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.

Flash drives can come in all sorts of fun shapes and sizes (my current favorite is shaped like R2-D2), but wouldn’t it be cool to make one with your own design? With a microwave kiln and some glass ...

Which microwave kilns are best? If you’re an artist with an interest in making your own jewelry, a microwave kiln can be an extremely useful tool. Although these simple containers don’t get as hot as ...