tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30778997138208894082024-02-07T09:10:13.686+00:00Funky fused glassy goodies & contemporary crafts with a retro twistThe life, times, work and waffle of a fused glass artist, crafter and creative soul...Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04457456033636248158noreply@blogger.comBlogger350125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3077899713820889408.post-21046069793510366072011-07-19T17:31:00.000+01:002011-07-19T17:31:35.733+01:00Dum de dum... & 'Mollie Makes' magazine find...still waiting for my domain transfer. Seems to be taking forever moving my www.handmadeheaven.biz address to the new host. Patience, patience, patience. No new makes either as the studio's been upside-down with guests staying etc. My craft bone is getting twitchy though and I've been looking for new inspiration. I came across a fab little new crafty magazine (some 2 issues too late it seems!)...<br />
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<span style="color: #ffcc00;"><b>* Internet find of the day *</b></span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6023/5900511437_5044767271.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="500" width="396" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6023/5900511437_5044767271.jpg" /></a></div>If you haven't seen it yet, '<b><a href="http://www.molliemakes.com/" target="_blank">Mollie Makes</a></b>' is a great new, interesting, fun, CONTEMPORARY craft magazine. Nothing twee or naff about it. Right up my alley. It's just the magazine I've been looking for for a good few years. Thank God! Bought my 1st edition (#3) today and already subscribed. Since I went off 'Delicious' magazine (post new editor) I've had a magazine-shaped void in my life but now that'll be the job of 'Mollie Makes' to fill. Happy reading/browsing times ahead :)Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04457456033636248158noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3077899713820889408.post-59747631158676790892011-07-05T17:22:00.000+01:002011-07-05T17:22:49.748+01:00Internet find: Lagom - Animal Nesting Dolls<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCFp5_s0wtfkMQiHcSjGOrAFP02092F2WYVEk3L00M_eIQYDj6j0a0aLiI62GOtaWYlqZWIDBCjhNc6VXc94x8gs9Ffr_zsmhdOrgmvC2aztYSdOzLd9l8THtTkESpXdSQB108-ovH63bJ/s1600/product_54704%2526tn300%252C360%252C1%2526ft1302089013%25261.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCFp5_s0wtfkMQiHcSjGOrAFP02092F2WYVEk3L00M_eIQYDj6j0a0aLiI62GOtaWYlqZWIDBCjhNc6VXc94x8gs9Ffr_zsmhdOrgmvC2aztYSdOzLd9l8THtTkESpXdSQB108-ovH63bJ/s320/product_54704%2526tn300%252C360%252C1%2526ft1302089013%25261.jpg" width="268" /></a></div><span style="color: #ffcc00;"><b>* Internet find of the day *</b></span><br />
Browsing inspirational illustrators for the day job and came across these <a href="http://www.lagomdesign.co.uk/_-Animal_Nesting_Dolls-_/product/?pid=54704" target="_blank"><b>very sweet and super-fun Animal Nesting Dolls</b></a><br />
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Want!Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04457456033636248158noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3077899713820889408.post-78279428798814568192011-07-03T16:37:00.002+01:002011-07-03T16:40:39.020+01:00Hello world! New website is on its way...Blimey! Been such a long time since I've blogged. *Waves* Hello world! I'm still here. After taking time out from the hectic world of glass making, just running on tickover, I am back. I've decided to move my website hosting so that's what is keeping me busy at the moment. Once it is up and running, you'll see plenty of improvements: personal shopping accounts, discount codes, a more organised shopping experience with categories sub-divided by style, and, as soon as possible, LOTS of new glassy goodies! Yippee!<br />
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Here are a few screenshots of the new work-in-progress website as I prepare it to go LIVE. As soon as it does I'll be sure to let you know. I know, you want to go try it out NOW but as it is much more sophisticated than the old one there is LOADS for me to do behind the scenes. You can still <b><a href="http://www.handmadeheaven.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank">shop here</a></b> and <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/stephjones/sets/72157623097387773/" target="_blank"><b>view my past work here</b></a> - all of which can be re-commissioned should you see something you like.<br />
