Category: Glass

what is the process for making a cremation pendant?

The cost is $120 an hour and you can see what we have to offer. You must get about 1 tsp of ashes from the customer.  Find out what they are looking to spend and go from there. Any question you can call and talk with Jeff from Elev8 Premier Give us a call today! …

What are some basic essentials needed to starts glass blowing?

Patience torch exhaust glass gas Elev8 Premier offers the best way with our 1 on one classes

Why are rigs different sizes? Dose it affect the piece in any way?

Really this all comes down to the artist and the customer.  How much time goes into a piece will determine the cost to the customer.   The customer only has so  much money. Sometimes prep takes so long that if the pipe were too large, it would become too expensive. Size does make it cost more, …

Does Butter Color melt differently than other color?

Like all glass, the minerals in a small way effect how it works.  What is great about butter is that the clear makes it even more workable.!

What are the types of way you can add color to your glass?

Colors is made by adding minerals to the glass.  This is a big process and takes a lot of heat and energy

how many layers can a marble have?

Really this could be infinite.  The more layers, typically the larger the marble gets.

Why do the Typhoon and Slurper have a drop down?

The Typhoon and Slurper by Elev8 have a dropdown built in for 2 main reasons. The drop down prevents oils from getting sucked into the rig. The drop down puts the banger away from your face, making it safer and easier.

What causes tool marks on glass?

Tool marks on glass are caused by just that, a tool used to shape the glass when molten and malleable.  These can be removed with extreme heat, allowing the tool marks to melt away.

what do glassblowers use to sign their work?

Glassblowers can use a titanium rod that is filed to a point with a little water or spit.  Not sure why this works, but it does! They can also put on a platinum decal like some of the Elev8 Premier team does.

are there any colors that are CFL and UV?

Colors that work in both are colors that just kinda work in one, but well in another.  So a simple answer is no.