Make a fused glass heart with me using a stainless steel cookie cutter. Like and subscribe please x

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

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[@Bob-Is-A-PotterNow]

I recently had the good fortune to meet a glassblower who's been willing to give me his COE96 scrap (a full 5 gallon bucket, about 50 pounds), so melting his scrap to begin my own projects is really helping to keep some costs down. Plus, every piece is unique due to the mixed colors in his scrap bucket. I do sort by size (3D printed sifters) and a rough color sort into ROYGBIV as well, but there's a lot of blending happening when I melt and cast pieces.😊

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

That's amazing!!!

[@shhhon]

Great idea! Will keep my eyes out for a glass blower connection

[@calmingfx]

How does the metal not make the microwave go crazy?

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

The metal is contained within the kiln so it can't arc the microwave . So many options with cookie cutters .

[@carolineb7010]

I have just been given a MKW kiln from my hubby. I have two ‘big girl’ kilns, as you call them, and am pretty good (lucky) at running schedules. My question for you is how long does your kiln take to cool down from this full fuse heart. I still have to purchase a microwave to run some tests, but am curious about the number of hours I’ll be waiting for the anneal and cool down. Your video tutorial is the first I’ve watched…thank you for taking the time to explain each and every step, I really appreciate the time and your expertise! Cheers

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Hi, all of the MWKs are different but I'd say roughly 5 hours to cool fully. I tend to leave mine until it is completely cool. The difference really is the annealing as we can't control that. Also with the larger pieces like these hearts, it's best to cover the hole with a tile or hiln shelf to help slow the cooling down. Hope that helps x

[@carolineb902]

It totally helps!! Thanks for taking the time to respond. I’m looking forward to playing with my new kiln, now that you’ve given me the courage to ‘go for it’! Cheers! @@corrinethorneglassartist

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

@@carolineb902 that's great!! If you're not already on there, join Microwave Kiln Fusing Fanatics on Facebook. It's a fabulous group with loads of info and ask as many questions as you have. Happy fusing! X

[@carolineb902]

@@corrinethorneglassartist I’ve joined the group…thank you so much!

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

@@carolineb902 you're so welcome

[@lisasilvershein8191]

I would l❤ to see the framed heart with the baby’s name/birthdate. It’s a brilliant idea!

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Thank you so much for watching. I have the baby, name, birthday and weight on the frame too.

[@Bob-Is-A-PotterNow]

Cookie Cutters! Yes! Inspired.😁 I've used stainless steel springform cake pans, but I never thought of cookie cutters, which I use all the time to shape clay; using them for casting glass is an excellent idea. Thanks!🤩

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

You're so welcome! Happy fusing x

[@kristibbradshaw]

I love the bubbles in the clear glass.

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

I do too, you can't control them using the technique I use but they really add to the piece. Thank you so much for watching x

[@kristibbradshaw]

@@corrinethorneglassartist you are so welcome.

[@elainefeather9465]

Thank you , I really enjoyed watching you create the beautiful heart , and enjoyed listening to your chatter just as much too !😊

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Thank you so so much x

[@Jacki_MN_FL]

New fuser here. Thank you so much for the step by step process. Can't wait to try it!

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Hi, you're welcome. Thank you so much for watching. I also have a tutorial on here showing microwave kiln fusing from the start of your using one x

[@chrissya9539]

I was giggling with you. Thanks for making it fun for a newbie. Blessing darlin.

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Thank you so much for watching. I can't stop saying what comes into my head haha x

[@user-pe8cu1vs6d]

Thank you so much for this tutorial-I learned so much. I have a question about the fiber paper: what thickness do you use? I am going to order these supplies from warmglass: could you please specify what fiber paper you use and what thinfire-I am new to this, it will be my first time and I am going to follow your tutorial for my first project ever. Thank you so very much for your time and for your tutorials-I just "discovered you" and I am delighted and grateful.

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Hi, sorry for the delay in replying. The fiber paper is 1mm thick but you can get it in other thicknesses. The paper is called bullseye thinfire. They do it in sheets which is the most economical. Hope that helps. Thank you for watching x

[@denisestover2416]

Hi! The inside point of the heart is called a cusp. 😃

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

THANK YOU!! You've answered my question.

