r/glassblowing

Obviously you can kick my arse out at your whim, but I frankly do not know of a place to get more informed information.

Ill keep it real short and sweet...bought a Dunlop Tempered Glass slide for my guitar, and I want to etch my name into it as engraving it would likely shatter it. Would something like Armour Etch be sufficient? or that only good for basic "low quality" craft-like glass.

Thanks and y'all do awesome work, glassblowing is truly an artform.

Hello glass artists! How do you all organize your frit/powder/rod so it is easy to access and not an eyesore? Trying to get some ideas for my studio.

Due to the absolute flood of karma farming posts we have had recently, we have a new rule:

4. Original content only

Reposting other's content is an automatic ban. the only exceptions are if you are asking a technical question about a piece or are sharing other's work that you have in your personal collection. Other's works may be included in commission requests ONLY if you have already reached out to the original artist and they have declined or been unreachable.

Please everyone if you suspect a post is stolen content, use a reverse image search to try finding the original and use the report feature so the mods can take the stolen post down ASAP and ban the karma farmers and bots.

5. No low effort custom requests

Commission requests must include, at a minimum: * A thorough description of the piece, including size * A sketch of the piece (Al posts are acceptable for this purpose only) or reference photos from multiple artists showing features in their work you are inspired by. If you want a direct copy, contact the original artist. * The quantity you are wanting to purchase * A rough estimate of your budget. If you don't know what something should cost, just give a range you are hoping for.

6. No price fear mongering

Let people decide for themselves what something is worth. Do not respond to questions about cost with claims that something would be too expensive. Either don't respond or give a good faith estimate of what the cost would be.

Hello and I apologize if this isn't the right forum but thought I'd have luck here. I have a whiskey bottle that I'd like to convert into an incense burner. I was going to drill 2 holes into the bottom for airflow. I bought glass drill bits but wanted to ask if anyone has tips for the drill to not slip off the glass when first getting it started. My fear is it's going to slip and damage or break the bottle. The whiskey was a limited edition and I wouldn't be able to find another bottle like it. Any advice or tips and tricks would be appreciated. Thanks for reading.

Good morning, I have had a growing interest to learn neon glass bending. A family member of mine used to make signs but passed away when I was too young to learn. Is there anybody in the metro Atlanta area that might be interested in sharing some tips and maybe offer a shop tour? Thank you in advance - George

Hey everyone!
So I’m very new at this but I’m in the process of trying to create my own line of glassware that the vintage version of these things are hot! I have someone who is basically my graphic designer to help put my thoughts onto paper, but need someone who can make the mold and blow the glass.

Granted, I’ve been a buyer this whole time for my own collection so I’m not exactly sure what all I need. I would prefer the people who make the mold can also blow the glass but not a necessity. I’d appreciate anyone reaching out with pricing and every else involved. I’m in the process of making a business plan as I do have an investor on standby just waiting for numbers. Thank you everyone in advance!

Looking for someone who can do a sunflower implosion pendant with some of my mother's ashes added in. Please let me know if possible and what pricing looks like. Thanks in advance