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Article · Beach Art Glass
What is Lampwork and How Are Lampwork Beads Made?
- Type
- Article
- Level
- Beginner
- Price
- Free
- Published
- 2023
About this lesson
An overview of lampworking equipment (torch, mandrels, safety gear) and the full production workflow for a bead, from melting rods in the flame through decorating, slow annealing in a kiln, and finishing by reaming and frosting.
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