Northstar Application

After first heating the "target object" hot enough so that frit or powder will stick to it, here are some possibilities:

SPRINKLE METHOD: Frit may be sprinkled over your object either with a spoon or with the fingers. When using this method it is wise to place a clean plate or container under the work area to collect any frit that does not stick (invariably, some frit will not adhere the first time). Remove the object from the flame before sprinkling frit. Sprinkling directly through the flame is not recommended since the flame will blow some of the frit away. This is not only a waste of good frit but can cause a dust problem in your shop (see health precautions below).

DIP METHOD: Another method is to put frit/powder into a bowl or on a plate and then dip or roll the target object into the frit/powder. The piece should be rotated for an even coating. Repeat as many times as necessary to achieve the desired effect.

TUBE METHOD: Frit or powder can be fused to the inside of a hollow object by sprinkling it into a rotating tube. Using this method the frit/powder may be added either before or after the object has been heated. This method can also be used when applying frit to tubing in a glassblowing lathe.

ROD METHOD: A clear or colored rod may be heated (usually the tip, coated with frit (dip method), and then applied in the usual manner. This is a very quick and easy method of adding color.