I ran out of time in February to highlight some of the molds I used throughout the month, so I thought I’d circle back and start with the one that inspired several of the pieces I created. This mold first appeared in my January projects, and it quickly became one […]
I’ve blogged many times about my fused glass votives — also known as handkerchief vases — and for good reason. I truly love making them. Over the years, I’ve created a wide variety of styles, colors, and designs, and each one feels a little different from the last. From soft […]
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’ve shared a few posts about my Advanced Reactions class before, but this one had its own special kind of chaos — the good kind. I set things up a little differently than usual. Right when they walked in, the liability forms and the table was covered in molds. Not […]
I have the following classes available in February. In the photos you’ll see show only a small sampling — there are truly a myriad of possibilities, including pieces perfect for Valentine’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day, and more. Every class allows plenty of flexibility so you can personalize your project and […]
In December, I taught an advanced reactions fused glass class, and in preparation I created a whole collection of sample pieces. I promised my students that I would not only show them how to make reaction-rich glass blanks but also show them examples of how those pieces could be transformed […]
I absolutely love making fused glass Christmas ornaments. There’s just something magical about turning a little piece of glass into a tiny holiday treasure. These are a few ornaments I made and finished just after Christmas last year — and I’m only now getting around to sharing them. (Better late […]
One of my absolute favorite things to make is fused glass nightlights and votives. They’re small, cheerful pieces that instantly add warmth and personality to any home — perfect for a cozy corner, a bedside table, a kitchen counter, or a softly lit hallway. I love them because they’re both […]
Earlier this month, I shared a blog post about all the preparation that went into teaching an advanced fused glass reactions class. Now it’s time to talk about the class itself. This session was made up of three of my advanced students — Jim, Julie, and Cindy — who were […]
January is a busy work month for me, but I still wanted to make sure I offered a few opportunities to get creative in my fused glass studio. While my schedule is a bit tighter than usual, I do have four fused glass class options available — and I’m really […]
Normally, when I teach a class, they’re fairly straightforward projects — ornaments, vases, nightlights, dishes, and similar pieces — using basic supplies like vitrigraph, dots, and murrine. But after 18 years of fusing, my relationship with glass has naturally evolved. It may sound a little bold to say, but over […]
Aspens are one of my favorite art pieces I make in fused glass. Living in Colorado, I’m surrounded by these lovely trees, and I never get tired of their movement, their quiet beauty, or the way they change with the seasons. I also love incorporating the animals we’re lucky to […]
December is always a busy month, and this year is no exception! I’m out of town the first weekend, but I still wanted to make sure there were plenty of opportunities to create something special before Christmas. Whether you’re making a gift, treating yourself, or planning a creative outing with […]
One of the things I love most about fused glass is its incredible ability to transform—again and again. A few months ago, I shared a blog post about the vase in the first picture (and another piece that was a beautiful shade of blue, though I can’t seem to find […]
