I just watched this again I love the bubbles. I'm still excited to see you do the vactube video. I'm so excited to see you design and make some. I just found a guy that said it took him 2 hours to make 1. It was a 50/75 I believe he called it. When someone asked if it was a 35/67 I believe. It was a dicro and 12 color rainbow. I have a picture I'll send you on ig. Thank you my friend for another great video. Always love from Upstate Ny to you and your family.
Thanks Keith, your comment made my day =). Send some pics of your art to yourock@thefusingshop.com and I'll post them in an upcoming video. My goal is to teach skills so that someone who has zero torch experience can make the piece. I'm going to be posting an easy one hitter video soon.
I just discovered your channel and it's awesome. It reminds me of Scott Rogers vids from years ago. I appreciate the projects that makes something cool in 15-20minutes.
Love the first vid I saw. I try to fix my “ tobacco pipe; but the problem I have is every time I’m done welding some thing together it cracks and splits and I try to keep heat to it but it’s not enough to keep it from cracking or splitting is it the glass or is it the operator
Hey Justin! Glassblowing takes a long time to get good at. The best way to keep the glass from cracking is to use gentle heat when introducing the glass into the flame. Make sure to keep the area you are working on hot or it can cause from thermal shock. Any type of defects also cause cracks such as uneven walls thickness, folds in the glass, air bubbles, poorly made seals, etc. Hope this helps!
I am a layman do not have the tools nor the incredible torch you have...and may times I am only recycling glass parts...you are much more skilled then I will ever be ...I have two things I have noticed ..one when joining two pieces I like to start with a corner and then roll them together. Helps me get a better join with out gaps . Two when joining two pieces , and maybe this is because I don't have the tools nor that torch but I found at a certain heat once glass is ...? Sweating ? A little wiggle really gets glass moving and can erase seams ...idk what do you think ....and yes I always think of glass as actually having 8 sides 2 top 2 bottom two left and 2 right as their is an inside as well as an out side .
Hey Lee! Thanks so much for the detailed comment. You can probably find a used torch on craigslist or eBay for not too much money. Your advice for joining two pieces of glass is very sound. Rolling them together is a great way to seal the two pieces. Getting the two pieces at the same temperature is important to make a good hot seal that will flow smoothly together. I agree 100% about the glass having 8 sides. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!
Hi David! Thanks for your comment. I used this type of material for my fan duct, www.homedepot.com/p/Master-Flow-8-in-x-5-ft-Beaded-Metal-Duct-Pipe-BDCP8X60/204143775?MERCH=REC-_-pipinstock-_-206199073-_-204143775-_-N
Again. Man. We won't call it common sense any further. We are going to call it self taught until You ( tube also) helped again..lol..the multiple blown bulbs has been an issue, and I don't know how many gathers I've done, or rings for that matter without thinking of the median in both to get multiple spheres in a tube or row. I am going to pause this demo, cuz I don't think I can sit through it without trailing off and missing the rest ..be back after...thanks for the stuff you don't KNOW your teaching as well as the rest..
Hey Aslan! Thank you for your kind words. I try my best to make clear and easy-to-follow videos. Let me know if you have any feedback for me. All the best! Sim
Awesome! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and skill set. Kinda hard finding some videos on stuff I can blow at home. Definitely going to give this a shot next.
Hey Lilmissme! Thanks for your kind comment. Send a photo to yourock@thefusingshop.com and I'll try to show your piece in one of my upcoming videos. All the best! Sim
Hey i want too start glass blowing did you use a kiln for this type of a piece ? Im going too buy a torch and im not sure if i need a kiln for these types of projects please help :)
Hey SHMG! Yes, you definitely need a kiln to anneal functional glass. As you work the glass it puts stress on the glass and if the glass is exposed to high temperatures it can crack or shatter. Always anneal your pieces to make sure they are stable.
Just found your channel and I’m new to this! What’s the best way to get started ? I’m in Maryland and I was thinking about possibly taking a class but really want to get a set up at my house eventually.