[@heathermau1752]

Thank you for your tutorial

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Thank you so much for watching. X

[@lizziehal6830]

Wonderful video. I always thought metal can not go into a microwave. Can you explain this more and could I use any metal? And how how about putting in a steel bail for a pendant? Thanks

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Thank you for watching. You can place, real silver foil, brass sheet, copper and steel in the microwave kiln. They are protected within the kiln. Silver, copper and brass go in your glass as an inclusion, you can get different effects. The steel has to be stall less steel, not galvanised as that gives off toxic fumes. The steel has to be lined to be used with glass as a mould x

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

I also have a video on here that shows using sterling silver dust from my jewellery making, in the kiln with glass.

[@leeannguthrie5407]

Could always bust your glass up a little more and would make it much easier. Add the smaller pieces then add you're frit. Very neat though. In glad to stumble upon your videos.

[@johnkunze5362]

You can add ceramic fiber around the kiln and fix with heat resistant tape (3d printer base) to keep it cooler in the oven and keep its heat outside.🤗😇

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Great top, thank you.

[@ItsVick]

Nice video! I have never had any issues not wrapping with fiber paper. I only use thin fire paper to line the cutter.

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

That's great. I've just always done it with both as that's how I first tried it about 15yrs ago. If something works I don't tinker haha

[@johnkunze5362]

I'm going to try mica powder to make lettering inside. Thanks🙏

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Fabulous idea. I'd love to see how that looks.

[@tinysmallfryskitchen8610]

I love my neo lilac on slate grey.

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

It's such a beautiful and versatile colour

[@susiegentry1199]

Thanks for the video! Well done and I appreciate the schedules too!

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

@@susiegentry1199 you're so welcome

[@morningflowerB]

Very pretty 💗

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Thank you x

[@maryturcio2236]

Some good tips 👍🏻

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Thank you 😊

[@joanmaro3297]

Thanks for sharing!

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

You're welcome. Thank you for watching x

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

If you keep watching after I say Bye, there's some grinding going on.

[@MargaretB-im7ts]

Love you!!

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Oh my gosh, thank you so much! I'm trying to build my confidence in doing more trials and that's such A lovely comment x

[@cathmaguire7887]

Great video, thanks

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

I'm so glad you like it. X

[@johnkunze5362]

Infrared temp guns are GREAT!!! I use a high temp version up to 1600c (through the hole!).

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

That's a brilliant idea thank you

[@raineytanner7748]

Can you microwave the metal cookie cutter without ruining the microwave?

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Hi, you can as it's all contained within the kiln. It has to be stainless steel. You can also use copper and other metals in your glass. Search inclusions in glass :) x

[@rtebbenham]

Great video. Thank you for taking the time to make it. Where did you get the "work top" with the grinding and polishing wheels ?

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

It's a gastar grinder from warm glass of you are in the UK. Thank you so much for watching x

[@glassjackbuls]

Very informed video,

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Thank you x

[@tonslamb]

Where did you get your tiny spoon. I have been looking but can't find one as small as that

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

I bought them from eBay, they're keyrings or charms x

[@elizabethwatson71]

If you do another, think about adding a TAD bit, literally just a few pinches, of a tangerine orange. Think like a sherbert. It’s just a little contrast. The top of the heart, is the “humps”

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

This one was a commission so they chose their colours. But yes would look lovely x

[@melindaeash7192]

I thought you couldn't put metal in a microwave. Does the kiln make that possible? Love this video. You explain well.

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Thank you so much. The metal is contained in the kiln so no problem to use it x

[@amitayitzhak]

Why don't you use glue to stick the papers into the heart

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Hi, part way through I think I said I could do but seem to like making more work for myself haha.

[@Jennifer-wg5vg]

Do you make your own “frit” if that’s what it’s called? Or do you buy it?

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Hi, I tend to buy frit, however I have so much scrap clear I always use that for the base. Thank you for watching it x

[@rg-yp3bj]

I didn't know those "spoons" were still around, lol.

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Haha, I have 2 different sizes 😂

[@johnkunze5362]

The heart as shown is actually the "female" anatomy 🤫. Thus the "cusp" is really the 😵😅😅😅. See origin of the symbol ❤️.

[@corrinethorneglassartist]

Thank you!! I have learnt something today haha x