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Welcome to Katzeye Kreations My name is Carolyn Martin and I live in Central Queensland, Australia. I am a Self-representing Artist and have been creating Art Glass (Lampwork) Beads since April 2005. Most of my beads are either one of a kind creations, or limited editions. You can buy my beads through the Katzeye Kreations Store, Katzeye Kreations on Etsy or eBay Auctions All my beads are individually handcrafted in my home studio and Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any queries about my beads.
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I predominantly use Italian Effetre (Moretti) and Vetrofond Glass rods which are then heated over the flame of a gas torch until the glass is molten. Once the glass is heated sufficiently, it is then applied to a stainless steel mandrel (rod) of desired size and is kept constantly in motion in and around the flame. After shaping and adding the desired embellishments, the bead is held out further in the flame to cool slightly before placing it in a digitally controlled kiln for the annealing process. Art Glass beads should be annealed to reduce any stresses that have built up in the glass during the flame working process. Annealing will ensure the bead has strength and durability for long lasting enjoyment by its owner. After the beads are kiln annealed, the bead holes are cleaned out of residual bead release (this is important as the clay based, bead release dust can be a health hazard) before being sold or used in our Jewellery. As a quality control measure all beads are checked for any imperfections such as cracks or chips, etc before sale. As each bead is individually handmade it is normal for there to be slight variations. Thank you for looking at my Bead Gallery. If you have any questions about Katzeye Kreation beads, please email Carolyn. |
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Last updated 4 March, 2008 |
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Designer of the 2007 Bead & Gem Show
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What’s New in the Bead Store Looking for one of a kind, original, handmade silver lined beads for your Pandora/Troll/Biagi style jewellery or for something really different—my curved focals—check out the Bead Store. Newly listed—Double Hole beads as featured in the March 2008 Beads etc Magazine Project (Page 72). If you have a particular colour in mind, send Carolyn an email—custom orders welcome.
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