Susan Fullenbaum
Susan Fullenbaum has created stained glass images for thirty-five years. During the last 20 years, she has concentrated on Judaic art. Her designs now depict Jewish themes. This new direction has enriched her life, which, in turn, enriches her creations.
Susan’s three dimensions figures are well-known and featured in many of her Hanukkah menorahs. These use stained glass, metal, and wire. During the past several years, her work has begun to feature sandblasting and kiln work to create new and exciting creations.
Gifts for life cycle events, holidays, and special occasions can be found on her website (www.stainedglassdesigns.net). Many of these ideas were inspired through interaction with her customers. Susan challenges you to ask questions and come up with new ideas that can be executed in stained glass. Susan can be reached at: stainedglassdesigns@gmail.com.
Susan’s three dimensions figures are well-known and featured in many of her Hanukkah menorahs. These use stained glass, metal, and wire. During the past several years, her work has begun to feature sandblasting and kiln work to create new and exciting creations.
Gifts for life cycle events, holidays, and special occasions can be found on her website (www.stainedglassdesigns.net). Many of these ideas were inspired through interaction with her customers. Susan challenges you to ask questions and come up with new ideas that can be executed in stained glass. Susan can be reached at: stainedglassdesigns@gmail.com.
Creation Mezuzah by Susan Fullenbaum
Creating a mezuzah this small with all the days of creation was quite a task but it worked! The creation of day and night, the waters of the sea, the heavens, the earth and vegetation, the creatures of the sea, and the birds in the sky are all defined. The story of creation is from Genesis 1:1-2:3).
The graphic has been sandblasted in three colors of iridescence reflecting the light with sparkling color variations. The stained glass is added to the plexiglass case with another layer of glass.
The mezuzah case comes with nails and a printed scroll or klaf, ready to be placed on the doorpost of a Jewish home. The scroll contains the words of two passages from Deuteronomy, 11:13 and 6:4-9. Deuteronomy 6:4-9 has the words of the "Shema Israel" in which God commands Jews to keep God's words constantly in their minds and in their hearts.
Scroll opening - 7mm Plexiglass case 1 1/4 x 6"
The graphic has been sandblasted in three colors of iridescence reflecting the light with sparkling color variations. The stained glass is added to the plexiglass case with another layer of glass.
The mezuzah case comes with nails and a printed scroll or klaf, ready to be placed on the doorpost of a Jewish home. The scroll contains the words of two passages from Deuteronomy, 11:13 and 6:4-9. Deuteronomy 6:4-9 has the words of the "Shema Israel" in which God commands Jews to keep God's words constantly in their minds and in their hearts.
Scroll opening - 7mm Plexiglass case 1 1/4 x 6"
$
65.00
Jerusalem Tzedakah Box by Susan Fullenbaum
The Jerusalem scene of houses, hills and the wall are part of this unique tzedakah box. Jerusalem, the city of gold, can be used for a special bar or bat mitzvah gift. The principal of tzedakah, of giving, is one of the important principals in Judaism along with the study of torah and tikun olam, to repair the world.
The stained glass front of Jerusalem has been sandblasted and then fire polished in the kiln to bring out the iridescence and color of the glass. After this process the rest of the glass is cut by hand, wrapped in copper, and soldered to form the tzedakah box.
Size - 2 1/2 x 8 x 2 1/2"
The stained glass front of Jerusalem has been sandblasted and then fire polished in the kiln to bring out the iridescence and color of the glass. After this process the rest of the glass is cut by hand, wrapped in copper, and soldered to form the tzedakah box.
Size - 2 1/2 x 8 x 2 1/2"
$
160.00
Bar/Bat Mitzvah Frame by Susan Fullenbaum
A photograph from your special day would look great in this contemporary picture frame. You can choose a frame in blues or mauves and purples for your bar or bat mitzvah.
Each piece of glass is hand cut, wrapped in copper and soldering together into the frame. The frame is then soldered to the colorful base, made of glass and zinc.
The tallit, prayer shawl, is an important symbol used on the side of the frame. On this special day the bar or bat mitzvah wears a tallis for the first time when called to the bimah to read from the torah.
Photo size - 4 x 6"
Each piece of glass is hand cut, wrapped in copper and soldering together into the frame. The frame is then soldered to the colorful base, made of glass and zinc.
The tallit, prayer shawl, is an important symbol used on the side of the frame. On this special day the bar or bat mitzvah wears a tallis for the first time when called to the bimah to read from the torah.
