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April 12, 2025

10 Creative Fused Glass Projects for Beginners

Fused glass is one of the most rewarding and accessible ways to dive into the world of kilnforming — and you don’t need to be an expert to make something beautiful. Whether you’re new to glass or just looking for… View Article

April 12, 2025

Understanding the Kiln Firing Schedule: Tack, Full, and Slump Explained

Glass fusing and slumping are some of the most captivating techniques in kilnforming, but the real magic happens inside the kiln, where temperature, timing, and patience converge. Understanding your kiln firing schedule is critical for achieving strong, beautiful, and structurally… View Article

April 12, 2025

Glass Fusing Fundamentals: What You Need to Know to Get Started

🔥 What Is Glass Fusing? Glass fusing is the process of joining pieces of glass by heating them in a kiln to temperatures high enough to melt and bond the surfaces. Depending on your temperature and technique, you can create… View Article

November 12, 2024

Water Jet Resources

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July 21, 2024

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Electronics Resources

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May 30, 2024

Monoprinting

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May 26, 2024

How to Use an Auburn Instruments PID Controller

Terminology To Fire the Kiln Display When running, the top number is the measured temperature (in Fahrenheit), and the bottom is the set value (the temperature the kiln tries to reach). Cone Firing Table for Auburn Instruments Kilns Cooling will… View Article

May 26, 2024

Basic Pottery and Ceramic Kiln Firing

Vocabulary What is happening to the clay during a Bisque Fire? What is happening to the clay during a Glaze Fire?  Before Firing: Maintenance and Troubleshooting Unloading the Kiln and Post-Firing Cleanup Before You Begin Unloading the Kiln Open the… View Article

May 24, 2024

Notes on TIG Welding Aluminium

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