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Here's how the homepage is shaping up...<br />
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<span data-jsid="text">Moving webhosting is a bit of a mission. The new-fangled website has oodles more stuff on it, so plenty of extra work for me behind the scenes! I'm liking the new look - almost like the old one but a bit different :) Make sure you register a shopping account for yourself as soon as it is live. </span><span data-jsid="text">There is a lot to do but I've done plenty already. Here's more...</span><br />
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The rings main page...<br />
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And the 'cufflink menu'...<br />
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<span data-jsid="text">Right, back to it. I hope you're well and 'speak' soon!</span><br />
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<span data-jsid="text">S.</span>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04457456033636248158noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3077899713820889408.post-37627787710054189712010-10-02T12:17:00.002+01:002010-10-02T12:20:05.994+01:00Out & about find: Funky Swedish Ceramics<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIWuKvGK43vO406ayI62uqqK1MI81f69DfnLWAbVBYpkAjxeD0JYxKpc6YM4Q5QFyf8ys5O4bQTWUUKoghaz4JOiSQufUH9mOOUTS2aGI6oaVcj2PpPg1zX9xVv13LjfZsanyGcwDfrY_p/s1600/DSCF5410.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIWuKvGK43vO406ayI62uqqK1MI81f69DfnLWAbVBYpkAjxeD0JYxKpc6YM4Q5QFyf8ys5O4bQTWUUKoghaz4JOiSQufUH9mOOUTS2aGI6oaVcj2PpPg1zX9xVv13LjfZsanyGcwDfrY_p/s320/DSCF5410.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>This coffee pot, cup and saucer set is right up my alley. I spotted it in an antiques shop over in Barnard Castle. If I had the space I would've snapped it up. I love the design and have not seen this particular one before. <br />
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I did manage to grab a bargain in a charity shop there though - got myself a lovely pressed glass cake stand. Once I've cleaned it up I'll post a photo :)Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04457456033636248158noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3077899713820889408.post-44909162539375584212010-10-01T10:34:00.001+01:002010-10-01T10:40:39.653+01:00Internet find: Lush Designs - Lightshades, etc<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFBTM-Nh14XN9QdnIBYpnF6Dea3q0H3ykPYq2UZPuWAK8wkLTUSRkLAv9gYDZgRhYq4S_PSD2f7UUhta3uL_0ALaOeGkGLlrUhfKH3Z3dX7EA1e_txwCo8C3_tYq3UThHJzV4ELgaS80zg/s1600/love+pillows+pink+monkey.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFBTM-Nh14XN9QdnIBYpnF6Dea3q0H3ykPYq2UZPuWAK8wkLTUSRkLAv9gYDZgRhYq4S_PSD2f7UUhta3uL_0ALaOeGkGLlrUhfKH3Z3dX7EA1e_txwCo8C3_tYq3UThHJzV4ELgaS80zg/s320/love+pillows+pink+monkey.jpg" width="246" /></a></div><br />
<span style="color: #ffcc00;"><b>* Internet find of the day *</b></span><br />
This isn't technically an internet find as I came across these <a href="http://lushlampshades.co.uk/" target="_blank"><b>fabulous lightshades and other goodies by 'Lush Designs'</b></a> whilst on my week off, mooching about Lytham, near Blackpool. But they have a <a href="http://lushlampshades.co.uk/" target="_blank"><b>website</b></a> and I wanted to share! Their designs are something quite different and I really like the style of illustration and funky colourways.<br />
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These cards they do are also very stylish, in bright colourways with added foil 'bling'. We bought a few of these and it was very hard to choose between the designs as we loved them all!<br />
