Star of David
Artistic Glass Impressions by Yvonne
We are Family
Girl Friday
Holly
Paper 'N' Clay
Funky Christmas Tree
Art de Fleur
Peace
First Light Glass
Christmas Poinsettia
Desert Rose Art Glass
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
December Challenge Entries - "What the Holidays Mean to You"
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Star of David
Artistic Glass Impressions by Yvonne
We are Family
Girl Friday
Holly
Paper 'N' Clay
Funky Christmas Tree
Art de Fleur
Peace
First Light Glass
Christmas Poinsettia
Desert Rose Art Glass
Star of David
Artistic Glass Impressions by Yvonne
We are Family
Girl Friday
Holly
Paper 'N' Clay
Funky Christmas Tree
Art de Fleur
Peace
First Light Glass
Christmas Poinsettia
Desert Rose Art Glass
Monday, November 30, 2009
December Challenge
What the Holidays Mean to You
The holiday season is upon us. Everyone is shopping, baking and planning trips to visit family and friends. This month’s CGGE challenge is asking “What do the Holidays mean to you?”
Take a moment to reflect on the answer to that question. I’m sure it will be different for many of us and I hope it inspires you to create.
The contest begins December 1st and ends promptly at 11:59 PM EST on December 26th.
Each member may submit one entry only in stained, fused, lampworked or mosaic glass.
The entry must be listed in your Etsy shop. All entries are to be posted to the CGGE Challenge Group site on Flickr.
Voting will be open to all Etsy members and the winner of the challenge will be featured on our CGGE Home Page.
Good luck to all of you who enter the challenge!
The holiday season is upon us. Everyone is shopping, baking and planning trips to visit family and friends. This month’s CGGE challenge is asking “What do the Holidays mean to you?”
Take a moment to reflect on the answer to that question. I’m sure it will be different for many of us and I hope it inspires you to create.
The contest begins December 1st and ends promptly at 11:59 PM EST on December 26th.
Each member may submit one entry only in stained, fused, lampworked or mosaic glass.
The entry must be listed in your Etsy shop. All entries are to be posted to the CGGE Challenge Group site on Flickr.
Voting will be open to all Etsy members and the winner of the challenge will be featured on our CGGE Home Page.
Good luck to all of you who enter the challenge!
Friday, November 20, 2009
November Challenge Entries - "Thankful For..."
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Bella and Franky
Three Stix
Extra Time
Dichroic Dazzle
Nature's Beauty
Glass Magic
Living Near the Beach
Krista's Kiln
Unconditional Love
Art Glass by Yvonne
No Swine Flu
Paper 'N' Clay
Bella and Franky
Three Stix
Extra Time
Dichroic Dazzle
Nature's Beauty
Glass Magic
Living Near the Beach
Krista's Kiln
Unconditional Love
Art Glass by Yvonne
No Swine Flu
Paper 'N' Clay
Friday, October 30, 2009
November Challenge
November Challenge:
The theme for the CGGE’s November Challenge is “Thankful For….”
As the title implies, this is a good time of year for all of us to think of the things in our lives that we are thankful for -- our families, our health, our freedoms, and so much more.
Each person’s blessings are as diverse as their individuality. Therefore, we encourage you to pause, observe and reflect on the things that bring you joy, serenity and happiness.
Visualize in your mind a work of art that encompasses those feelings. Now head for the studio and create your inspired entry for this month's CGGE Challenge using the theme "Thankful for....".
The contest begins November 1 and ends promptly at midnight EST November 25th.
Each member may submit one entry only in stained, fused, lamp-worked or mosaic glass.
The entry must be listed in your Etsy shop.
All entries are to be posted to the CGGE Challenge Group site on Flickr.
Voting will be open to all and the winner of the challenge will be featured on our CGGE Home Page.
So CGGE artists, put your thinking caps on again this month and let the world know what you’re especially thankful for in you life.
The theme for the CGGE’s November Challenge is “Thankful For….”
As the title implies, this is a good time of year for all of us to think of the things in our lives that we are thankful for -- our families, our health, our freedoms, and so much more.
Each person’s blessings are as diverse as their individuality. Therefore, we encourage you to pause, observe and reflect on the things that bring you joy, serenity and happiness.
Visualize in your mind a work of art that encompasses those feelings. Now head for the studio and create your inspired entry for this month's CGGE Challenge using the theme "Thankful for....".
The contest begins November 1 and ends promptly at midnight EST November 25th.
Each member may submit one entry only in stained, fused, lamp-worked or mosaic glass.
