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Firefly Lampwork
A variety of glass bees, fireflies, bugs, fish, chickens, and occasionally ‘regular’ round beads are created on a propane-oxygen torch using Moretti and Vetrofond glass from Italy. All lampwork beads are properly kiln annealed for durability and lasting enjoyment.

About Me – Janet Crosby
I have been working with beads as an art form since 1987. My interests span many areas of beading: stringing, beadweaving, and looming. I enjoy making jewelry as well as other non-jewelry items, such as beaded vases and tapestries.

Lampwork torch

I have always loved glass in any form; stained glass, beads, vases, etc., so the move into lampworking (using a torch to melt and shape glass) was a natural one for me.

I started lampworking in April of 2003. I purchased a propane-oxygen torch, safety glasses, and a few tools. Then I spent approximately a month reading all that I could about ventilation, eye protection, and the safety aspects of lampworking.

My husband constructed my studio, which features a full fume hood, fire extinguisher, concrete backer board table and wall protection, and a flashback arrestor on my propane tank. I purchased my first concentrator shortly after I started lampworking, and I now have 4. It is so nice to always have plenty of oxygen to fuel the torches!

Firefly Lampwork Mailing List

The Quick List
If you would like to be notified as soon as I list an item on eBay or my Firefly Etsy store, you are invited to sign up for the “Quick List.” This list is sent out as soon as new beads are listed.

This list is managed by me — please email me to sign up (or unsubscribe).