Get to Know Scott Bouwens: Inventor of Bearfoot Tools by Studio Pro

Have you ever seen something so inventive or ingenious that you said “Not only do I have to have this, but I must meet the person responsible for it!”? That’s what a lot of lampworkers are saying these days about the Bearfoot Tools by Studio Pro Line and here is your chance to get the …

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Who’s Ready for the Glass Craft & Bead Expo

What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, right? Wrong! You can throw that old adage out the window when it comes to the Glass Craft & Bead Expo. Who wouldn’t want to share all of the new and exciting products and techniques found here? For those who have never been to or never heard of …

The Electric Mandrel Spinner – A Cure for the Common Lampworker’s Fatigue

Hey there lampworkers, we love your work and we know you love working with the torch! But let’s face it “love hurts!” Long hours in the flame can result in a lot of “ouchies” from carpal tunnel or general muscle fatigue. Well Dr. Lauren the Craft MD is here to help you feel all better! …

Weekend Project:Wiggles Glass Bead

Oh boy, St. Patrick’s Day is tomorrow! In a pinch to wear something green? Try making this cute little green guy! Wiggles the worm is sure to bring you some luck! Find the instructions for this funny little torch fired bead here and be sure to stop by our Creative Corner for more fun projects.

Torch Fired Bead Tips: Merging Rods

When you are toiling away all day making beautiful torch fired glass beads, sometimes you just don’t want to stop! That is until you find yourself working with the short end of the stick – or well, more likely working with the short end of the glass rod. We have all been there, you are using …

Weekender Project: Adorable Penguin Glass Bead

Still feeling that nip in the air? This fancy fella  just might warm your workspace and even melt your heart , afterall he is made with a torch! This Emperor Penguin bead would make a great focal bead on earrings, bracelets and necklaces. The instructions for this adorable penguin glass bead can be found here or in our …

3 Ways to Make an “Oops” Work When Making Glass Beads

Trust me, I am no stranger to making mistakes and flubbing glass beads when I am torch firing, the fact that I am still a beginner and I am very impatient probably has a lot to do with this. I have learned, however, to embrace, cover up and or learn from my little mistakes. Embrace your …

Weekender Project: Rudolph Glass Bead

Eight tiny reindeer are great, but they can’t guide Santa’s sleigh on a foggy night. Make Rudolph with his shiny red nose in bead form with just  a few lampworking tools and glass rods! Hey if you’re a fan of the black nosed variety, you can make Comet or Blitzen too! A couple of these make …

Little Tips for Lampworking with Tools

We all know that lampworking isn't for everyone, but if you dare play with fire make sure you follow these tips for using tools.  Okay this first one is obvious, but always always always use bead release on your mandrels – if you aren’t new to lampworking, this one is super obvious, but for you newbies – glass …

Weekender Project: Wine Glass Markers

Don’t you just hate it when you pick up the wrong glass and take a sip, only to find out that wasn’t the red (or white) you were formerly indulging in? C’mon, I know I’m not the first one that has happened to and I certainly will not be the last.Wine glass markers aren’t uncommon …