An apparatus for forming an optical fiber device comprising at least one optical fiber includes a mold having a forming surface, means for heating the mold or the optical fiber, and an insert defining at least one optical fiber locator passage for guiding at least one optical fiber toward the forming surface. According to the invention, a tilting mirror that can be pivoted about a tilting axis is provided in the projection beam path and is connected to drive elements that supply the pivoting movements. A user is capable of holding a vessel with beverage and snack, so that it is possible to enhance a user’s convenience and activity.