Cut this twisted glass cane stick crosswise and each slice reveals concentric rings in deep cobalt and lighter blue. Many cross-sections hold a small square or diamond shape at the center. Because the cane is twisted, the rings carry a slight spiral along the length of the stick, giving each slice its own subtle directional character.
Murrini, also called millefiore, are small cross-section slices of patterned glass cane, and this COE90 stick is sold uncut and ready for you to slice. This listing is for a single stick, approximately 9 inches long. Cut thin cross-section slices, then place them face-up on the surface of a COE90 fused glass project and fire them in as decorative accents on jewelry, pendants, plates, dishes, suncatchers, and ornaments.
What does the pattern look like in cross-section? Concentric rings in deep cobalt and lighter blue radiating from the center, with a small square or diamond at the core on many ends.
What COE glass do I need to use with this? This stick is COE90. Use it only with base glass of the same COE. Pairing glass of different expansion rates causes thermal stress and can crack the piece during heating or cooling.
How long is the stick and how do I cut it? The stick is approximately 9 inches long. Cut it into thin slices using a wet glass saw or tile saw. Slice thickness affects how the murrini sit on the surface and how they melt during firing, so experiment on a test piece to find the thickness that works best for your project.
How should I fire the murrini slices into a fused glass piece? Place cut slices face-up on your COE90 base glass and fire to your project schedule. See the Working Notes below for full fuse versus tack fuse.
Specifications
SKU: 181955 COE: COE90 Format: single uncut cane stick, approximately 9 inches long Pattern: concentric rings in cobalt and lighter blue with a small geometric center Working Notes
A full fuse melts the slices flat and incorporates them smoothly into the glass surface. A tack fuse leaves them raised, keeping the concentric ring detail visible in relief. The right choice depends on the effect you want.
Run a test piece before committing your full project. Kiln type, glass thickness, and firing schedule all affect the result, so use a small sample to dial in the best approach for your setup and glass.
Description updated: July 6, 2026
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