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Lampwork => COE 104 => Topic started by: Fruddy on June 03, 2011, 01:04:32 PM

Title: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: Fruddy on June 03, 2011, 01:04:32 PM
Hi folks, does anyone know where I might get some Effetre 006 clear in the UK? 

Both Tuffers and Off Mandrel are out and I'm down to my last 6 rods now.

Help!!
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: The Tartan Trout on June 03, 2011, 01:05:27 PM
Mandas?
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: JKC on June 03, 2011, 01:11:31 PM
Just checked my stash, don't have any left, sorry.   
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: princess pink on June 03, 2011, 01:25:50 PM
You could order from the states? Frantz art glass has it. Or maybe try Q at glassworks?
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: MyPrecious on June 03, 2011, 02:39:01 PM
I have some in my glass shop too : Glassworks France (http://www.glassworksfrance.com)

Shipping is calculated automatically during checkout. :)
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: Purple Cobwebs on June 03, 2011, 05:38:02 PM
I'm down to 3 rods  :(
I'm never keen to buy glass from overseas because of shipping costs, but needs must.....
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: Kaz on June 03, 2011, 07:10:12 PM
I bought Reichenbach!
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: Jolene on June 03, 2011, 07:42:14 PM
I can spare 1/2 lb PM me Rachel
Jo x
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: fragile_niki on June 07, 2011, 04:42:41 PM
Lausha? Bit more expensive, but nice big rods- great for encasing! :)
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: GaysieMay on June 07, 2011, 07:34:43 PM
Rachel, you're so organised - I had to run out before I realised there was a national shortage  ::)
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: rocky on June 07, 2011, 08:28:46 PM
EEEK!! I think I've just noticed I'm getting a bit low! How did that happen??? :o I reckon I can work with a few different transparents while we wait for the national shortage to pass.

I'm kinda hoping that's soon .... ::)
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: Trudi on June 07, 2011, 08:59:05 PM
Deanne ... I'll need to order when it's re-stocked you wanna do a joint order?
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: ScarletLeonard on June 07, 2011, 09:02:56 PM
I have about 3 rods left, was told to try vetro but i get on well with 006 so don't really want to change.

I'm betting Sue (awrylemming) is still hoarding it all.
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: DeanWilson on June 07, 2011, 09:18:23 PM
NOOOO!! I only ever order from Tuffnells when I really need to as I can't stand paying the £5 or whatever postage :P A few weeks ago I saw the normal clear I get- not the 'crystal clear'- I hate it! Have a rod from a friend and it takes FOREVER to melt! I'm still on the first batch I ever bought and I love it, it was a very cheap one I think and now there isn't any!! Don't want crystal clear, DON'T WANT CRYSTAL CLEAR!!!  :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(

And I have to order anyway as I need a few s/p snake chains and some headpins so that I can FINALLY make up some sellable jewellery :P ;D x
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: awrylemming on June 07, 2011, 09:32:27 PM
Quote from: ScarletLeonard on June 07, 2011, 09:02:56 PM
I have about 3 rods left, was told to try vetro but i get on well with 006 so don't really want to change.

I'm betting Sue (awrylemming) is still hoarding it all.

I was very generous with my 006 I'll have you know!   :P  I've sent all my spare to Rachel now, and although I have some, t'aint loads any more ... I have loads of vetro too, but hate it with a passion.  I only use it as punty.  Apparently Reichenbach is good?
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: Dragonfire Glass on June 07, 2011, 09:40:26 PM
reichenbach soft crystal is good and melts easily on hotheads so Martin says, and he should know!
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: ScarletLeonard on June 07, 2011, 11:07:47 PM
Quote from: awrylemming on June 07, 2011, 09:32:27 PM
Quote from: ScarletLeonard on June 07, 2011, 09:02:56 PM
I have about 3 rods left, was told to try vetro but i get on well with 006 so don't really want to change.

I'm betting Sue (awrylemming) is still hoarding it all.

I was very generous with my 006 I'll have you know!   :P  I've sent all my spare to Rachel now, and although I have some, t'aint loads any more ... I have loads of vetro too, but hate it with a passion.  I only use it as punty.  Apparently Reichenbach is good?

yes you were :) lovely lady.

