For centuries German glass artists have made lasting contributions to the techniques and materials used by those who shape glass in the flame. Whether you’re talking soft glass, boro, or somewhere in between, there is a person in Germany coming up with a novel way of doing things or improving on an old design, probably even right now as you… read more →
Simax glass is a high quality borosilicate glass whose main forming ingredients are silica and boron. What makes borosilicate unique is its high heat resistance with a low thermal expansion of 33 COE. This type of glass was created in the 19th century by a German glassmaker’s son named, Otto Schott. Otto Schott studied chemistry, mineralogy and physics in the… read more →
Necessary Glassblowing Supplies Glass blowing can be a very dangerous process if performed without the necessary skills, tools, and safety measures. This is because the process involves the glass being heated to high temperatures and then molding it carefully into place. Taking proper care while blowing and using adequate glass blowing supplies is of crucial importance to efficiently complete the… read more →