Mar 22, 2016
- Hey you !!
This episode is a continuation of the series "So you want to be a glass blower"
this is is a general overview of getting setup and just my opinion and recommendations. That being said make sure you take all of these areas into consideration when it comes to purchasing your equipment and setting up your studio. Throughout this series I'll be getting into more detail about each topic. Use the links in the notes to view the items and don't forget to use the code WYZGUY at check out to save an additional 5% off on the starter kits.
Five ways to set yourself up for under $2000.00
- Books. 70.00. Contemporary lampworking http://www.mountainglass.com/Contemporary-Lampworking-Volume-1-2-by-Bandhu-S-Dunham.html#.VvFVqEX3anM
- Studio bench and ventilation-shelving and bins 150.00Fan. http://m.lowes.com/pd/MaxxAir-20-in-3-Speed-Air-Circulator-Fan/50331097?cm_mmc=SCE_PLA_ONLY-_-SeasonalLiving-_-SosCooling-_-50331097:MaxxAir&CAWELAID=320011480004459743&kpid=50331097&CAGPSPN=pla&k_clickID=fe4a29f6-92db-4df7-9a60-d2de40d59a85
- Starter kit-550.00. http://www.mountainglass.com/National-6B-Torch-Starter-Kit-1.html#.VvFVWEX3anM National 3b tools comfit hoses regulators tools needed to get started and a couple other basic accessories this is a great way to get a torch to get some heat going
- Kiln-600.00 chili pepper portable lightweight kill him that runs on 110 and ideal for learning small items from the beginning http://www.mountainglass.com/Jen-Ken-AF3-Digital-Chilipepper-Kiln-ON-SALE-550-Reg-675.html#.VvFVI0X3anM
- Glass- sample pack Color. Bag of shorts 50.00. http://www.mountainglass.com/Northstar-5-lb-Bag-of-Shorts.html?sc=2&category=11127#.VvFU3UX3anMGreat affordable way to learn variation of colors Clear 50.00 various sizes of rod and tubing http://www.mountainglass.com/50-Clear-Boro-Beginner-Kit_2.html?sc=2&category=11127#.VvFU_EX3anM