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How Glassblowing Works
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Glassblowing may seem like a fairly recent art form, but it's really been around since the Roman Empire. Read more about glassblowing.
How Lampworking Works
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What makes lampworking unique? Read about the art, technique and tools behind lampworking glass at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Pass This Difficult General Knowledge Test?
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Throughout our lives, we all learn a few facts that stick with us no matter how long we live. Do you think you know everything there is to know about all types of subjects? Then it's time to show your stuff by taking this quiz!
The Glass Armonica: A Harmonious Invention by Benjamin Franklin
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Learn about the Glass Armonica, a unique musical instrument invented by Benjamin Franklin. The glass armonica produces beautiful, haunting sounds by rubbing wet fingers on tuned glass bowls.
10 Classic Toys That Could Kill You
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You probably know of a fun toy that also caused serious injuries, even death. Learn about 10 classic toys that could kill you at HowStuffWorks.
How the Steam Locomotive and Steam Technology Work
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Steam technology works to harness the power of steam in order to perform work. Learn about steam technology and some steam technologies.
Contact Lenses
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To the millions of Americans with vision problems, the world can be a blurry place. For people who need vision correction but don't want to wear glasses, contact lenses offer an easy, virtually invisible solution. Learn how contact lenses correct sight, look at the variety of lens options that are available and find out how to wear them safely.
How Millefiori Works
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Millefiori is an Italian word meaning 'thousand flowers.' What makes millefiori glass so special?
10 Completely False 'Facts' Everyone Knows
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The blood in your veins is blue. Glass is a slow-moving liquid. If you touch a baby bird, its mother will abandon it. Not so fast –- if you learned any of those "facts" in school, what you learned was wrong.