Glass Cutter News - Nov 2007

volume 7 Issue 1

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Middlesex Centers’ Finest Stained Glass Studio

Unexpectedly Last night in a unanimous vote Middlesex Center Council voted that The Glass Cutter Studio be given the prestigious Title of Middlesex Centers’ Finest Stained Glass Studio. This comes unexpectedly as many constituents were there for more pressing articles that were to be tabled. However to quote one major source who wanted to remain anonymous….” You can not hold something like this back from a company that has worked so hard to keep people with “Triggerfingerzealousness”, a place to hang out & feel comfortable in. A place that will fulfill there every desire for a glass that has color & density that light will dance through it. This is a rare & awkward disease that only afflicts those with a persistent & quite unfathomable desire to cut glass with dexterity & proficiency. To create the most exquisite stained glass windows & lamps. These people needed a place to go, a shelter for them to stay off the streets.

Since opening the store in Delaware the response has been incredible…People have been seen all hours of the day & night getting their fix for glass & patterns. It has been a boom for the County. Heck crime has gone down the same percentage as happiness has gone up with all the stained glass hangings that are going up around the Township!!! When asked about this award Luc just mumbled in his shy & quiet way, however Jayne had something interesting to say..”This is what happens when you introduce something so desirable to others. Something that is magic. That when it captures you holds you so tight, that there is a fine line between thinking about glass in its’ many ways & forms & the disease “Triggerfingerzealousness”. This is a disease Jayne has had to deal with most of her life. However since opening The Glass Cutter Studio she has found solace in knowing that there are more people out there who needed a place to go that would fulfill their desire for the deep colors & textures to create that intricate panel. That will always offer the most glass for the best price. That would encourage & not shun these people. Both Jayne & Luc humbly accept the responsibility that goes with this award. Staying that “We will endeavor to fulfill every persons wish & desire for new & exciting colors in glass. Search for the best foil, buy only high quality solder. And have in stock plenty of patterns including all the new Christmas books.” This is there goal going forward in life. And thanks to the Councilors that voted in favor of keeping people like these off the streets.

Corning Museum By Luc

This is a picture taken at the Corning Museum, Corning New York. A mere 5 hours away depending on border crossings.

The air at Corning is alive with anticipation. A hum of excitement!

Upon arrival do not bother with taking the bus (although free) the Museum is directly behind the parking lot.

The first amazing piece that is directly in the entranceway is this work of art produced by Dale Chihuly. One of his many wonders, & something that will entice you further into the museum.

Set aside at least 5 hours to absorb as much as you can. Your soul will thank you for it.

Red Riding Hood Gets LOST!!! By B.B. W. Olf

Last week Little Red Riding Hood went Missing! Sources say she was on her way to Grandmothers house to take a basket of stained glass patterns. Grandmother had been suffering from “Outofglasspatternsquarterly”. What was determined to be a lack of new stained glass patterns. So Little Red had found an old stash that she was certain her Grandmother had not yet read. On her way she was surprised to see a new road that had been worn through the forest. Sources go on to say that Little Red decided to follow the trail. And that is when authorities were called in. Officer P. Wissmach stated “Little Red usually went about her business to Grandmothers house quite quickly. Always anxious to get home so she could get back to her “hobby”. Little Red was addicted to FUSING, quoted from other sources. She would always wait for her kiln to reach the perfect temperature & watch her glass “soak” until all the glass puddle beautifully. Then crash it so that it would cool to the required 900 degrees. Then patiently wait not opening the kiln door as hard as that is too resist. Little Red knew her stuff.

Little Red was drawn to the different path in the woods. A path that had quickly appeared over time. Officer P. Wissmach was quick to point out that this one led to a relatively new place. Leading people who had a very rare disease “Triggerfingerzealousness”, to a place where they could get help. This relatively new place locally known as “The Glass Cutter Studio” had set up a program for addicts. One that will help with the cravings. Bringing in new supplies weekly, of new sheets of glass. Always having the Rak Packs from Spectrum. Great glass for a mere $4.99 As well as offering new saving monthly. Also Fusible glass available. This was what had drawn Little Red down the path. She wasn’t lost after all. Just in a little bit of Heaven.

WORKSHOPS

We are always looking to expand our classes. If you know of anyone that is interested please pass this info along.

Tammi is teaching Monday Afternoons (12:30 -3) & nights (7-9:30).
These are mostly beginners but also those who wish to stay with Tammi.

Jayne teaches Wednesday afternoons (12:30-3) & nights, as well as Thursday nights.

Elvera our new addition is going to be teaching on Tuesday nights.(7-9:30).
She will be going over the fine art of copper foil with extras…copper overlay.
Lead is taught Wednesday nights.

Saturday mornings (9-12) are impromptu classes. Whoever needs to drop in & work on a project …. No problem. Just call ahead to make sure there is room.

JEWELRY…The new Biggy…

Invite 3-6 of your closest friends & come out & learn the art of FUSING. We will take you deep into the world of Alchemy. Learn the intrinsic patterns of Dichro & how to adorn yourself totally. This is a short hands’ on 2 part class.

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