-07-24, 12:35pm
Replies: 141
Views: 119,622
Posted By AVTrout
The bead under water photograph is super cool!

The bead under water photograph is super cool!
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2017-07-23, 12:26pm
Replies: 6
Views: 3,351
Posted By AVTrout
Baking Soda Finish

I have a question. I've made beads over the years that I thought would be fun to roll in baking soda as a finish before putting them in the kiln. I usually make the shape of the bead, roll it in...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2017-07-11, 12:43pm
Replies: 3
Views: 2,715
Posted By AVTrout
COE 90 Rods, Where To Buy?

Where are you guys getting your COE 90 rods at these days? Bullseye brand.
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2017-07-06, 11:46am
Replies: 15
Views: 7,124
Posted By AVTrout
Thanks everyone! I'm going to get the ones from...

Thanks everyone! I'm going to get the ones from Amazon. I've got several "parallel" mashers that are good, but not truly parallel. And it makes a difference in uniform thickness of the pressed...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2017-07-04, 11:20am
Replies: 15
Views: 7,124
Posted By AVTrout
Parallel Masher Question

Where can I buy a parallel masher? Like the Truly Parallel Masher? I'd like to be able to buy interchangeable plates for it, too. There are a couple places that sell the mashers, and a couple that...
Forum: Tutorials 2017-07-04, 10:07am
Replies: 68
Views: 46,548
Posted By AVTrout
I would be super irritated if someone stole my...

I would be super irritated if someone stole my work, re-worked it, added some snappy doo dads and resold it as their own. THAT BEING SAID.... I've bought several tutorial that are for the same style...
Forum: Tutorials 2017-06-02, 8:16am
Replies: 68
Views: 46,548
Posted By AVTrout
Who're we talking about here? Someone send me a...

Who're we talking about here? Someone send me a message.
Forum: Boro Room 2017-05-26, 8:53am
Replies: 101
Views: 70,522
Posted By AVTrout
Wow! #3 looks amazing!

Wow! #3 looks amazing!
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2017-04-12, 11:05am
Replies: 19
Views: 6,622
Posted By AVTrout
The Creative Station would probably be a great...

The Creative Station would probably be a great fix for you. I have one but don't use the hand rests, I fold them down.
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2017-04-09, 10:10am
Replies: 19
Views: 6,622
Posted By AVTrout
I'm ordering a set of these: ...

I'm ordering a set of these: http://www.emeraldartistry.com/armrest_asp.asp

http://www.emeraldartistry.com/armrest4.jpg

They look pretty awesome and more supportive than my Creative Station...
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