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They sell tea towels, bags, cushions, aprons, clocks, decorations... allsorts! <a href="http://lushlampshades.co.uk/" target="_blank"><b>Take a look</b></a> - might make for a lovely alternative gift. I emailed the ladies who make these and got a lovely reply, so I wholehearted support their talented work :)Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04457456033636248158noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3077899713820889408.post-51940574492306873812010-09-25T14:55:00.001+01:002010-09-25T14:57:06.330+01:00DowntimeI've booked next week off work so I am taking some time to chill. It has been insanely busy at the day job. Designing books for kids takes a lot of hard work you know! We've been prepping for the annual book fair where all our new ideas get showcased to buyers. We spend a good couple of months intensely working on covers to sell these new ideas. Our office is one of 3 - the smallest of the bunch with just a handful of designers, me included - 7 of us. We did about a third of all covers produced (just under 400 this year, I think) which is a big achievement as there are around 20 designers in the medium-sized office, and around 2 or 3 times as many as that in the 'big' office! I've also been in charge of orchestrating the whole thing - keeping tabs on illustrators, commissioning, fees, invoices, designs, feedback from our bosses... all the while getting not one, but TWO books off to print at the same time! No wonder I am pooped. I just couldn't face next week at work and Friday just gone was our official book fair deadline, so I made a break for it!<br />
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I am off to see my folks in Lancaster later on today for a while. It is my dad's birthday Monday so we're looking forward to a zoo trip (family tradition!). Maybe I'll make him a courgette cake?! (see <a href="http://allotment-antics.blogspot.com/2010/08/chocolate-courgette-cake-nom-nom.html" target="_blank"><b>allotment blog</b></a>!) I'm hoping the weather is alright as I've heard whilst we've had a reasonably nice spate of sunshine, they've had rain and gale force winds. Think I'll pack some warm gear and my waterproof! I'll be back later in the week to tend to the allotment - see if the butternut squash have grown much since I last saw them budding up, and dig up my 'rooster' spuds, along with other jobs. I also want to make some <a href="http://www.handmadeheaven.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank"><b>glassy goodies</b></a> too. 'Back to the Future' is being shown at the cinema (HUZZAH!) so I'll be seeing that and out for a friend's birthday meal.<br />
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In between all those things, I plan on chilling. I find this very hard to do, getting 'lazy guilt', but I'll give it a good go!Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04457456033636248158noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3077899713820889408.post-39138712985372883192010-09-25T14:17:00.002+01:002010-09-25T14:22:18.989+01:00FOR SALE 'Autumn Sunrise' handmade fused glass latticeware bowl<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKimuzEZV20M_xeMXaonQFI8FRHDBFsILcEgZBXq9UduSw419pf0bqubY3_ASAo14uQF3UII2W_J2KxI6jyszVqOXaHHhjTHCMh-fHVMFseny0NnTLbpoK7QMlzuxKrl6b83fxnpwpOMoC/s1600/autumn-sunrise-lamplight.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKimuzEZV20M_xeMXaonQFI8FRHDBFsILcEgZBXq9UduSw419pf0bqubY3_ASAo14uQF3UII2W_J2KxI6jyszVqOXaHHhjTHCMh-fHVMFseny0NnTLbpoK7QMlzuxKrl6b83fxnpwpOMoC/s320/autumn-sunrise-lamplight.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br />
Autumn is officially here and along with it comes an autumnally-inspired handmade latticeware bowl, fresh from the kiln - <b>'<a href="http://handmadeheaven.bigcartel.com/product/autumn-sunrise-handmade-fused-glass-latticeware-bowl" target="_blank">Autumn Sunrise</a>'</b> (click to go to the shop). Soft shades of purple, warm amber, chocolate and cream come together to form this pretty bowl. <br />
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Our latticeware bowls look stunning anywhere and change throughout the day, in different lighting conditions, casting wonderful coloured shadows. Ideal on a table or sideboard filled with fruit, or left empty as a statement piece.<br />
