PSA: My switch to a lighter touch with hot glass tools

I always thought you needed a firm grip on hot glass tools to keep things steady (like when shaping a piece). But last month, I watched a more experienced blower use almost no pressure with her jacks, and it changed everything. Her moves were so smooth, and the glass didn't get those stress marks I often see in my work. I copied her method on a simple cup, and wow, the lines came out way cleaner. It turns out my heavy hands were actually fighting the material instead of guiding it. Now I focus on letting the heat do more of the work, which feels weird but gives better results. That one demo totally flipped how I approach the bench, and I'm still getting used to it.

DAE have a client jump during a straight razor shave? Almost gave him a cut he didn't ask for.

Rant: My alarm install in a mountain lodge got delayed by a bear

Wildlife encounters are no joke when you're on site.