BlueBird Glass Annealing Paragon Kiln (COPIED FROM BLUEBIRD XL)

PARAGON BLUEBIRD: Compact, Capable, and Made for Beadmaking

The PARAGON BLUEBIRD is a compact, high-performance kiln designed specifically for glass bead artists who need dependable annealing in a smaller footprint. With a 20” wide working space and dual bead doors, this kiln is ideal for solo beadmakers, shared studios, or traveling instructors who need reliable performance in a portable size.

Whether you're annealing soft glass beads or pre-heating rods during live flameworking, the PARAGON BLUEBIRD is built to protect your creations and enhance your workflow.

Designed for Precision, Built for Everyday Use

Inside, the BLUEBIRD features a high-tech ceramic fiber firing chamber, allowing for fast, efficient heating and reduced thermal mass. The top-mounted sinusoidal (“wavy”) embedded element sits closer to the surface than traditional coiled elements, enabling more direct and even heat—ideal for quick recovery times and longer element life.

The 2” x 10” double bead doors (total 20" wide) offer excellent access to the chamber, and each is equipped with rare-earth magnets to hold them open as needed. Thicker 1” ceramic fiber doors provide both insulation and structural durability.

On the front of the kiln, a slotted stainless steel mandrel holder cradles up to 20 mandrels with precision. A built-in glass rod warmer on the top of the kiln helps reduce shock and save time when transitioning between rods.

Ergonomic, Efficient Design

Every aspect of the PARAGON BLUEBIRD has been considered with the bead artist in mind:

• A sloped, space-saving control panel is mounted below the firing chamber for easy access, even when working at close range.

• Phenolic door knobs stay cool to the touch during long firing sessions.

• The kiln sits on a two-layer steel base, with rubber mar-proof feet and heat-dissipating slots to keep your work surface cool and protected.

• A safety switch on the front panel allows you to quickly power off the controller when not in use or to reboot if needed.

Sentinel Digital Control 

The user-friendly Sentinel TouchXpress Touchscreen Controller maintains the annealing temperature. Program it for the length of time desired. Adjust the cooling rate through the annealing range. The controller is packed with features but is so easy to use that your child could program it.

The Ideal Kiln for:

• Individual lampworkers and beadmakers working in soft glass

• Instructors who need a portable annealing kiln for workshops or seminars

• Artists with limited studio space seeking maximum performance in a compact form

• Beginners looking for a reliable kiln to grow with their skills

Standard Features:

• Sentinel TouchXpress Touchscreen Controller

• Dual 2” x 10” bead doors (total 20” width)

• High-performance ceramic fiber chamber with embedded wavy element

• Adjustable slotted stainless steel mandrel holder (up to 20 mandrels)

• Glass rod warmer on top

• Rare-earth magnets to hold doors open

• Phenolic cool-touch door knobs

• Front safety switch for controller power

• Rubber mar-proof feet

• Operates on standard 120V household outlet (1500 watts)

• Ships via UPS/FedEx in protective packaging

Built with Pride in Mesquite, Texas

Every Paragon kiln is handcrafted in Mesquite, Texas by a dedicated team of skilled craftsmen and craftswomen. With decades of experience behind us, we take pride in building kilns that deliver lasting performance, precision, and peace of mind.

From our engineers to our assembly team, we stand behind every kiln we make—because we know what it means to invest in your craft. When you choose Paragon, you're not just buying a kiln—you're gaining the backing of a company that truly cares about your success.