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Some re-stocking, stolen studio time … and T-3

Posted on April 13, 2016 by claytonhill

Just 3 days before our Ribbon-Cutting ceremony/2nd Grand Opening … So exciting! There will be champagne, cupcakes, door prizes … and healthy people! Come on out to Zen Artisan Boutique this Saturday, 4/16/16! [Meanwhile, a special THANK YOU to ALL … Continue reading →

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A few nights of studio playtime

Posted on March 5, 2016 by claytonhill

Had a custom request conversation that has me playing in the studio. First to make a large ‘hot cab’ and then to add a decal/screen printing area within … So, while it’s not in the requested colors – the first … Continue reading →

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Ginger got her glass on …

Posted on October 14, 2015 by claytonhill

Cheesy, I know … But – I’m happy! I have all three kilns ROCKIN’ (Hummmm … Click … CLACK!!!)! I’m getting some custom items moving along … [Plus – a few future badge reels I’d like to dedicate to all … Continue reading →

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So, it must be that time of year …

Posted on June 11, 2015 by claytonhill

That’s my excuse, anyway. I’m scouring, learning and obsessing over jewelry making again. (In the non-fused glass, non-chain-maille sort of way …) This means I have a new wholesale account with yet another company … (Um, no actual purchases yet, … Continue reading →

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Wet Room … and THANK YOU!

Posted on March 6, 2015 by claytonhill

But first, my scenic cabs. It takes 5 firings to move these bad boys from start to finish. And, while I learned some skills and like a few of them, these just aren’t my cup of tea, overall … So, … Continue reading →

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Staying warm and slowly producing …

Posted on February 27, 2015 by claytonhill

Not much to report on this week in the studio, but I am moving a few pieces along … Custom request dichroic badge reels are a tad trickier to create without running water. Fortunately, I’m married to a handy guy who … Continue reading →

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Nora and I went swimming yesterday …

Posted on December 12, 2014 by claytonhill

Well, actually – Nora was frantically trying to stay on top of the water and I jumped in to get her … in our pond … knee-deep in muck … IN THE COLD! When she didn’t come running back to the deck … Continue reading →