Fusing is one of the techniques for working with glass using high temperatures. Thus, you can get products with multi-colored patterns, as well as shape them.
This is a relatively modern technique that began to be applied in Germany, and then became widespread throughout the world. Its essence lies in the "sintering" of different types of glass. Thus, the products can be embossed, colored elements can be added or figures can be made, as well as the effect of a beautiful openwork glass can be achieved.
At first, this technology was used to create stained-glass windows, a kind of paintings on glass, without the use of tin elements. Then it spread to hand-made lovers: now they make plates, interior items, ornaments using the fusing technique.
To work in this technique, you will need special tools (glass cutter, glass tongs), materials (colored glass, foil), shapes and, most importantly, a special high-temperature furnace capable of melting glass. Professional ovens are quite expensive, ranging from $ 1,000 to $ 5,000. For simple items, you can use the microwave attachment. It is suitable for making jewelry, simple dishes, figurines. But such an "amateur" option will not cope with more complex tasks, since it is impossible to control and influence the shape of the product during the baking process.
If you decide to master this exciting activity for yourself, but are not ready for significant investments, you can rent a professional oven by looking for ads on the Internet. Previously, at home, you will need to think through everything to the smallest detail and make the appropriate blanks. In big cities, you can easily find fusing master classes. Or watch tutorials on Youtube.
Carried away by the process, do not forget about the safety rules! It is very easy to injure your hands when handling shrapnel. If there are small children in the house, be very careful and clean the work area right away, remembering to remove the remnants of glass from the floor.
Working with glass for many people has already turned from a hobby into a real business, they sell original products on websites, fairs and in stores.