Milkweed Arts Blog

The Art of Cold Working: Enhancing Your Fused Glass Creations

The Art of Cold Working: Enhancing Your Fused G...

Cold working refers to the process of manipulating and finishing glass at room temperature after it has been fused. This stage allows artists to refine edges, polish surfaces, and add...

The Art of Cold Working: Enhancing Your Fused G...

Cold working refers to the process of manipulating and finishing glass at room temperature after it has been fused. This stage allows artists to refine edges, polish surfaces, and add...

The Beauty of Gratitude: Cultivating a Heart of Thankfulness

The Beauty of Gratitude: Cultivating a Heart of...

Gratitude, a simple yet profoundly transformative practice, holds the power to shift our perspective and enrich our lives. It is the art of recognizing and appreciating the positive aspects of...

The Beauty of Gratitude: Cultivating a Heart of...

Gratitude, a simple yet profoundly transformative practice, holds the power to shift our perspective and enrich our lives. It is the art of recognizing and appreciating the positive aspects of...

Mastering the Kiln: Essential Tips for Firing Fused Glass

Mastering the Kiln: Essential Tips for Firing F...

The kiln is the heart of the fused glass process, transforming your carefully assembled pieces into cohesive works of art. The firing process involves heating the glass to a specific...

Mastering the Kiln: Essential Tips for Firing F...

The kiln is the heart of the fused glass process, transforming your carefully assembled pieces into cohesive works of art. The firing process involves heating the glass to a specific...

The Art of Letting Go: Embracing Change and Moving Forward

The Art of Letting Go: Embracing Change and Mov...

In the tapestry of our lives, change is one of the few constants. While it can be unsettling, the art of letting go is an essential skill that allows us...

The Art of Letting Go: Embracing Change and Mov...

In the tapestry of our lives, change is one of the few constants. While it can be unsettling, the art of letting go is an essential skill that allows us...

The Magic of Light: Illuminating Fused Glass Art with Backlighting

The Magic of Light: Illuminating Fused Glass Ar...

Backlighting is a technique that involves placing a light source behind a fused glass piece, illuminating it from within. This method enhances the colors, textures, and details of the glass,...

The Magic of Light: Illuminating Fused Glass Ar...

Backlighting is a technique that involves placing a light source behind a fused glass piece, illuminating it from within. This method enhances the colors, textures, and details of the glass,...

The Journey of Self-Discovery: Unveiling Your True Potential

The Journey of Self-Discovery: Unveiling Your T...

The path to self-discovery is a deeply personal and transformative journey that allows us to uncover our true potential. It involves exploring our innermost thoughts, feelings, and desires, and understanding...

The Journey of Self-Discovery: Unveiling Your T...

The path to self-discovery is a deeply personal and transformative journey that allows us to uncover our true potential. It involves exploring our innermost thoughts, feelings, and desires, and understanding...