7 Days of Fused Glass Ornaments 2023. Day 1: Pieced Snowflakes

Fused glass snowflakes made primarily from assorted, transparent scrap glass.
Full Fuse
Segment Rate Process Hold
1 400 1250 30
2 600 1480 10
3 999 900 60
4 150 700 end

[@donnadavis1284]

Beautiful snowflakes. Thanks for sharing how you do them. Very tedious, huh? But end result well worth it.

[@KathyFitz1113]

Thank you! Yes, a bit tedious but also quite relaxing, and the results are amazing.

[@rtd217]

I love the snowflakes. Thanks for sharing! Why do you use fiber paper vs Papyrus or Thin Fire?

[@KathyFitz1113]

Thank you!
I’m just trying it out, my favorite is actually Papyrus. I love the finish and I’m able to reuse it if I’m really careful.

[@KathyFitz1113]

At this point I don’t use either as I’ve discovered Zyp Spray (Boron Nitrate). 😊 It’s also expensive but I get several firings from each application and there is less waste.

[@AnnetteRintelmann]

Those are so cute.Nice work!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@KathyFitz1113]

Thank you! :)

[@nygrl6102]

Strips are 1/4"? Type of glue you are using?

[@KathyFitz1113]

Yes, the strips are 1/4”, give or take. ;)
I’m using glasstac gel to assemble these but have been known to use cheap dollar store hairspray. (Currently Suave Max Hold)

[@AnnetteRintelmann]

Can you use that fiber paper over and over?

[@KathyFitz1113]

It deteriorates with each firing, but as long as you’re careful you can use it a few times.

[@rtd217]

🎉I had to come back and watch again and then I ordered a protractor. It is really hard to make a symmetrical flake without one. I have several wonky ones to prove it! I love this series of videos!

[@KathyFitz1113]

@@rtd217 yes, a protractor is a must. 😉 I’m so glad you’re enjoying them!