How do I get a stained glass look on windows without having to buy stainglass windows?

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Back with more news for you today. It's amazing how much good information there is on this stuff out there if you know where to look. Three in particular that I found really valuable were...

New Head Start curriculum helps children learn to appreciate the finer things

Stations, each featuring a piece of art, were set up. Families then participated in an activity based on the artwork. Families made stained glass Tiffany ... Read More...

Business Notebook: Art and furniture shop opens in Vandercook Lake

A new art and furniture shop is open in Vandercook Lake. Moxie Creations, at 210 E. McDevitt Ave., specializes in original wood and stained glass creations ... Read More...

Feeling creative? We've got the perfect place for you!

A variety of workshops are offered in most art mediums including stained glass and fused glass. Avalon also offers one- to five-day holiday art retreats; ... Read More...
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Ok so you might find the next few links interesting. These are from around the web, just random snippets that I've picked up in my reading, but I found some very cool information in them. You might too. Here goes...

Glassy-eyed in Montreal

Painter and master stained glass artist Guido Nincheri (1885-1973) worked at this east-end Montreal studio, which produced 5000 stained glass pieces for ... Read the rest of this entry

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For many women, their jewelry collection is one of the most precious possessions that they own. Whether it consists of antique jewelry passed down from generation to generation, an engagement ring or even just a gift for yourself; all jewelry means something to someone. For that reason, it is important to keep it in a nice safe place.

A stained glass jewelry box is an ideal place to keep your most precious jewelry. They are unique as each one is handmade and that means that no two will ever be completely the same. They are also stunningly beautiful. They give a modern, yet contemporary look at the same time and you can choose from a large range of designs.

Choosing the Best Stained Glass Jewelry Box

As with most things, when you are shopping for a glass jewelry box you should take into account who the box is for. If you are buying for a teenager then the design preferred will obviously be different to that of an older person.

Most young people love modern, colorful designs. A stained glass jewelry box with a butterfly on it for example would go down well with a teenager. They are typically slightly see through and many stained glass boxes tend to be quite small too. This makes them ideal for people who only have a small jewelry collection.

You also need to consider the type of jewelry that you want to keep in the box. Will you mainly be storing necklaces? If so then ideally you need something that will allow your necklaces to hang, rather than having to bunch them up in a small drawer compartment. This is especially true with fine necklaces as they can easily become tangled. If on the other hand you will mainly be keeping rings and bracelets in the box you should chosen one that has many different compartments.

If you are shopping for an older person then the stained glass jewelry box that you should look into will have an elegant, classic design. Maybe a design with angels on or a plain colored glass box would be best?

No matter who you are buying for, if you are giving the stained glass jewelry box as a gift then you should ideally include a piece of jewelry with it. This would make a special and unique gift. It would be a good idea to take your time selecting the right stained glass jewelry box to suit your needs.

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How about these right... I think you'll find the following nuggets of wisdom particularly insightful. Leave your comments below. Check out the second one in particular...

'Smurf House'? 'Chinese Hat'? Museum Intrigues

Even the city's main attraction, the 13th-century cathedral of St. Étienne — with one of Europe's largest collections of stained glass, including a dozen ... Read More...

Bradshaw's mosaic urn included in international collection

The piece is 20 inches high and 12 inches wide made with broken mirror, tile, marble and stained glass with a lathe-turned maple burl lip. ... Read More...

Home of the Week: Art collector's home is an elegant, eclectic gallery

Anne inserted a night light into the holder and placed a solid glass ball from Mexico on top. On the other side of the breakfront is a stained-glass lamp ... Read More...
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