I love Blenko Glass. It’s production glass with style. And check out this selection from the blog Mid-Centuria: Art, Design and Decor from Mid Century and Beyond…I’m in love!! What do you think. Are you a fan of Mid … Read More...
Glass Brings Palestinians and Israelis Together
Thanks first to the Gaffer Girls for posting this link on Facebook and then to The Glass Quarterly Hot Sheet blog for writing about it. There is so much turmoil in the middle east, especially with what’s going on in … Read More...
60th Anniversary of Corning Museum of Glass
Check out the Corning Museum of Glass’ web site to find out how you can help celebrate the museum’s 60th anniversary. How cool is that? They were established in 1951 and are planning a bunch of events throughout the year … Read More...
Emilio Santini – Italian Glass Artist in America
While looking around for something interesting to write today I found an article written about Emilio Santini, who is an exceptional glass artist and sculptor. The Corning Museum page on Facebook brought it to my attention. Go Corning…and go … 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...
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...
We Have a Winner!
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...
Glass Blowing Video with Thomas Long
I find glass blowing so fascinating to watch, but who doesn’t. I’ve tried the big boys version and realize why you don’t see nearly as many women participating in the sport as men. It requires an incredible amount of upper … Read More...
Pumpkin Time at Corning!
Got another glass pumpkin story! It’s that time of year and everyone must get ready! You can get a pumpkin over at Corning. You can choose from over 7000 different glass pumpkins. And you can buy online so you … Read More...
Geek Dad of Wired.com Takes the Kids to Corning
What a great story. A family discovers their love of glass through some Chihuly glass and winds up going to Corning to get the real experience. Making their own glass. When I saw this I just had to share it … Read More...
Hot Glass and Cold Beer at Public Glass
Are you in the Northern California area? Love glass? How about beer? Well if you like either or both you can head over to Public Glass in San Francisco and attend their festivities on August 21st from 6-10pm called Hot … Read More...
Corning Museum New Glass Review 32 Competition: Call for Entries
Here’s another posting from the Glass Art Society’s newsletter. It’s more information I think you should all know about. Check out The Corning Museum’s web site for everything you need to know about this contest. If you enter let us … Read More...
Introducing…The Glass Studio
I’ve been away from writing for a few too many days and want to apologize profusely. And on top of it this is a bit of shameless self promotion…but I can’t help myself since I’m rather excited about this news. … Read More...
Watch this Glass Blowing Video
I have always wanted to blow glass. I tried it a couple of times but soon realized that the learning curve was way too great. And I can achieve most of what I really want to create with kiln forming … Read More...
GAS Conference in Louisville Starts Tomorrow!
Of course I wish I could be there. And some of you feel exactly the same way. But we’ll be there in spirit. I’m talking about the GAS Conference in Louisville, KY. You can start on site registration today. And … Read More...
Degenerate Flame Off at Cornerstone Glass Has Happened!
Last week I mentioned in a post the Degenerate Flame Off being held at Cornerstone Glass in Eugene, OR May 28th-30th. Well, it’s come and gone but you’ve got to check out the slide show over in the Cornerstone web … Read More...
GlassFest is ON!! Go to Corning!!
It started last light! GlassFest in the Gaffer District of Corning, NY. I’m so jealous! It’s a four day weekend of glass. OH MY GOD!! Like I didn’t get enough over at Bullseye last week. And can I go a … Read More...