Fused Glass is a process of using a kiln to join together pieces of glass.  At high temperatures (1500 degrees Fahrenheit) two or more pieces of glass will fuse together.   Cooled properly, the resulting fused glass piece will be solid and unbroken.  The next step in the process is “slumping” or forming the solid shape into or over a mold to produce the desired effect or shape.  This step is also performed in the kiln but at lower temperatures under controlled conditions. Additional cold working steps may be required to finish the art glass into objects that sparkle and captivate.