The Glass Cabin

These two pretty little fern boxes, one with butterflies, the other with crystals, will be available in Monday's shop update! One PM eastern time, just follow the link in my bio. 🌿 #shopupdate #shophandmade #stainedglass #handmadegifts #stainedglassbox #glassbox #stainedglassfern #natureinspiredart #fernandbutterflies #crystals #quartz #amethyst #hiddengems https://www.instagram.com/p/B3hxjohnsCn/?igshid=14izakp9wncj8

Wrapping up #marchmeetthemaker with #support There is no way I could be a professional artist without the support of two people, my mother and my boyfriend Robert. They are always on my side and helping out when I need it. Also in my web of support: Every shop or gallery that sells my work, everyone of you who has commissioned or purchased a piece, every sweet comment and 💓 you give my photos...all of that is the support that I bring with me into the lonely studio. Thanks and live to you all! https://www.instagram.com/p/BvpWOhGgU1u/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=15wkk8h3yl141

I've been traveling all week, so I'm very far behind with #marchmeetthemaker . I've missed some fun prompts, but let's cover a few days with #howilearned and #workspace . .... I've spent the last few months getting my studio set up for guests..! .I'm so excited to be teaching stained glass here at my home workspace. I have a few spots left for the spring workshops here at my studio in NJ. I'll also be teaching a beginner stainedglass weekend in Pennsylvania @touchstonecenterforcrafts. I can't wait for this immersive beginner experience!!! I definitely think stainedglass is a craft that is best learned hands on with a mentor.. I learned almost twenty years ago from Artist Jim Pinto at local studio Northeast Stained Glass in Newton NJ. (at Lake Mohawk, New Jersey) https://www.instagram.com/p/BvJBqchAxZZ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=qh0et6kyqjwd

I was traveling yesterday, so today I'm doing a two for one #marchmeetthemaker. Yesterday was #flatlay and today is #toolsandmaterials 📐🔧🔨 My tools and materials photo is inspired by @humphreyandgrace whose flaylay photos are soooo gorgeous. I wish I had her photography skills. 🏵️💮🌼 One of the things I love about working in stained glass is how simple and basic the tools are. Glass cutter, breaking/grozing and running pliers, and soldering iron are all you really need. Add in some glass, copper foil and start making! https://www.instagram.com/p/BumjeWMA-6C/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1cevkhfubkzz6

I began the cabin project because I was unhappy... unhappy in life in general and unhappy with my work. I was kind of bored with the jewelry work, and was't getting any commission work, definitely not anything that inspired me. So I decided to bring this crazy idea that I had to make a stained glass cabin out of old window frames to life. I am sooo happy I gave myself this gift of following my whims. The cabin gas given me a real pride in my work and has helped me refine my style and really figure out the type of work I want to make. It has also brought me so many opportunities....an incredible installation @foundingfarmkop and a teaching gig at the gorgeous creative retreat @plumnelli ... BUT all of that awesome stuff has kept me from working on the cabin. It's been over a year since I've added a new window. I made my new year's resolution to create new work just for me and the cabin, and I've finally made the time for it....and I'm in love! Work is in progress on this Aspen/Birch polypore oyster mushroom stag beetle extravaganza! I can't wait to get it in the cabin! (at Lake Mohawk, New Jersey) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bt7o1rLgeOX/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=113jmdab616c2

Shop update now live! Follow the link in my bio! https://www.instagram.com/p/Bqp5PDXnTOr/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=3o2vch6v03p4

Queen of the Monarchs!

And then the sun came out😀❄️🌞 #windows #snowstorm #crystals #amethyst #crocus #stainedglass #artofig #handmadehome #glasshouse #recycledhome #oldwindowframes #repurposed #cabinlove #cabindecor #finecraft #traditionalcrafts #oneofakind #uniquehomes (at The Glass Cabin)

Let the sun shine in. (at Sparta, New Jersey)

So cold. ❄️So beautiful. ❄️And so much fun in the snow today. ❄️Stay cozy, friends.❄️ #snowday #winterscenes #outside #winter #cabinlove #cabinporn #shackitecture #madetocreate #outside #dslooking #makeithappen #putyourheartintoit #staycozy #cozy #lakemohawk #pursuepretty #flashesofdelight #livecolorfully #cozyhome #abmlifeisbeautiful #goexplore #livefolk #stayandwander (at The Glass Cabin)

The shop is open after a nice long Christmas break. I traveled over 3000 miles, spent precious time with family, saw beautiful mountain scenery, and partied in dreamy New Orleans. I feel both worn out and rejuvenated at the same time. I really started missing the studio while I was away, gave it a deep cleaning and organizing yesterday, and now I'm back to work (play). Happy New Year everyone! Let's make great art in 2017!

#bestnine2016 Kind of makes my eyes hurt! Thanks for all the love. So excited to see what 2017 brings! (at The Glass Cabin)

For all the procrastinators like me, I'm offering free priority shipping until 12/20, my deadline for holiday delivery. Use coupon code SANTA at checkout. #freeshipping #holidayshopping #etsyshop #neile.etsy.com #butterflyjewelry #uniquegifts #giftgoals #oneweekleft

The Glass Cabin is looking good in the snow!  I love how the colors are so bright when the rest of the world looks black and white.

Black Friday Super Sale!!! Everything is on sale! Follow the link in my profile or search neile on etsy. At checkout use coupon code JOYTOTHEWORLD for 25% off your entire order. #shophandmade #shoponetsy #handmadegifts #handmadeholidays #blackfridaysale #blackfriday #etsyshop ##stainedglass #suncatcher #bohogiftidea #christmaspresents #smallbusiness #handmadehome #crystal #crystalart

The mushrooms around the yard inspired the latest window...slime mold and oyster mushrooms.

-The Glass Cabin, Lake Mohawk, New Jersey