Glasswork

As wine becomes more accessible and more popular, wine accessories such as glasses also become an appreciated gift or collectible. Personalized wine glasses are relatively simple and make great...

Painted light bulbs are a fun and festive way to show off your glass painting talents as well as provide a distinct finish to an otherwise boring light bulb. To get a painted light bulb that can...

Wine bottles laced with melted candle wax make attractive decorations that hark back to Old Europe and simpler times, when a bottle of wine slaked thirst and inspired the soul, then transformed...

Glass proves to be one of the hardest materials to cut or scratch. Because of its relative strength, many falsehoods surround what can and cannot penetrate glass. Actually, several materials exist...

Lampwork marbles are orbs of decorative glass that are melted, shaped and designed in the flame of a tabletop torch. Marbles are some of the most collected pieces of glass work, and these handmade...

It is traditional for Jews to affix a Mezuzah to the door frame of their homes. The purpose of a Mezuzah is to hold a scroll containing the words of the Shema. Mezuzot make great birthday,...

Sandblasting is an efficient way of etching glass to change its look or prepare the glass for further modifications. Common reasons for sandblasting include removing the shiny appearance for a...

Teacup wine glasses are a feminine take on the classic wine glass. Perfect for country homes and shabby chic decor, tea cup glasses are made from china cups and have wine stems attached. They make...

Glass pieces like votives, candle holders, candelabras and bowls offer a residence to candles that you may light for a special occasion or use for your own enjoyment. While these holders are ideal...

A chip in a mason jar spells its end in matters of food preservation and storage. However, this does not mean that its usefulness has come to an end. A bit of clever application will make it easy...

Hand-painted margarita glasses are fun, festive and a unique way to serve your guests in style. You can decorate them individually, create a set, or even personalize the glasses to a specific...

Empty beer and wine bottles can be recycled into sturdy glassware. Except for a bottle cutter, which can be found at a local handicraft store or online, everything you need for this project you...

Lampwork glass beads are a fun, easy craft, but you are limited by the number of glass bead rods, or mandrels, that you possess. You can save money by making your own bead mandrels instead of...

Wind chimes add a nice touch to any garden or patio. Wind chimes make great gifts for most occasions. This tutorial will explain how to make fused glass wind chimes.

A gift of etched glass is a great way to memorialize a special occasion or event. But, if you've ever visited the mall to purchase one, you no doubt were surprised by the cost. But what if you...

If you keep liquid hand soap, dishwashing liquid, olive oil and other condiments on your kitchen counter, you may want to design decorative bottles instead of showcasing the store-bought...

You can make your own decorative oil bottle out of an empty wine bottle to have your oil handy when you're cooking and to personalize your kitchen design. You can make your own custom designs for...

Don't toss out those empty wine bottles, especially ones that contained wine you really enjoyed. You can recycle them into novel and sturdy vases and small dishes. Practically everything you need...

Painting dishes, such as plain white ones by Corelle, can be a fun hobby. Make beautiful gifts for yourself or friends and family. Most craft stores have a wide variety of paints to choose from so...

Manipulating a glass wine bottle is an exciting process that allows you to take a recycled item and create a distinctive piece of glass art. Using high temperatures of over 1,500 degrees, you can...

A craft project such as a frame involves the use of glass and hot glue. Sometimes during the crafting process, hot glue may accidentally hit an area of the glass. An unfortunate property of hot...

This tutorial will show the steps it takes to easily make a personalized wine bottle gift for any occasion that you desire such as weddings, birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, or anything you...

When taking on home projects, it is important to know how to achieve your desired end result while following all instructions properly and safely. Making your own tiles out of recycled glass...

Dichroic glass is really beautiful and makes incredible jewelry. This tutorial will explain how to make a dichroic glass pendant.

Buttons can add style and pizzazz to clothing. This tutorial will explain how to make kiln fired, fused glass buttons.

