Murano Millefiori
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                         About  Us & Our  Millefiori

Photo courtesy of Kris Peterson

 

Our millefiori slices are imported from the world renowned  Effetre  factory in Murano, Italy.   Murano Millefiori  stocks the traditional millefiori slices (raw cut, no pre-drilled holes) as well as the more unusual ones such as swirls, stars, squares and other designs!  All of our millefiori is made in Murano and is COE 104.  All are compatible with Moretti Rods and Moretti glass.We hand-pick new designs right at the factory and add new ones every 3 months.  Our assortments and color paks are custom blended and cannot be found anywhere else.  We offer more single color & design selections as well!   We try to keep our retail prices as low as possible and regularly offer many selected styles on sale.  We love this beautiful product!
 

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 Technical Information: 
  ~ Slices vary from 2mm to 30mm in diameter and thickness from 1/8 inch to 1/2 - 1" (also called 'Grand Tronconi').
 COE is 104 - compatible with Moretti Glass & Moretti rods.

Variations in size, color and thickness of all glass products are to be expected (some are opaque, opaque
with some transparency,  or totally transparent)
.  Because these are difficult to photograph, clear
 transparent may appear white in the catalog or the background color on-line.


 

                                                                    
          Approx. conversion to inches                            
                 5-6mm  =  1/8 in
                 7-8mm  =  3/16 in
               8-10mm  =  1/3  in
             10-12mm  =  3/8 in
             12-14mm  =   1/2   in
                   20mm  =   3/4  in
                   25mm  =    1    in

                                               


 

               Approx. pieces per one ounce
numbers vary depending on the design, shape and thickness of cut

           2-3mm           675-700    pcs.
           3-4mm           500-650    pcs.
           4-5mm           275-325    pcs.
           5-6mm           135-145    pcs.
           6-7mm         
   90-100    pcs.
           7-8mm               75-85    pcs
           8-10mm             45-55    pcs.
          10-12mm            25-35    pcs.
          12-14mm            18-20    pcs.
           14-16mm           10-12    pcs. 
           14-30mm ass't     8-12    pcs.

 

Millefiori Sizes


diagram of common bead sizes
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Mille slices per inch

 
 Size Approx. No  Per 1":
   
2mm 8.25
3mm 8.25
4mm 6.25
5mm 5
6mm 4.25
7mm 3.5
8mm 3.25
9mm 2.75
10mm 2.5
12mm 2
14mm 1.75
16mm 1.5
18mm 1.25

 

Mosaic Tip:  Tumbling Millefiori

Millefiori is hand cut from rods into slices, often resulting in uneven edges. The Grand Tronconi is cut with a saw which leaves a very rough edge. For fusers and bead-makers, who melt the glass, this is not an issue. However, if you would like a smoother look for your mosaic, tumble the millefiori in a rock tumbler, using fine grit, for as little as 4 hrs. (I do overnight with a fine grit).  Results vary depending on time and type grit.

Color will be enhanced but the finish will be matte.  If you want to restore a shine you need to continue with the polishing steps.  

This is a good source of information.  http://geology.com/rock-tumbler/rock-tumbler-grit.shtml 

photo by Kris Peterson, Murano, Italy
 

Effetre Catalog:

 ~ To view or download the Effetre catalog click here:   http://effetre.com/Murano/millefiori.html
scroll down and click on :  
Download catalogue Millefiori

The catalog represents the most popular designs made by
Effetre
, however, they do not have all of them available all the time.  We order whatever is available but not in every size.  Please let us know what you need and we will try to get it for you.  When we visit the factory often we can  acquire designs not in the catalog at all.  

 For this reason our offerings are ever-changing and, in all cases, may be limited in quantity.  Be sure to
order all you need or want.  Since millefiori is not returnable or exchangeable,  we happily provide free single  samples so you can make sure you will like it.  We cannot backorder - please do not order if it says 'OUT'.

 

~ More works can be seen on this site's Gallery page (click 'Gallery' at top of this page) ~

 

Thank You for visiting Murano Millefiori !

Murano Millefiori
P.O. Box 149724
Orlando, FL 32814-9724
(sorry, we do not have a storefront open to the public)
contact:  Michele@MuranoMillefiori.com
407.484.0645