Most of the time the posts here are crafty or art oriented. Every once in awhile I have to post cool tidbits that are more technological. This is about solar power and glass roof tiles. Found this information on Facebook … Read More...
21 Top Tips for Mosaic from CMA
This such a great list of suggestions and tips for making your mosaics better. It’s from CMA and it’s a mosaic Christmas present. Some of the best mosaic artists around have contributed to this and I appreciate everything they have … Read More...
Sparkle Glitter Glass Ornaments by Crafty Chica
Love the Crafty Chica!! And I get to share a seasonal tutorial from her that uses glass ornaments! There’s no fire or kilns needed. Just glitter (Kathy loves glitter, but then who doesn’t? Except for one somebody that Kathy … Read More...
Free Goodies from Heather Trimlett
Heather Trimlett has always been one of my favorite bead makers out there. She was my inspiration when I began bead making and her meticulous handiwork at the torch keeps me forever inspired. I just received her newest newsletter and … Read More...
Art into Business – Anne Nye for D&L Art Glass
Business doesn’t come up much in my postings but D&L Art Glass has started this series with Anne Nye and it seems like a good thing to share with all of you. I personally make art for a living…for some … Read More...
The Passing of Boyce Lundstrom
Boyce Lundstrom was one of the founding members of Bullseye Glass and today while I was checking out the Paragon Kiln newsletter they mentioned his passing. I’ve never encountered him but have heard some interesting stories and the fact that … Read More...
Kiln Pointers From Paragon Kilns
It’s that time again for the Kiln Pointers newsletter from Paragon. There is always useful information regarding glass and kilns such as checking glass with Polarizing filters for compatibility. There’s also stories about the construction Paragon is doing at it’s … Read More...
Tutorial Time! Three in One Bead
I figured it was tutorial time and I was actually able to find some fresh tutorials to share. This one is from Starlight Designs and it’s a three in one bead. It’s like making three beads in one. You start … Read More...
DIY Snow Globe From A Mason Jar
What a cool thing to make for the holidays. A snow globe with miniatures inside. I found this how-to over at SaltTree, a very cool blog. They have some cool tutorials and stuff there but this one uses glass … Read More...
Jason Gamrath – Glass Artist…Daily Art Muse
We can thank Daily Art Muse for todays post. Jason Gamrath is the featured artist and he’s makes the most wonderful glass flowers…but really large glass flowers. Gorgeous glass flowers. He’s a young glass artist and as the Daily Art … Read More...
Spirit of 96 at Pacific Art Glass
It’s time for the Spirit of 96 shin dig at Pacific Art Glass for those of you in Southern California. It’s this Saturday, Dec 8th and there will be glass and roll ups and a raffle and specials on Spectrum … Read More...
Watch Live Glass Making at the Museum of Glass
Today I missed a live feed of Dante Marioni blowing glass at the Museum of Glass. I saw pictures of him working on Facebook but didn’t look into more. I sure wish I had since I would have probably … Read More...
BECon 2013 Registration is Open…Tomorrow
Heads up! Tomorrow BECon 2013, Chroma Culture opens registration. This upcoming conference sounds amazing! It’s about color. That’s why I do glass…color. Is there any other reason? Last BECon was one of the most empowering experiences I’ve had so … Read More...
BellaDonna Silver Glass
Almost every lampworker out there knows Arrow Springs and its founder Donna Milliron. Well Donna also has a line of silver glass called BellaDonna Glass. It’s very yummy and beautiful and easy to work with. She has the batches … Read More...
New Stuff from Bronwen Heilman
Just got Bronwen Heilman’s newest newsletter. It’s always so inspiring to see what she’s working on. Well this time it’s some great jewelry utilizing recycled bike inner tubes. OMG! So cool!! I want a bracelet. Between the colors and the … Read More...
Goodbye Kronos…It’s Been Fun!
Double Helix is having to discontinue Kronos. It’s hard to type with tear filled eyes…OK, I’m not really crying, but I am very sad about this news. Kronos is being discontinued due to the fact that Vetrofond is discontinuing production … Read More...
Glaskolben Tutorial…Time for Christmas Ornaments
‘Tis the season. Thanks giving has passed and the shopping season has begun. One of the glass goodies I’m making for the season are ornaments…and I’m going to post tutorials for all of you so you too can make ornaments … Read More...
Jan Rosen – Glass Artist…Thanks Daily Art Muse
A big thanks to Daily Art Muse for showing us the wonderful blown glass animals by Jan Rosen
. As you all know if you read a lot of my posts, I love fine art glass. And Jan Rosen’s work … Read More...
Drowning…a Sculpture by Judith Schaechter
I’ve written about Judith Schaechter before in regards to her fine art stained glass work. This post is about her glass sculpture, Drowning. It’s a very cool piece. This is a first for her and a wonderful first at that. … Read More...
Blowing a Lampwork Vessel…a Video
I’ve been making more and more lampwork glass vessels and I do teach a cool little class on the subject. I thought it might be cool to share a tutorial with you. I found this one by asking Mr. Google. … Read More...