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I'm taking a few days holiday from the day job so some relaxing is in order. I will be away from the studio for a few days but plan to get some new glassy goodies underway when I return :)Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04457456033636248158noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3077899713820889408.post-81103375869865123262010-09-14T13:37:00.003+01:002010-09-14T14:01:56.328+01:00FOR SALE 'Lavender Kiss' latticeware handmade fused glass coaster duo<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglKP6vaS3w5hvwdTtzAbbt2q2zHvdso9wvBJnv_TVTEZQTByVDE2fyJRvdovPZztQwVRLYYlo-gTx8AX12Zp1S3RhoP5cU5K-mK4YbZIVTv8jgkGIqDpowmB-mgvM8jAV83I_nTkNVPfRA/s1600/lavender-kiss-duo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglKP6vaS3w5hvwdTtzAbbt2q2zHvdso9wvBJnv_TVTEZQTByVDE2fyJRvdovPZztQwVRLYYlo-gTx8AX12Zp1S3RhoP5cU5K-mK4YbZIVTv8jgkGIqDpowmB-mgvM8jAV83I_nTkNVPfRA/s320/lavender-kiss-duo.jpg" /></a></div>Hot and fresh from the kiln, the latest addition to the '<strong>latticeware</strong>' family - please welcome '<strong><a href="http://handmadeheaven.bigcartel.com/product/lavender-kiss-lattice-handmade-fused-glass-coaster-pair">Lavender Kiss</a></strong>'. The photographs really don't do this pretty duo justice. I love this simple colour combination & soft-coloured glass.<br />
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'Ello :) Another little blog gap. Been making & prepping things behind the scenes. Yesterday I was sending photos and info over to <b><a href="http://www.makers-online.co.uk/" target="_blank">makers-online</a></b> who asked me to join their handmade website. It was lovely to be asked and it will be good to have my glassy goodies somewhere new. So far they have some of my JAXX rings, PATCHWORK coaster duos, LATTICEWARE bowls and HARLEQUIN coasters. I will be sending them some more wall art - planning on making more of that today - as well as more rings, square bowls and handmade cards. They're just re-launching the website and I support what they're doing. With the line "we want to include the best makers around" how could I refuse? ;)<br />
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So, what else? I made a pair of bespoke coasters for a lady who bought a pair of my Teal & Chocolate Block coasters a while ago. It is always lovely to get repeat business and heartwarming to be thought of again. She wanted the 'Ice Age' design but in browns, cream & white. Here's what I came up with:<br />
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I have also had an enquiry from a re-seller in Hungary. I'm currently organising my work into a new catalogue with retail & wholesale prices. The graphic designer in me is faffing and wants it perfect. The businesswoman in me just wants it done and ready to send and the artist just wants to make new glass! I really need to get it finished, at least the relevant pages for now. I am liking how it looks so far...<br />
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I also got an email today saying that my JAXX rings on <b><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/handmadeheavendotbiz" target="_blank">etsy.com</a></b> have been featured in a treasury. That was nice - the first one since rejoining the website. I used to be featured quite frequently which was flattering and always an honour to be picked.<br />
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Right then, back to it! Hope you're having a nice weekend :)<br />
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Re-photographing done, well, for a good chunk of the batch. Some more <b>'Jaxx'</b> handmade fun, funky, fused glass rings need doing but this is plenty to start with. I am pleased with how the photos turned out. I went for an off-centre styling on white as this seemed to work the best. Hope you like them! You can find <a href="http://www.handmadeheaven.bigcartel.com/category/rings" target="_blank"><b>all these rings here in the online shop</b></a>. Should you want to commission a different colour combination, let me know.<br />
