Fused Glass & Supplies
Fused Glass is the newest addition to our family of glass arts here at Tiffany House, but it has rapidly taken off and became very popular. As the name implies, fused glass or "kiln-fired" glass is glass that is created by "fusing" or melting together pieces of compatible art glass in a kiln, to a temperature high enough to cause them to fuse together into a permanently blended unit or new piece of glass. The finished glass can be "slumped" in a kiln into a three dimensional shape by placing it over a ceramic or metal mold and heating the glass until it softens and conforms to the mold. Various kiln-working techniques can be applied to a glass work in separate firings to add color patterns and unique designs, depth, relief and just about any shape and size.
Although glass was fused in ancient times, modern equipment and new materials, as well as a contemporary understanding of the principles involved in the process, make glass fusing one of many popular techniques used for artistic expression with glass nowadays. Here at Tiffany House, it's catching on fast!
FUSED GLASS SUPPLIES We carry extensive selection of fusable glass, both System 96 (Spectrum and Uroboros) and COE 90 (Bullseye). In addition, we also have frits, powders, stringers, tools, molds, etc. In our store, you will also find all the tools you need to cut and shape your glass. We can order kilns as well. We do not currently have an internet shop, but if there is something you are looking for, contact us - there is a good chance we have it and can mail it to you.
FUSED GLASS CLASSES
If you are looking to do something creative and unexpected at the same time, fused glass is for you! Explore the magic of cutting melting glass in our Beginner and Intermediate Fused Glass Classes.
Classes are taught by well-known Calgary glass artist, Deanna MacAulay.
STUDIO AND KILN TIME
Some of you may have your own home studio, many may not. We do rent studio time, so you can come at your convenience and enhance your fused glass making skills or work on that new fused glass piece you've been wanting to make. Simply give us a call at 403. 283.6163 to book some time.
The studio time cost is only $5/hr. (and even much less if you buy our 15, 100, and 150 Pre-Paid Hour Blocks of time). This includes the use of tools, including grinders. (You will need to provide your own conssumables - glass, glue, wire, etc.) Kiln firings are $20/firing for Members. We have several popular programs pre-selected, or we can do a custom program for you if you provide us with a firing schedule.