Thin Black Line.

As much as I love white, I love a touch of black even more with it. Enjoy, Heidi

Image vie Nathan Egan.

Image via Jeff Andrews.

Sorry I don't know the origin.

Bella Forte Glass NOW at Dean - Lively Gallery in Edmond

Better late than never (I guess). Tonight we are showing some new styles of work we have done, plus some of the other styles we've done in the past, this time only BIGGER. DEAN-LIVELY ART GALLERY at 16 N. Broadway in Edmond, OK 5 pm - 8 pm.

What's blue and white and Fabulous?

Image via Breese Architecture.
Image via 52 Flea.

Image via Room Service.
Carla Jean, I have been wanting you to see this, I bet you could sell a few dozen at the Round Top show. Paint them in all colors, it looks very bandana, cowboy chic.

Image via Wisteria.

Image via either Domino or House Beautiful.

Image via Coastal Living.

Image via Domino.

Image via House and Garden.

I found my Dream House in Stirling.

Only if it were on the market and only if my wheat penny collection was all the right ones making me a millionaire. Oh well, it's still a good dream. Maybe one day I can at least get to redecorate it, I'll be happy with that much. Thinking of You, Millie. Love, Heidi

All images of ThronGrove Manor in Stirling, South Australia.

If I had homes like these, I would just die. But then I would need to come back to life to live in them.

You know how I like them, high and exposed. Enjoy, Heidi

Image via Elle Decor.

Image via Point Click home.

Image via Atlanta Homes.

Image via Traditional Home.

Image via Cottage Living.

Image via Architectural Digest.

I'm sorry I do not have the origins of this image.

Image via Australian Vogue Living.

Answer to Larry's Question...

Thanks for the nice words. The individual cups were blown out on another day beforehand. When doing the cups, I would blow out 5-7 cups at once out of the same stuff. Like, if I wanted a transparent sea green cup with light green cane, I would start by picking up a chunk of sea green rod, get a couple of gathers over it, then pick up the light green cane. Then I would blow it out and stretch it out until it was long enough to start making 5- 7 cups out of that one thing. Then I would repeat the process several times for other combinations. Then, when I had the right combinations I would pick the cups I wanted and heat them to about 1050-1100 degrees, pick them up and add them in whatever order I wanted. The exception to that is the first cup, which I do on the spot for the piece I am about to make. Then I start adding the other previously made cups till I get enough. Then I change the axis and blow out the piece. I don't have a lot of other pics right now of the process. Just took those hurriedly with my cell phone while blowing.

You're not having a hot flash, you're in Texas.

Image via Flickr.

You Know You Are In Texas If. . .

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  The birds have to use potholders to pull worms out of the ground.


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  The trees are whistling for the dogs.


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  The best parking place is determined by shade instead of distance.


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  Hot water now comes out of both taps.


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  You can make sun tea instantly.


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  You learn that a seat belt buckle makes a pretty good branding iron.


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  The temperature drops below 95 and you feel a little chilly.


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  You discover that in July it only takes 2 fingers to steer your car.


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  You discover that you can get sunburned through your car window.


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  You actually burn your hand opening the car door.


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  You break into a sweat the instant you step outside at 7:30 a.m.


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  Your biggest bicycle wreck fear is, "What if I get knocked out and end up lying on the pavement and cook to death?"


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  You realize that asphalt has a liquid state.


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  The potatoes cook underground, so all you have to do is pull one out and add butter, salt and pepper.


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  Farmers are feeding their chickens crushed ice to keep them from laying boiled eggs.
  
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  The cows are giving evaporated milk.
  

To my Aussie friends this may apply to you as well. Heidi

Happiness and Change.

Image via All Posters.

7 Incalmo Cup Piece

Here are a few pics of an incalmo piece with 7 incalmo cups and ultimately a change of axis.

New Idea

We were experimenting a little bit with the ribs on the bowl.

Update of Bella Forte at Night

Here's a newer photo of our Glass Studio at night with the flowers grown up a little better.

Lt. Governor Jari Askins and Bella Forte Glass

We are honored that one of our beautiful fluted bowls, a Cerulean Blue with light blue accent, were choosen to present to our Lt. Governor, Jari Askins at the monthly AICCO meeting at the Meinders School of Business at Oklahoma City University. The accompanying photograph shows (beginning on the left) Micah McGahan, Lt. Gov. Jari Askings, myself-Chris McGahan, and Philip Busey Jr. at the presentation.

She sells sea shells on her web site.

I can't seem to shake the beach theme, maybe it has something to do with daydreaming about my Beach House. Remember, it doesn't cost a cent to dream. Enjoy, Heidi

Image via Room Service Home.

Image via Peggy Green.

Image via Peggy Green.

Image via Room Service Home.

Image via The Mermaid's Palace.

Pictures of Bella Forte Studio

I thought I had these in the blog, but after a quick look, I didn't see them. Here's Bella Forte in the day, (I'm getting ready to go into the studio - note the killer Chihuahuas) and here's Bella Forte at Night. Looks kinda Thomas Kincadeish doesn't it? Click on each picture for a bigger look.

The perfect Succulent Summer Purse.

Image via Smith and Hawkin.

Image via Smith and Hawkin.

Image via Flora Grubb Gardens.

Image via Flora Grubb Gardens.

Image via Flora Grubb Gardens.

Image via Flora Grubb Gardens.

I am scheming up a way to create one of these babies. Will let you know if successful.

Enjoy, Heidi

First Attempt at RETICELLO!

It's been a while since I've had time to post anything. I can't remember when I've been busier. Haven't worked out in over 2 weeks. (I can tell it, unfortunately) First, I want to say how nice it was to have Karl and Bill over to the studio again, and it was so nice to meet the guests they brought along. Dr. Long, Dr. Moore, Dr. Horstmanshof, and his wife. We had a great time enjoyed their company. Looking forward to doing it again. Also yesterday we were glad to meet Judy and Susan that drove up from Ardmore. Very nice folks.

Back to the reticello. We tried reticello for the first time yesterday. Very difficult to do unless you are Dante Marioni and Janusz Pozniak working together. They make it look easy these days. Well anyway, here's a photo of our first attempt. Not too bad for a first try. I know we will get better at it with practice. That's the way it always works. The piece is slightly over 16 1/2" tall and 9" wide.

It's a Summer Night Party in my Secret Garden.

Summer Party anyone?

You are all invited to my imaginary summer party tonight and
every night this week, in case you missed tonight.

There will be fruity frozen drinks, lanterns of coarse, all of the flowers in the garden are blooming and the sun is just setting. The pool is perfect for dipping in toes and for anyone who has the courage to jump in. The Ipod is playing my Favorites Playlist and there is a mouth watering spread of fruits, dips and hors d' oeuvres on a most beautifully decorated, candle lit buffet. Help yourself and enjoy, Heidi

Image via Flickr, Liquid Sky Arts


Image via Traditional Home.
Image via Ariella Chezar. She is the BOMB!



Image via Christina Schmidhofer.