Keeping Up With My Students

At a recent Summer Soiree' we visited with a few previous students. Their homes were decked out with gorgeous stained glass. Most of the pieces were built in out studio through the years. I was so proud of their work and the way they have decorated in art glass. It's fun to make sure I am keeping up with them. One of my favorite things is to see students creations installed in homes and businesses. As you scroll through these beautiful windows I hope you say to yourself, I bet I can do that, or , I bet Jeanne would build me a window like that. You know I would love to.

 Our soiree' started in the back yard. We enjoyed a lovely BBQ while surrounded by beautiful glass on the porch.

 Above the staircase is this amazing glass piece set in a found frame. 

 The theme of the home was rustic western and the animal windows were a perfect addition.

 This lamp wasn't hand made but I had to include it because it was so pretty.

 The sun was a piece of agate and the flowers were fused in our kiln. I appreciate the craftsmanship and imagination in DeeAnn's work.

 The bathroom had a water theme with old photos of Salt Air and family swimming trips. The window was made with bottles found in a Ghost town. It is so cleverly arranged. 

 Here is a close-up of the bottles. Cutting the bottoms off these bottles was no easy project. 

 More amazing nature windows.

 Close-up of the rustic frame around the majestic Elk. The frames were made by her talented husband.

 The front door welcomed us to the home gallery. At least it seemed like a gallery. 

 We then had desert at Susan's home where this window lives in the front door. I love the colors she chose. 

 The antique cupboard is the perfect place for these intricate cabinet windows. 

Close-up of the cabinet inserts.

I wanted to show you the front door as part of the entry.

 Even the laundry room is decked out in style.

 More of the laundry room window.

Thanks Dee Ann and Susan for the delicious dinner and amazing home tour of your glass projects. Be sure to check out the interview with these wonderful friends on our YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/user/betterstainedglass

Give It One More Push

Lately I have been trying to give it one more push at the end of the day. After I think I've put in a pretty good effort I tell myself "What if you finish super strong?" That might mean soldering for 10 more minutes, cutting out 5 more pieces, writing 3 more pages, designing one more pattern, entering one more post or preparing one more thank you card.
What ever it is, that extra push makes a big difference. I feel accomplished, strong and satisfied with my day. Just for fun I'd like to show you some final hour projects for your inspiration and enjoyment. 

This extra push was to clean and copper patina 35 Nova stars. It feels great to have a project complete so that the next day when I enter the studio I'm not finishing yesterday's work.

Just one more hour got this first side soldered. This week I will finish this window and hopefully get it installed in the client's home. I'm excited about that.

These note cards were made by my friend, Rene'. Writing a last minute thank you card on these beautiful cards is a pleasure.

Once in a while our artist friends get together for a fun evening of visiting and silliness.

After a busy day in the studio, I'm ready to turn out the lights, unplug the iron and say good night. It's time for family and friend time. Sometimes I would be fine to snuggle up on the couch with a good movie but taking time to visit and have a snack with those you love is, well, Hygge. I just learned that word which means cozy and comfortable. Taking that extra time to nurture relationships is such a blessing. I encourage you to finish each day with flair. Congratulate yourself for a job well done.

Small Windows For Small Spaces

It's a lot of fun to create big windows but that's not always feasible.  Here are some small places that are perfect for stained glass windows. This dispels any notion that there is no room in your home for stained glass. Any bathroom, closet window, corner of an existing window or cabinet is a perfect place for art glass. I hope you will find some inspiration from these samples.

Little libraries are cropping up all over. Many have glass doors that lend  themselves to lovely glass.

Our son has a tiny shed but not too tiny for a glass art piece that he designed and built. 

This project is over the hearth of our fireplace. The opportunities are endless. 

Over our glass grinder bench are these creation windows. David built the frame that hangs from the shelf above and the windows are snuggled in. 

This Indian Princess window is small enough to fit in a small transom or above the kitchen sink.

We have designed many cabinet doors in a variety of sizes. 

Let your imagination loose as you picture the perfect little space for a little sparkle and color. 

Our web-site is GSG-art.com or you can find us on instagram as jeannegomm or facebook as Gomm Stained Glass. Send me a sketch or photo of the tiny place you would love to decorate with glass. jeanne.gsglass@gmail.com