How fun is this lattice work in glass? (Click through to see the whole piece.) It’s a great fused bowl that I could definitely see on my counter. You see…I have a problem with cluttered counter tops. But if I … Read More ...
RIP Glass Halloween Beads
I found these while scouring the internet for fun and funky Halloween glass art for you. RIP beads are on Whitney Street Studios glassartists.org page from back in 2004! So, you probably won’t find them on their web site but … Read More ...
Fused Bottles Make Snappy Houseware Gifts
Learn how to melt bottles in your kiln to make decorative home accessories. Whether it be a cheese platter, a spoon holder or wind chimes, fused bottles are sure to be a conversation piece…especially if you make them yourself! Decorate … Read More ...
Stained Glass Pumpkins on Etsy
Being an October baby, fall is my favorite month. Somehow though, it’s just not the same in the middle of the hot, dusty desert. So, every September as I try to remember the smell of changing leaves and smoke from … Read More ...
Fun Glass Bat Beads
Unlike the more realistic bat fan pull that I showed earlier in the week, here are some fun bats that I found on the Mermaid’s Tale blog. There’s still time to make your perfect Halloween bracelet.
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Juicy Halloween beads from Beads by Laura in the UK. Purple and lime green are the new orange and black of Halloween. Be sure to visit Laura’s blog and follow her glass bead creations.
… Read More ...Sculpted Glass Heads
I’ve always been intrigued by sculpture. Add to that my love of glass and I can’t get enough. See more stunning glass work by Kurt Carlson and Lynda Pownall-Carlson over on the Naples Open Studio Tour site. While there, scroll … Read More ...
Glass Bat Fan Pull for Halloween
Just in time for Halloween I found a great fan pull made out of glass and in the shape of a bat. Not the cartoony black bats but the real thing. The fun thing about it is that it’s made … Read More ...
Learn Torchwork for Fusing in Portland, Oregon.
Learn how to make delicate components to add to your fusing by using a torch. The Aquila Glass School in Portland Oregon has class on October 20th. The above photo is taken from the blog of the teacher, The Garden … Read More ...
Valerie Adams Fused Glass
Fused glass isn’t just for plates and jewelry. Check out Valerie Adams Glass. Funky birds and cats appear to be a versatile decoration. Perhaps plant sticks? Sun Catchers? Drink stirs? Whatever you use them for, they’ll add a splash … Read More ...
Daniel Campbell Painted Glass
The Lazy Daisy blog highlights the painted glass works of Daniel Campbell in the UK. With his use of bright, vibrant colors I can see why people would be standing in line to commission his pieces.
… Read More ...Glass Art and Bead Festival in Hawaii
Do you need a reason to go to Hawaii? Does one ever need a reason to go to Hawaii? Start planning now for the SoftFlex Glass Art and Bead Festival. March 6-8 at the Ward Warehouse in Honolulu. Be … Read More ...
Installing a Chihuly Chandelier.
Have you ever wondered what it takes to assemble and install one of those Chihuly chandeliers? Check out the video on the Museum of Glass’ web site. They’ll show you how to do it in under 30 seconds.
Florence Niven – Divas in Glass
What a stylish expression in glass! From graphic design to fused glass, Florence Niven elevates the medium to Diva status with her Diva brooches. Read her interview on chicgalleria.com and be sure to stop by her Etsy store to pick … Read More ...
Opera Singing Lampworker
Now you can say you’ve seen it all. A glass worker that sings opera while they’re at the torch.
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