Glass sizes when slumping?
by Joanne
(USA)
I am trying to slump glass, and wanted to ask about the glass size on a mold. Should it be smaller than the mold when you cut it?
I have just only really started working with glass recently. Your work is really inspiring, and your techniques and tips really helpful, but also makes me see how little I can do at the moment.
thank you, Joanne
Milly's answer:
Yes, good question. Cut the glass just a little bit - 2-3mm - smaller than the mould. If you were to cut it bigger than the mould, it would fold over the mould in the slump, giving your bowl (or whatever) a lip. This could be OK, but not if you can't separate the glass from the mold.
Let me know if I haven't made it clear - words are quite difficult for explaining sometimes.
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Good luck with your stained glass projects.
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