Tanya Veit Releases Her First Instructional Glass Fusing DVD

Tanya Veit of the AAE  Glass Art Studio in Cape Coral, Florida has worked hard to bring even more glass fusing techniques and secrets into your home.  After much filming and editing, it is finally here.  You can purchase Tanya's very first glass fusing instructional DVD...

The never before seen projects include:

-Dichroic Engraving

-Compressing Layers

-Creating Holograms

-Sandcarved Jewelry

-Coldworking

-Adding Elements 

Tanya's unique and energetic teaching style is combined with some of her best selling techniques to bring you a glass fusing DVD that will open your mind to new glass fusing techniques.  If you haven't been able to get to Cape Coral, Florida to learn from Tanya in person, this is the next best thing.  We hope these new techniques inspire you and your fused glass art.  Thank you for your support. 

Huge Announcement & Free Saturday Video Tutorial from Tanya Veit

Be sure you "like" the AAE Glass Facebook page to be notified as soon as the new video from Tanya Veit is posted on Saturday.  It will be up for 72 hours only from the time it is released on Saturday, just like the last video. 

Speaking of the last video, we will be re-running last months video on Thursday Oct. 24th for those that missed it.  Again, be sure to "like" the AAE Glass Facebook page to be notified.

Did I mention Tanya Veit will be making a huge announcement on this Saturday's FREE video?  Don't miss it.  Be sure to tune in for your opportunity to own a new product that will change your glass fusing experience.  That is all I am at liberty to say for now.  HOWEVER...There is a way to get your hands on this new product TODAY, before everyone else, but you must visit the AAE Glass Art Studio in Cape Coral, Florida to get it.  If you are anywhere near Cape Coral this week, be sure to stop in and see what the buzz is about. 

Double Rewards Points at AAEGlass.com from Oct 17 through Oct. 20

Visit AAEGlass.com to earn Double Reward Points on all in stock items purchased online through Sunday Oct. 20.  If you would like to pick up your order at the studio, simply select the "will call" shipping option and you will avoid all shipping fees.  If there is an item that is out of stock, be sure to add it to your "wish list" and you will be notified immediately, via email, when the items arrive. 

Holiday season is just around the corner and now is the perfect time to stock up on items you need to generate sales or gifts.  Accenting your fused glass jewelry with our quality silver settings and decals is a great option to increase value.  Chains and cords make your jewelry ready to wear.  You may want to incorporate your fused glass art with our popular metal stands or wooden gift boxes.  You are sure to get a smile when combining beautiful fused glass with either of these display options.

We have a complete selection of popular CBS Dichroic glass as well as Bullseye sheet glass, frit and molds.  We also carry Olympic Kilns, Gemini Saws and Covington lap wheels and grinders.  Whether you are just starting out or looking to upgrade your studio, Tanya has the equipment for you.

Lets continue to spread the renewed excitement in the fused glass industry and break down barriers...together.  Now get fusing!

AAE Glass has Gemini Revolution XT saws, Covington Lap Wheels & Olympic Kilns

The mudroom at the AAE Glass Art Studio is being put to the test this week with two Extreme Fusing classes.  Tanya has the students cold working their pieces from day 1.  We had 4 Olympic kilns cooking yesterday, 4 Revolution XT saws cutting today and 2 Covington lap wheels spinning like crazy.  The Bullseye glass is being turned into some beautiful art with the help of these machines. 

AAE Glass carries Olympic kilns, Gemini saws, Covington lap wheels and more.  We have everything you need to create your glass fusing studio or take your current studio to the next level.  Call (239-471-7724) or email (info@aaeglass.com) Tanya to discuss which equipment fits your needs best.  You can pick your items up at the AAE Glass Art Studio or we can ship them directly to your front door. 

Lets get fusing!!!

AAE Glass Art Studio will be CLOSED Saturday October 19th

We apologize for the inconvenience while we upgrade.  We will re-open Tuesday, October 22 at 10am.  We are open today through Friday, October 18th from 10am until 5pm.  Call 239-471-7724 with any questions.  Thank you.

New Silver Settings Available at AAE Glass

AAE Glass has released new, modern silver jewelry setting designs.  These quality silver plated jewelry settings will enhance your fused glass jewelry as well as your bottom line.  We work with and promote hundreds of fused glass artists every year and those who incorporate these silver settings with their fused glass jewelry report a higher number of sales as well as higher profit margins per sale.  These settings will help you set yourself apart from other glass artists at an art show as well as act as an eye catching piece that will draw people into your booth.  We have dozens of designs to choose from including brand new earrings, bracelets and pendants.  

AAE Glass Releases Metal Glass Art Display Stands

AAE Glass has been selling  Glass Art Display Stands in the studio for awhile now and they have been a huge hit.  We have now added them to the AAE Glass website. These ornate stands are a great way to display your glass art pieces at home, at a show or in your studio.  Choose from several different designs.  Combine this stand with your glass art for a very high end item you can add to your inventory or booth.  The addition of these stands will increase the value of any piece of glass art you choose to combine it with. It is a nice additional piece to offer your customersand will set your work apart for sure! Ready to ship today!

