This blog features two months of advanced fused glass classes with three of my talented returning students—Cindy, Jim, and Julie. Since these classes combined both April and May sessions, this is going to be a fun and interesting post filled with experimentation, creativity, and lots of advanced techniques. One of […]
During May, I had a very special fused glass class that brought together a wonderful mix of students—Shana and Jase her son, along with two sisters Mary and Jane. Even though they had never met before class, they all got along perfectly. One of the things I love most about […]
During the last week of April, I had the pleasure of hosting a wonderful, fused glass class with Julie, Lacey, Stephanie, and Kari. What made this class especially fun was that they weren’t just students—they were friends and family spending creative time together. There’s something extra special about laughter, encouragement, […]
There’s something really special about a class that brings together both experienced glass artists and brand-new beginners. My morning class was the perfect mix! Kim and her daughter Brittney are seasoned fusers who are always ready to jump into creative ideas and try new techniques, while Aimee and Chris were […]
Recently, I’ve been seeing more and more bee dishes designed to help our busy little pollinators, and it inspired me. With spring just around the corner, I thought it would be the perfect time to share some of my fused glass dishes created with Bees in mind. These are all […]
With Spring just around the corner, I felt inspired to create some fused glass flowers. I had these pieces sitting in my studio for quite some time, just waiting for the right idea to come along. Finally, it clicked—why not turn them into something bright and cheerful? Once I shaped […]
As spring approaches, I thought it would be the perfect time to share a couple of my fused glass suncatchers. For these pieces, I used transparent glass to really let the light shine through and highlight the vibrant colors and playful details. Each section catches the light a little differently, […]
Normally, when I hold a class, I have a minimum of three students. However, this month I had a cozy class with just two lovely women, Jessica and Jenna. It was their first time fusing, and there’s something truly special about that first experience. As always, we began by reviewing […]
This month, I had the absolute pleasure of hosting another advanced fusing class with Jim, Julie, and Cindy—three talented artists who each have their own kilns and a real passion for pushing their skills to the next level. I love working with this group because they’re always ready to experiment, […]
I have the following classes available in April. In the photos you’ll see show only a small sampling — there are truly a myriad of possibilities, including pieces perfect for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Birthdays, and more. Every class allows plenty of flexibility so you can personalize your project and […]
I had the absolute pleasure of welcoming Kim and Karmen back into the studio for another fused glass class—and let me tell you, these two never disappoint. They’re both incredibly talented, and it’s always exciting to see what they’ll create next. Even though they’re seasoned students, we still start the […]
At the end of last month, I had a wonderful class with two new students, Julie and Christa, along with a returning student, Glenda. We began the class the way I always do — by reviewing studio safety and completing the required liability forms. Once the paperwork was taken care […]
I absolutely love hosting private fused glass classes with returning students. They already know what to expect, they understand the basics, and we can dive right into creating without hesitation. There’s a comfort and ease in those classes that feels so natural. This was one of those days. Kim has […]
I had fabulous class this month with Kendra, Nicki, and Erin— all new to fused glass. I always love welcoming beginners into the studio. There’s something special about that first experience. As always, we began by reviewing studio safety and completing the required liability forms. Once the paperwork was handled, […]
