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This is a super quick and easy project, perfect for the microwave kiln – with just some murrine and jewelry findings, you can be making professional-looking earrings in less than an hour! These murrine studs make perfect gifts, but I’ve been keeping most of the ones I make because they’re so cute. 😊 I recommend reading our Microwave Kiln Basics post before attempting this project. The first step is to pick out your murrine. Our murrine come in a range of diameters, so you want to choose a pair that looks like they belong together, as close to the same...

This post will help you understand the nitty-gritty details of using a microwave kiln. For starters, make sure to check out our Microwave Kiln Before You Buy post! It goes over all the basics of fusing glass in a microwave kiln. If you're looking for more detailed tips to get more out of your microwave kiln, read below! ⁂ New! Looking for the perfect starter kit for your microwave kiln glass journey? Glacial Art Glass now offers microwave kiln glass packs containing a little bit of every type of glass we offer, so you can explore the world of art...

Is a microwave kiln right for you? The microwave kiln is great for people who are dipping their toes into fused glass art. They are affordable, fire projects quickly, and require no special tools outside of a glass separator and safety gear. On the other hand, they degrade over time, have almost no temperature control, are limited in size, and have a higher chance of ruining your piece than a traditional kiln. ⁂ New! Looking for the perfect starter kit for your microwave kiln glass journey? Glacial Art Glass now offers microwave kiln glass packs containing a little bit of...