Summer may be winding down, but I’m not quite ready to give up the sunshine! I love making suncatchers because they’re meant to do exactly what their name says—catch the light and add a little color and happiness to a window. For this one, I went bright and cheerful, layering […]
Sometimes I don’t need a complicated plan—I just start making little pieces of glass and see where they take me! For these first three pieces, I started with handmade glass flowers and then used glass paint to add stems and other details. I added leaves, little bits of green glass […]
I had some handmade copper glass in my studio that I had created using glass and copper sparkle paint, and I decided it was finally time to put it back into use! Previously, I turned the glass into these fused glass nightlights, using a couple of different techniques for the […]
I have the following classes available in September. In the photos you’ll see show only a small sampling — there are truly a myriad of possibilities, including pieces perfect for Christmas, Birthdays, and more. Every class allows plenty of flexibility so you can personalize your project and make something uniquely […]
I always love welcoming students into my fused glass studio, especially when I have a mix of returning students and someone new. Before we start creating, everyone completes the required liability forms—not the most exciting part of fused glass class, but we have to get the paperwork out of the […]
Another Woodland Park Mountain Arts Festival is in the books! I want to send a huge thank you to everyone who stopped by my booth over the weekend. I loved seeing familiar faces, meeting new people, visiting with former students, and talking with so many people who enjoy handmade art. […]
When I create these small, fused glass pieces, I didn’t know what they’d eventually become—a nightlight, suncatcher, votive, or simply a little piece of art. I just start creating and see where the glass takes me! The first piece shown here was made using pressed glass and colorful glass dots, […]
Sometimes a piece of glass is so pretty that it really doesn’t need a complicated design. This beautiful pink and white Bullseye glass is a perfect example. I love the soft movement of the pink flowing through the creamy white—it almost looks like watercolor or wisps of pink floating across […]
Most of my fused glass classes are held right here in my home studio, where I keep the classes small with a maximum of five students. I love teaching this way because everyone gets plenty of individual attention, time to explore the studio, and help creating a piece that is […]
It was another wonderful day in the studio as I welcomed Jutta and Kim back for another fused glass adventure while meeting Jennifer, who was experiencing fused glass for the very first time. As always, we began by completing the liability forms before settling in for a day of creativity. […]
One of the things I truly enjoy about my fused glass business is creating custom production pieces for hotels and restaurants. This latest order was for a hotel in California that wanted beautiful blue fused glass soap dishes for its guest rooms. While the finished dishes may look simple and […]
There’s something special about spending a summer weekend in the mountains surrounded by incredible artists, live music, delicious food, and thousands of people who appreciate handmade creations. I’m excited to announce that I’ll be exhibiting at the 41st Annual Mountain Arts Festival in Woodland Park on August 8–9 at beautiful […]
I always enjoy welcoming both new and returning students into my studio, and this class was no exception! As everyone arrived, we began by completing the liability forms and getting settled in before the creativity began. Then it was time for one of my favorite traditions—each student selected a patriotic […]
Several years ago, I created a custom fused glass nightlight inspired by the beautiful stained-glass windows of a church. It became one of my favorite custom nightlights because it combined timeless architecture with the warmth and glow that only glass can provide. Recently, the customer reached out with a wonderful […]