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I will finish the<b> 'Jaxx'</b> batch soon, then get to work on re-photographing my other styles of rings, along with making another bowl - already cut! - and a commission duo.<br />
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HOORAY! I've finally got started on my <b>'Trifle' </b>range of funky fused glass square dishes/bowl/plates. Only taken me <i>months</i> to get round to it after planning them in my head! The first one, <b>'Lavender Mint Trifle'</b> is up <b><a href="http://handmadeheaven.bigcartel.com/product/lavender-trifle-handmade-fused-glass-square-bowl" target="_blank">for sale in my online shop</a></b> now, with more to follow over the next few weeks/months as I have time. They're 8.5 x 8.5 x 0.75" / 21.5 x 21.5 x 2cm. I can make them to commission if you've seen a coaster design you'd like translated into a bowl - take a look at my <b><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/stephjones/sets/72157623097387773/" target="_blank">funky fused glass gallery</a></b> for designs. As ever, the real thing is much better than these photos show, but then I would say that... but <u>IT IS TRUE</u>! Ask any of my customers :)<br />
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Right, off to re-photograph my <b><a href="http://www.handmadeheaven.bigcartel.com/category/rings" target="_blank">handmade funky fused glass rings</a></b>...Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04457456033636248158noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3077899713820889408.post-69104952558622067682010-08-23T14:26:00.003+01:002010-08-23T20:01:31.664+01:00'Lavender Drizzle' handmade fused glass coaster quad - photographs<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmL63gNrWmB5R7ssW44e2biRV9YQaK_lkcgBnQIj_DyLWm4QW8bOAkLuRZzyMgAPtcMBkqOy9VBJJcEZxD0-of0mO5MOhZiMLEdZ0sPqkf-3w1HNBRG9Pv3T5hv78aZVx5KWAc2IXa4hCU/s1600/4918797553_4df8a04670_oPRE.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ox="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmL63gNrWmB5R7ssW44e2biRV9YQaK_lkcgBnQIj_DyLWm4QW8bOAkLuRZzyMgAPtcMBkqOy9VBJJcEZxD0-of0mO5MOhZiMLEdZ0sPqkf-3w1HNBRG9Pv3T5hv78aZVx5KWAc2IXa4hCU/s320/4918797553_4df8a04670_oPRE.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXmMpfd4uiSvNDBdQa1j7E-jDI_YGRm8s07XYZSHwbS_ecAscSuyqM1ZRBVlFnzB0KcmvcXhmQR-pRrwnYG_PXp7jit2GCkTphNOs1ADTwvLPdx0j6LqxXO6iSEFDSxejO9f9tp94mkMqe/s1600/LavenderDrizzleQuad-jumble.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ox="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXmMpfd4uiSvNDBdQa1j7E-jDI_YGRm8s07XYZSHwbS_ecAscSuyqM1ZRBVlFnzB0KcmvcXhmQR-pRrwnYG_PXp7jit2GCkTphNOs1ADTwvLPdx0j6LqxXO6iSEFDSxejO9f9tp94mkMqe/s320/LavenderDrizzleQuad-jumble.jpg" /></a></div>Photographing glass is a bit of a nightmare - all those reflections! I've always been told my photos look pretty professional and I do aim to represent my work as accurately and stylishly as possible. I thought I'd show these two photos of my latest completed commission for my <b><a href="http://handmadeheaven.bigcartel.com/product/lavender-drizzle-handmade-fused-glass-coaster-quad" tager="_blank">'Lavender Drizzle'</a></b> handmade fused glass coaster quad design out of interest. The first photo shows the totally unedited image. The paper I take the photos on is actually white but always appears grey in the final photo. I do set my white balance, so even before editing, the colours of the glass is represented as near as damn it to the actual work. I also use a polarising filter on the camera. This takes away some of the reflections - no-one wants to see what else is lying about my studio or my ugly mug in the final photo! ...or maybe they do? Anyhoo, I just wanted to show the difference in the images pre- and post- tweaking as I attempt to make them look their best. My aim is to accurately represent the pieces and 'sell' them to you the best I can. I feel a simple background works best so I tend to use crisp white or natural slate. I occassionally room-set the latticeware bowls to give a sense of size and to help you picture how the piece would look in your home. I hope you like my photographs. <br />
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Next, I will be re-photographing my range of rings as I looking to sell these through a new online store. Watch this space!<br />
