Fusing glass requires rigorous attention to detail.  The various heating temperatures and the
rates of speed in adjusting the temperature are all critical to creating strong, beautiful, lasting
pieces of wearable art.

How is glass “fused?”

Glass is heated to temperatures up to 1500º where it makes the transition from a solid to a
more fluid form.  At this stage, two pieces of glass melt and begin to stick together.  Once at the
desired temperature, the pieces are “soaked” or sit at the high temperature to create uniformity
and smooth edges.  The piece must then be quickly cooled to a specific temperature to prevent
surface marring.  Annealing happens when the glass properties change back from liquid to a
solid form stabilizing and strengthening the glass.