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Check out this clip from the dvd. How to make a starburst murrini, from soft glass, shown below.

My instructional DVD is finally complete and ready to go!! I've listed probably more than you ever wanted to know about it below. The DVD is $40 plus $3.50 shipping U.S. Total amount: $43.50 . (International shipping to be determined.) I accept PayPal, user id: wildfirebeads@aol.com Other payment options available if you prefer. Please pop me an email if you have any questions.

"All Fired Up." was sponsored by Carlisle School of Glass, and produced by Glassworks Video Productions. It is 46 minutes long.

The projects are on a beginner/intermediate level, but previous lampwork experience is recommended. Each chapter begins with a materials list. All of the projects are made from borosilicate, with one exception. There is one bead made from 104 soft glass. A few projects shown to the right.

The DVD features clear narration with the following projects:

** Using a rod of Glass Alchemy Amazon Night, I test my torch for neutral and reducing flame settings.

** Three encased beads are wrapped on a single mandrel. I shape the "Crocodile Tears" then flame strike the boro color.

** Dot placement and color layers are combined in the next bead. A clear encasement enhances the design.

** Soft glass (COE 104) is shown for the "Kimono" bead. There are step-by-step instructions for building a starburst cane and a multi-color twisty. After winding the base bead, I apply several twisties, shape with a crunch tool, and apply starburst chips.

** The wine stopper topper has a long slender boro base with frit. I use a marver to form a shape that combines asymmetry with balance.

** The freeform "Amoeba Disc" is made off mandrel. A reamer tool is used to form the oversized hole.

If you are interested in purchasing Wildfire beads, I would love to visit with you at any of the shows listed on my home page. I offer a variety of designs and options at these venues for immediate purchase.

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I am unable to accept custom bead orders at this time.