Blowing Glass Pipes | Glass Blowing | Gandalf Pipe | Glassblowing Pipe

Get ready for an epic journey into the magical realm of lampworking! In today's video, we're crafting a piece of art that even Gandalf himself would be proud to own - the legendary Gandalf Pipe.
Prepare to be enchanted as we guide you step-by-step through the process, transforming a simple piece of glass into a majestic pipe that's nothing short of a masterpiece. Whether you're a seasoned glass blower or a curious beginner, this tutorial promises a captivating experience that transcends the ordinary.
But the adventure doesn't stop here. By supporting us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/fusingshop, you can unlock exclusive content, behind-the-scenes sneak peeks, and become part of a community of glass art enthusiasts like yourself.
So, are you ready to create your very own Gandalf Pipe? Join us in this spellbinding journey of creativity and craftsmanship. Let's make magic together!
0:00 - Intro
1:24 - Attaching a hot seal punty
2:26 - Heating and shaping the pipe
5:18 - Popping the bowl hole and pushing the bowl
8:29 - Popping the carb
9:21 - Detaching the glass pipe and shaping the mouthpiece
11:20 - Finished piece
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[@Havistatum]

I’ve been a lamp worker for 20 years…nice pipe, good work brother

[@FusingShop]

Thanks 👍! I love working with glass. There's nothing quite like it. All the best! Sim

[@arowe231]

Great video. Love that blue nice piece.

[@FusingShop]

Thanks Arowe! Blue glass is the best. I heard from another glass blower that if you want to sell your pieces, either make them move or make them with blue glass. All the best! Sim

[@SuperJeff707]

Thanks for a great video again sim

[@FusingShop]

Thanks J H!

[@coreymasoy7034]

Great piece 🔥💯👍

[@dudders___1684]

I’ll be able to do something like this one day. Awesome to watch and good job man

[@FusingShop]

Dudders! Thanks for your comment. Keep practicing =).

[@nechamawoitovich8553]

I think this is my favorite pipe so far. Besides for the pink one of course

[@FusingShop]

They're so fun to make! Next time I'll make a pink one for you

[@jeremymuniak4897]

Awesome video! I'd love to know if that goes into an annealer or what the process is from there? I have a hard time understanding why some pieces need to get a kiln cool down and others seem cooled off to the point you could walk away and use it... Thanks!

[@WonkyDonkeyGlass]

take my like lol its been awhile since ive heard that dad joke lol

[@FusingShop]

Hey WonkyDonkey! First off, I love your name! Next, thanks for the comment and I feel it's my right as a father to give over as many dad jokes I can. Where are you from? Do you have your own studio?

[@WonkyDonkeyGlass]

@@FusingShop Thank you very much I appreciate the compliment, I love now in southern Texas on the Gulf but and originally from Minnesota. Gotta teach them young lol

[@kenlane6655]

My torch arrives at the end of the month and I have to give this a go. I see fail in my horoscope, but I'll be back trying..hehe. Great work sir.

[@FusingShop]

Looking forward Ken! All the best, Sim

[@lyndacraig7528]

I loved watching the video…couldn’t wait til I got home so watched it at work. Lol Please let me know if I can purchase this from you!!!

[@FusingShop]

Lol, that's awesome! I can send you the one from the video. If you're in the US, send me your address, [e-mail]

[@fromfattofitinswampyfl1098]

Love the joke! Love the video!

[@FusingShop]

Thanks! I love your name btw.

[@MIRLZY]

Damn I need one of these

[@FusingShop]

Yeah, these are super fun to use. All the best! Sim

[@michaelmccown6857]

Awesome! I’m definitely gonna try making one of those. Wish me luck! Lol my solid work is awesome but my hollow work is work in progress

[@FusingShop]

Hey Mike! Definitely send some pics of your results. It's so fun to see how other glassblowers' pieces turn out.

[@MyFamilyJAKEE]

Ok I’m just gonna put it out there I’m 45 and I been smoking for umm 4th grade was the first time that I may a conscious decision to smoke. But knowing my parents I have been smoking since I was in the womb! Until I stumbled across this video trying to find out the best way to use a glass taster I had no idea why they called it blowing glass 😢 wow and I call myself a pothead!!! Either way I took a couple rips off the taster while you tube played I looked up just in time too see you put the tray on the taster! I was hooked I watched all the way to the end of the Gandolph pipe. Not sure i even blinked FR! I’m enthralled I gotta fucking do this that’s all I know.! And bro thanks you rock! Great tutelage fine craftsmanship

[@FusingShop]

Hey! Thanks so much for the kind comment. It's awesome when people let me know that they find my videos interesting and helpful. The first time I saw a concentrate taster was a year ago when my friend brought one over. Before that, I never knew that type of smoking pipe existed. It's crazy how much the smoking industry has changed and the smoking devices have gotten so advanced. All the best! Sim

[@howlsfire69]

Would this shape work in a smaller scale say maybe half the length of this? Interesting thought will definitely try this method to make my next Sherlock!

[@FusingShop]

Hi Emiliano! Yes you can definitely make this smaller if you want. I love the look of the long pipe. Send a photo when you make it, [e-mail]

[@kylotode4429]

Your channel has been really informative, thank you for what you do. Ive yet to get into the practice, but i have a cart full of everything i need, just waiting to pull the trigger. When attaching a blow tube, does the thickness matter? As in, if im using heavy wall tubing for a piece, should the blow tube also be heavy wall, or will any thickness serve the purpose?

[@FusingShop]

Hey Kylotode! Thank you for your kind words. To answer your question, yes the thickness matters. You want that seal between the two pieces to be even and smooth. If the glass is too thick or thin, it will stress the glass and can lead to cracks or the piece shattering. Looking forward to seeing your work when you're up and running.

[@jglassworks5863]

awesome!

[@FusingShop]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@jglassworks5863]

@@FusingShop Cheers Bud!

[@kenlane6655]

Hey mate, where can I pick up blow hose and bits and pieces from?

[@FusingShop]

Hello! Mountainglass.com They have everything you need to get started. Nice people too. Sim

[@wyomingblownglass]

Hi Great videos I am hoping maybe you could help me out a little :) About how many hours of run time do you get out of a full K tank of oxy

[@FusingShop]

Hello WBG! I wish I had the answer to your question. The truth is that I use an oxygen concentrator to refill my K tanks when they get down to 500 so I never use the whole tank. Maybe someone else can chime in here with more information. One thing I can tell you is that when I give lessons and have two people working for about 3 hours, they can use 500 on my tank. I would guess if your tank was full, 2,000, then you could get about 20 hours of oxygen give or take.

[@wyomingblownglass]

@@FusingShop Thanks That was actually very helpful I am using a much smaller torch and not getting half that time I must have an issue I need to check into Thanks again

[@kenlane6655]

dumb question two, why is it wrong to make those thin glass stringers...dangerous??

[@FusingShop]

Definitely dangerous. The thinner you pull the glass, the weaker it becomes. This often means it's so thin it snaps into micro fragments which can get into your lungs. Plus thin glass can give you nasty, painful splinters. Hope this helps. Sim

[@MamaCaputosKitchen]

Do you sell those pipes I like to buy one

[@FusingShop]

Hello! Yes, you can buy pipes from my website: www.thefusingshop.com

[@arkfeldpro]

((Its the little things to know)) using a blowhose and swivel to keep 25mm tubing from collapsing in on itself. Duh. Thanks, needed that one for some reason it didn't land on my common sense pallet

[@FusingShop]

Hey Aslan! Thanks for the comment. Sometimes the simple things escape us, happens to me all the time =).