Jan
31
If you love buying handmade items for gifts, today, I have a resource for you! The Etsy Glass Artists Street Team. While I’m not proficient with all things Etsy, I believe that the Street Teams over there are groups of…
Jan
28
Have you ever wondered about glass casting? Here is a quick video that walks you through the basics. They make it look so easy.
Jan
27

This glass knob is evidence of what the Glass Artists Gallery holds. Knobs, sinks, tiles, wall art, sculpture, even furniture to name a few.
If you’re intrigued by glass and want more of it in your house, Glass Artists Gallery is the…
Jan
26
If you’re even remotely interested in jewelry and accessories I’m sure you know about the Pandora, Biaggi and Troll fad. They’re the bracelets that allow you to mix and match beads of your choosing. There are great sterling silver charm…
Jan
25

The Garden of Leah talks about how these glass figures emerged while doing demos at the Portland Saturday Market. I just love the delicate balance of the people suspended in the pose. Make sure to read her blog post about other…
Jan
24

Now here’s an interesting concept. Pay someone to smash stuff. I’m not talking about a dollar a hit at the county fair to sledge hammer a police car. (what? you’ve never heard of that?) I’m talking smashing delicate, breakable things. …
Jan
23

Yesterdays candle holder tutorial was simple. Todays is even more simple, but just as striking. The Sea Glass Journal walks you through the steps that will transform empty jars and a handful of sea glass into a stunning set of candlestick…
Jan
22

If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at a mosaic but have been intimidated at grouting something really large, here’s your chance! Follow the free tutorial at the styrofoam crafts page and voila! Mosaic’d sea glass in a jiffy.
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Jan
21

Have you ever wondered how to make a glass ice cream cone? I know I’ve lost sleep over it. Fret no more, Marcy Lamberson (Studio Marcy) just posted a great, free tutorial on her blog. You’ll need to know the…
Jan
21

Bead & Button is accepting submissions to Bead Dreams 2009. New this year is a glass lampwork category. Deadline for submissions is April 9, 2009. Mark your calendar, get to work and don’t miss out!
Jan
20

Now that’s an interesting concept, isn’t it? A snowman that is meant to soak up the sun. I love snowmen in all shapes, sizes and media and this little panel from Masters Art Glass makes me smile. Christine promises that he…
Jan
19

There is something about a bubble of glass magnifying and image below that is captivating. These glass pebble magnets were submitted to the craftgossip Flickr group by Daisy Mae Designs. There are many other pebble magnets there and you’ll see what…
Jan
18

That’s the caption on this Batman lamp that was submitted to the craftgossip suggest a link. I’m not sure what the rusted metal reference is as I believe this lamp is stained glass. Maybe the creator will come here and tell…
Jan
17

On a whim I recently bought a handcrafted fused night light at an art show. We have kids and we have to have night lights so why not let it be a piece of art in your home right?
I should…
Jan
16

I recently hosted an open studio event at the Fire and Friends Z art studio in Peoria, Arizona. It’s a wonderful space that is building its classes as well as being available for teachers to come in and teach their own…








