How Do You Make A Fused Glass Clock?
Fused glass is a beautiful art form. You can turn your fused glass art work into a functional object for your home. This tutorial will explain how to make a fused glass clock. Sketch your design. Gather your glass fusing tools and equipment. Prepare the kiln shelf and slump molds with kiln wash. Set these aside to dry. Cut a piece of fusible 12″ x 9″ glass. This will be the base plate for your design. Arrange your fused glass into the pattern you desire. Place the glass into the kiln and fire to a full fuse using the following schedule as a guide: Ramp ºF/Hr Target temperature Hold for 1 600 1490 18 2 Full 960 30 3 150 750 0 Allow the glass to cool to room temperature. Clean off any kiln wash. Drill a hole in the center of the glass where you want to install the movements for the clock face. If you want to create a fused glass desk clock, place the prepared sconce slump mold into the kiln and your fused glass piece on top of the sconce mold. The sconce slump mold is great for making fu