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 love incorporating decals into my glass pieces—they add such a unique layer of detail and personality. Over the past year, I’ve used them on everything from candle shields and night lights to jewelry, and each project takes on a whole new life with their addition. Decals come in a […]
✨ Why I Love Making Fused Glass Hearts! Fused glass hearts have always held a special place in my studio. I’ve written about them before, but every time I sit down to create a new batch, I’m reminded why I enjoy them so much. Hearts are universal—they symbolize love, connection, […]
During my shows, I always do a drawing for anyone who signs up for my newsletter. At the Woodland Park Art Show in August, Erin was the lucky winner of the $25 prize! When I asked what she’d like, she decided on a fused glass night light. I showed her […]
This blog should come as no surprise to anyone — hi, my name is Karen, and I’m completely addicted to glass, especially fused glass! I love everything about it — creating new pieces, experimenting with colors and textures, and teaching others how to fuse their own glass art. Whether it’s […]
I absolutely love creating fused glass pocket hearts—each one is a tiny symbol of love, hope, and kindness. Over the years, I’ve written numerous blog posts about the hearts I’ve created, gifted, and donated. Recently, I decided to donate a large batch of hearts to a truly deserving group of […]
Back in June, I shared a blog post all about my fascination with glow glass—glass that stores light and glows in the dark, adding a magical touch to any fused glass piece. I featured some of my favorite fused glass creations in that post, and today I’m excited to expand […]
I truly enjoy going through my fused glass pieces and giving them a little extra charm by adding decals. It’s such a fun and creative way to elevate a piece and make it even more meaningful. Here’s one of my recent favorites—it’s both beautiful and uplifting. I started with a […]
This blog post is a two-for-one treat: first, I’m diving back into one of my all-time favorite vintage curiosities—uranium glass (also known as Vaseline glass), I’ll show you the glowing creations I made from a rather dull-looking uranium plate I picked up not too long ago. If you’ve read my […]
I absolutely love creating fused glass pocket hearts. There’s something magical about taking pieces of glass and transforming them into something so deeply meaningful. These fused glass hearts are more than just pretty—they represent kindness, connection, and care. Every time I sit down in my studio to make them, I […]
At work, we have an AI expert who not only uses artificial intelligence daily but also teaches others how to make the most of it. When I asked him about it, he said, “If you’re not using AI, you’re behind the power curve.” That got me thinking. I started experimenting […]
I was going through some of my older pieces and decided to change them up a bit. First, I found some poker guards that didn’t really fit as poker guards. So I changed the 3 of them to large snaps. I love the tree of life. I made it into […]