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Anyone who follows this blog will know I have been a bit quiet on the glassy front for a while. Not like the old days when I was working 6.30-8am, then 6pm-12am, the gap being for the 'day job' designing children's books! Well, it has been nice to take a break and to be honest, what with the ol' recession, things weren't ticking over as speedily as before. However, looks like we're picking back up again, which is great. Not only with orders, enquiries, commissions and business opportunities, but also my creativity is bubbling :)<br />
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The photos in this post are of an order I am putting together from my shop. I really like these complementary sets rather than every coaster the same. I need to make some more of these I think. Variety is the spice of life and all that! This particular set is called <b>'Lavender Drizzle'</b> and can be bought <a href="http://www.handmadeheaven.bigcartel.com/product/lavender-drizzle-handmade-fused-glass-coaster-quad"><b>here</b></a> - this is a made-to-order design, like a lot of my work. Very unique, made just for you!<br />
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I am also faffing about with the blog styling. Still not quite right, but getting there. I do like the new headers which I have rolled out across my <b><a href="http://glassygoodies.blogspot.com/">blog</a></b>, <a href="http://www.handmadeheaven.bigcartel.com/"><b>shop</b></a> and <a href="http://www.handmadeheaven.biz/"><b>website</b></a>. The website needs another overhaul, though I know lots of folk still like it. It still needs organising from when I moved the shop. Takes so much time though! I'd rather be making glassy goodies ;)<br />
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This weekend I am off 'oop narth' to see my folks and take a break, then I'm back to the kiln & behind the computer & camera, sorting the <b>Handmade Heaven : Funky Fused Glass</b> empire out! Exciting times :)Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04457456033636248158noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3077899713820889408.post-59317661686477790972010-08-19T08:06:00.001+01:002010-08-19T08:07:46.036+01:00FEATURED on Faberuna.com 'craftiness' showcase<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxehYJFo9yjwlK-dGTBOeHZes_mNJsuzni6zH7lZVj3HBACgBZIxdcDVDsf9kNF_5i9FW2Bfh5RogGenCPZ9D-c6-t4ML-FITVDRHnARRMp2zDmRuu8lLt0Aa9PV9Y8OphzgLpS_eEGxaP/s320/Untitled-1.jpg" /><span id="goog_481417064"></span><span id="goog_481417065"></span><a href="http://www.faberuna.com/archives/1777" target="_blank"></a></div><br />
"Faberuna searches the web for the best handmade goods from all around the world." - and they approached ME to be featured on their site. I feel honoured :) All the hard work's worth it! Take a look at <a href="http://www.faberuna.com/archives/1777" target="_blank"><b>the link</b></a>. I love the 'shut up!' line. Makes me giggle :DStephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04457456033636248158noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3077899713820889408.post-91474323066807045862010-08-19T01:23:00.001+01:002010-08-19T01:30:58.626+01:00My glasswork in situ<b>'Cherry Cola Gridz'</b> handmade funky fused glass coasters, in detail & in situ, for sale in my shop <a href="http://www.handmadeheaven.bigcartel.com/product/cherry-cola-gridz-handmade-fused-glass-coasters" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a>.<br />
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And <b>'Happy Ever After'</b> handmade funky fused glass coasters can be found <b><a href="http://www.handmadeheaven.bigcartel.com/product/happy-ever-after-handmade-funky-fused-glass-coaster-duo">here</a></b>.<br />
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Got another commission for some of my glassy goodies. Two coasters, one of each in the <b>'Harlequin'</b> & <b>'Ice Age'</b> designs. They're for a friend at work who's sadly leaving. Be nice for her to have a reminder of little old me ;)<br />
