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How to Do Glass FusingFused 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 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 fused glass 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 fusing or slumping, is to just take it slow and move through the information at your own speed. Take your time and enjoy the journey. After reviewing and studying different sections, you will have a much better understanding of what fusing and slumping are and how you can accomplish this sizzling hot craft. These pages are here to 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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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. Graduation Diploma - The prized possession at any graduation is the craved graduation diploma. This is another very basic pattern, using Glassline paints for details. Graduation Cap - The familiar graduation cap that is a symbol of achievement. This is a very simple pattern. Cap and Diploma - A cap and diploma are very recognizable patterns for the graduation celebration. Scholastic Graduation - Patterns that can be used for any scholastic graduation celebration will be found on this page. Shirt and Tie - Nothing says "Father's Day" like a fancy shirt and tie. Find out more on designing and fusing this pattern. Golf Bag - This golf bag pattern is perfect for that golfer dad. Super easy to make and fuse. Add it to any project for Dad. Fathers Day Tie - A simple Father's day tie that can adorn any fused platter or design for Father's Day. Fathers Day - Father's Day falls in the month of June in the United States. Time to make some designs for Dad. Cutter Oil - Cutter oil is important in the cutting of glass. There are different types of oils that can be purchased for this purpose. Glass Pliers - There are several different types of glass pliers to assist you in cutting glass for your fusing projects. Motherhood - A motherhood design whereas the two forms are curved together to form a solid piece of glass. Design these using any hue of fusible glass desired. Mother and Child Heart - These two entangled figures form a heart shape. A perfect design for any Mother! Memorial Day Poppy - This is a layering technique to obtain the details of the poppy flower. A cute design for the Memorial Day celebration. Memorial Day Ideas - Patterns for the Memorial Day celebration will be located on this particular page. If you are wanting to design pins or glassware products for this holiday, come check out this page. Mom and Child - A very intimate portrait of a Mom and her child. Although very simple to create, this design says a lot about this bond between the two. Flowers for Mom - An adorable little bear holding a bouquet of flowers for mom. I used the new Crinkled dichroic glass for my flowers. Mom Etching on Glass - In this piece the letters of Mom are cut out and assembled using an etched piece of glass for the letter "O". Glass on Heating Element - Hopefully you will never have this problem, but if you do here are a few solutions to this dilemma. Cameos - Have you ever admired the elegance of cameos? Try this simple to achieve fusing technique of layering glass. Crinkled Dichroic - CBS has come out with a fantastic new dichroic glass. This product will add depth and texture as well as the normal sparkle to any piece. Mother's Day - Time to honor Mothers everywhere. These patterns are fantastic for not only Mother's Day, but also for babyshower ideas. Rabbit Face - This rabbit face design can be altered to your desired look. It has a basic rabbit head shape that can be enhanced with frit, stringers and dots. Marshmallow Peeps - Who hasn't grown up with Marshmallow peeps in their Easter Basket? This familiar design is too simple for words. Lilium Longiflorum - This is the long and elegant name for the Easter Lily. Not your ordinary flower pattern. Carrot Craft - This carrot pattern is fantastic for an Easter design, but it can be used all year long. Easter Chicks - This Easter Chick has a body that is shaped like an egg. He has big bulging eyes, an orange beak and two orange feet. Funny Bunny - This is a simple bunny pattern, but this bunny has very large buck teeth. His look with those teeth have given him his title of "Funny Bunny". Easter Bonnett - This minature design of an Easter bonnet will look lovely on your favorite outfit. Make plenty to share with your friends. Easter Basket Craft - A teeny Easter Basket design that can be filled with some scrap glass Easter treats. Chocolate Bunny - This silhouette of a milk chocolate bunny can be made just like the pattern, or take a bite out of one of the ears to add a little humor to the piece. Chick and Egg - The first pattern for the Easter Craft page this year is this Chick and Egg design. This adorable chick is breaking out of his egg and ready to explore the world. St. Patty's Day Pipe - A simple little pipe pattern for St. Patty's Day. Add your own additions to make it unique. Shillelagh - What would St. Patty's day be without a shillelagh? Learn more about making this easy design. Shamrock Hat - An adorable green Shamrock Hat covered with 4-leaf clovers. Lucky Horse Shoe - Adorn the luck of the Irish when wearing this Lucky Horse Shoe design. Leprechaun Hat - A couple of Leprechaun Hat patterns. The basic pattern can be adorned with a clover to enhance the design. Leprechaun Door - A green Leprechaun door is the newest design for St. Patrick's Day. Make a few for your friends and family. Looney Leprechaun - St. Patty's Day wouldn't be complete without a Leprechaun hanging around. This is a funny little pattern, sure to put a smile on your face. Irish Tie - A decorative green tie design that can be enhanced to your specifications. Festive Green Vest - A festive green vest pattern for your St. Patty's Day celebration. Green Beer - Green beer and St. Patrick's Day just seem to go together. Learn more about making this pattern. |
