Smiths Little Torches are easy to add into your set up and can be used for close up, precise work. Martin shows how easy it is, with splitter kits, how easy it would be to cut one in at home yourself.
Smiths Little Torch:
https://tuffnellglass.com/contents/en-uk/d29539_Smiths-Little-Torch-and-Accessories.html
Splitter kits:
https://tuffnellglass.com/contents/en-uk/d100.html
Glass nippers (Can also use pliers):
https://tuffnellglass.com/contents/en-uk/p270.html