The entry must be listed in your Etsy shop.
All entries are to be posted to the CGGE Challenge Group site on Flickr.
Voting will be open to all and the winner of the challenge will be featured on our CGGE Home Page.
So CGGE artists, put your thinking caps on again this month and let the world know what you’re especially thankful for in you life.
Congratulations go to Stacey of JS Glass Art for her plate titled, “Black Oak Leaves”.
What a wonderful selection of contest entries! We definitely have great talent and creativity in the CGGE group. Thanks to everyone who participated in this month’s challenge.
Congratulations go to Stacey of JS Glass Art for her plate titled, “Black Oak Leaves”.
Stacey has been working with glass for 10 years. She initially became interested in stained glass. Then, she transitioned into fused glass. Stacey plans to eventually tackle torch work skills as well.
Her winning entry was inspired by the Black Oak tree that is native to California. As one of the few trees in the region that changes colors in the fall, Stacey was inspired to duplicate its beauty in her glass plate.
As a proud member of CGGE, Stacey loves being a part of our glass group where ideas are shared freely and there is always help with glass working techniques.
You can find more of Stacey’s creative glass work at her Etsy shop: http://www.jsglassart.etsy.com/.
Congratulations go to Stacey of JS Glass Art for her plate titled, “Black Oak Leaves”.
Stacey has been working with glass for 10 years. She initially became interested in stained glass. Then, she transitioned into fused glass. Stacey plans to eventually tackle torch work skills as well.
Her winning entry was inspired by the Black Oak tree that is native to California. As one of the few trees in the region that changes colors in the fall, Stacey was inspired to duplicate its beauty in her glass plate.
As a proud member of CGGE, Stacey loves being a part of our glass group where ideas are shared freely and there is always help with glass working techniques.
You can find more of Stacey’s creative glass work at her Etsy shop: http://www.jsglassart.etsy.com/.
Monday, October 19, 2009
October Challenge Entries - "Fall Colors"
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Maple Leaf
Ohana Glass Designs
Fall Reds
Art Glass by Yvonne
Autumn Tree
Island Girl Glass
Pink and Yellow Fish for Fall
Glass Bead
Autumn Pumpkin
Desert Rose Art Glass
Black Oak Leaves
JS Glass Art
Fire Opal
Art de Fleur
Falling Leaf
Designs by Christine
Magnificent Wonder
CC Valenzo
Fall Inspired
Art Glass Fusion
Lily River
Three Stix
Autumn Leaf
Mouchette
Fall Sprinkles 'n Dots
Glass Magic
Maple Leaf
Ohana Glass Designs
Fall Reds
Art Glass by Yvonne
Autumn Tree
Island Girl Glass
Pink and Yellow Fish for Fall
Glass Bead
Autumn Pumpkin
Desert Rose Art Glass
Black Oak Leaves
JS Glass Art
Fire Opal
Art de Fleur
Falling Leaf
Designs by Christine
Magnificent Wonder
CC Valenzo
Fall Inspired
Art Glass Fusion
Lily River
Three Stix
Autumn Leaf
Mouchette
Fall Sprinkles 'n Dots
Glass Magic
Thursday, October 1, 2009
October Challenge
Fall Colors
It’s that time of year when Nature is abounding with colors so glorious that you can’t help but be inspired! What does autumn look like in your part of the world? Whether you experience the changing of the leaves, the fading of grassy lawns, thunder storms and showers or early evening sunsets – there is Fall colors to be found everywhere.
The contest begins October 1st and ends promptly at 11:59 PM EST on October 25th. Each member may submit one entry only in stained, fused, lampworked or mosaic glass. The entry must be listed in your Etsy shop. All entries are to be posted to the CGGE Challenge Group site on Flickr.
Voting will be open to all Etsy members and the winner of the challenge will be featured on our CGGE Home Page.
Good luck to all of you who enter the challenge!
It’s that time of year when Nature is abounding with colors so glorious that you can’t help but be inspired! What does autumn look like in your part of the world? Whether you experience the changing of the leaves, the fading of grassy lawns, thunder storms and showers or early evening sunsets – there is Fall colors to be found everywhere.
The contest begins October 1st and ends promptly at 11:59 PM EST on October 25th. Each member may submit one entry only in stained, fused, lampworked or mosaic glass. The entry must be listed in your Etsy shop. All entries are to be posted to the CGGE Challenge Group site on Flickr.
Voting will be open to all Etsy members and the winner of the challenge will be featured on our CGGE Home Page.
