Mayco Jungle Gems Crystal Glazes Jungle Gems Crystal Glazes 
Fire up
your imagination with these unique glazes that produce dramatic effects
in a kaleidoscope of colors. Jungle Gems Crystal Glazes consist
of a base glaze with pebbles, granules, and specks of
contrasting glazes. During the firing, the crystals produce bursts of
color. Base glazes may be gloss or matte. Crystals may
be the same type of glaze or a contrasting type.
The mixture is designed to melt and smooth out in
the firing. During firing, the crystals spread out and create
dramatic effects. Glazes come in 1 pint (16 oz or
473 ml) bottles. They can be high-fired. Fire to shelf
cone 06, or to shelf cone 05 if more flow
is desired. Many of Mayco's Jungle Gems will fire to
higher temperatures with excellent results (check Mayco's High Fire Guide).
If firing to higher temperatures, allow a little extra room
for the crystal's flow action. Three coats are required to
produce the proper results. Jungle Gems that have a red
glaze base require four coats of the base glaze. Whatever
the base glaze, if enough glaze is not applied, crystals
will not melt into the surface. Do not mix the
crystals that have settled on the bottom of the jar
into the rest of the glaze. Apply the first two
coats in the usual manner with a soft fan brush.
Mix the crystals into the remainder of the glaze and
apply the last coat with crystals. A fan brush is
helpful when applying the last coat for even dispersal of
the crystals. Tip — When crystals are applied in a
necklace effect around the top of the piece, they will
cascade and flow downwards, creating dramatic effects. However, when applied
too near the bottom of a piece, they tend to
create unasthetic results. Caution — Not for use on food
surfaces. Not dinnerware safe. Crystal Glazes are a lead-bearing glaze
and should not be confused with the non-toxic crystal glazes
called Crystalites. Also, pay special attention to the safety precautions
about handling glazes during application. Use good hygiene measures, such
as washing your hands before and after you apply the
glazes. Refrain from eating while applying the glaze.
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