Button, Button

A custom order for a customer that wanted some eclectic fused glass buttons for her handcrafted knitted apparel.   The glass cabs are adhered to button shanks and are safe for handwashing.  They add a nice touch to clothing and can be made in so many differerent colors and textures. The photo below shows the back [...]

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Autism Awareness

Each April, I create a new pieces for the celebration of Autism Awareness Month.  These bangle bracelets were well received by those looking for a way to support those who know, love, live or work with someone with Autism.  Beyond being a glass artist, I am first and foremost a speech language  therapist that has [...]

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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. [...]

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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 [...]

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Time

I had a wonderful time creating this line. I spent time with my father, who collects and repairs vintage pocket watches. He gave me some wonderful parts that I chose for inclusions in the pendants. Some parts were copper, which turned a beautiful red in the kiln and some were brass while [...]

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