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NEW! & for sale <a href="http://www.handmadeheaven.bigcartel.com/product/stripe-tasic-handmade-fused-glass-coasters-tiles" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a>! <br />
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Multi-coloured opaque and transparent thin stripes over a layer of crisp white. Each one is totally unique! (4 x 4" / 10 x 10cm). Each coaster/tile is £12 each, so a set of 2 is £24, 4 is £48 etc. <br />
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These are from an unclaimed order for a bespoke bathroom. The underneath surface is not as smooth as my standard glass but I will provide rubber feet to protect furniture, should you want them. Alternatively, you could use them as wall tiles - their 1st purpose! <br />
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I have one of these on my desk at work and it is always noticed and commented on. <br />
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I have 22 of these to sell. They make excellent gifts - <b>it is never too early to buy for Christmas</b> ;)<br />
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I am selling my <b>Morton Portable Glass Studio</b> as it is taking up too much space in my studio! <b>Great working order, loads of accessories, lightbox/toolbox, Safety Break System, Circle Cutting System, etc.</b> See my <a href="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Morton-Portable-Glass-Shop-Stained-Glass-Cutting-/230508864649" target="_blank"><b>ebay listing</b></a> for the full spec :) Happy bidding!<br />
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I've just blogged about the commissioned coasters I made for Folksy.com sales and thought I'd have a browse through the other stuff for sale on the website. Look who is featured first on the homepage! Yup, my <b>Beached</b> coasters! Cool.Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04457456033636248158noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3077899713820889408.post-91914580093674668462010-08-07T12:01:00.001+01:002010-08-07T12:02:01.963+01:00Coaster commissions<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIFnY6k3dHRezhjZt13cGLCVRU203LLmW-VH_a3p7jdCbKgebRI15-661GmMgiIY-QJvhvLli1BNPLxOxqGxhsq5NMoJMi89g5g-SC6y5A__FJj5s0F6pu-7PyK9vpyJvzk0ksZfLSe8xJ/s1600/P1050118.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIFnY6k3dHRezhjZt13cGLCVRU203LLmW-VH_a3p7jdCbKgebRI15-661GmMgiIY-QJvhvLli1BNPLxOxqGxhsq5NMoJMi89g5g-SC6y5A__FJj5s0F6pu-7PyK9vpyJvzk0ksZfLSe8xJ/s320/P1050118.JPG" /></a></div><br />
After listing a handful of my glassy goodies on <b><a href="http://www.folksy.com/shops/funkyfusedglass" target="_blank">Folksy</a></b>, I've already made a couple of commissions. Here are some snaps of my <b>Beached</b> and <b>Harlequin</b> coaster designs. They're looking pretty good against the slate if I do say so myself :)<br />
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I'm back on <a href="http://www.folksy.com/shops/funkyfusedglass" target="_blank"><b>folksy.com</b></a> with some of my glassy goodies. It is always a good idea to give yourself as much exposure as possible. I've included a link to the 5 newest items in the sidebar, or you can <a href="http://www.folksy.com/shops/funkyfusedglass" target="_blank"><b>click here to go to the folksy shop</b></a>. I've only been back on there for a few days and am happy to see I've already made my first sale:<br />
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From the '<b>Beached</b>' and '<b>Harlequin</b>' designs. They're already re-listed if you want your own made-to-order :)<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQG9-nWhvX_XtNRsAnhAtUyVhmK2Zu5l0Zva-uTp35svStZLrN33yw5_cSm3PU_7SjXShf2YaW0dIWrgBUDlyVxkwwVzNgNTF0YdG4GRbb_eO67ijN6IsUQ3ZpWfGrDyoC1nNKL4jO5LM9/s1600/duo-teal-chocolate-block.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQG9-nWhvX_XtNRsAnhAtUyVhmK2Zu5l0Zva-uTp35svStZLrN33yw5_cSm3PU_7SjXShf2YaW0dIWrgBUDlyVxkwwVzNgNTF0YdG4GRbb_eO67ijN6IsUQ3ZpWfGrDyoC1nNKL4jO5LM9/s320/duo-teal-chocolate-block.jpg" /></a></div>I was commissioned for another wedding, by a couple from Australia. They were inspired by my<b> 'Teal & Chocolate Blocks'</b> coasters and wanted some cufflinks in that style. Cutting glass to a small scale isn't so easy but I think the results are close and look pretty cool. They are definitely one-of-a-kind. The only way to get really unique and special is to commission something.<br />
