Flights of fancy; Nikii Blanchard mixes high-tech with high temperatures, creating beads with kilns, torches, and computer graphics

Article Abstract:

Artist Nikki Blanchard creates a wide variety of vibrant beads that she fires in her kiln. Blanchard first began making beads while enrolled in a course on stained glassmaking.

Connecticut, Works, Artisans, Blanchard, Nikki

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Engraved enamel beads

Article Abstract:

Step-by-step instructions are presented for using glass, enamels and acid to create beads with antiqued effects. The project requires intermediate level skills.

Methods, Jewelry making

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A beadmaker's workshop

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A complete guide to the equipment needed for lampworking glass beads is provided, including hothead torching and minor burner torching.

Equipment and supplies, Beadwork

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