Hi Jimmy! Finding a teacher to work with you hands-on is the best way to get started. This way you can learn the basics and especially the safety part of working with glass. TH-cam is a great resource but it's not a substitute for working side by side with someone. We all try to cover as much as we can in our videos, but sometimes things are forgotten. Plus having someone right by you to guide you is invaluable.
BOUGHT SOME GLASS TUBES FROM A NEON SIGN MAKER. The tubes are clear. However when I put the torch to it and close the end to blow a herb bowl; the glass turns dark gray with a metallic shine to every place I used the torch. Is that safe to smoke out of? why would it change color like that? I have not added anything to it
Lol you gotta do what works. I bought a different lens for the GoPro but I still just tape it on because I don't want to spend more money on getting a DiddyClip. Bubblers are great for making the smoke more gentle and less harsh.
Love the video! I have found that a better order of operations is to 1 shape can 2 shape neck 3 attach together and bridge so you can puff out the seal so it’s even 4 pop hole attach stem pop carb and boom
Hey Sonic! You need oxygen and propane to run the torch. A torch can be a huge investment so it's important to know what you plan on making. Beads, marbles, and small pipes can all be made on a smaller torch.
Hi Krystal! Your best bet is to try to find a place around you that teaches lampworking. It's way better to learn with a physical teacher than by videos, especially if you're a beginner.
Hey RuRidas! I'd be happy to make you a sherlock-style bubbler. Are you located in the United States? If you could sign up for my Patreon page www.patreon.com/fusingshop that would be awesome.
Hey Brennan! Can you let me know what your budget is? Also, what types of pipes do you plan on making? Many small pipes do not require a huge torch. Onies, spoons, sherlocks, hammers, etc. can all be made with the inner fire of my GTT Mirage.
Hey Stu! Thanks so much for your question. We are people of faith and we accept all different beliefs. People are people and everyone has a soul and that is good enough for me.
Hello! Thank you for your kind words. Gloves are not needed for flameworking. Glass is a poor conductor of heat so you can hold the glass close to the flame and not feel any heat.
@@almightyrain Hello! Glass usually doesn't break when it's hot. I throw my hot scraps into a metal bucket filled with water and empty it every so often.
Can you help me get started? I am about to invest in a kit of some sort, but I want someone with experience to give me some insights before I do anything.
Hey Uncle! Sure I can help guide you with getting started. Your first step is to determine your budget for the equipment. The torch and kiln will be your biggest expenses. Let me know how much you want to spend and then we can find some good options for you. Also, what types of pieces are you planning on making?
I just watched this again I love the bubbles. I'm still excited to see you do the vactube video. I'm so excited to see you design and make some. I just found a guy that said it took him 2 hours to make 1. It was a 50/75 I believe he called it. When someone asked if it was a 35/67 I believe. It was a dicro and 12 color rainbow. I have a picture I'll send you on ig. Thank you my friend for another great video. Always love from Upstate Ny to you and your family.
16:27 ... Humble! But you really are talented and very good at this!
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great video ! i really enjoy these, they have definetly helped me progress my work
Thanks! Let me know if you want to see anything specific.
Love your work, thank you so much, I've been at for just about 5 monthes and hour responsible for alot of what I can do!
Thanks Keith, your comment made my day =). Send some pics of your art to yourock@thefusingshop.com and I'll post them in an upcoming video. My goal is to teach skills so that someone who has zero torch experience can make the piece. I'm going to be posting an easy one hitter video soon.
nice
Thanks Sky!
I just discovered your channel and it's awesome. It reminds me of Scott Rogers vids from years ago. I appreciate the projects that makes something cool in 15-20minutes.
Hi Matt and welcome! Yes, Scott Rogers channel was awesome. I try to keep my videos short and to the point with no unnecessary fluff.
lol how cold was it during vid? great tutorial by the way
Lol pretty cold but between my hat and the fire it was pretty comfortable. Also welcome to the channel!!
Us weed smokers really like long stem hate burning our lungs with pocket pipes , make a extention for it
Thanks for the feedback Chad! I'm always looking for useful guidance from smokers to make my pipes better. Let me know if you have any other ideas.
