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  • Bird of Paradise Flower How-to

    As seen in my, Painting with Frit Video. Tropical flowers, with their vivid colors and striking shapes have always been a favorite subject for my glass art. The bird of paradise flower is especially fun. Thanks to its easily recognizable profile, I can render it in fantasy colors knowing the image will remain familiar and… Read more

  • Sculptural Fused Glass 4-Day Workshop

    Last week I had a blast making sculptural fused glass art with a fun group of creative, enthusiastic glass artists. We jumped right in on day 1 and had free flows firing before lunch. The students then designed, built and loaded 2 more projects in waiting kilns. On day 2, the students changed the shape… Read more

  • Hearts on Fire How-to

    What better way to share the love this month than with dazzling, hand-crafted glass hearts. You’re going to love these fast, fun, easy-to-make cookie cutter heart table-toppers. Beyond the obvious quick construction time and the design-as-you-go attraction, these little darlings are so much more. These hearts may be small, but they have a lot they… Read more

  • Crack the Case –Your Guide to What Went Wrong Inside Your Kiln

    Crack the Case –Your Guide to What Went Wrong Inside Your Kiln

    What went wrong? The answer is right there in front of you. You just have to recognize what your broken glass is telling you. Read more

  • Scaly Alligators, Pink Spoonbills and Theatrical Turtles, Oh Yeah!

    Amazing, beautiful wonders waited for me around every turn. We glided upriver with the ease of sharp skates on ice, paddling just enough to keep our canoe’s forward momentum steady. It only took a few minutes on the river to forget unfinished chores, dinner plans and upcoming jobs. As the thumping road noise from the… Read more

  • Glass Fusing 101-Beyond Basics

    Great glass work is the product of a strong foundation and knowledge base. So, let’s go back to the basics and make sure you’re clear on the fundamentals that produce consistent, high quality artwork. Fusing Fundamentals-Beyond Basics Wherever you are in your glass fusing journey, newbie or advanced artisan, I believe we can all benefit… Read more