Kiln-Formed Glass: Beyond the Basics

Author: Brenda Griffith
Publisher: Lark
ISBN: 9781454704164
Category : Glass craft
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
With this comprehensive workbench guide, acclaimed artist Brenda Griffith takes kiln-formed glass to the next level. From cast glassing and cold working to adapting unusual tools and materials, she covers a range of advanced techniques that glass crafters need to know. In addition to beautiful projects and stunning gallery images, information on best studio practices and a "beyond the kiln" section make this indispensible.

A Beginner's Guide to Kiln-formed Glass

Author: Brenda Griffith
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company
ISBN: 9781579909093
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 140

Book Description
In paperback at last, this popular guide to kiln-forming glass, melting cut or crushed glass and then shaping it with molds, features 19 beginner-friendly projects. The beautiful and practical items range from home decor, including a wall sconce and fountain, to sculpture and jewellery.

Kiln-Formed Glass

Author: Gillian Hulse
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 031259299X
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 133

Book Description
Originally published as Inspirations in kiln-formed glass, London: A. & C. Black, 2009.

Basic Glass Fusing

Author: Lynn Haunstein
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 0811748510
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 162

Book Description
From Stackpole's bestselling Basics series, this book presents a fun, growing trend in glass crafts.

Warm Glass

Author: Philippa Beveridge
Publisher: Lark Books
ISBN: 1579906559
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 167

Book Description
An authoritative, extensively illustrated guide to making glass objects in a kiln. Provides detailed information on the history and traditional techniques of using a kiln in glasswork, along with instructions and examples designed to help you understand all the steps each technique requires.

The Glass Artist's Studio Handbook

Author: Cecilia Cohen
Publisher: Fair Winds Press
ISBN: 1592536972
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 178

Book Description
The Glass Artist's Studio Handbook offers readers a comprehensive and accessible guide to not only the nuts and bolts of this perennially popular craft but insight into the artisan crafter's lifestyle.

Contemporary Fused Glass

Author: Brad Walker
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780970093325
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description
A guide to glass fusing, glass slumping, and related kilnforming techniques.

Creative Glass Techniques

Author: Bettina Eberle
Publisher: Lark Books
ISBN: 9781579907648
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 156

Book Description
Glass is one of the hottest topics in the world of crafts. This handsome how-to book introduces three essential and accessible techniques that have endless creative potential. CREATIVE GLASS TECHNIQUES covers 30 projects, from a simple plate to lampworking to fluted wine glasses, and more. Valuable for novice and experienced glassworkers alike. 160 color photos.

Techniques of Kiln-formed Glass

Author: Keith Cummings
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
ISBN: 9780812234022
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 184

Book Description
This book is a must for everyone interested in glass, especially artisans and collectors.

The Fused Glass Handbook

Author: Gil Reynolds
Publisher: Fusion Headquarters
ISBN: 9780915807024
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 80

Book Description
Glass fusing techniques were discovered by the Egyptians over 4000 years ago. The development of the Studio Glass Movement in the 1980s has generated a rebirth of interest in this unique art form creating a whole new era in contemporary art glass. Gil Reynolds is recognized world-wide as a leading innovator in glass fusing & kiln forming techniques. He discovered & developed many of the methods now considered standard procedures by today's fusing community. He has lectured extensively throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe & Japan. THE FUSED GLASS HANDBOOK is commonly referred to as the "Fusers Bible." This complete "how to" guide covers all of the basic & advanced kiln working processes including fusing, combing, slumping, reverse firing, inlay, mosaic, & inclusions. Written in a clear, easy to understand style, this is the first fusing textbook to teach by doing. There are 25 projects with patterns & firing schedules as well as chapters on mold making, & annealing. "...the best fusing primer available. I recommend it to anyone who wants to learn the craft."--THE SCORE "... an excellent guide to learning kiln skills...covers the subject well enough to teach even the old pro something new."--PROFESSIONAL STAINED GLASS