Twisted Optic Finials

Twisted Optic Finials

Name: Twisted Optic Finials
Brand: epiphany studios
Availability: instock
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)

$52.00

Looking for something different than the usual round ornament? Try one of our finial ornaments! With vivid, bright colors these can be sun catchers left out all year long to sparkle and dance in the light.

Approximately 7″H x 3″D

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About Our Twisted Optic Finials

Additional information

Additional information

Weight	2 lbs
Dimensions	6 × 6 × 6 in
Color	Amethyst, Caribbean Blue, Cranberry, Lemon, Lime, Royal Blue, Silver, Tangerine, Violet

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Frequently Asked Questions

We pride ourselves on our superior craftsmanship and unparalleled designs in creating timeless artworks that will be cherished for generations.

We have over 30 over of experience creating artworks that are a fusion of creativity and intentionality, that not only reflect our obsession with glass but also resonate deeply with the individuals who bring our artworks into their homes.

The marriage of form and function is what makes our glasswork truly stand out—balancing beauty with purpose, and artistry with usability.
We use a soda lime glass with a COE of 96. It contains soda ash, limestone, feldspar, lithium carbonate, sodium nitrate, zinc oxide, barium carbonate, fluorspar, antimony oxide. These raw materials, called batch, melt down into glass. The process of melting batch is called “charging” and is quite time-consuming. Our furnace requires about 24 hours to change and cook the batch, and then another 24 hours for it to be ready to use.
Molten glass is so hot that it looks red or orange, depending on how hot it is. So, while we’re working on a piece, all color is distorted. Clear glass looks orange. Blue or green glass looks red. This is because you’re seeing the temperature rather than the true color. As it cools down, you’ll start to see the real color of the glass. At our workshops we always tell people to rely on the color in the examples displayed when they’re picking on colors. Once it’s heated up, it looks completely different.
The colors that can be added to the basic clear glass come in three forms: color rods which are made of concentrated colored glass and must be pre-heated in the color warmer before applied, frits which are coarsely ground bits of color, and powder which enables the glassblower to layer color or produce fine gradations of color. The artist must carefully choose colors because no all colors are compatible due to the differing temperatures at which they retain or release heat.
We like to use a solution of 1 part vinegar to 10 parts water in a spray bottle instead of glass cleaner. We also like to use lukewarm tap water and dish soap to handwash artwork small enough to fit in the sink. If it’s a larger artwork we do the same thing but take it into the shower.

We recommend avoiding harsh chemicals when cleaning your glass. It doesn’t need it and the planet will thank you!
We offer exchanges only with prior approval. All of our artworks are handmade. There is a natural variation from piece to piece, with slight changes in color, shape, and size. We do our very best to represent our work as accurately as possible on the website. However, if you are unsure about a purchase please contact the studio beforehand to receive more photos or to have a video conference to see the piece in more detail. We want you to be joyous and happy when you purchase and receive one of our artworks!

If you are giving a gift and aren’t sure what they would like, give one of our gift cards instead!
Yes, we are happy to help create a beautiful memorial to commemorate a loved one. We make marble, round paperweights, and heart paperweights, and for pets we make sleeping kitties and dog bones. If you are interested in learning more, and to place an order please go to this link. Feel free to contact us with any questions. We know this can be a stressful and emotional process and we are here to help make this the best experience possible.