<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Green Belt Glass]]></title><description><![CDATA[Green Belt Glass]]></description><link>https://www.greenbeltglass.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 04:33:34 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://portal4484.wixsite.com/green-belt-glass/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Amber Purple at the Torch: Heat Cycles, Atmosphere, and Control]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amber Purple glass behaves differently at the torch. Learn how heat cycles, flame atmosphere, and rotational speed affect colour, clarity, and haze control.]]></description><link>https://portal4484.wixsite.com/green-belt-glass/post/working-amber-purple-glass</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69606820448b5a633f0c60a6</guid><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:00:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/496bd5_da91c5da8bb94613b24ee2ff8699ab20~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_400,h_524,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Green Belt Glass</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amber Purple Glass: Origins, Chemistry, and Why It Changed Borosilicate Color ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amber Purple glass is one of the most influential colors ever introduced to borosilicate lampworking. Known for its reactive behavior and dramatic color shifts, Amber Purple fundamentally changed how artists think about heat, flame chemistry, and color development. This article explores the origins of Amber Purple glass, the chemistry behind its reactions, and why it remains a foundational material in glass studios today. What Is Amber Purple Borosilicate Glass? Amber Purple is a...]]></description><link>https://portal4484.wixsite.com/green-belt-glass/post/amber-purple-glass-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694bef2e7b5d4818ec464f18</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 15:08:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/496bd5_011471841b1f4c61a7c55483a07c930e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_894,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Green Belt Glass</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Breathing Room: Finding Flow in the Studio ]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s a rhythm to flame work, a pulse that lives between the sound of the torch and the heartbeat of your imagination. When everything’s running right, it feels effortless. The glass moves like liquid thought, and the flame answers you instantly. But there’s nothing that breaks that rhythm faster than running out of oxygen mid-session. The hiss fades, the heat drops, and your whole groove collapses. It’s a familiar frustration, one every flame worker knows too well. For years, I accepted it...]]></description><link>https://portal4484.wixsite.com/green-belt-glass/post/breathing-room-finding-flow-in-the-studio</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6900e04bd7a5c7831e4e8350</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 16:05:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/496bd5_f90d876a5b5e4617bb386d3a8fce81b9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_367,h_572,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Green Belt Glass</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where Did Boro Come From?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Fascinating History of Borosilicate Glass Borosilicate glass is a marvel of material science, celebrated for its durability, heat...]]></description><link>https://portal4484.wixsite.com/green-belt-glass/post/where-did-boro-come-from</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66bbb0fb0c00ad8eeb4fb10f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 Aug 2024 13:30:06 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Green Belt Glass</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is Style?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Effortless Style: The Harmony Between Form and Glass In the realm of fashion and design, the concept of effortless style often evokes an...]]></description><link>https://portal4484.wixsite.com/green-belt-glass/post/what-is-style</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66b92d990a784a1c6e98f3b9</guid><pubDate>Sun, 11 Aug 2024 21:34:13 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Green Belt Glass</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>