10% Off All Supplies at the AAE Glass Art Studio this Week

10% OFF ALL SUPPLIES, IN STORE ONLY

AAE Glass Art Studio

1228 Lafayette St

Cape Coral, Fl 33904

239-471-7724

The AAE Glass Art Studio in Cape Coral, Florida will be giving an additional 10% off ALL supplies purchased, in studio, through Saturday.  What's that you say?  Isn't the studio closed this week for filming?  There has been an exciting turn of events and we have rescheduled filming for Memorial Day weekend as we will be closed then anyway.  To make up for the confusion, we want to offer an EXTRA 10% off ALL SUPPLIES purchased in the AAE Glass Art Studio.
ALL Bullseye Glass products will be 35% off, everything else is 10% off!  Come in and hand pick your glass and frit.  We have several new products available including: Molds, Stencils, Glass Stands, One of a kind Murrini glass canes in a variety of colors (available in store only) and much more.
We look forward to seeing you this week. 

AAE Glass Stencils for Sandblasting, Enamels and Glass Powders

 

These wonderful and unique stencils can be used with Bullseye glass powders, paints & enamels. Stencils come in 6x6 and 12x12 sizes. Stencils are of superior quality and very affordable. These are the same stencils Tanya Veit uses in her Extreme Fused Glass II workshop.

AAE Glass Art Studio Summer Hours

AAE Glass Art Studio Summer Hours

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 10am-5pm

Saturday 10am-3pm

CLOSED Sunday, Monday, Tuesday

1228 Lafayette St.

Cape Coral, FL 33904

239-471-7724

info@aaeglass.com

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The Cape Coral Art Scene has Serious Energy

The Paradise Tiki Hut Bar & Grill hosted a unique event last night that really brought some great energy to the art community of Cape Coral, Florida.  The event was put together with the idea of bringing artists of all kinds together.  This was a LIVE art show.  Artists were painting and demonstrating their works live around the pool, fire dancers twirled balls of fire in unison with the bass spewing from the speakers and to top it off, there was live break dancing every hour.  These guys were serious dancers and could walk on their hands as freely as they could on their feet.  All proceeds from the event went to American Cancer Society and judging by the turn out, they did all right.  AAE Glass was proud to be a small part of this event as we raffled off some finished pieces and free beginner class certificates. We talked to many people who were looking for a creative outlet and we provide just that.
We believe that making art fun and accessible to everyone is as important as anything when promoting and the Tiki Hut did just that.  Everyone at the event, young and old, had a level of energy that we don't typically see on a normal night out.  They were enthralled at the talent on display whether it be on a canvas or the dance floor.  Standing ovations were a common occurrence last night and every artist truly deserved it.  We hope to see more of these types of events here in Cape Coral, Florida because the number of talented artists in this area is great.

Featured Artist Deby Romaniw of Deby's Designs

 

DEBY'S DESIGNS

Deby Romaniw

As a jewelry and glass artist from Northeast Ohio, I have been creating jewelry designs for over 30 years and am constantly evolving and learning new processes for my work. My interest in art and jewelry began in the late 70’s in my small home town of Saline, Michigan.

In an effort to experiment with new techniques, I enrolled in a couple glass classes taught by an internationally renowned glass artist in Florida. These new techniques have given me the creative spark I needed and have allowed me to create pieces with the "wow" factor for which all artists strive.

My enthusiasm for creating glass art is never ending and I plan to share my craft with as many budding glass artists as possible. I am really looking forward to teaching basic glass fusing to kids in the summer and some adult classes in the fall.

Within the next five years, Deby's Designs goal is to be the name known for art glass jewelry design in North Eastern Ohio.

You can view more work at:

Debysdesigns.net

Etsy

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Glassline Fusing Paint at AAE Glass

AAE Glass has added Glassline Fusing Paints to our website.  Choose from over 25 individual colors or Tanya's Personal Paint Kit which has 14 paints including the popular copper and gold metallic.  This kit is made up of the most popular colors that Tanya uses in her Extreme Glass Fusing Workshops. 
Glassline paints are a favorite of Tanya's due to the various ways she has learned to use them.  It is very versatile and makes for some great accents with several different techniques. 

AAE Glass Reward Points

How would you like to earn reward points for every purchase that can be redeemed for a future discount on AAE Glass; Decals, Glass Settings, Stencils, Bails & Templates, Kiln Paper, Etching Stencils, Chains & Cords, Paints & Enamels, Webinar Supplies, Drill Bits, Kilns, Tanya Veit Workshops or
Guest Instructors (will be updated shortly)?

This program was designed to reward the loyalties of all the fused glass artists who have used our products and/or learned from Tanya.  We strive to bring you unique and unusual glass fusing products and techniques.  Tanya will be releasing the remainder of her 2013 teaching schedule shortly.  You can use your reward points to save on a workshop here in sunny Cape Coral, Florida.

If you would like to earn 25 FREE rewards points, no purchase necessary, create an account HERE.  It only takes a few seconds.

