She begins the fusing process by layering dichroic and non-coated glass in her chosen design. When she is designing she loves the wonderful movement of light created by blending dichroic glass colors (dichroic glass reflects and transmits light in more than one color, and the color can change depending on the background or viewing angle). Then, the glass is fired in the kiln at temperatures ranging from 1250 to 1500 degrees.

Next the glass is cut to size or shaped, then it is fired a second time, this time using heat to create a highly polished surface on the glass. Jewelry pieces are finished using sterling silver wire or silver, or gold-filled findings. From start to finish, she plans on about a week of studio time to complete the artistic process. Each piece is handcrafted and uniquely one-of-a-kind.

Gigi Laberge gratefully thanks her family, friends and everyone who makes her artistic endeavors possible.