Good luck to all of you who enter the challenge!
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
September Challenge Winner
September's Challenge Winner:
The CGGE is thrilled to announce that the winner of September's challenge is Dawn of First Light Glass. We asked for entries on the topic of School Days, and her pendant entitled "Homework vs TV" was inspired by Dawn's own experiences with her children as they start back at school after the long summer break. Dawn said "As a mother of three children, aged 12, 10 and 8, my piece sums up the daily afternoon battle. It's such a feeling of relief each evening when the books are put away and we can relax and enjoy family time together"
Dawn has been working with glass medium since 2003, having always painted and enjoyed being creative, she took up stained glass when she found a class on offer with her local church. Several years ago she learned fusing, and soon had a kiln and home studio set up. You can see from her shop that she has many fans and a great output of work.
She told us that her favorite piece in her shop right now is her lime and cobalt blue geometric plate, with the great colours and the contrast between the transparent and opaque glass.
You can see it here...http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=11643044
As with most crafters with a busy home life she is not yet ready for the Christmas rush. "I have my designs planned out but need more time in my studio to get my designs in the kiln. With the holiday season rapidly approaching, I will now make studio time a priority.", she told us.
We hear you, Dawn!!
The CGGE is thrilled to announce that the winner of September's challenge is Dawn of First Light Glass. We asked for entries on the topic of School Days, and her pendant entitled "Homework vs TV" was inspired by Dawn's own experiences with her children as they start back at school after the long summer break. Dawn said "As a mother of three children, aged 12, 10 and 8, my piece sums up the daily afternoon battle. It's such a feeling of relief each evening when the books are put away and we can relax and enjoy family time together"
Dawn has been working with glass medium since 2003, having always painted and enjoyed being creative, she took up stained glass when she found a class on offer with her local church. Several years ago she learned fusing, and soon had a kiln and home studio set up. You can see from her shop that she has many fans and a great output of work.
She told us that her favorite piece in her shop right now is her lime and cobalt blue geometric plate, with the great colours and the contrast between the transparent and opaque glass.
You can see it here...http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=11643044
As with most crafters with a busy home life she is not yet ready for the Christmas rush. "I have my designs planned out but need more time in my studio to get my designs in the kiln. With the holiday season rapidly approaching, I will now make studio time a priority.", she told us.
We hear you, Dawn!!
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
September Challenge Entries - "School Days"
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Good Day Sunshine
Talented Lady
Fractured
Art de Fleur
Carnelian Collage Pendant
Nanette Bevan
Back to School Plaid
Paper 'N' Clay
Little Red School House
A1 Debs Glass
Marvin the Mummy
Island Girl
Fall Colors Barrette
Designs by Christine
Homework vs. TV
First Light Glass
Reward Star Earrings
Dichroic Dazzle
An Apple for the Teacher
Makena Lei Creations
Dance Mom
Art Glass by Yvonne
Good Day Sunshine
Talented Lady
Fractured
Art de Fleur
Carnelian Collage Pendant
Nanette Bevan
Back to School Plaid
Paper 'N' Clay
Little Red School House
A1 Debs Glass
Marvin the Mummy
Island Girl
Fall Colors Barrette
Designs by Christine
Homework vs. TV
First Light Glass
Reward Star Earrings
Dichroic Dazzle
An Apple for the Teacher
Makena Lei Creations
Dance Mom
Art Glass by Yvonne
Monday, August 31, 2009
September Challenge
September already, and children are going back to school. The end of the summer holidays are bringing a return to routine.
What does this period of time mean to you? Stocking up on new stationery? New school clothes? A change of diet, from salads to stews? A return to the school run?
Whatever you associate with this time of year can provide inspiration for your art. Get your thinking caps on and create some wonderful glasswork for this month's CGGE challenge – “School Days”.
The contest begins September 1st and ends promptly at 11:59 PM EST on September 25th.
Each member may submit one entry only in stained, fused, lampworked or mosaic glass.
The entry must be listed in your Etsy shop.
All entries are to be posted to the CGGE Challenge Group site on Flickr.
Voting will be open to all Etsy members and the winner of the challenge will be featured on our CGGE Home Page.
Good luck to all of you who enter the challenge!
August Challenge Winner:
This was a great challenge!
Every entry was skillfully made and showed a lot of inspiration.
Congratulations go to Nancy of Smokeylady54 for her winning entry, “Dino Eggs”, a beautiful beaded necklace.
