Facets Art Glassworks

About Facets Art Glassworks

Facets Art Glassworks is a decorative arts and crafts studio located on Stephen St in the Byron neighbourhood of London, Ontario. The business serves those seeking handmade art and unique fiber goods, offering a wide variety of items ranging from household decorations to wearable fashion. The studio offers a diverse selection of products, including mosaics, Pique Assiette, and soldered 3-D pieces. These works are often created using repurposed materials such as stained glass, recycled glass, and broken china. Other offerings include beading, ARTemology window and wall sparklers, garden fairy items, and nautical creatures. The business also features a "Fabric & Fibre" line described as Industrial Naive Restoration, which includes hand-made cotton batik dresses, decorated denim jackets, crocheted and knitted wearable items, and various badges and patches. Customers can also request custom commissions for specific items with input on size and color. The studio was founded by Joan Brennan, who began her artistic journey in the late 60s. After a career as a chef and restaurant owner, she returned to her art in 2016. Her work is influenced by a long relationship with fabric, sewing, and dyeing. She specializes in using natural dyes from locally foraged plants and incorporates embroidery to embellish her pieces. The business describes its artistic approach as having high aims and an attempt at high resolution with a folk art bent.