Reich does melt very nicely on a hot head (remembering the days when I just had sample packs and on Mapp trying to melt effetre clear more with the power of my mind than the torch.) But the reich went smoothly, although other than the melting I didn't get on with it.
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: rocky on June 07, 2011, 11:14:29 PM
Quote from: Trudi on June 07, 2011, 08:59:05 PM
Deanne ... I'll need to order when it's re-stocked you wanna do a joint order?

Yes please :) :)
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: GlassOcean on June 08, 2011, 08:19:21 AM
I got Vetro from Martin a few weeks ago and it is lovely!  As long as you clean the rods really well before use it is gorgeous.  When I say clean really well I mean at least triple armpit swipes  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: princess pink on June 08, 2011, 08:47:06 AM
Quote from: GlassOcean on June 08, 2011, 08:19:21 AM
I got Vetro from Martin a few weeks ago and it is lovely!  As long as you clean the rods really well before use it is gorgeous.  When I say clean really well I mean at least triple armpit swipes  ;D ;D

My Vetro clear just scums and it's very clean, I used glass cleaner! I've got about 1/4kg left of crystal clear because I tend to buy it in kilos when Martin has it as I just can't cope with running out! Have a fairly large stash of aether which I might start using on silver glass for now.
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: Dee Dee on June 08, 2011, 08:52:42 AM
Yes, Reichenbach is good, but it turns my Triton greeny - or is it just me??
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: Kalorlo on June 08, 2011, 10:21:00 AM
That's odd - Reichenbach's one that doesn't usually tinge things yellow.
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: Shirl on June 08, 2011, 10:26:43 AM
Does anyone know when 006 might be back in stock...I only have 3 rods left :(
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: Lyn G on June 08, 2011, 01:54:06 PM
Quote from: Shirl on June 08, 2011, 10:26:43 AM
Does anyone know when 006 might be back in stock...I only have 3 rods left :(

When I saw Martin at Dorking Bead Fair at the weekend he said it might be five or six weeks!!!    :o :o :o :o :o

Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: fionaess on June 08, 2011, 01:58:38 PM
And when I spoke to Teresa on the phone about 3 weeks ago she said it would arrive in 2 - 3 weeks !
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: Mand on June 09, 2011, 09:51:08 AM
Oh big fat bloomin' PANTS!  I've just  checked my 006 as I used quite bit recently, and I'm getting dangerously low.  Let's hope Effetre send more very soon, i.e. sooner than 6 weeks! :-\ :P ::)
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: chipperpottery on June 09, 2011, 09:58:03 AM
I must check my stock.
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: Mand on June 09, 2011, 10:16:22 AM
Eek it's 21 Euro for postage from Glassworks France! I don't think I can justify that at the moment.  :(
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: Ilona on June 09, 2011, 10:24:13 AM
My 006 plus other glass arrived yesterday. A few of us clubbed an order together and ordered from Frantz, it was very quick and at least I have got it now. It is worth doing :)
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: princess pink on June 09, 2011, 10:27:08 AM
Quote from: Mand on June 09, 2011, 10:16:22 AM
Eek it's 21 Euro for postage from Glassworks France! I don't think I can justify that at the moment.  :(

Probably worth just going to frantz! I'm thinking of doing another bulk order in July when I'm back from holiday.
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: Mand on June 09, 2011, 11:03:35 AM
I've ordered some Reichenbach Crystal for the moment to tide me over.  Maybe we could order together then, or see if any one else is interested too as Ilona suggests?

Mand x
Title: Re: Effetre Clear 006
Post by: princess pink on June 09, 2011, 11:09:33 AM
Quote from: Mand on June 09, 2011, 11:03:35 AM
I've ordered some Reichenbach Crystal for the moment to tide me over.  Maybe we could order together then, or see if any one else is interested too as Ilona suggests?

Mand x


I'd be up for that honey. Last time there were 5 of us abd I contacted mike and he gave us a huge discount off the order abd on the shipping. Well worth it if you want a fair bit of glass. I'll pm you after my finals finish next week abd we can work some stuff out. X