Also, there was just a big crack of thunder and loss of power ... kiln has lost its program, contents are forefit *cries some more* - Shannon - GlassMistress

What means contents are forfeit? Why can't you get your stuff out when the power comes back on? - Mary B: #TeamMonique

Or is the stuff ruined because the firing got messed up? - Mary B: #TeamMonique

The bead in the pic is nice, and I know what you mean. Sometimes it's depressing to see work that fells like I'm getting left in the dirt. - Mary B: #TeamMonique

The temp dropped too fast when the power went out. The pieces wouldnt be stable (very likely cracked). If they arent cracked I'll rerun the fire and see what happens. As for the piece I'm just whinining b/c the metal smith that did my piece in the same show tried her hardest to hide the bead (or at least is seems that way) - Shannon - GlassMistress

I hope your kiln contents aren't cracked. :( - Heather

Thanks Heather. It wasnt an overly great bunch of stuff so it wont be a big loss if it is; its just frustrating. - Shannon - GlassMistress

*hugs* Hope your beads are ok. And I love your work no matter what. *MOAR HUGS* - LB: #TeamMonique

That metalsmith took the bead and showcased it. Hope you don't lose your current pieces. - Anne Bouey

Unfortunately, your metalsmith apparently missed the point of the whole thing, which was to create a setting that was complementary to your bead. That is what this metalsmith did. I'd be upset in your place because you got a crappy deal. However, keep in mind that you do lovely work and a huge group of people know that. *hugs* - Running Slow