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2009-07-24, 12:21pm
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May be a dumb frit question. Can i make frit form old beads?
Can I use the glass from unannealed beads to make frit? So far all my glass is moretti 104. I see all my unsuccessful beads and wonder is there something I can do with them besides throwing them in the rock garden. i did a search but couldn't find anything. Sorry if this is a repeat. If so point me in the right direstion. Eagerly awaiting your answers.
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2009-07-24, 12:45pm
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I've seen this question on here before and the issue is the bead release that unnealed beads still have on them . I'm still pretty much a noob, so maybe the seasoned people which jump in.
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2009-07-24, 1:31pm
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Considering how people melt down glass from bottles and other sources, don't see why you wouldn't be able to- just a question of getting all the bead release out to keep from contaminating the glass.
Safety is also a concern- wear a respirator if you'll be busting up glass for frit since it will release dust you shouldn't breathe.
I've never done this myself, hopefully someone w/ actual experience in this area will pipe up  Good luck!
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2009-07-24, 2:20pm
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just plain silly
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I have used old, or cracked beads that I have thoroughly cleaned out the bead release, split in half, pre-heated in the kiln and added to my hot glass for off mandrel pendants. I would think that frit would work quite well.
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2009-07-24, 7:30pm
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I don't know why people throw out their beads?? I collect them in a pretty glass jar like this, and leave them on my shelf. It's so pretty!! Plus it's good to go back to the ones you made previously & see your progress.
As for making frit, you must completely clean out the bead release. I would probably grind down the whole are just in case.
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2009-08-01, 5:41pm
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You could donate them to Beads of Courage.
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2009-08-01, 11:09pm
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Tell me (us.. the new kids here) ..what is Beads of Courage?
Thanks in advance 
Rachel the firekat
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2009-08-02, 8:24am
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RCB23
Tell me (us.. the new kids here) ..what is Beads of Courage?
Thanks in advance
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There are two programs that you can donate beads to (that I know of). One is
beads of courage. ( http://www.beadsofcourage.net/howtohelp.htm). You can donate beads that are then given to children
The other is Hope bracelets project. ( http://www.kimmiles.com/hope-bracelet-project.html or
I'm working on the second one. I have about 30 beads that are good enough to send.
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2009-08-02, 12:41pm
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2009-08-02, 12:48pm
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I'm a bit fan of both BoC and the Hope project - I have bowls going for each.
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2009-08-02, 2:38pm
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Thanks you guys!
~Rachel
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