Category: Information

Why do some glass artists make their mouthpieces hollow? (i.e. RL Funktional)

This all comes down to what the blower wants.  If the glass gets too thick, it can crack if the blower is not used to working with thin and thick glass.  Also, to get shapes sometimes it must be done hallow or it would also get too heavy.   Elev8 does many of their custom …

What is the proper tool to be used to hold or pick up hot glass? while on the torch. after it has been removed from the punty

Mostly a glassblower will use tweezers.  Sometimes the blower will put a marble in a marble mold so it does not roll around.  

Can we order an item that you don’t carry through your store or through the warehouse? For example: If I wanted to get a glass artist you don’t carry or a brand of papers you don’t carry but would like to get some?

Unfortunately we can not do this.  Many artists we work with are on backorder as well as we must develop a relationship with all the artists we work with.  If there is an artist you think we should carry or an item you think we should carry we for sure want to hear about it!  …

What is Malay Kratom?

Green Malay Kratom Green Malay Kratom is one of the most in-demand types of Kratom due to its ability to survive in adverse environments and the longevity of its leaves. Kats Botanicals’ Green Malay Kratom is sourced from the Nibung region of Indonesia. The stems are removed from the leaves first and then the leaves are dried for …

What is Indo Kratom?

WHAT’S INDO KRATOM AND WHAT EFFECTS DOES IT GIVE? Anytime you’re discussing the best kratom strains to take, Indo kratom is usually a part of the conversation. Indo kratom strains have been a favorite among kratom users for a long time. As the name suggests, Indo kratom originates from Indonesia. Kratom farmers in Indonesia have …

What is Bali Kratom?

What Are The Effects Of Bali Kratom? A green kratom strain is going to be the best of both worlds in regards to relaxation and stimulation. Generally, green strains have a lot of alkaloids in them so you’ll want to consider them should you have to have stimulation and need to unwind a little. Green breeds …

What is Maeng Da Kratom?

Maeng Da’s Origins Thailand is one of the world’s primary exporters of high-quality Kratom. With a plethora of jungles offering rich, acidic soil, and warm, moist air, there are plenty of places for the Mitragyna speciosa tree to grow. Known better as the Kratom plant, an evergreen tree related to the coffee plant, Mitragyna speciosa …

Kratom Information

What is Kratom? The leaves of kratom have been used as a stimulant in low doses, a sedative in large doses, an anti-diarrheal and painkiller. It is said that Kratom affects the human brain similarly to an opiate although there is no conclusive clinical data proving how the alkaloids work in relation to the human …

Are fumed bangers safe to dab out of? (i.e. the new Evan Shore bangers and Mother ship bangers)

Yes, we find that these are fine to dab out of.  The fume is usually trapped between the quartz.  Also, one must get the metal so hot that it will start to chaze the quartz so we think most forms of dabbing are perfect.  We really feel the cold start dab is the best way …

What is sacred geometry and why do you use it on your logos/shirts/etc?

Sacred geometry is geometry or sequences that nature uses in just about everything; from how atoms are formed to the ways tree grow. It’s the math behind nature, and it’s very pleasing to the eye.  We find it our way of life