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Seattle-based artist Carol Milne knits with glass, or rather, she creates wonderful glass sculptures that make it seem as though she’s either a superhuman glass knitter or in possession of enchanted knitting needles and very specialized gloves. The reality is actually much more complicated, but no less awesome. Milne invented her glass knitting technique back in 2006. It’s a process that involves knitting with wax instead of glass, followed by lost-wax casting, mold-making and kiln-casting.

First, a model of the sculpture is made from wax which is then encased by a refractory mold material that can withstand extremely high temperatures. Next, hot steam is used to melt the wax, leaving behind an empty cavity in the shape of the artwork. Pieces of room temperature glass are then placed inside the mold which is then heated to 1,400-1,600 degrees Fahrenheit depending on the type of glass. Afterward, the piece is slowly cooled over a period of several weeks, followed by a careful excavation process, where Milne delicately chips away like an archaeologist to reveal the final piece.

To check out more of Carol Milne’s extraordinary artwork visit the Glass Art Society, Milne’s Facebook page or her online gallery.

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below are some links to donations and other centers!

dream defenders - they are fighting to end the criminalizations of black youth in the united states

national black justice coalition - they work towards making employment and education opportunities more inclusive for black LGBTQ members.

the International African American Museum and the Association of African American Museums are both accepting donations to go towards several museums that celebrate, preserve, and educate guests about African American history. Sadly, many of these museums are in need of support, especially after closing their doors temporarily due to the coronavirus pandemic.

support some black-owned businesses! x  x  x

the loveland foundation provides financial support to black women and girls seeking therapy and mental health support. 

…and many more organizations that support black women!

sign this petition to help get the black history education bill signed in order to expand black history within schools.

https://gofund.me/403265ca