If an artist said they wanted to create a piece that “somehow contradicted the norm” would you think that death in stained glass would be it?

I would say that Zach Johnson has achieved his goal in his study on … Read More...

You probably have seen glass basin sinks in your home improvement stores and popping up everywhere you visit. It always makes me happy to see real artists work being used in this fashion, as opposed to the big box store … Read More...

There are so many mass made toggle clasps out there and they really are great solutions to finishing your jewelry pieces. But why not find something unique like this to ensure that your jewelry creation is definitely one of a … Read More...

I think it’s funny how critical artists can be of themselves.  And I can say that because I do the same thing.

Check out these beads on Etsy by Dragynsfyre.  She says they’re discolored.  I say they’re perfect and … Read More...

Last year it was chickens, this year I think it’s going to be owls.

Everywhere I turn I’m seeing owls. Check out these glass bead earrings listed on Etsy by RachelRose. Adorable, yes?

Learn how to make a fuzzy santa mitten with this pattern from Glass Fusing Made Easy.

“I can sum this book up in two words: visual feast!” That’s what Heather Powers says in book review her review over at the Art Bead Scene.

I have this book and I’d have to agree.  Designing … Read More...

This is a picture of a glass bead bazaar in Nepal, as shared by Olga Rani on her blog.  She says that even in Nepal they import beads from around the world.  Click through to see the full stall … Read More...

Not is this string of hand blown (mouth blown?) lights delightful for any decorative holiday display, they’re powered by solar energy!

You can find them at furniturehomedesign.com.

Who knew a collection of one item could be so diverse?

Heth over at the Slaton Christmas Blog shares a bit of her Christmas Tree collection which includes this beautiful blown glass rendition. What a great taste of tradition with … Read More...

Bouf (“boof”) is a site that pairs up homeware and gift designers in the UK. What a great concept!

This custom chandelier by Elin Isaksson is a great example of functional art; fantastic glass blowing with metal work for an … Read More...

Be sure to check out the Bazaar Bizarre this Sunday (Dec 7th) at the Castle in Boston.  While there, be sure to stop by Jenine Bressner Fireworks booth and see her glass beads and jewelry!  It looks like there are … Read More...

Liz Cram’s Mosaic Chair was part of the Shards of Color Mosaic Exhibition 2008 in Australia, as highlighted by the Mosaic Art Source Blog.  For more fantastic mosaic work, be sure to check out both of those links!

I can’t believe it’s December already.  And you know what December means.  It’s officially time to get into the holiday blogging spirit.  So here goes…

Deanna Chase presents her Christmas Queen.  Read her blog and see what happens when … Read More...

Aren’t these glass beads amazing?  Holy candy rainbow lentil beads!  Laura Sparling has outdone herself.  Be sure to sift through her blog and see the others she’s been cookin’ up.

If you know about glass beads you know that it … Read More...

Check out the video of a glass ornament being blown over at Atlantic Art Glass in Maine.

and be sure to buy handmade this season!

Did you know that if you melt one piece of glass with another piece of glass that it could explode after it’s cool?  That happens when two glasses are not compatible.  They melt and cool at different rates which causes … Read More...

Yes, I said it.  Adorable beads.

Not usually a cutesy person, I love these perfect little winter beads that fit on your Pandora bracelets.   They’re from Melanie Egan of Moonraker Lampwerks and you will definitely want to peruse her site … Read More...

I love the idea of stained glass ornaments for the Christmas tree.  The beauty of stained glass is that the sun shines through it and lights it up in magical ways.  What about in front of the sparkling lights … Read More...

I’ve made the commitment to buy handmade again this year and I thought I’d pass on to you some of the great gift ideas that I come across on line.

Most of you probably know someone who is a candle … Read More...