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A Beginner's Guide to Kiln-Formed Glass: * Fused * Slumped * Cast

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Kiln forming glass—melting cut or crushed glass together in a kiln until it becomes a single piece and shaping the glass with molds—has quickly become one of the most popular subjects in studio glasswork. This comprehensive introduction features projects both beautiful and practical that are sure to appeal to all beginning glassworkers. It covers all of the fundamentals, such as fusing, slumping and draping, as well as some intermediate and advanced techniques, including pot melting, inclusions, mold-making and more. There’s also advice on decorative surface treatment of the finished piece, and an invaluable troubleshooting section. Nineteen exquisite projects, arranged by skill level, range from home décor items, like a wall sconce and fountain, to sculpture, and even an amber glass pendant. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Lark Crafts (November 1, 2007)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 128 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1579909094


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 93


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.3 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.75 x 0.5 x 10.5 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #309,880 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #5 in Glassblowing Crafts


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Customer Reviews: 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 207 ratings


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    • Great book for newbees like me
This book is so well written and very detailed. People newly interested in glass should buy and read it. I have taken classes for several months now and the instructor comes no where near this writer in explaining. To types of glass, metal, etc, she puts it out there in easily understood language. Also basic tools that are needed. I do pottery and have done so for 30 years. I just wanted to also add glasswork and I’m so happy I found this book. Thank you thank you for spelling it out so beautifully in language I can understand. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2024 by hillrider
    • Kilnforming 101...and then some
In this case, you CAN judge a book by its cover--A Beginner's Guide to Kilnformed Glass is a well-illustrated journey through the first year of serious kilnforming. Well-written and thoughtfully organized, it provides clear explanations of the tools, equipment, studio and materials you'll need to get started "fusing" glass. It moves through explaining basic techniques like glasscutting, layup (assembling glass or frit so that it will fuse into your design), firing and coldworking (shaping and polishing the fired piece). Don't be tempted to skip these chapters; I've been working glass for 15 years but even so, I found a few new ideas I could use in the studio. The author is a teacher, production glassmaker and artist who obviously knows her stuff (disclaimer: I've met her at several glassmaking functions so I knew she was good BEFORE I got the book). And then the fun starts. Where many books offer simple beginner's projects that LOOK like simple beginner's projects, the projects in this book produce sophisticated and often beautiful pieces of glass. The techniques required are relatively easy to master even if you don't have much experience with glass, and there's a point to them, i.e., one project helps you understand precision cutting, another what happens when you overfire thin glass, and yet another introduces making components for larger assemblies. There are the usual drapes, plates and potmelts too, but they're well-presented. The author includes templates for each project, but clearly encourages you to use them as a starting point for your own designs. (I'm making a note to myself to try that three-tiered water fountain; it looks cool) I do have a minor, minor quibble: This book is a good in-studio reference, especially while you're working on a project, but it's hard-bound and the pages have trouble staying flat; if there's a second printing a spiral-bound might be useful. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2010 by C. Morgan
    • Must have book fused glass newbies!
Having done stained glass for years, wanted to try my hand at fused glass. Living in a very rural area makes it difficult (impossible in my case) to access good classroom lessons so must self-teach. Bought the book on recommendation from a fellow fuser and am thrilled. The clearly written instructions provided in logical sequence makes it easy for the newbie to learn the basics. But it doesn't stop there. Brenda takes you to the next level with the same clear, concise approach which makes this book a real gem. She doesn't waste words/time with frivolous verbiage yet maintains a very conversational, friendly tone. Provides plenty of how-to photos not to mention photos of her gorgeous creations which serve not only as eye candy but great inspiration. The projects are varied and go far beyond other "beginner" projects found in similar books yet not so difficult as to scare you off from trying. Worth every penny and a must-have for the fusing enthusiast. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2009 by DebR
    • Semi-Informative Book
This book has quite a lot of basic information regarding fusing glass. I have been toying with the idea of slumping glass and read this book to see if it was actually something that would be worth the start up costs. I was just a little disappointed that it didn't really have much about slumping but did give a basic idea of what the kiln craft is all about. The photos of the finished products are lovely but I wouldn't believe they are beginner projects. If I did get into the craft the book would be a go-to for information. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2014 by Susan
    • Helpful basic information
This book offers good usable basic information on what is needed to begin the work with glass. The author has put together a well constructed primer for beginners in a clear manner
Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2021 by Ernie McCluskey
    • Best resource out there
Love the book, the samples, descriptions, tech notes are superb. Its regular binding not spiral bound however... I love spiral bound in the studio. I would have bought the hardcover instead had I known it was a tight bound spine that wont like flat without damaging g the book.
Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2019 by Media Muze
    • Happy Camper
I read the reviews others had written before I bought this book, and I completely agree with the writers of the 4 and 5 star scores. It is so well written, and every question I had was answered in a very straight forward way. I feel like I have every bit of knowledge I need offered to me in these pages, and the pics are very professionally done. I am just a very happy camper. Would highly recommend this book to anyone working with or thinking about working with glass. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2012 by Wendy L. Simpson
    • Beginners Guide to Klin Formed Glass
This book on glass fusing was at a great price and very well reviewed. I agree with the previous reviewers, this is a very good reference for both beginners and also people who have been fusing for years. The book is written well and has great pictures and projects that excited me and I am sure will excite others interested in glass fusing. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2012 by JJ Smith

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