[Jewelry making - Article 00676] - Re: [Orchid] Advice on torches

[Esta Jo Schifter]

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Dear Jen,

    I have a studio in my house and contacted my insurance company about
    what I could and could not do. The told me that I could use acetylene
    but not oxygen and certainly not propane IN the house. They also
    told me I could only do this as a hobby, have no employees nor teach
    anyone. The interesting fact tho is that they would not put it into
    writing. 

    I understand that propane is dangerous because it is heavier than air
    & does not dissipate. Acetylene does. The oxygen is very explosive. I
    have used plain acetylene for a while & find it fine. 

    We are in the middle of the Marjorie Simon workshop in Philadelphia
    & it is wonderful.  She is a super teacher & we are learning a huge
    amount.  If any of you have the opportunity to take a workshop with
    her...DO IT!. 

Cold & cloudy in Philly.
Esta Jo Schifter

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