If you would like to view FREE VIDEOS on various glass fusing subjects, click HERE.  These are a great way to brush up on some basic skills if you have worked with glass for years or teach you some basics about glass art if you are just getting started.

To view some of Tanya Veit's work, visit her GALLERY.  Many of these techniques are taught by Tanya at the AAE Glass studio.

If you are in SW Florida and would like to take advantage of FREE STUDIO TIME, click HERE.

If you have any questions about open studio time or upcoming workshops, give the studio a call at 239-471-7724 or email us at info@aaeglass.com.

Thank you again to all of our loyal customers and students for all your support.  We want to continue to develop new classes and products so you can set your work apart.

Go Ahead and Daydream, It's Good for you

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Daydreaming is often thought of as wasting time or not being productive, especially in the work place.  New studies are showing that daydreaming is actually beneficial for your mind.  As the world becomes faster paced and more is demanded of us from teachers and bosses, it is becoming less likely that the average person is taking even just a few minutes for themselves to sort through thoughts and ideas or daydream about life or work goals.  It is when we daydream that we are able to relax our mind from the constant stimulation that we face everyday.  Whether it be family or work, there always seems to be a certain amount of stress we all feel and it adds up.  Daydreaming for a few minutes each day is a good way to relieve some of that stress and get your ducks in a row sort of speak.   You will feel more prepared to face the daily stresses in your life and ultimately become more productive.
If you are up north, lose yourself while watching the snow flakes fall from the sky.  Bring yourself back to your childhood when you used to make snow angels or build snow forts. 
If you are in the south, take a seat on a bench outside and let the warm breeze take your mind elsewhere. Feel the sand beneath your toes on a beach or smell the freshly cut grass on the golf course.

One thing is for certain, once you start daydreaming, there is no telling where your brain will take you and it really doesn't matter.  Simply daydreaming for a few minutes will relieve some stress and help you to see things clearer.
As glass artists, I'm sure you will be able to generate some creativity that you can translate into your glass art.  Be sure to take a few minutes each day to reflect on your accomplishments as well as your goals. Your body, mind and soul will thank you as will your creativity.  When you are done daydreaming and you feel a renewed sense of energy and creativity, visit AAE Glass to turn your newly envisioned glass art ideas into a reality!

Mark Veit

Tanya Veit's Glass Fusing Boot Camp at AAE Glass in Cape Coral, Florida

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  The enthusiasm in the AAE Glass Art studio this morning was like nothing I have seen before.  I stood in awe at the back of the room and listened to 10 talented and creative glass artists introduce themselves to each other.  The experience levels vary, but with Tanya putting on her show, experience doesn't matter.  If you are hungry to get more out of your glass fusing, Tanya will make sure exactly that happens and she will make sure you have fun doing it.
  These glass artists traveled from around the country to participate in Tanya Veit's very first glass fusing boot camp this week and for many of them, this is their second trip to the AAE Glass Art studio in sunny Cape Coral, Florida.
  To put this in context, AAE Glass is a Veit family run business, with Tanya and her glass fusing expertise leading the way.  The blessing and the curse of owning a family business is we see each other ALL of the time!  At work, Christmas, Thanksgiving, birthdays, even on the rare days that we get off we will run into each other in the grocery store or the Monkey Bar (those of you who have visited us know where this is).     We are a very close knit group down here in SW Florida and we love to poke fun at each other as well as share in great opportunities.  It is all in good fun, but because Tanya is the "face" of the operation, we make sure not to let her get a big head from all of the emails from students saying things like; "I have been fusing glass and taking classes for 30 years and Tanya's workshop is by far the most fun I have ever had." or "Tanya's glass fusing techniques have helped me grow my business and I have been able to turn my glass art from a hobby into a full time job."  or my favorite and we get this one on a regular basis, "Taking Tanya's class has given me a new motivation and passion for glass fusing, before her class, I hadn't worked in my studio for years and now I can't get enough."  I think you get the picture that Tanya is not only changing the glass fusing world, but she is positively touching peoples lives along the way with her genuine caring attitude and her ability to instill confidence in the artists who just need a little push. She is not afraid to challenge her students.
  That brings me back to this morning and listening to the introductions.  The compliments about Tanya that the repeat students were sharing with the first time students really made an impression.  The fact that these glass artists took the time out of their lives to travel to Cape Coral, Florida for a second time or a third time in some cases just to learn from Tanya is the highest compliment AAE Glass and Tanya Veit can be given.  I think today is the first day that we will take it easy on Tanya and not harass or tease her because she truly has earned her place in the glass fusing world and AAE Glass is ground zero. We are just getting started.
  We have so many fun things planned this week outside of the studio; Dublin's Irish Pub tonight for a welcome dinner, the Monkey Bar on Friday for live music and dancing and to close out the week, a BBQ at Tanya's.  A Tanya Veit workshop is more than a learning experience, it is an experience all on its own.
  I will do my best to give updates via this blog post throughout the week, but to truly get a feel of what I am describing, you will need to pack your bags and take a glass fusing vacation to SW Florida.  Consider your arm twisted!

Mark Veit

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GRINDIN' AT AAE GLASS

A STUDIO BEING PUT TO THE TEST