Nostalgic Beach Umbrella Plate

Summer 2025

Use powdered frits to create spotted highlights reminiscent of beach umbrellas, then fabricate a dish with sand- and sea-colored sheet glass. The project measures 7” x 5” before slumping. Firing schedules are provided in Fahrenheit and Celsius. Article originally published on page 62 in the Summer 2025 issue of Glass Patterns Quarterly®. Design, Fabrication, Photos, and Text by Drew Kail

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