Torch Firing Enamels by Karen Trexler

Karen Trexler our Cool Tools resident artist received her MFA with a focus on metalsmithing and enameling in the spring of 2018 at the University of Wisconsin in the spring of 2018 at the University of Wisconsin - Madison before joining the Cool Tools team.

Torch firing enamels is an easy and inexpensive way to add color to a project. In this video, Karen demonstrates how to torch fire Thompson Enamels, Fine Line Overglaze and Sunshine Enamels. Learn do's and don'ts, the stages of enameling while firing and the correct torching process. A perfect way to get started in enameling without a kiln.

The tools and supplies used in this video are listed below.

 

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    Replacement Enameling Torch Basket
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    Copper Shape - Oval Teardrop - 3/4" x 1-1/4" Pkg/6
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    Copper Shape - Circle - 1-1/2" Pkg/6
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    Fine Line Black Overglaze Powder with Squeegee Oil
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    Klyr-Fire 2 oz with Mist Spray Bottle
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    Medium Enamel Opaque #1110 Pastel Brown 1 oz
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    Medium Enamel Opaque #1319 Bitter Green 1 oz
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    Thompson Enamel - Complete Color Sampler Set
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    Surfactant - Metal Prep for Enameling - 2 oz
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    Fine Line Black Overglaze - Liquid - .5 oz
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    Pearly's Enameling Station
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