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Guide for Thompson Enamel

Guild for Thompson EnamelWhat are Thompson EnamelsThompson Enamels are lead-free glass products available in various particle sizes and formulated to fit a variety of metal and glass substrates. These products are described in terms of temperature and expansion to help you select a suitable enamel for your particular project.The best way to select an enamel is to determine their properties in the following sequence:Fusing temperatureFit or compatibility ColorIt is important to pre-test enamels …
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2021 Nov 2nd Thompson Enamel

Guide to Natural Dyeing

YUYO' S GUIDE TO NATURAL DYEINGStep 1 - ScouringBefore you can dye your fiber, you'll want to wash the dirt and oil out of it, so that it will be able to take in as much dye as possible, and as evenly as possible. This washing process is called scouring.SCOURING CELLULOSE FIBERS (i.e. cotton, linen, hemp, etc.) Fill a large non-reactive pot with enough water to comfortably fit your fiber, with some room for it to move around. The less crowded your fibers, the less risk of an uneven dye.For ever …
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2021 Nov 2nd Juliana Naccarato