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Panic In Detroit: Glass Action!
David Bowie nightlights, UFO ornaments, pin-up girl sun-catchers — this ain’t your grandma’s stained glass. Working out of a cozy home studio, Carey Gustafson creates stained glass pieces with a pop-culture twist. Gustafson accidentally picked up the craft while freelancing as a pattern artist for a glass shop after high school. After training and working as a professional glass artist for 15 years, Gustafson recently gave up the daily grind to start her own line of glass goods: Glass Action!
Using primarily the traditional Tiffany (foil) technique, each section of a piece is scored, smoothed on a diamond wheel and put together like a puzzle. Gustafson also does traditional pieces, full stained glass repairs and commissioned custom work. Want to see your favorite image immortalized in stained glass? Gustafson can do it. “I love the challenge of taking direction from a client’s raw ideas of what they want and making something better than what they expect,” she says.
If you’re still looking for some unique stocking stuffers, stop by the Glass Action! Home Show this Saturday. Along with Gustafson’s trademark pop-culture pieces, there will be a wide array of traditionally themed Christmas creations. With most pieces ranging from $5 to $40, you can find something affordable and special for everyone from your mom to your rock-star boyfriend.
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Latest Blog Entries
- Jan 12, 2009 7:19 PM One stop shop for YOUR VALENTINE with Glass Action!
- Jan 1, 2009 9:35 PM Delphi’s "Inspiring Workspaces"
- Nov 9, 2008 11:27 PM Next Saturday - DETROIT URBAN CRAFT FAIR!
- Jun 18, 2008 5:55 AM Glass Action! featured in Hour Detroit Magazine, Nov ’07: story ONLINE!
- Jun 10, 2008 9:50 PM Club Red Thursdays in Ferndale VENDOR information!!
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About me:
I have been a glass artist for many years and was trained from the ground up--every technique and trick in the book on traditional Tiffany (foil) style, and leaded glass work. After working for other companies and building hundreds of projects, I somehow managed to buy a little home in Ferndale and tore apart the basement and erected a workshop to make my own custom things!
My idea for GLASS ACTION! is a simple one. I'm a sucker for Pop Art and portraiture and love to incorporate it into my work. I also do traditional pieces and full Stained Glass Repairs. I love the challenge of taking direction from a clients idea of what they want, and making something better than what they had expected!
Myspace is a great way to network and I hope you add GLASS ACTION! as a friend so I can promote art shows and events i'm participating in! As my new Online Portfolio grows, i'll be sure to update my picture page.
Please contact me here or at glass_action@yahoo.com for commissions, referals, ideas or suggestions/requests.
Thanks so much for the support!
-Carey
UPCOMING SHOWS:
Friday, December 5th - BAAR BAZAAR at The Majestic Theatre. No cover
Saturday, December 12th - Affirmations Holiday Show! Ferndale, MI - No cover
Saturday, December 19th - Handmade Detroit Presents: HOLIDAY CRAFTERNOON! No cover
Happy shopping!
Thank you so, so much to all my new clients, friends and fans of GLASS ACTION! Each year gets better and better. Keep pumping me with suggestions and requests! xo cg
CUSTOM WORK by GLASS ACTION! I do LOTS of custom orders! Write me with your project ideas or requests--QUOTES are always FREE!
Boxes Night-lites birthday gifts holiday & wedding gifts hanging panels/suncatchers charms/Jewelry holiday ornaments repairs/restorations
Pick up or delivery available, and most projects are easily shipped.
glass_action@yahoo.com
My Etsy shop! http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5115864
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- Status: In a Relationship
- Here for: Networking, Friends
- Zodiac Sign: Libra
- Occupation: Glass Artist/Entertainer/Matchmaker
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THANK YOU FOR THE ADD AND THE FRIENDSHIP!
PLEASE CHECK OUT THIS SHOW AND SEE IF YOU WANT TO GO!
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Happy Birthday Weekend!!! Saw Lisa + JB last night, pretty fun! xo
Hi there guys! Hope your summer is going well.
RainyDay, in cooperation with the Grosse Pointe Village Association, is producing our second annual "Art on the Block" fair, to be held in conjunction with the Associations "Grosse Pointe's Greatest Block Party", taking place on Saturday September 12th and Sunday, September 13th 2009. The block party draws more than 10,000 visitors during this weekend of art, music, food and fun~!
We are still looking for some artists to get involved. The fee is only $100 for a 10x10 space. If anyone would like to be involved you can contact us at Rainydayartco@comcast.net or give us a call at (313)881-6305. We can pass on a run down of the event, application, etc. Or for more information on the block party event visit the associations website www.thevillagegp.com.
Thanks so much!
Why not come drink with us @ The Lager House tonight? It's no cover, and we will be drunk!

Thanks so much for showing with the 'dAP last night!
Thank you for your donation to the auction as well!
You rock fancy David Bowie Nightlight lady!
Thanks. You truly are tha bomb!

♥ ♥ ♥ Thanks for the add!!! ♥ ♥ ♥
"Well, its very exasperating when you can't get it right."
Donald Judd
Peace & Love,
Jim