Nancy creates wonderful fused glass and lampwork beads. She also has a great eye for color combinations as you can see just by looking at her Etsy shop. She makes lovely earrings, necklaces, fused plates and pendants. Nancy is also a regular poster on the CGGE forums.
She always has useful and helpful tips as well as witty posts to brighten up anyone’s day.
You can find more of Nancy’s creative glass work at her Etsy shop: http://www.smokeylady54.etsy.com/.
What does this period of time mean to you? Stocking up on new stationery? New school clothes? A change of diet, from salads to stews? A return to the school run?
Whatever you associate with this time of year can provide inspiration for your art. Get your thinking caps on and create some wonderful glasswork for this month's CGGE challenge – “School Days”.
The contest begins September 1st and ends promptly at 11:59 PM EST on September 25th.
Each member may submit one entry only in stained, fused, lampworked or mosaic glass.
The entry must be listed in your Etsy shop.
All entries are to be posted to the CGGE Challenge Group site on Flickr.
Voting will be open to all Etsy members and the winner of the challenge will be featured on our CGGE Home Page.
Good luck to all of you who enter the challenge!
August Challenge Winner:
This was a great challenge!
Every entry was skillfully made and showed a lot of inspiration.
Congratulations go to Nancy of Smokeylady54 for her winning entry, “Dino Eggs”, a beautiful beaded necklace.
Nancy creates wonderful fused glass and lampwork beads. She also has a great eye for color combinations as you can see just by looking at her Etsy shop. She makes lovely earrings, necklaces, fused plates and pendants. Nancy is also a regular poster on the CGGE forums.
She always has useful and helpful tips as well as witty posts to brighten up anyone’s day.
You can find more of Nancy’s creative glass work at her Etsy shop: http://www.smokeylady54.etsy.com/.
Monday, August 17, 2009
August Challenge Entries - "Summer Memories"
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Exotic Iris
Get Glassy
Nebula
Simply Lampwork
Green Dragonfly
Niven Glass Originals
Field of Smiling Flowers
Designs by Christine
Cocktail Fun
JS Glass Art
Celebrate
Sophisticated Fun 28
Fishing at Sunrise
Art Glass by Yvonne
Dino Eggs
Smokey Lady54
Matilija Poppy
Mouchette
Pink Dichroic Pendant
Krista's Kiln
Mini 'Shrooms
Paper 'N' Clay
Pond Life Pendant
Gisellery
Dragon Fly Tray
Buddha Kitty Glass
Exotic Iris
Get Glassy
Nebula
Simply Lampwork
Green Dragonfly
Niven Glass Originals
Field of Smiling Flowers
Designs by Christine
Cocktail Fun
JS Glass Art
Celebrate
Sophisticated Fun 28
Fishing at Sunrise
Art Glass by Yvonne
Dino Eggs
Smokey Lady54
Matilija Poppy
Mouchette
Pink Dichroic Pendant
Krista's Kiln
Mini 'Shrooms
Paper 'N' Clay
Pond Life Pendant
Gisellery
Dragon Fly Tray
Buddha Kitty Glass
Saturday, August 1, 2009
August Challenge: Summer Memories
Summer Memories:
The end of summer is quickly approaching and you’re left reflecting on the moments that made it special for you. Whether a tropical vacation or thrill rides at a theme park or catching up with family over BBQs and swimming made your summer memorable.
The July CGGE Summer Memories Challenge invites you to be inspired by your summer memories.
The contest begins August 1st and ends promptly at 11:59 PM EST on August 25th.
Each member may submit one entry only in stained, fused, lampworked or mosaic glass.
The entry must be listed in your Etsy shop.
All entries are to be posted to the CGGE Challenge Group site on Flickr.
Voting will be open to all Etsy members and the winner of the challenge will be featured on our CGGE Home Page.
Good luck to all of you who enter the challenge!
The end of summer is quickly approaching and you’re left reflecting on the moments that made it special for you. Whether a tropical vacation or thrill rides at a theme park or catching up with family over BBQs and swimming made your summer memorable.
The July CGGE Summer Memories Challenge invites you to be inspired by your summer memories.
The contest begins August 1st and ends promptly at 11:59 PM EST on August 25th.
Each member may submit one entry only in stained, fused, lampworked or mosaic glass.
The entry must be listed in your Etsy shop.
All entries are to be posted to the CGGE Challenge Group site on Flickr.
Voting will be open to all Etsy members and the winner of the challenge will be featured on our CGGE Home Page.
Good luck to all of you who enter the challenge!
