Spring Fling

Spring has sprung, and in inspiring fashion! After the huge blizzard we had in the Northeast U.S. this winter, I am more relieved than ever to hear the birds chirping in the newly budding trees. It seems the talented artists of the CGGE have been inspired, too. Enjoy these lovely flora and fauna pieces!



Butterfly and Flowers on White Fused Glass Pendant
by GetGlassy






Red Flower Garden Lampwork Glass Pendant or Focal Bead
by glassbead







Millefiori Flowers Glass Charm Locket
by glasshousejewelry






Stained Glass Jewelry Box Gerbera Daisy
by glassmagic






Hop on in - Mosaic frog glass lighted block
by GlassPizzazz






Little Birdie
by Glassprimitif






Dragonfly Stained Glass Suncatcher
by GoodGriefGlass






Butterfly Kiss Dichroic Earrings
by HanaSakuraDesigns






Whimsical Dichroic Worm Pendant
by helixelemental

In the Words of the Artists

Persephone's Love Leaf Pendant by BurningScentsations

"Strung on forest green ribbons, you may be mistaken for the goddess of spring!"

























Lampwork Glass Bead Impressionism Focal by Calumey

"Encased in clear glass to magnify the hazy ethereal colors on this tube shaped bead."

Crimsom Clouds Cheese Plate set by CalyxAnn

"Vibrant red, yellow, orange and white cheese platter with upcycled etched wine bottle and dipping dish."





























Oriental kanji and lampwork earrings by Catdy99

"My handmade lampwork beads and bone beads with oriental writing (kanji) on them."





























Animal Prints Fused Dichroic Glass Barrette by ccvalenzo

"The collection of colors and patterns all come together for a rich and glorious look full of jungle animal prints. "























Glass Button by Chris1

"A glass button for you to decorate a journal or a purse or anything you may want to use it on."

Happy Birthday to me!

What better way to celebrate than with the talented people of the CGGE? I'd be so happy to receive any one of these beautiful glass pieces as a gift today!


Yellow Abstract Fused Glass Pendant
by lisahammer




Never Lose Your Page Again -- Fused Glass Bookmark
by lawatha




Fused glass ring in rich jewel tones
by KristasKiln




Hand Beveled or Faceted Dichroic Glass Pendant
by JoansJewels




Lampwork Glass Beads Granite Heart Garden
by jelvehdesigns




Fireballbeeds - A Spring Morning (tree bead)
by islandgirl




Caramel Sundae -- Lampwork Borosilicate Heart Pendant
by Intuibead




Amber Flowers Lampwork Lentil Bead Earring Pair
by infernoglassbeads




Dichroic Glass Pendant
by Ignisdesigns




Red and Glass Dichroic Heart Pendant
by helixelemental




Ireland Dichroic Earrings
by HanaSakuraDesigns



Thanks for looking!
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Happy New Year!

It's that time again-- time for New Year's resolutions. It seems as though everyone I know makes the same resolutions year in and year out. Here are the top 5 from about.com. Did yours make the list?

1. Spend more time with family and friends.
2. Fit in fitness.
3. Tame the bulge.
4. Quit smoking.
5. Enjoy life more.

I'll be the first to admit that I am guilty of constantly sweating the small stuff. While you can usually find me volunteering on every committee known to man, it's difficult to maintain a semblance of balance between everyone else and myself. So this year I'm trying to take a more zen approach to life. That's not to be confused with minimalism-- I'll still more than likely lend a helping hand to anyone who asks, whether I like it or not. I will just try not to let it stress me out. There is a zen proverb that expresses my intentions beautifully:
Student says, " I am very discouraged. What should I do?" Master says, "Encourage others."
Whatever your New Year's resolutions are, I hope you are able pursue them with a positive attitude.

Here are some lovely pieces from CGGE members that help put me into a zen state of mind. I've chosen them because, to my eye, they seem Asian-inspired, whether it be a Japanese koi fish or the beautiful colors of a kimono. I hope you enjoy them. Happy New Year!

Orange Koi Fish Round Stained Glass Suncatcher with Lily Pads by livingglassart



Burnt Orange Fused Glass Bowl, Large by jsglassart



Fresh Summer Dichroic Pendant by HanaSakuraDesigns



raku a la floral by lnglassworks



Fused glass pendant with blue, purple and green on adjustable silk cord by KristasKiln



Hand Etched Dragonfly on Silver Dichroic Fused Glass Pendant or Necklace on Unique Bail by JoanJewels



Chinese Peace Necklace by jkadesigns



Black and Yellow Fused Glass Pendant and Necklace by lisahammer



Orange Swirl Dangles E-276 by helixelemental


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Butterflies - Longing For The Summer

Just a whimsical look back at the summer memories of those bold and delicate butterflies fluttering in the warm blue skies, and reminder that the winter will soon pass. Take a look at a stunning and colorful array of butterfly themed glass pieces from CGGE members.


Cosmetic/Lipstick Mirror by DesertRoseArtGlass



Pink Yellow Stained Glass Butterfly Suncatcher by creationsinglass



My Smiley Butterfly - Handmade Lampwork Bead by DorsetHillBeads



Blue-Sky Butterfly Necklace by etherealgirls



Little Fused Glass Dish - Blue Butterfly and Flower by FirstLightGlass



Butterflies Are Free Pate de Verre Fused Glass Necklace by geltdesigns



Four Little Butterflies Fused Glass Pendant by glasshousejewelry



Butterfly Garden Mirror Frame by glassmagic



Handmade Royal Blue Stained Glass Butterfly by glassnwood



Dark Purple and Green Stained Glass Butterfly by GlassPizazz



Blue Butterfly Fused Dichroic Glass Pendant by GloriaLynnGlass