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However, I did get an email today worth blogging about. It seems my past posts are still inspirational to read, and this is great to hear. I have been featured in a top 100 of "<strong><a href="http://www.onlinedegrees.net/blog/2010/100-incredibly-creative-arts-crafts-blogs/" target="_blank">Incredibly Creative Arts & Crafts Blogs</a></strong>" :)<br />
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<em>Whether you're naturally creative or need a little help, the Internet is a great way to find inspiration and instructions for arts and craft projects. Through blogs, you can find projects, learn techniques, and see how crafts are being put to use. Follow these blogs to get inspired in arts and crafts.</em>"<br />
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You can check out the site and the other blogs <strong><a href="http://www.onlinedegrees.net/blog/2010/100-incredibly-creative-arts-crafts-blogs/" target="_blank">here</a></strong>.Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04457456033636248158noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3077899713820889408.post-74280410242749235782010-03-21T08:41:00.000+00:002010-03-21T08:41:02.665+00:00Craft MattersThe Crafts Council has begun a new initiative to 'make craft matter':<br />
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<i>We know that 17% of the population takes part in a craft activity each year. Craft Matters is an initiative to show this support in a visually exciting way, to demonstrate the enthusiasm and passion contained in that 17% and to convey what craft means to millions of people. At the Crafts Council, we believe that craft plays a dynamic and vigorous role in the UK's social, economic, educational and cultural life, and that everyone should have the opportunity to make, see, collect and learn about why craft matters.</i> <br />
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Here's what I wrote when asked 'why does craft matter to you?':<br />
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"Crafting and creating is part of who I am. It makes me, me. There is such thrill & achievement from making real a thought in your head, then finding that object gives pleasure to others. Each crafted item is unique and so much more special and valuable than mass-produced work. There's a real sense of belonging being part of the crafting & handmade community and perpetuating traditions."<br />
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If you want to join in, <a href="http://www.craftmatters.org.uk/"><b>click here</b></a>. Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04457456033636248158noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3077899713820889408.post-27845965046644539042010-03-18T07:56:00.004+00:002010-03-18T08:00:29.260+00:00More new cufflinks & webshop updatedI've put all the new cufflinks onto <a href="http://www.handmadeheaven.bigcartel.com/" target=_blank><b>the webshop</b></a> now, so they are now available to buy. You can see the designs below and in the <a href="http://glassygoodies.blogspot.com/2010/03/new-cufflinks.html"><b>previous post</b></a>. The cufflinks in this post were made some time ago, just never photographed. Poor things!<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEWxkuUcOQ11NiTH19fTd5wAZxbJk3Djr0_K8_QxpGHyLnIoi1YSbw5tezW4CfIfB-NnFQZJzt9b8EiLkZJwpgK68P8I5TPsf8YXt0vMD2vvwbbTH4athjlF6HsE3qaBQ7IUsOCD7iKQh_/s1600-h/capuccino-cuffs.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEWxkuUcOQ11NiTH19fTd5wAZxbJk3Djr0_K8_QxpGHyLnIoi1YSbw5tezW4CfIfB-NnFQZJzt9b8EiLkZJwpgK68P8I5TPsf8YXt0vMD2vvwbbTH4athjlF6HsE3qaBQ7IUsOCD7iKQh_/s320/capuccino-cuffs.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">'<b>Cappuccino</b>' - cream, with two coffee dots which 'float' over the base.</div><br />
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covered with mini bubbles.</div><br />
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