Author: Alison Foshee
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Large Round Box
Reusable mold by Colour de Verre, Large Round Box (020002) “There is plenty of room for creativity with this design. Fill the mold with frit, sheet glass, or a combination…
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Monstera Leaf
Reusable mold by Colour de Verre, Monstera Leaf (020013) “Visit any place tropical and you will see monstera plants climbing up trees so their huge leaves can drink in the…
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Northwoods Maple Leaf
Reusable mold by Colour de Verre, Northwoods Maple Leaf (020006) “If you are looking to create a quick house gift for a friend, this design is for you. Create an…
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Offset Pendants
Reusable mold by Colour de Verre, Offset Pendants (020008) “The Offset Square Pendants and Offset Round Pendants can be filled in a multitude of ways creating everything from simple, everyday…
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Pillow Pendants
Reusable mold by Colour de Verre, Pillow Pendants (020007) “Colour de Verre’s Pillow Pendants leave plenty of room for creativity and customization. Results can be simple and understated or elegant.”…
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Simple Round Beads
Classic, flexible and modular jewelry design pieces, (020009 & 020023) “Our Bead designs are contemporary, fashionable, and practical. They are easy-to make and great-to-give since the recipientcan further customize the…
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Snowflakes
Reusable mold by Colour de Verre, Snowflakes (020012, 020018, 020019) “Our Snowflakes designs produce light and delicate snowflakes that celebrate the austere beauty of winter. They can be hung most…
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Tricks of the Trade
Advice directly from Colour de Verre on how to be successful and have fun using their molds. Tips include information on using Zyp spray, firing the mold, cleanup, and more.
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Box Basics
In depth discussion on casting Colour de Verre box forms with multiple components “This project sheet provides the reader with all the basics – fill weights, schedules, and techniques –…
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Boron Nitride Lubricant Aerosol
How to use Zyp spray separator with Colour de Verre Molds “ZYP BN Lubricoat Aerosol (formerly MR-97) is a boron nitride (“BN”) spray. When applied to Colour de Verre molds,…
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Fill Weight Chart
Take some of the guesswork out of molds with these suggested fill weights from Colour de Verre “These weights are a suggested starting point. You may find that you like…
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Idealized Firing Graph
The eight firing stages shown on a time/temperature firing graph. The Goals of a Firing Schedule Understanding the behavior of glass within different temperature ranges allows you to create a…