{"product_id":"ancient-strata-frit-blend-2-oz-96-coe","title":"Ancient Strata Frit Blend, 2 oz, 96 COE","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eJourney beneath the surface with \u003cb\u003eAncient Strata Frit Blend\u003c\/b\u003e, a 96 COE signature in-house artisan blend inspired by layered sedimentary rock, weathered cliffs, mineral deposits, and the timeless beauty of Earth's geological history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAt first glance, the blend presents a harmonious palette of warm creams, earthy browns, soft charcoal grays, weathered ivory, and subtle mineral tones. Once introduced to the flame, however, Ancient Strata reveals its true character. Reactive glasses mingle and transform, producing flowing ribbons, rich mineral reactions, coppery earth tones, smoky veining, and organic patterns that resemble polished stone, ancient rock formations, and naturally weathered landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDesigned for \u003cb\u003e96 COE glass systems\u003c\/b\u003e, Ancient Strata performs beautifully in \u003cb\u003elampworking, fusing, glass blowing, and surface decoration techniques\u003c\/b\u003e. Its personality changes dramatically depending on how it is worked. Mosaic applications preserve intricate mineral fragments and layered earth tones reminiscent of weathered stone, while swirl techniques stretch the colors into flowing geological ribbons that evoke sedimentary layers, polished agates, and natural stone formations. Encasing enhances the blend's remarkable depth and luminosity, allowing the layered reactions to develop beneath the surface. Compatible with \u003cb\u003e104 COE\u003c\/b\u003e at small quantities (approximately 5–10%). As always, testing on a smaller project is recommended before larger applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOne of Ancient Strata's most fascinating qualities is its remarkable response to different base glass colors. Light neutral bases reveal soft sandstone and limestone-inspired palettes, while colored bases introduce entirely new personalities, highlighting rich mineral deposits, earthy reactions, and unexpected geological complexity. Every bead becomes a unique cross-section of an ancient landscape while remaining unmistakably part of the same collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e(Inspiration beads shown for demonstration only — not included.)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/b\u003e 2 ounces\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCOE:\u003c\/b\u003e 96\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Opaque \/ Reactive\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e F-1\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrands:\u003c\/b\u003e Reichenbach, Oceanside, Gaffer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandmade artisan frit blend\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for lampworking, fusing, glass blowing, and glass art applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBehavior\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBeautiful reactive movement with layered mineral-inspired color variation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eProduces flowing ribbons, earthy reactions, and organic geological patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCreates unique mosaics, dramatic swirls, and stone-like focal bead effects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eExcellent for mosaic, swirl, encased beads, and larger focal bead designs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEncasing enhances depth, luminosity, and layered mineral movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDevelops earthy palettes reminiscent of sedimentary rock, polished jasper, weathered stone, and mineral deposits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFinished colors shift dramatically depending on base glass, application technique, and working style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eInspired By\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAncient Strata\u003c\/b\u003e was inspired by the remarkable beauty hidden within Earth's layered landscapes. Sedimentary cliffs, weathered canyons, mineral veins, and polished stone all reveal stories written over millions of years through layers of color, texture, and natural transformation. Rather than striving for perfect uniformity, this blend embraces the organic complexity found in nature, where every layer contributes to a larger story and every finished bead becomes its own unique geological landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHandcrafted in small batches in the USA by glass artist \u003cb\u003eStephanie A. White\u003c\/b\u003e, each jar is carefully blended to provide consistent quality while preserving the natural variation that makes reactive artisan frit so exciting. Colors may vary slightly depending on lighting, screen settings, application technique, base glass selection, and individual firing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SWCreations","offers":[{"title":"Tan \/ 2 oz","offer_id":47800751096061,"sku":"SWFRIT81-AncientStrata","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/7957\/files\/swfrit81-ancientstratafritblend-96COE1_75a04780-14ca-42bf-8bf6-48ae7ddefcd2.jpg?v=1783355661","url":"https:\/\/www.swcreations.net\/products\/ancient-strata-frit-blend-2-oz-96-coe","provider":"SWCreations","version":"1.0","type":"link"}