Aventurine Frit - Goldstone - Chunk

Item Name:

Aventurine Frit - Goldstone - Chunk

SKU:

15501

Description:

Goldstone in a chunky grade are copper-flecked, glass-based inclusions used as a decorative additive in lampworking. The material is supplied as irregular chips and small chunks that can be picked up individually with tweezers or rolled onto a hot gather. Goldstone is used when you want a sparkling, metallic “glitter” effect inside clear encasement, as surface accents, or as a visual texture layer in beads, pendants, marbles, and small sculptural work. Because the pieces are larger than dust or fine frit, they are especially useful when you want deliberate placement and bold sparkle rather than an even, all-over speckle.

How it is used:

• Warm the end of a clear or compatible color rod and lightly press or roll the hot glass into the goldstone chips to tack a few pieces in place.
• Melt the chips in gently using a neutral flame, keeping the heat even so the pieces seat smoothly without trapping excessive air.
• For a clean, durable finish, apply a layer of clear over the top and fully encase, then shape and finish as normal for beads, pendants, or marbles.
• Use tweezers to place individual chunks for controlled designs like star fields, bands, or focal clusters before encasing.