Item Name:
Origin Bars - Baby Blue
SKU:
7630064
Description:
Origin Baby Blue Bars are solid bars of colored borosilicate glass formulated for lampworking and other torch-based glasswork. Bar stock is typically pulled or cast into thicker, easy-to-handle lengths that are especially useful when you want to make your own rod, pull stringer, create color overlays, or add strong color mass to a build without burning through small diameter rod quickly. Baby Blue is a soft, clean blue that works well for pastel accents, sculptural details, and layered color work where you want an even, predictable tone.
How it is used:
- Heat the end of the bar evenly and pull it down into rod or stringer for the diameter you prefer.
- Use the bar directly as a handleable color source for building up wraps, collars, and thicker color applications.
- Gather a small amount to create dots, scrollwork, and raised decorative elements on beads or small sculpture.
- Use as a backing color under clear for depth, or combine with other colors to create soft transitions and shading.
- When working thicker bar stock, preheat gradually and keep the heat moving to reduce chill marks and internal stress.
