Kiku Handmade

Kiku Handmade makes functional kiln glass goods. By combining two mediums - printmaking and glass - artist Laurie Freivogel is able to screen print her imagery onto layers colorful sheet glass then fuse in a kiln to about 1400 degrees. After cold working on wet saws, grinders and sanders, many pieces go back into the kiln a second time to drape or slump into their final shape. She uses her love of bold color, pattern and a modern sense of design to create a line of home goods from coasters and platters, to vases, bowls and even ornaments. Laurie's artwork is primarily inspired by pop culture, pattern and nature and while her work is very graphic, she's a practical person so her pieces are as functional as they are pretty.