Torch Firing

-->Torch firing: 

• Sift or pack enamel as usual, let the piece dry. 
• Heat the piece with a torch instead of the kiln. 
• Heat slowly and evenly- keep your flame in motion all over the piece. The firing process takes longer with the torch, so be patient. 
• Since the torch heats unevenly, this technique creates unusual effects- iridescence in the enamel, black rims around the edges. 

• Torch-firing is an unpredictable method, and is best suited for pieces that do not need to be identical. 
• By putting the flame on the enamel, you can achieve and iridescent effect and some enamel colors will change color as well. 
• Several of the opaque reds develop a navy blue skin over them. 
• If you don’t want iridescence, torch from underneath. 
• Always have your piece on either a firing rack or a trivet, as the soldering board will stick to the enamel and leave residue.