Received their email newsletter today and they’re having a sale. the first of the year. And everything is 30% off…well almost everything. You’ll have to check out they’re site for the things that aren’t on sale. But most of everything … Read More...
Super Easy Super Cute Glass Mosaic Tutorial
Sometimes I find myself writing about a lot of glass news that’s for a more advanced crowd. I can’t help myself…that kind of stuff fascinates me so of course I think you’ll be interested too. But I realize sometimes that … Read More...
Glass Craft & Bead Expo
It’s that time of year again…well soon, that is. Glass Craft & Bead Expo in Las Vegas is coming. This year it’s being held March 30th – April 3rd, again at South Point Hotel and Casino. If you haven’t gone … Read More...
American Mosaic Summit in Austin, Texas
The dates are February 16-20, 2011. The place Austin, TX. The event, American Mosaic Summit, The 10th Annual SAMA Conference. Are you going? I sure wish I was. I’ll be at my store…if you go give me a report … Read More...
Wigwag from a Vitrigraph Pot!
I was playing here at The Glass Studio with some solo vitrigraph and I have to say I was delighted with the experience! For those of you not familiar with vitrigraph please check out iglasssolutions.com and learn all about it. … Read More...
Mosaics According to Wikipedia
First I ask Mr. Google…then run over to Mr. Wikipedia…ahh, the internets! I get a kick out of seeing what Wikipedia says about a given subject or individual and occasionally share it with my readers. Today we’re going to see … Read More...
Mosaic Madness? This is not madness!
The LA Times did a story on the “mosaic madness”, good madness we all agree, in the home of artists Jolino Bessera and his partner David Edward Byrd. Jolino has created the most wonderful mosaics throughout their house in Silverlake, … Read More...
Quick Profile – Martin Cheek, Mosaic Artist
I’ve been introduced to Martin Cheek by my good friend Leigh Adams. Martin is a published author on the subject of mosaics and makes the most wonderful and whimsical pieces. He’s based in the UK but does have an upcoming … Read More...
And the Winner is…
Entering to win the copy of Stylish Mosaics has closed. There were quite a few of you that entered to win. I sure do wish I had more than one book to send out…the winner will be randomly drawn and … Read More...
Instructables Tutorial – Convex Glass Tiles from Bottles
I love the web site Instructables…DIY goodies for all types. The re-purposer…the robot geek and other geeks for that matter…and every so often they have something that works right here. Today it’s tiles made from bottles. So cool I … Read More...
Isaiah Zagar – Master Mosaic Artist
His work makes me smile. And I’m sure it makes the people of Philadelphia smile when they see the incredible mosaic work of Isaiah Zagar. That’s where he is based and the city has benefitted greatly from him being … Read More...
The World of Uroboros Glass
There are a number of different glass manufacturers out there in the wonderful world of glass. I talk about Bullseye quite a bit but there’s another glass maker in Portland, OR. Uroboros Glass makes glass for all types of glass … Read More...
25 Beautiful Mosaics Around the World
Via Sonia King Mosaic and Facebook a link to the 25 Beautiful Mosaics of the World was brought to my attention. It lives on the Huffington Post and it is true, these are some of the most beautiful mosaics in … Read More...
Adhesives for Glass from Streuter Technologies
At the beginning of the year I blogged about Streuter Technologies products after encountering them at both CHA, The Craft and Hobby Association Show and then in Las Vegas at Glasscraft . My good friend and glass goddess, Leigh Adams … Read More...
Last Hours of the 35% Off Sale at Maryland Mosaics
It ends at midnight Wednesday, November 10th. It’s the last sale of the year over at Maryland Mosaics. There are a few limitations on what’s for sale but I’m sure you can find something to satisfy your mosaic needs. … Read More...
Rare Opal Irids from Bullseye
Iridescent Opal glass from Bullseye doesn’t come around often but it’s available now while supplies last. They sound so beautiful. I think irrid glass is so lovely to use and to be able to get it in turquoise or green … Read More...
Art Glass Show at Howeeduzzit Gallery this Sunday
A bit of glass and a bit of gourds. And a bit of shameless self promotion…there’s a group show in the Los Angeles area at the Howeeduzzit Gallery this Sunday, October 31 from 11-5. I happen to have some of … Read More...
Crash Glass Mosaic Tutorial
I’m in the midst of three different mosaic projects so I’ve got it on the brain. Of course there are beads in the kiln as well as tiles and more glass for mosaics…what can I say, I’m a busy girl. … Read More...
Ruslan Sergeev – Mosaic Playground
My friend Leigh Adams, who I’ve mentioned many times here, told me about the most amazing mosaic artist that I had to share with all of you. His name is Ruslan Sergeev and he is a Russian artist whose work … Read More...
Amazing Mosaic Work by Rachel Sager
Through SAMA, Society of American Mosaic Artists I found out about mosaic artist, Rachel Sager and her amazing art. She recently won Best in Show in Mystic Art Center‘s Art in Pieces show “Hemispheres”. The exhibition runs from … Read More...