JULY CHALLENGE WINNER: Congratulations Designs By Christine!
JULY CHALLENGE RESULTS - "Your favorite item in your shop"
Well, what an interesting month. We had 23 entries into our challenge, and 105 voters took part. We would like to thank everyone who participated. We had a very varied selection of entries which shows how eclectic our group is. From fusing to lampwork, copper-foiled work to painting, we have a talented group of glass artists working in a variety of styles, which makes the voters' choice very difficult indeed.
This month's winner is Designs by Christine for her Dogwood Blossoms Platter.
You can see the winning entry here: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=12958275
Visit her shop here: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=47617
Chris has worked with glass for over 29 years from her studio in Michigan. Her main output is glass jewelry, but as you can see from her winning entry, she obviously has a talent for home accessories too. She says "I love to work with glass! Stained glass, fused glass, blown glass, stepping stones, lamp-working, and everything else that has to do with glass. I am very much into experimenting with my glass and love to take classes and learn to do new things. Some call me an artist but I don't consider myself one....yet!" Well sorry to argue with you Chris, but this win shows that you are!
Congratulations again to Christine and to all of our entrants, and we hope that you will participate in our August challenge.
Well, what an interesting month. We had 23 entries into our challenge, and 105 voters took part. We would like to thank everyone who participated. We had a very varied selection of entries which shows how eclectic our group is. From fusing to lampwork, copper-foiled work to painting, we have a talented group of glass artists working in a variety of styles, which makes the voters' choice very difficult indeed.
This month's winner is Designs by Christine for her Dogwood Blossoms Platter.
You can see the winning entry here: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=12958275
Visit her shop here: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=47617
Chris has worked with glass for over 29 years from her studio in Michigan. Her main output is glass jewelry, but as you can see from her winning entry, she obviously has a talent for home accessories too. She says "I love to work with glass! Stained glass, fused glass, blown glass, stepping stones, lamp-working, and everything else that has to do with glass. I am very much into experimenting with my glass and love to take classes and learn to do new things. Some call me an artist but I don't consider myself one....yet!" Well sorry to argue with you Chris, but this win shows that you are!
Congratulations again to Christine and to all of our entrants, and we hope that you will participate in our August challenge.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
July Challenge Entries - "Pick Your Favorite Item In Your Shop"
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Classic Black and White
Wild Dog Studios
Apple Blossoms
Ohana Glass Designs
Surf's up
Glass Pizzaz
Quilted Petal Pink
Dichroic Dazzle
Bamboo Plate
Gloria Lynne Glass
Tropical Delights
Get Glassy
Sunset Serenade
Sophisticated Fun 28
Mistress Lady Bug
A1 Deb's Glass
Autumn Seeds
Art de Fleur
Dichroic Gold Cuff Bracelet
Art Glass by Yvonne
Frosted Melon
Paper N Clay
The Copper in Me
Island Girl
Funky SW Fused Mask
Glass Magic
Queen Bee
Eccentricity Glass
Engraved Floral Jester
Mouchette
Intentional Confusion Bowl
Gigi's Designs
Geometric Fused Glass Plate
First Light Glass
Garden Bounty
Simply Lampwork
Quilt Square Panel
Sha's Glass Crafts
Tequila Sunrise
Quotentials
Dogwood Blossoms Platter
Designs by Christine
Bella & Franky
Three Stix
Shaken, Not Stirred
JS Glass Art
Classic Black and White
Wild Dog Studios
Apple Blossoms
Ohana Glass Designs
Surf's up
Glass Pizzaz
Quilted Petal Pink
Dichroic Dazzle
Bamboo Plate
Gloria Lynne Glass
Tropical Delights
Get Glassy
Sunset Serenade
Sophisticated Fun 28
Mistress Lady Bug
A1 Deb's Glass
Autumn Seeds
Art de Fleur
Dichroic Gold Cuff Bracelet
Art Glass by Yvonne
Frosted Melon
Paper N Clay
The Copper in Me
Island Girl
Funky SW Fused Mask
Glass Magic
Queen Bee
Eccentricity Glass
Engraved Floral Jester
Mouchette
Intentional Confusion Bowl
Gigi's Designs
Geometric Fused Glass Plate
First Light Glass
Garden Bounty
Simply Lampwork
Quilt Square Panel
Sha's Glass Crafts
Tequila Sunrise
Quotentials
Dogwood Blossoms Platter
Designs by Christine
Bella & Franky
Three Stix
Shaken, Not Stirred
JS Glass Art
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