Photo size - 4 x 6"
$
80.00
Olive Branch Menorah by Susan Fullenbaum
The olive tree is an ancient symbol of peace. In Genesis 8:11, a dove brings an olive branch to Noah after the flood. This is a symbol that the waters of the flood are receding and that life is returning to earth. Two olive branches with fruit combines with the seven branched menorah are a symbol of modern Israel and project its hope for peace.
The twisted olive tree is an appropriate symbol for this Hanukkah menorah and a magnificent gift for the holiday. The graphic has been deeply sandblasted onto the 12x3" bevel and then UV glued to the bevel base. The candle holders are added last - eight for each night of Hanukkah and one, the Shammos, to light the others each night.
Size 12 x 4 x 2"
$
175.00
Woman of Valor Vase by Susan Fullenbaum
"Ashet Chayil" or "Woman of Valor" from King Solomon's poem describes and praises the ideal Jewish woman. This vase for fresh flowers is the ideal gift for any special occasion honoring your woman of valor.
The vase is fabricated using a custom cut jade colored bevel. The wording has been sandblasted on the back of the vase and the light shining through it enhances the wording. The hole of the water reservoir has been carefully drilled through the 3/4" thick glass.
Vase size - 4x4"
The vase is fabricated using a custom cut jade colored bevel. The wording has been sandblasted on the back of the vase and the light shining through it enhances the wording. The hole of the water reservoir has been carefully drilled through the 3/4" thick glass.
Vase size - 4x4"
$
70.00
Tree of Life Menorah by Susan Fullenbaum
The symbol of the Tree of Life is used in Judaism in the Torah. The Torah is a " Tree of Life - Etz Hayyim - to all who hold fast to it" and it represents "eternal life planted in our midst." The graphic has been designed with Julie Staller-Pentelnik, a Jewish artist well known for her Hebrew calligraphy and ketubot.
The Tree of Life glitters in the light of the candles with the use of this iridescent dark green stained glass. The glass have been sandblasted and then fire polished in the kiln. The hand cut glass is then adhered to the beveled base and candle holders are added. There are eight candle holders for each night of Hanukkah and one, the Shammas, used to light the candles each night. The candles are in a straight row and the shammos is taller and separate for a reason. This arrangement meet the specifications of a kosher menorah.
The symbol of the Tree of Life is a meaning for gift for any Jewish home and could be a special gift for a bar or bat mitzvah, a wedding, a birth, an anniversary or an engagement.
Size - 12 x 7 x 3"
The Tree of Life glitters in the light of the candles with the use of this iridescent dark green stained glass. The glass have been sandblasted and then fire polished in the kiln. The hand cut glass is then adhered to the beveled base and candle holders are added. There are eight candle holders for each night of Hanukkah and one, the Shammas, used to light the candles each night. The candles are in a straight row and the shammos is taller and separate for a reason. This arrangement meet the specifications of a kosher menorah.
The symbol of the Tree of Life is a meaning for gift for any Jewish home and could be a special gift for a bar or bat mitzvah, a wedding, a birth, an anniversary or an engagement.
Size - 12 x 7 x 3"
$
240.00
Family Picture Menorah by Susan Fullenbaum
Changing pictures in this Hanukkah family menorah would be lots of fun before the holiday each year. Kids will be able to see how much they have grown! This delightful, colorful menorah can match any photos that you choose. The photos are easily removed and slide back into the circles of wires on the reverse side of the plate glass. With digital cameras and computers the photos can be designed to fit the sizes needed for this photo family menorah.
What a wonderful gift for any occasion - a birth, a bar or bat mitzvah, a birthday.
Each section of stained glass has been hand cut, wrapped in copper, and soldered to each other to form this contemporary Hanukkah picture holder. The glass base is added along with the bar that holds the nine candle holders, one for each of the eight nights of Hanukkah and the other for the shammos that lights the candles each night.
Size - 15 x 5 x 3"
Photo sizes - 3 x 4 1/2", 2 1/2 x 3 1/2", and 2 1/4" x 3"
What a wonderful gift for any occasion - a birth, a bar or bat mitzvah, a birthday.
Each section of stained glass has been hand cut, wrapped in copper, and soldered to each other to form this contemporary Hanukkah picture holder. The glass base is added along with the bar that holds the nine candle holders, one for each of the eight nights of Hanukkah and the other for the shammos that lights the candles each night.
Size - 15 x 5 x 3"
Photo sizes - 3 x 4 1/2", 2 1/2 x 3 1/2", and 2 1/4" x 3"
$
140.00
Klezmer Band Menorah by Susan Fullenbaum
These Klezmer musicians definitely appear as if they are enjoying their music just as much as you will be when lighting this Hanukkah menorah. Notice that not only are they playing their instruments with gusto but their feet are tapping! This musical menorah represents the joy of music and joyous celebration of the hanukkah season.
