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Where can I get antiques repaired? Trust Artistry in Glass
Reliable restoration of precious antiques and collectibles is a dying art in this era of Amazon and artificial intelligence, but Artistry in Glass is keeping the historic secrets of craftmanship and craftswomanship alive in the Old Pueblo of Tucson Arizona. …
Who can repair religious statues? Artistry in Glass can!
Religious statues and figurines are devotional items that are especially prized and revered by their owners. Damage to a favorite figurine can generate great remorse because religious statues carry such vivid family memories. Handed down through the generations, they are …
How to clean cloudy glasses: foolproof tips from an expert!
The best way to clean cloudy glasses is either to use a professional hard-water stain remover like Water Spot Remover from CRL or to polish with cerium oxide.
Why do wine glasses have stems? Discover all the reasons!
Wine glasses have stems for three main reasons: to avoid warming the wine, to facilitate swirling, and to avoid fingerprinting or smudging the bowl.
Fixing broken wineglass stems – unique methods with images!
The most vulnerable part of a wine glass is its delicate stem. This is also the most difficult part to fix successfully because the area to be glued is very small and a strong bond is therefore hard to achieve. …
How to repair a chip in a wine glass – all you need to know!
Crystal wine glasses from companies like Waterford and Baccarat retail for up to $100 per stem and their delicate rims often get chipped by careless handling. Considering the price and sentimental attachment – is it worthwhile to fix a chip …