Prairie Fire Glass

04/22/2026

Cherry Blossom or Peony? 👁️ of the beholder! 😁

04/15/2026

‘Shroomin’ Season! 😁🍄

Just a heads up folks, the gallery will be closed this Saturday, April 18th. We’re going to see Mac McAnally on a river cruise courtesy of my awesome brother Cris!🍸🦜

04/08/2026

Here's something new! Celebrate life’s brightest moments with "Birthstone Celebrations". Each glass paperweight glows with the color of its birthstone and can be customized with your loved one’s name and special date. A joyful keepsake for birthdays, new babies, and milestone memories. What do you think?😊

04/01/2026

Hey folks, I've got a big litter of baby Fu Dog statues and just a few salt & pepper shakers, created by Julie Frith, in the gallery. I'm having trouble contacting folks through FB and Messenger who expressed interest from my original post on Nov 3. If you want a pair of baby Fu's, come on by, or give me a call at the studio. 😊

03/25/2026

Firebirds lay little eggs too! And egg ornaments! Ouch! 😉 Got 'em in the gallery.

03/11/2026

Firebirds are quite prolific! 😁https://prairiefireglass.com/collections/paperweights

03/04/2026

Firebird eggs! It's going to take a big Easter Bunny to deliver these!😁🐰

02/25/2026

As an artist, you can’t “squeeze out sparks”. I learned a long time ago that my muse is named “What If?” 😉

02/11/2026

For some reason, I find myself making this design, "Through Tall Trees", at this time of year again. Wishful thinking I guess. 😊

12/22/2025

Spur of the moment interview last Friday. Honestly, not a big fan of tooting my own horn, but this is a nice piece. Thanks Jordan!
Hours this Christmas week. Tuesday 11-5, Wednesday 11-4, closed Christmas Day, Friday 11-4, Saturday 11-4.
Shine your light this holiday season. Joy to you and yours! 🎄💖

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