The colorful glass on the menorah has been handcut, wrapped in metal, and soldered. The arms and legs are formed, wires added for detail, and the men come alive as they are formed and connected into this 5 piece band. The musical instruments - violin, base, accordian, clarinet, and trombone - are created as authentic as possible into glass and wire. Since this menorah is handmade, no two menorahs are exactly alike.
The musicians stands on a glass base, 12" long, supported by zinc and wires. The musicians stand 7" tall.
The colorful glass on the menorah has been handcut, wrapped in metal, and soldered. The arms and legs are formed, wires added for detail, and the men come alive as they are formed and connected into this 5 piece band. The musical instruments - violin, base, accordian, clarinet, and trombone - are created as authentic as possible into glass and wire. Since this menorah is handmade, no two menorahs are exactly alike.
The musicians stands on a glass base, 12" long, supported by zinc and wires. The musicians stand 7" tall.
$
210.00
Teen Sports Menorah by Susan Fullenbaum
A variety of sports for males and females are featured in this Hanukkah menorah. The colorful sports figures are ready to play either lacrosse, tennis, soccer or basketball or just take off on a skateboard! This is the ideal gift for a bar or bat mitzvah, a birthday, or a Hanukkah gift from a parent or grandparent.
Each of the stained glass figures in the Hanukkah menorah is hand cut, wrapped in metal, and soldered. Arms, legs and sports details are added to create these unique celebration kids. The figures are united in a row and soldered to the glass base. The zinc rod is added to hold the Hanukkah candles for the eight nights of Hanukkah. The extra candle holder is for the shammos that lights all the other candles each night of Hanukkah.
Size - 11 1/2 x 6 x 3"
Each of the stained glass figures in the Hanukkah menorah is hand cut, wrapped in metal, and soldered. Arms, legs and sports details are added to create these unique celebration kids. The figures are united in a row and soldered to the glass base. The zinc rod is added to hold the Hanukkah candles for the eight nights of Hanukkah. The extra candle holder is for the shammos that lights all the other candles each night of Hanukkah.
Size - 11 1/2 x 6 x 3"
$
160.00
Art Deco Menorah by Susan Fullenbaum
The art deco design in this Hanukkah menorah is dynamic. Even though the art deco period dates back over 90 years, from 1925 -1939, the designs are as vibrant and exciting when new. The strong colors, the black and white baroque glass, and the bevels can match any decor in your home.
Each section of stained glass has been hand cut, wrapped in foil, and soldered to form the background panel and then attached to the glass base. The candle holders are then added to the front of the menorah - nine candles, one for each of the eight nights of Hanukkah, and one for the Shammas, the candle that lights the other candles each night. The candle holders are in a straight line and the shammos is higher and separate. This configuration meets the specifications of a kosher menorah.
Each section of stained glass has been hand cut, wrapped in foil, and soldered to form the background panel and then attached to the glass base. The candle holders are then added to the front of the menorah - nine candles, one for each of the eight nights of Hanukkah, and one for the Shammas, the candle that lights the other candles each night. The candle holders are in a straight line and the shammos is higher and separate. This configuration meets the specifications of a kosher menorah.
$
184.00
Lions of Judah Bookends by Susan Fullenbaum
From antiquity, the Lion of Judah has been a symbol of the Jewish people. The symbol represents physical and spiritual strength, as well as power and royalty, and is appropriate to display on bookends, tzedakah boxes and other ceremonial works.
Used in bookends, this Lion of juda would be the perfect gift for a bar or bat mitzvah, a new home, or any present for a loved one for their home.
The stained glass is hand cut, wrapped in copper and soldered to form the shape of the bookends. The lions, designed by Julie Staller-Pentelnik, have been sandblasted on black iridescent glass and then fire polished in the kiln before adhering the shape of the lions to the fronts of the bookends.
Size of each side - 8 x 4 x 2"
Used in bookends, this Lion of juda would be the perfect gift for a bar or bat mitzvah, a new home, or any present for a loved one for their home.
The stained glass is hand cut, wrapped in copper and soldered to form the shape of the bookends. The lions, designed by Julie Staller-Pentelnik, have been sandblasted on black iridescent glass and then fire polished in the kiln before adhering the shape of the lions to the fronts of the bookends.
Size of each side - 8 x 4 x 2"
$
180.00