I’m totally hooked on Acrylic Pour, I just love how the colours pop. I re-purpose pots, vases and canvases to More
![Welcome to Handmade by Joolz! I'm Julia, and I'm all about crafting stained glass pieces that will steal your heart.
My creations are more than just decorations - they're a fusion of my love for stained glass and textiles that radiate warmth and comfort in your home.
Working with glass is my happy place, and I'm always exploring new techniques to add a unique touch to my work. I enjoy experimenting with found objects and wire embellishments to create 3D pieces that push the boundaries of traditional stained glass.
If you're looking to learn the art of stained glass, I offer beginner's workshops that are perfect for groups of four. Book a session through my website https://bit.ly/3AdjqZY or get in touch to schedule a bespoke experience.
Come and see me in action at PAOS and discover the magic of stained glass. Let's create something beautiful together!
[caption id="attachment_6415" align="alignleft" width="379"] Green Man Suncatcher 12"x12"[/caption]
[caption id="attachment_6416" align="alignnone" width="376"] Stained glass succulent tealight holders[/caption]
[caption id="attachment_23014" align="alignnone" width="198"] Barn Owl standing on a tree stump[/caption]](https://paos.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Handmade-by-Joolz-Julia-Taroni-1-600x600.jpg)
Welcome to Handmade by Joolz! I’m Julia, and I’m all about crafting stained glass pieces that will steal your heart. More
![[caption id="attachment_7510" align="alignleft" width="299"] Klimt and the Kiwi[/caption]
I took early retirement after 30+ years as a primary school teacher where one of my roles was invariably art co-ordinator - I have always had a bit of an arty streak!
I became interested in mosaics when my head teacher asked me to make one for the school with some lovely tiles which has been donated. Having only ever made mosaic patterns using paper squares in the classroom, the task of proper mosaicking was rather daunting. However after a lot of thought, problem solving and help from some children, a lovely mosaic was conceived and produced which still hangs outside the school. That was in 2006.
Since leaving teaching I still find the whole process of designing, sorting, gluing, grouting, cleaning and finishing a piece to be extremely therapeutic, rewarding and addictive. I now have my own "studio", attend regular craft fairs and take on big and small commissions.
My inspiration comes from where I am "at the moment". My fish and all things seaside happened after a trip to Southwold. The birds and flowers came after a walk through local bluebell woods. I love scouting around charity shops and vintage markets - always on the lookout for that something special I can use! Quirky glass beads are a favourite find.
[caption id="attachment_6074" align="alignnone" width="536"] Beach Huts[/caption]
[caption id="attachment_21757" align="alignleft" width="389"] Feature Window Commission[/caption]](https://paos.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Alison-Parry-1-487x600.jpeg)
I took early retirement after 30+ years as a primary school teacher where one of my roles was invariably art More
