Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Furnace Glass Vases

Connie and I spent Saturday afternoon trying out a new furnace glass project at Sonoran Glass Art Academy. We made two vases each.

Our mission was to try this adventure and see whether it would fit in with our annual Blow Your Own Ball party.

Although making vases turned out to be too time-intensive for our large group in November, Connie and I had a grand time. I picked up my vases yesterday and am so tickled with the results.


Photo by Dub Scroggin

I chose a classic shape with a twisted spiral for the first vase. Although you could choose a variety of different colors, I opted for green for both projects.


Photo by Dub Scroggin

My second vase was a simple cylindrical shape.
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20 comments:

  1. AnonymousMay 7, 2008 at 8:39 AM

    Wow, June, your glasswork is absolutely gorgeous!

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  2. rohanknitterMay 7, 2008 at 10:24 AM

    Wow, those are amazing!!! That looks like a really interesting thing to try.

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  3. Rosie's WhimsyMay 7, 2008 at 11:47 AM

    They are beautiful June! :-) Rosie

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  4. Yummers!May 7, 2008 at 12:46 PM

    You just blew me away... they are gorgeous!! I can't believe you made those. Although I do remember the photos of you making ornaments or something once before, Well... applause to you June. You are sooooo accomplished!!
    Hugs,
    Joni

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  5. PiecakeMay 7, 2008 at 2:16 PM

    Just lovely. That is a very cool idea and the link to the Blow Your Own Ball party had some great pictures too. I'm going to have to search for an opportunity to try out glass blowing in my area. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  6. * elizabeth *May 7, 2008 at 4:15 PM

    those are fantastic! wonderfulwork!

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  7. AliMay 7, 2008 at 4:27 PM

    Ooh how fab! That is something I have always wanted to have a go at.

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  8. AnonymousMay 7, 2008 at 4:40 PM

    :::GASP::: they are gorgeous, absolutely beautiful. A treasure for always.

    Hugs!!!

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  9. Alison GibbsMay 7, 2008 at 7:00 PM

    They are beautiful.
    Alison

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  10. ohiofarmgirlMay 7, 2008 at 7:46 PM

    These are truly a treasure...how wonderful. Diantha

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  11. a pink-beeMay 7, 2008 at 8:31 PM

    Your talent is AMAZING! What beautiful vases~Junie !
    crystal :)

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  12. KristiMay 7, 2008 at 8:38 PM

    Both are beautiful!!

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  13. Me and HimMay 7, 2008 at 9:39 PM

    Wow, they look awesome. My favourite is the spiral twist.

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  14. KristieMay 7, 2008 at 10:31 PM

    They're gorgeous, June.

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  15. RosemaryMay 7, 2008 at 10:47 PM

    Really pretty Junie!!
    You are amazing!
    Rosemary

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  16. Mom IsAmagpieMay 8, 2008 at 7:41 AM

    Your talent never ceases to amaze me. Oh my gosh, those are absolutely amazing!

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  17. Mrs.KwittyMay 8, 2008 at 9:09 AM

    Wow--you made THOSE??!! JunieMoon-- I am beyond impressed with your crafty skills!!

    *bows to the queen*

    Smiles, Karen

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  18. SaucyMay 8, 2008 at 10:37 PM

    Your glasswork gets more and more sophisticated as I can see your skill growing right before our eyes! You are such a talent! I am humbled to have one of your lovely pieces hanging right above the new bureau Veto brought me.

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  19. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiMay 8, 2008 at 11:23 PM

    Hi June,

    What a wonderful craft resource to have nearby! They are both beautiful vases!
    I enjoyed looking at the ornaments you made at your last BYOB party too!

    Hugs, Pat

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  20. ThimbleannaMay 10, 2008 at 1:00 AM

    Wow June! You're so creative and talented -- these are just beautiful!!!

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