Microwave kilns might not be able to do everything a traditional kiln does, but for hobbyists and crafters looking for an affordable way to melt glass at home, they certainly are a handy alternative.
Visiting Barrio Glassworks in Carlsbad poses a risk, but not from the 2,125-degree furnace that keeps 300 pounds of melted glass molten at the heart of the open-air studio, gallery and shop. It might ...