Silverstain Glass Studio | Cape Town

Silverstain Glass Studio | Enter Enlightenment

From traditional and classical buildings to your home or workplace, Silverstain Glass Studio brings the beauty and elegance of art into your world.


Anika van der Merwe, the Head Artist of the studio, has spent the last few years working with various studios in the United Kingdom as a glass painter and stained glass artist.  With her Fine Art and Stained Glass qualifications and completed apprenticeships, she has recently returned, bringing her expertise to South African shores.

A selection of projects Anika has worked on:

Saint Mary the Virgin, Harefield,  United Kingdom
Welsh Church, Paddington,  London
Church of the Transfiguration, Kensal Rise, London
All Saints, Tooting, London
Saint Andrews, St Albans, United Kingdom
Saint Bartholomews, Barbican, London
Saint Bartholomews:  William Harvey Heart Centre

"We are inspired, qualified and experienced artists, specializing in the creation and restoration of decorative and timeless Stained Glass.
 With 12 years’ experience in the field of Stained Glass and Fine Arts, we provide a range of techniques covering the art of kiln-fired; and painted Stained Glass; and designing modern, traditional, and ecclesiastical lead lights and windows. Including the hacking out, temporary glazing, fitting, and installation of windows in both woodwork and stone.
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Anika van der Merwe

Anika has achieved so much and is an inspiring artist striving to produce high-end, exquisite stained glass and conceiving workable designs, from a thumbnail cartoon sketch to a full-scale design.

 

Anika is excited and honored to be included in the fantastic Mosaic & Glass Arts International exhibition in 2023. The dates are September 1 - 30, 2023 at CEPA Gallery, Buffalo, New York! The exhibition series will feature the Society of American Mosiac Artists and the Stained Glass Association of America (SGAA) with various segments including Fine Arts, Site-Specific, and Architectural Art.

A special exhibit by Kate Kerrigan will dazzle and delight, as the exhibition elevates fresh perspectives of architectural stained glass and mosaic art.

Anika said "The Best in Show award is deeply appreciated and I am happy to be representing South Africa and what we are capable of creating in this crazy lovely country. Also to Ree Treweek , Angelo Carelse and Johannes Mashiri, great work guys!"


Here’s the link if you’d like to know more:
mosaicandglassartsinternational2023.artcall.org

There is a great freedom of expression in Stained Glass. In exploring the rich variety of colors and textures combined with the streaming of natural light. It becomes a medium for personal expression or pure decorative sophistication.

Contact Anika here

www.silverstain.co.za
View more of their work on facebook: www.facebook.com/SilverStainGlassStudio
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"Silverstain Glass Studio in Cape Town delivers exceptional artwork with graceful precision"



Kamersvol Geskenke 2014

A Gift of Design - by Leandri De Kock

If you haven’t been to Kamersvol Geskenke (better known as simply “Kamers”), you’ve been missing out. 
Haven’t heard of it? You've been hiding! And you're in luck, because there is still a chance for you to experience this amazing event in 2014! 

First, let me tell you a little bit about it.

The project first started in 2003 in Stellenbosch when a group of close friends vacated their home to literally create “kamers vol geskenke” (rooms filled with gifts), starting with only 40 exhibitors. But this has never been and never will be your average craft market. Kamers is fully run by women and the event showcases only the best of the best since it has grown exponentially bigger every year. 
Application to be an exhibitor is also not just a walk in the park, and exhibitors have to comply with very specific and strict criteria. Kamers showcases new and fresh talent to sell unique things that you wouldn’t find anywhere else, including home ware, furniture, art, decor, jewelry, clothing and cosmetics. Therefore, when you come to Kamers, expect the exhibitions and stalls to be locally manufactured, original, fresh, different, inspirational and exciting. And if that isn’t a mouthful, don’t get me started on the food and, most importantly, the wine. So while enjoying some live music, grab a freshly made gourmet pizza and a glass (or a bottle) of wine.

Since Kamers has moved to bigger event spaces such as Webersburg Wine Estate in Stellenbosch, it has started supporting various initiatives as it has grown, giving more opportunities to young entrepreneurs to showcase their work. Most recently Kamers collaborated with the Cape Craft and Design Institute (CCDI) at the Castle of Good Hope as part of the Word Design Capital Cape Town 2014 initiative, creating a smaller version of the usual pop-up retail event. This took place in the beginning of June this year, but if you missed it, there is still the opportunity to attend the larger scale events later this year at the two beautiful locations. 

Now that you’ve heard of it, be sure not to miss this amazing project!
Stellenbosch: Webersburg Wine Estate 4-9 November 
Irene, Pretoria: Open Window 2-7 December

You can grab a copy of the 2014 Product Review by visiting: blog.kamersvol.com 

Keep up to date with Kamers here:
www.facebook.com/Kamersvol 
www.kamersvol.com

Touch Wood Designs and Jewelry

Touch Wood Designs

Natalie Wood spends her time making one-of-a-kind jewelry by hand. Her passion for making crafts has grown from a young age. Always fascinated by beautiful objects her pieces are created with an essence of nature and elements of surprise.

Situated in Somerset West, Cape Town, Touch Wood Designs brings a smile to any lady’s face which of course, inspires Natalie to pursue her passion.

Natalie’s friends would touch wood and afterward touch Natalie for luck hence, the name Touch Wood and surely enough her surname is Wood too. 

Natalie is sure to be able to cater to every woman’s style and needs. Natalie says “My jewelry varies to all categories in jewelry accessories.” 

Her work is mostly beaded jewelry with a significant style to every piece she makes and lastly, Natalie loves bringing joy into people’s lives through her work.

Go on and touch wood here: 

https://www.facebook.com/touchwoodjewellerynw

 touchwoodjewellerynw

"Handmade jewelry created with love and thought, designed by Natalie Wood :), and other jewelry at bargain prices."