Lisa Vogt Art Adventure Blog: Spirit Plate How-To

Get ready to celebrate summer in style with these two red, white and blue plates.

I love having an assortment of seasonal fused glass pieces on hand to decorate my home for different holidays. The themed glass-work adds a nice artistic touch to my counter or coffee table.

In the spirit of giving, I’m sharing a couple of my favorite American themed pieces with you. Summer may have officially started, but there’s still plenty of time to show off these festive dishes. Read on, and you’ll see that these decorative pieces are actually fast and easy to make.

This rectangular dish looks simple, but the bold colors and elongated shape make a dramatic statement when this bright beauty is on display.

American Pride Plate, 7” x 14”

Cut a clear base layer to fit your slumping mold. This dish measures 7” x 14”.

Cut ½” squares out of clear glass and white glass.

Cut 1” squares out of red glass and blue glass. I used opal glass, but transparent looks terrific too.

Arrange the squares on the clear base layer. Fire the glass to a full fuse temperature using the firing guide below. Slump the fused glass into a shallow mold using the guide below. Done!

Red, White and Blue Flag Plate, 10” x 10”

The combination of rich colors along with the soft profile, make this plate a wonderful addition to any holiday collection, and you’ll love how easy it is to make.

Cut a 10 inch square out of clear glass for the base layer. Cut a graceful curve off each side.

Sketch your flag design on paper. Cut the paper pattern up and use it as a guide to cut the glass pieces that make up the design layer. Grind the cut glass as needed to remove any sharp edges and to improve the shapes.

Arrange the design layer on the clear base layer. Fire the glass to a full fuse temperature using the firing guide below. Slump the fused glass into a shallow mold using the guide below.

Just like that you have a wonderful patriotic plate to brighten your home.

Fusing Guide Project up to 14”

Segment 1: Ramp 300 F/hr to 1300 and hold 30 min.

Segment 2: Ramp 500F/hr to 1465 and hold 10 min.

Segment 3: Ramp 9999(AFAP*) to 960 and hold 40 min.

Segment 4: Cool to room temperature.

*As fast as possible

Slumping Guide

Segment 1: Ramp 300 F/hr to 1265 and hold 10 min.

Segment 2: Ramp 9999(AFAP*) to 960 and hold 40 min.

Segment 3: Cool to room temperature.

*As fast as possible

NOTE: Kilns fire differently. Test fire these guides in your kiln and then make adjustments as needed.

Happy fusing!
Lisa

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Sculptural Fused Glass, 4-Day, Hands-on Workshop

October 15-18, 2019

Register here: http://www.lisavogt.net/products.aspx?id=480

Join me for this intense workshop held in my private studio in Wesley Chapel, Florida. Class size is limited to 4.

Sculptural fused glass is the creation of three-dimensional forms that rise above a flat plane. Artists create 3-D works by using multiple methods and techniques with complete freedom of materials and process.

In this class, you’ll push the boundaries glass imposes. Students will use innovative approaches to design and combine multiple advanced techniques to construct original sculptural art.

You’ll enjoy: the one-on-one instruction, making large scale projects, the well-equipped classroom, and the intimate class size.

Its hard-core fusing in a nurturing, relaxed environment.

You'll love the concentrated, in-depth study and creative momentum you’ll gain while actively producing nonstop, for four consecutive days.

You’ll leave class with a working knowledge of kiln operation, custom project specific firing guides and the inspiration you’ve been craving to go sculptural!