Heather Sellers Art Glass: cabochon

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Pelican

First rule of the beach: Never make eye contact when eating lunch.

Grateful for the daily gift of eyesight and hands which allow me to sculpt glass. Not many people are aware, but I experienced a horrible eye injury this past year. Everything is good now, however a few millimeters and things would have been very different. What are you thankful for?

Toucan Cabochon

Sometimes you just need a reminder to hold that big beak up high.. unless it is pouring down torrential rain from a hurricane. Then by all means, stock up on bird seed and binge watch some Nestflix.

Rainbow Bullseye & Monarch Snaps

Water's Edge No. 4

The fourth flamingo in the Water's Edge series.

New Butterfly Snap Cabs

These lovely cabs feature finely detailed butterfly murrini made by Jackie Gundelfinger. They truly are exquisite miniature masterpieces. Stop by her facebook page to order her wonderful murrini and add a bit of flash to your next flamework project.

Otter Relocation Program

Most of the otters in the studio have found new homes thanks to the helpful attendees at the ISGB Gathering. Now to find homes for these cheeky otters. Warning: They are a bit clingy and enjoy clicking onto your snap jewelry. Never a moment of privacy!

Butterfly Snaps

Butterfly Snaps featuring Jackie Gundelfinger's amazing murrini.

The snaps will be available to purchase in the fundraising area @ the ISGB Gathering. Stop by her facebook page to order her wonderful murrini to add a bit of flash to your next flamework project.

Exploring Flamework Cabochons

Cabochon options for flameworkers have changed considerably since my original post back in February of 2012. Here is an update to help navigate the world of cabochon systems and tool suppliers.

Changeable Systems for the Artist who enjoys Options:
Beadhoppers
Mango Beads

Flat-back Cabochon Mandrels:
Arrow Springs

Cabochon Mandrels with a Nub (yes, nub or nubbin are incredibly technical terms):
Zooziis (available in a variety of shapes)

Snap Cabochon System by Patty Lakinsmith:
pattylakinsmith.bigcartel.com

Cabochon Molds:
CG Beads

War Paint

Red symbolized war, strength and power. White was a symbol of mourning, but could also represent peace. Blue symbolized wisdom and confidence. When I see the wild horses grazing along the Salt River, I wonder if their bloodlines trace back to the war horses of old. A time long past, when bald eagles soared over the rocky banks and the loyal companions carried brave warriors into battle.

Gone Tubing

Last Summer, I discovered my life's passion... Tubing.

Floating down the river without a care in the world. Fish nibbling at my toes. Soaking up the sun while slathered in SPF 110 sunscreen. The adrenaline rush of spotting a ~~snake~~ stick in the water. Imagine the exhilaration of riding the rapids while friends try to pelt each other with wet jumbo marshmallows. One hasn't lived life until they have felt the soft mush of a river-soaked mallow bean them upside the head. I'm currently in the process of finding sponsors to financially back my professional tubing career.... kind of like Nascar, but with sponsorship stickers on my tube, sunhat, sunglasses, and swimsuit. Wish me luck!

Mint anyone?

Flamework Cabochon Workshop: Intermediate to Advanced

Still a few spots left for the cabochon workshop. Hope to see you there!

Down by the Seashore

An ocean themed, changeable cabochon can easily be place on a pendant, ring or bracelet setting. Compatible with the Sunset Blvd and Jetage systems. The ultra smooth back would also allow the cab to be set into a bezel or another metalworking project... because who wouldn't want a pet crab as a sidekick??? Or how about a baby sea turtle?

Death's Head Moth

Death's Head moth is also known as a European hawk moth (Acherontia atropos), which bears the markings resembling a human skull on its thorax. The final design logistics and color choices came together after 3 months of revising sketches. Once the decisions were made, the stringer prep time became the quick part of the process. Flameworking the cabochon was an undertaking to say the least. After 3.5 hours of work and approximately 1050 rotations with my left hand, the cabochon is complete. At one point, I questioned my hand's strength to continue on. Relieved once the final flame polish was complete and the cabochon entered the hot kiln.