Sweet! Can you make a nectar collector ??
I haven't tried yet. Send me a link to what you have in mind.
Love the first vid I saw. I try to fix my “ tobacco pipe; but the problem I have is every time I’m done welding some thing together it cracks and splits and I try to keep heat to it but it’s not enough to keep it from cracking or splitting is it the glass or is it the operator
Hey Justin! Glassblowing takes a long time to get good at. The best way to keep the glass from cracking is to use gentle heat when introducing the glass into the flame. Make sure to keep the area you are working on hot or it can cause from thermal shock. Any type of defects also cause cracks such as uneven walls thickness, folds in the glass, air bubbles, poorly made seals, etc. Hope this helps!
👋 Hi everyone , I am from Cambodia 🇰🇭 .
ONE QUESTION , pls someone help me.
How and where could I buy those GLASS TUBE ?
www.mountainglass.com
I am a layman do not have the tools nor the incredible torch you have...and may times I am only recycling glass parts...you are much more skilled then I will ever be ...I have two things I have noticed ..one when joining two pieces I like to start with a corner and then roll them together. Helps me get a better join with out gaps . Two when joining two pieces , and maybe this is because I don't have the tools nor that torch but I found at a certain heat once glass is ...? Sweating ? A little wiggle really gets glass moving and can erase seams ...idk what do you think ....and yes I always think of glass as actually having 8 sides 2 top 2 bottom two left and 2 right as their is an inside as well as an out side .
Hey Lee! Thanks so much for the detailed comment. You can probably find a used torch on craigslist or eBay for not too much money. Your advice for joining two pieces of glass is very sound. Rolling them together is a great way to seal the two pieces. Getting the two pieces at the same temperature is important to make a good hot seal that will flow smoothly together. I agree 100% about the glass having 8 sides. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!
I have family from Edison so I hope next time I’m coming through that area, I hope I have a chance to stop in. Thanks for the tutorial.
Hey Blake! Cool! Let me know when you're in the area. Appreciate the comment
What type of material are you using for your ducting by the torch
Hi David! Thanks for your comment. I used this type of material for my fan duct, www.homedepot.com/p/Master-Flow-8-in-x-5-ft-Beaded-Metal-Duct-Pipe-BDCP8X60/204143775?MERCH=REC-_-pipinstock-_-206199073-_-204143775-_-N
Again.
Man. We won't call it common sense any further. We are going to call it self taught until You ( tube also) helped again..lol..the multiple blown bulbs has been an issue, and I don't know how many gathers I've done, or rings for that matter without thinking of the median in both to get multiple spheres in a tube or row. I am going to pause this demo, cuz I don't think I can sit through it without trailing off and missing the rest ..be back after...thanks for the stuff you don't KNOW your teaching as well as the rest..
Hey Aslan! Thank you for your kind words. I try my best to make clear and easy-to-follow videos. Let me know if you have any feedback for me. All the best! Sim
الي يدخن كرستال يطبك علئ صفحه 😂✋
Interesting comment, lol
Awesome! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and skill set. Kinda hard finding some videos on stuff I can blow at home. Definitely going to give this a shot next.
Hey Lilmissme! Thanks for your kind comment. Send a photo to yourock@thefusingshop.com and I'll try to show your piece in one of my upcoming videos. All the best! Sim
Hey i want too start glass blowing did you use a kiln for this type of a piece ? Im going too buy a torch and im not sure if i need a kiln for these types of projects please help :)
Hey SHMG! Yes, you definitely need a kiln to anneal functional glass. As you work the glass it puts stress on the glass and if the glass is exposed to high temperatures it can crack or shatter. Always anneal your pieces to make sure they are stable.
Just found your channel and I’m new to this! What’s the best way to get started ? I’m in Maryland and I was thinking about possibly taking a class but really want to get a set up at my house eventually.
Hi Jimmy! Finding a teacher to work with you hands-on is the best way to get started. This way you can learn the basics and especially the safety part of working with glass. TH-cam is a great resource but it's not a substitute for working side by side with someone. We all try to cover as much as we can in our videos, but sometimes things are forgotten. Plus having someone right by you to guide you is invaluable.
