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Glass fusing has rapidly grown in popularity over the past few years. If you want to know more about this "Hot" craft, you have come to the right place. Sometimes referred to as fused glass, warm glass, or kiln work, this craft involves molding and manipulating glass inside a kiln.

Fused glass is not only beautiful to behold, but participating in the forming of these pieces is breath-taking. Manipulating pieces of glass to bend and form into shapes can really feed the creative juices.

Do you want to learn all the techniques of glass fusing? What is fused glass? What is glass slumping? What items are necessary to accomplish these procedures? What do these some of these terms mean? If you are looking for answers to these and other kiln work related questions, then you have come to the right place.

A search of the internet delivers bits and pieces of information, but no central place where questions can be answered and instructions are simple for beginners just learning this craft. The technical terms can be overwhelming and confusing. I hope these pages will help you, and spare you hours of web searching aggravation. The easiest way to learn glass fusing or slumping, is to just take it slow and move through the information at your own pace.

The pages will give you a basic knowledge of the diverse methods and procedures and to assist you in your progress. Glance through and familiarize yourself on the different processes and techniques. The Site Map provides an alphabetical listing of the pages on this site. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me using the contact page.

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Check out the Project/Patterns section for current listings of the procedures and patterns that can be accomplished using a kiln. These pages are jammed packed with projects and designs for glass fusing and are updated frequently.

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This is a listing with descriptions of the newest articles on the site. They are listed in chorological order, with the most recent article being listed first. For an alphabetical listing of all the pages, please check the appropriate site map page.

Jewelry Blanks - Jewelry blanks are a simple way to make stunning jewelry. They come in a variety of shapes and types. You simply add your fused glass.

Selling Jewelry Crafts - Once you get going in your fusing adventure, you are going to start selling your jewelry crafts. This page will give you some suggestions on achieving this goal.

Submit Your Unique Article - Do you know of a great procedure you would like to share, or a fantastic article that would help enhance this website? This is a super way to have your information shared with other glass fusers, while getting exposure to your web site or blog.

Surf Board - This surf board pattern is the last of the Hawaiian influences. Make one for that special young surfing male.

Programming a Glass Kiln - Having trouble programming your glass kiln? Watch the various videos on this page for assistance.

Hawaiian Pineapple - Back to my Hawaiin influences with this succulent pineapple pattern. I have used some textured Dichroic glass for the body of this fruit.

Needle Points - Sharp needle points on a fused glass piece can be the result of firing the glass too high. They can be removed and the piece can be salvaged.

Mosaic Tile Nippers - When you are starting out in glass fusing, or to make some quick cuts, try using some mosaic tile nippers.

Note Taking - Note taking is an important part of learning glass fusing. Notes will enable you to repeat previous procedures or avoid mistakes.

Firing Clay - Now that the clay is made, learn how to fire this material inside the kiln. There are several helpful hints in this information.

How to Make Clay - There are several methods for making clay at home. Some are more involved than other processes.

Steider Studios Glass Medium - This is a powder that is mixed with water to form a binder for glass clay. It can take up to two days for this material to set up.

GlasClay - New to the market is a product named GlasClay. It is vials of powder that is mixed with distilled water to make clay.

Beginner Glass Fusing Class DVD - If you are just starting out on your adventure of learning glass fusing, then this video will help you along the way. It is much like attending a glass fusing class, but in the comfort of your own home.

Glass Clay - Glass Clay is a creative way to make items using glass. There are many diverse ways this medium can be used in fusing.

Ocotopus - I have used a little Milefiori on this octopus design to indicate the suction cups on his long legs. Stringers have been add to give the piece some interest and depth.

Flower of Hawaii - This very easy flower of Hawaii pattern can be cut out of any color of glass. I have added large dots in the center of my piece.

Glass Frit Blends - Glass frit blends can add a touch of color to your fused glass artwork. Make your own blend using scraps of glass.

Fused Glass Decals - Fused glass decals now come in a larger selection of patterns and designs. There is sure to be one that will fit your firing needs.

Palm Trees - Palm trees are the inspiration for this particular piece, as they grace the sun setting horizon. This pattern is achieved using fused glass decals.

Dolphin Tail - This newest pattern is for a dolphin tail. It would make an ideal gift for a gentleman or young man.

Hawaiian Orchids - Hawaiian orchids are breathtakingly exquisite. When visiting the Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden I was inspired by their beauty.

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