by Jodi McRaney Rusho | Jul 15, 2014 | Bottle Glass, Kiln Carving, Kiln Carving Patterns, Tutorials
As hard as it is to motivate myself to fire up the kiln and add to the already excruciating heat, I was inspired by this gorgeous thing: We have about a million Allium bulbs in the back yard, I’m not sure whether I like the flowers or the dried seed heads...
by Jodi McRaney Rusho | Jul 1, 2014 | Float (Window) glass, Fusing, Tutorials
June was an interesting month, we had student workshops every Saturday for four weeks straight. The students in all four workshops produced amazing work. Pebble Vessel Workshop: The first two workshops were Pebble Vessels, made with recycled tempered glass and...
by Jodi McRaney Rusho | Jan 10, 2014 | Bottle Glass, Slumping, Tutorials
Not all pretty glass things have to be complicated! This cute little votive is very simple to make and takes only one firing. Begin with a bottle with the top and bottom cut off. There are lots of ways to cut bottles, you should use the one you are most comfortable...
by Jodi McRaney Rusho | Jan 3, 2014 | Bottle Glass, Fusing, Kiln Carving, Kiln Carving Patterns, Tutorials
Sometimes, in the cold of winter, it’s hard to imagine a new year is right around the corner. This kiln carving pattern marks the start of the third year of kiln carving patterns. What started out as an experiment has turned into quite a ride! Thanks for...
by Jodi McRaney Rusho | Dec 18, 2013 | Bottle Glass, Fusing, Kiln Carving, Kiln Carving Patterns, Tutorials
December is the busiest month of the year in my studio, and then all at once, it’s quiet. Which means there is finally time to make new designs and do fun stuff instead of production work. This ornament pattern is quick and easy, so much so, the original is...
by Jodi McRaney Rusho | Nov 13, 2013 | Bottle Glass, Fusing, Kiln Carving, Kiln Carving Patterns, Tutorials
November’s kiln carving pattern is a cute wreath, sized specifically for bottle bottoms. It’s a quick and easy gift idea for friends and neighbors, and would look terrific in clear glass on a tree or in a window. **This kiln carving pattern has expired. ...
