Fused Glass Pendants and Cabochons

 

Fused glass cabochons by Lynn Smythe

A few years ago, I became interested in fused glass. I purchased a small, bee-hive type kiln, by Evenheat, a few books on basic glass fusing, and a bunch of glass and glass cutting tools. I taught myself the basics of glass fusing and started making a variety of fused glass beads, cabochons and pendants.

 

Close-up of fused glass beads, created by Lynn Smythe, used as a focal point in a beaded necklace.

As my interest in glass fusing grew, I bought a bigger kiln, so I could start making larger glass pieces such as plates, bowls and vases.

 

Fused glass pendant by Lynn Smythe. This piece required two kiln firings. A basic, square shape was fused in the kiln, the piece was shaped with a diamond band saw, then the piece was fire polished in the kiln.

Here are a few photos of my fused glass cabochons. Glass cabochons can be used in beading and applique projects, silversmithing, art clay silver and wire wrap pieces.

  

Take care,
Lynn Smythe AKA the Craft Diva