[Jewelry making - Article 00027] - Re: [Orchid] How to drill seaglass

[Deborah Miller]

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    Hi Rhona - there are several keys to drilling without cracking the
    glass:- 

    1. keep the glass cool by keeping it under water; 

    2. use a diamond drill bit (other types will barely scratch the
    surface); 

    3. drill slowly - I use the traditional bow drill, although one can
    use an electric one; 

    4. make sure the back of the glass is supported (for example on a
    small block of wood) so when the hole is drilled through it doesn't
    chip on the reverse. Even better, drill half way then reverse & meet
    it the other way. 

    Hope that all makes sense. Works on enamels too! 

best, Deborah Miller

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