Ceramic and Glass

Freeform Organic Sinks Made from Recycled Glass

I love the variety of bathroom sinks available these days. It's really become an art form with glass, tile, and ceramic artists creating myriad colors and styles. And if you're into the green movement, you can find plenty of options that are eco-friendly too. This freeform organic sink from Bear Creek Glass is made from recycled glass. Named the "Ocean," it would certainly make an eye-catching focal point for any bathroom. Each bowl is handcrafted and available in numerous colors (with custom co...

SGCD Announces Formation of Regulatory and Technical Panel

The Society of Glass and Ceramic Decorators (SGCD) has formed a new Regulatory and Technical Panel headed by former SGCD president Paul Duffer, Ph.D., who recently retired from PPG Industries.

Etsy Finds: Best "Undiscovered" Finds

Hello, friends! This is a friendly reminder that Etsy's Pounce is still the best way to keep on top of new, undiscovered shops and hot items! What, you didn't know? You can choose between viewing shops that haven't yet made their first sale (and get the scoop on talented newbies before anyone else), or shops that have recently sold an item. (So you better move fast to snap up what they've got left!) Pounce is one of the fastest-loading search features on Etsy, so it's really fun browsing to boot...

Ceramic and glass materials :structure, properties and processing

Hayden Library - STACK TA455.C43.C473 2008

Splash Proof Coatings

OhGizmo writes up a company called Gold Shellback, that claims it can "splash proof" your gadgets. In their own words: "Golden Shellback coating produces a vacuum deposited film that is nonflammable, has low toxicity and has the ability to weatherproof electronic devices and other surfaces. When applied to clean, moisture free surfaces, such as plastic, copper, aluminum, metal, ceramic, steel, tin or glass, the coating is transparent with excellent weather proofing and anti-corrosion properties...

NY Times Building Altered Due to Climbing Trend

Architectural Record covers Forest City Ratner and The NY Times Corporation's response to being the proud owners of the tallest ladder in the world. When the New York Times Building opened in late 2007, critics marveled at the 3-inch-diameter ceramic rods covering the façade of the 52-story skyscraper—the first glass tower with a sunscreen to be built in the United States. But last Wednesday, dozens of the trademark, and evidently climber-friendly, rods were removed just hours after the thir...

Ceramic Flying Cloud ship w/ frame (Cedar Park) $50

This was purchased new in the 60s and is in great shape. You can take the back off and clean the glass and ship. It measures 41" W x 29" T. Don't email, call 512 264 4961.

Beads! Beads! Beads! *****Close Out Sale******

100s of strands. pearls, blown glass, ceramic, wood, red coral, ivory etc etc. By appt in southern marin. Plus other natural rocks and fossils and crystals. 415.388.2087

3-person IR Sauna - High Tech!! (Webster, MN) $2000

Infrared Sauna - Burns up to 600 calories an hour!! Rare find in GREAT condition!! The Keys Backyard 3-Person Sauna uses infrared heat to help stress and tension disappear while you relax in the privacy and convenience of your own home. The infrared heat remains at a comfortable 110°F - 120°F and warms your entire body up to 1 1/2 inches deep beneath the skin. Additional benefits of an infrared sauna include: removal of toxins and mineral waste, burning of calories, relief of pain, improvement...

SOUTHERN LIVING @ HOME/GAIL PITMAN ITEMS (VANC)

Several items - all new/never used. 2 gail pitman compotes/candle holders - yellow and green in color $10 each. 2 wrought iron trays/holders with glass bottoms $20 each, 1 white ceramic tray $10.