BOUGHT SOME GLASS TUBES FROM A NEON SIGN MAKER. The tubes are clear. However when I put the torch to it and close the end to blow a herb bowl; the glass turns dark gray with a metallic shine to every place I used the torch. Is that safe to smoke out of? why would it change color like that? I have not added anything to it
Hi Clifford! Did they tell you what kind of glass it is? You need to use borosilicate glass for any type of pipe making.
That’s definitely lead glass don’t use that most neon is still lead glass
These videos are so helpful. I just got a bethlehem alpha torch and been messing around with it for a few days
Thank you Spl_!
I love how he just tapped Sunglasses to his cam its so funny btw I never used a bubbler i would love to try it
Lol you gotta do what works. I bought a different lens for the GoPro but I still just tape it on because I don't want to spend more money on getting a DiddyClip. Bubblers are great for making the smoke more gentle and less harsh.
Reminds me of my grateful dead brother after work in the shop god bless you
Thanks Nicholas! All the best, Sim
Where can I buy that torch?
www.mountainglassarts.com
Love the video! I have found that a better order of operations is to
1 shape can
2 shape neck
3 attach together and bridge so you can puff out the seal so it’s even
4 pop hole attach stem pop carb and boom
Sounds good! There is no set order on making pieces. Do what works best for your workflow.
Great work and great video! So excited to start glass blowing
Thank you!
What type of torch/gas do I need to get to work with?
Hey Sonic! You need oxygen and propane to run the torch. A torch can be a huge investment so it's important to know what you plan on making. Beads, marbles, and small pipes can all be made on a smaller torch.
Good Job I love watching Glass Blowing one of my hobby....
So fun! Send some pics of your pieces to yourock@thefusingshop.com I love seeing what other people are making.
Price
Hello! For this little guy, $20.
I'm interested in learning how to blow glass
Hi Krystal! Your best bet is to try to find a place around you that teaches lampworking. It's way better to learn with a physical teacher than by videos, especially if you're a beginner.
alright where do i go to get that bubbler at?
Hey RuRidas! I'd be happy to make you a sherlock-style bubbler. Are you located in the United States? If you could sign up for my Patreon page www.patreon.com/fusingshop that would be awesome.
what torch do you recommend for making pipes
Hey Brennan! Can you let me know what your budget is? Also, what types of pipes do you plan on making? Many small pipes do not require a huge torch. Onies, spoons, sherlocks, hammers, etc. can all be made with the inner fire of my GTT Mirage.
$1500-$2000
@@brennanwitman9119 What types of pipes are you planning on making?
Q: Do you take your family to church on Sunday morning to worship Jesus?
Hey Stu! Thanks so much for your question. We are people of faith and we accept all different beliefs. People are people and everyone has a soul and that is good enough for me.
love your videos. hopefully next year i can start also with this amazing art.
Thanks Chucho! Can't wait to see what you make when you get started.
Did you ever start?
Sick ass videos bro!
Thanks Alex! Unfortunately, I won't be making any more until I get my oxygen concentrator up and running. Hopefully sometime this week.
you're one of a kind ,keep up the good work
kindly ,use more safety gear like gloves 🧤
Hello! Thank you for your kind words. Gloves are not needed for flameworking. Glass is a poor conductor of heat so you can hold the glass close to the flame and not feel any heat.
@@FusingShop you're absolutely right but what about broken hot glass ❓
@@almightyrain Hello! Glass usually doesn't break when it's hot. I throw my hot scraps into a metal bucket filled with water and empty it every so often.
Much Love
Same to you!
I absolutely love it!!
Thanks Tiffany!
I invite everyone to read coran
Can you help me get started? I am about to invest in a kit of some sort, but I want someone with experience to give me some insights before I do anything.
Hey Uncle! Sure I can help guide you with getting started. Your first step is to determine your budget for the equipment. The torch and kiln will be your biggest expenses. Let me know how much you want to spend and then we can find some good options for you. Also, what types of pieces are you planning on making?