If you live in the greater South West and are looking for some amazing classes in the art of kiln forming, also known as fusing, then check out what Bullseye’s Santa Fe, NM resource center has to offer. I … 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...
Bullseye Gallery – Klaus Moje
The newest gallery show at Bullseye in Portland, OR is Klaus Moje, Constructed. It will be on display from December 1 – January 22, 2011. Klaus is one of the most important and influential figures in kiln formed glass. … Read More...
David Patchen – Blown Glass
The Gaffer Girls posted some pictures of David Patchen’s work and I just had to share it with all of you guys. His work is absolutely gorgeous. He does roll-ups which is a blowing technique that has always fascinated me. … Read More...
Brazee Street Studios Make and Bake – Votive Sandblast
If you’re in the Cincinnati area of Ohio and are looking for a fun, simple project the Brazee Street Studio has a good one. It’s soon though so you better sign up. It’s part of their on going Make and … 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...
Hot Glass Houston Makes Me Want to Go to Texas…
I love a well rounded glass facility that encourages exploration and good times and Hot Glass Houston looks like one of those places. A great assortment of classes and supplies to provide the people of the Houston area with everything … Read More...
Big Sale at Frantz Art Glass
The deals are hot and so is Mike…hee hee! But seriously folks, if you’re a lampworker they’ve got some deals for you over at Frantz Art Glass. I’ll be placing an order first thing in the morning. Not only … Read More...
Vitrigraph…Dancing with Glass
Since opening up my store/studio I’ve been blessed to acquire some very cool pieces of equipment. The newest addition to the studio is my vitrigraph kiln outfitted with a Turbo Top and hung on the wall with a Turbo Lift. … Read More...
Bullseye Posts Winter Class Schedule
The new class schedule for winter has been posted on the Bullseye web site. Looks like a great roster of classes too. There’s pate de verre and image transfer and demos and lectures and even vitrigraph…I need a trip to … 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...
Glassblowing According to Wikipedia…
I find wikipedia fascinating. So much information. It’s been a little while since we’ve visited wikipedia so I thought a bit of glass blowing information might be good. And they’ve got it. A lot of it. Good pictures and history … 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...
What’s Happenin’ at Public Glass
They say “What’s hot at Public Glass“, but doesn’t that also mean what’s happenin’? They have their Hot Glass and Cold Beer regular events that can give Bay Area residents a taste of glass. And then they have a … Read More...
Bullseye Santa Fe – Upcoming Events and Other Goodies…
If you’re in the Santa Fe, NM area head on over to Bullseye. They have some new curious and special color glass in stock as well as some very interesting classes and special events lined up. Is Santa … Read More...
Building a Glass Studio…giggle giggle!
I saw this video on Facebook and really couldn’t stop laughing. It’s called “Building a Glass Studio”. For anyone that wants a glass studio or knows someone who wants a glass studio you’ll understand. And since I just opened … Read More...