Hand-painted wine and martini glasses have become a popular item in boutiques and gift shops. These glasses are bright and bold, make beautiful gifts, and can be used for decoration or at cocktail...

A glass kiln is a controlled oven that reaches temperatures around 1,700 degrees F to keep glasswork hot, and then it gradually cools down to remove the stresses in the glass. If you do any type...

Glass candle holders can be frosted (etched) to change the look from clear to opaque, giving the piece a textured feel. You can frost glassware if you want to customize the appearance of a glass...

Cupcake stands are not only used to display and serve cupcakes, they also create an attractive and delicious centerpiece at parties or functions that compares to a multi-tiered cake. A glass...

Microwave kilns are used in the production of glass jewelry, silver clay products and small clay items. The system uses the energy of the microwave, and the closed housing of the kiln, to create...

Holiday Candle Centerpieces are a quick and inexpensive way to dress up a table for any holiday occasion. This easy craft will add a great conversation piece for your next dinner party. The great...

Slumping wine, beer and other bottles has become a popular way to turn trash into interesting trays. This tutorial will explain how to slump glass bottles in a glass fusing kiln.

You love to fuse glass and have experimented with the colour de verre reusable casting molds. Now you want to expand your skills and make your own custom reusable casting molds. This tutorial will...

Dichroic glass is beautiful. You can customize dichroic glass by etching your own designs. This tutorial will explain how to etch dichroic glass so that you can use it in your kiln fired, fused...

Next time you finish a bottle of wine, do not throw it away. Make a fun decoration or a homemade gift. Instead of giving a bottle of wine as a hostess gift, make a craft using an old wine bottle...

Sandblasting glass is a decorative process that uses uniform abrasive particles (sand, copper slag, steel grit) to cut, carve or frost glass. Applying a design to the glass means creating a...

Solder is an essential element for any stained-glass project. Knowing the best type of solder to use for the effect you want to achieve can make your project more successful. The types of solder...

Stained glass light bulbs are beautiful and festive. They make a lamp's glow conjure images of Tiffany lamps. They lend a festive air to activities and events. While you can buy hand-painted...

Both beautiful and functional, fused glass is an art form that can stir the imagination. The fragility of glass combined with dreamlike colors and textures make this a popular craft for both the...

Lampworking beads is a complicated process that requires the use of torches and extremely hot glass. People who do not have experience using these items should not attempt to make glass beads...

Hakko stained glass soldering irons are made with ceramic heating elements. This means they hold heat better and are more energy efficient than soldering irons with wire-wound heating elements....

Glass artists call melting glass in a kiln "slumping." Slumping a wine bottle into a flat surface makes an excellent cheese board. It is a fairly easy process if you have the right equipment. You...

All over the world, people cherish their gardens and yards. This is our own personal space to enjoy and relax, and escape the pressures of life. Many yard and garden accessories are available for...

Making printed pint glasses is a creative process that allows you to transfer images onto glassware. Use these customized items as gifts, give them out at your next gathering as a party favor or...

Fire polishing glass is a method that glass workers use to garner a smooth and glossy appearance on their works. People who grind their fused (melted portions of glass) pieces use this technique...

Even when you take care and use precautions, sometimes fused glass will emerge from the kiln with an ugly hazy look that is cause by devitrification. A sand blaster or glass bead blaster can be...

Copper makes a great inclusion when fused in glass. Copper will oxidize and turn a dull red color during the fusing process. This tutorial will explain how to treat copper before it is fused into...

Rubber stoppers are useful tools to have in conjunction with glass tubing. The scientific and medical communities often make use of these items where containment of liquids is necessary. Glass...

Instead of tossing baby food jars, save them and put them to good use. Not only are you helping keep extra trash out of our land fills, but you are creating a fun project for you to enjoy. Try one...

Fused glass, also called warm glass or kiln-glass, is a type of decorative glass. Pieces of glass are fused together in a kiln to create a piece of art. Fused glass is created using one of two...