Reminds Me of Jade

This glass cab does remind me of jade. It was cast in a mold from bigger pieces of frit (crushed glass) so it has very few (if any!) visible bubbles. I scored around the edge and wrapped it in sterling silver wire that also forms the bail. I am not sure if I will use this as a focal bead in a necklace or if I will list it on Etsy as a supply for one of the very talented beaded jewelry designers to consider purchasing.

Perfect Fit

When I look at my collection of clovers, I am often amazed at how they seem to elude fitting into the settings that I have to work with. Note to self: learn to make bezels. :)

This clover pressed so nicely **and** it fit in this sterling silver adjustable bezel ring. I have it on a layer of white resin with a thick clear resin cap. It is really nice. I would wear it to Las Vegas!

Musical Glass

I tend to work tiny with glass, but I find myself more and more interested in designing larger pieces. This wind chime combines so much of what I love about working with glass. Glass mixes well with metal and here I have copper wire that was formed into jump rings, copper sheet that was worked into the hanger, chain that holds it securely in the breeze. The glass is transparent, and makes the most beautiful sound when it moves and bumps into its neighbor...no need for an "excuse me" here....these pieces of glass need to be a bit clumsy in order to make their music. These are custom order pieces and can be a visual and auditory delight either inside or outside of your home.

Autism Awareness

I have created these autism awareness fused glass pendants and would love to find a group that wants to do a fundraiser using them for autism awareness. Let me know if you have any ideas! I have worked with many individuals from preschool through age 21 with autism, as well as with their families. Awareness is so important. Those with autism are awesome. You just need to be willing to follow them whenever possible. They can teach us so much.

Where is Spring?!!

The weather here in New Jersey is so chilly...I can't wait for Spring. I have been busy creating with my stash of glass. I love cutting the shapes and putting them together...shape, color then function.
Once things warm up here, I need to spend some time with my husband searching for four leaf clovers...I now only have one bottlecap necklace left in my inventory. Still lots of four leaf clovers, but not the correct size.

Wishing that my etsy shop would take off a bit, but things on eBay remain pretty steady sales wise. I guess I really need to focus on advertising!!