gRain Ponchos (TM) stained glass feeder covers

Good Afternoon Readers! I'm trying out some different names for my bird feeder covers. I thought gRain Ponchos (TM) is a hoot! What do you think vs. Made In The Shade? Today I'm sharing photos of the beginning stages of the stained glass process as I create a medium size shade. I was contacted by a buyer recently and thought this would be a good example of a custom order request. I thought some of you may enjoy the educational process and/or be a bit curious as to just "how" these babies are made. The photos here include the pattern (which is duplicated six times for this particular cover), the glass that was chosen and the pattern pieces adhered to the glass . Then shown are the beginning stages of cutting each piece to size. From here, each individual piece will be cut to the exact size and then grinding the edges ensues. (NOT my favorite part of the creative process) I'll send updated pictures of that also but for now PLEASE send me a comment about my name idea. I think gRain Ponchos (TM) is such a fun play on words but would really love my readers input! With gratitude, Laurie B.

Made In The Shade (TM) size S

Good morning readers! We had tornados yesterday and today I am outside taking pictures of a bird feeder cover in 20 degree weather and high winds, UGH I can't keep up! At any rate, here is an example of the smallest Made In The Shade (TM) cover that I will be creating. I have over 20 designs and counting and plan to show the different patterns in my next post. I am also waiting for photos of the shades that have already found their new homes (feeders) and am hoping they and birds are as happy as mine! Sometimes people purchase these and just insist on using them as lampshades, which is cool and all, so we shall see if I get photos from some of my buyers. Enjoy and stay warm! With gratitude, Laurie B.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Hello friends!

I am sending out best wishes for a happy and healthy Christmas and New Years! This year has been filled with many blessings for myself and my family and we are filled with gratitude! Laurie B. (newest completed lampshade photo above)