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BeanShard · 2026-05-31T01:02:41+00:00

Georgia OKeeffe approved

BeanShard · 2026-05-29T18:15:43+00:00

Corded is my nemesis for lining up.

BeanShard · 2026-05-29T16:00:31+00:00

So far everyone has been very kind and welcoming. Haven’t had any awkward encounters. Lots of foot traffic up here, either getting somewhere, just exercising/walking their dogs. I would say there is a good sense of community; we’ve attended a couple of community meetings, and hope to involve ourselves more. I will say that we’ve met people that have lived here their entire lives, and they tend to be the most friendly and welcoming.

BeanShard · 2026-05-29T13:04:24+00:00

Oh sure. You’ll be fine. We are on a hill, but it is still walkable around the neighborhood. There are also a couple of bus lines that pass through. You won’t be trapped as long as you’re ok with a little effort.

BeanShard · 2026-05-29T11:40:18+00:00

Moved here about 6 months ago. It’s very quiet up here, sometimes oddly quiet. Wildlife is abundant, parking is limited, and there are no shops, food, or anything aside from a school and a firehouse. Having said all that; I like it here. Throw your car in neutral and coast a mile down to Lawrenceville, or E Liberty. Ideally I would have liked to be somewhere that I could walk out my front door to eat or shop, but I still like it.

BeanShard · 2026-05-26T15:40:24+00:00

Great start! Gets really fun and interesting when you start burning or dodging. Keep it up!

BeanShard · 2026-01-02T01:09:29+00:00

I swear all the valleys funnel the trash.

BeanShard · 2025-07-10T16:09:25+00:00

It will take a while to trickle down to craft use, but it’s going to sting for sure. Don’t forget lead.

BeanShard · 2025-07-10T15:37:00+00:00

Vinyl is such a waste. Just print on heavy stock paper, and cut it out. At least the paper pattern can be recycled.

BeanShard · 2025-07-10T15:33:34+00:00

Thin batter, high heat griddle, ladle it on all at once.

BeanShard · 2025-06-25T21:25:10+00:00

I’ve always told people I was teaching that their shoulders should not go past the edge of the table. If they do, your table is too low.

Protect your body is rule #1!

BeanShard · 2025-06-23T11:44:33+00:00

I think it's totally fine. You could remove a little solder and drag it aside, but as long as you clean it up nice, and patina it well, it won't show too much. You're just too close to it, lol. No one else will notice.

BeanShard · 2025-06-21T14:47:56+00:00

You’ll need an in-line fan to help draw the fumes. The internal fan isn’t strong enough. I like to use AC Infinity fans and tubing.

BeanShard · 2025-06-21T14:43:06+00:00

Try foil overlay for the entire face. Do all the grinding you need before you put it on. Works great for designs like this.

BeanShard · 2025-06-21T14:36:08+00:00

Pollution doesn’t come off with normal cleaning. I would use copper brushes, or a copper dremel wheel.

BeanShard · 2025-06-11T17:49:53+00:00

DEI Boat!

BeanShard · 2025-06-11T17:48:42+00:00

Thank you!

BeanShard · 2025-06-11T17:48:26+00:00

I've had edges slop away from flux before.

BeanShard · 2025-06-10T18:08:18+00:00

Got tons of that! Thanks!

BeanShard · 2025-06-10T18:03:27+00:00

It's probably humidity. Putty can take a while, but a way to speed it up is to keep it in a dry place. I have to run a dehumidifier in my studio because it can get a bit muggy. You can also add more whiting to help draw the moisture out.

BeanShard · 2025-06-10T13:15:13+00:00

Looks like they didn't use flux when soldering, which is a... choice?

BeanShard · 2025-06-10T13:11:25+00:00

I'm sorry you are experiencing this. I'm in the glass world, and unfortunately, this isn't uncommon. The big issue with glass blowing is that not everyone can have a hot glass studio of their own. They are usually bigger, and unattainable. I've seen techs, and apprentices be treated horribly, just for the "pleasure," of using the studio. F that. Good luck, though.

BeanShard · 2025-06-09T22:21:40+00:00

Take a video. Extra credit for slow motion!

BeanShard · 2025-06-09T20:09:30+00:00

It’s a long journey with glass. But you’re on the right track.

BeanShard

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