by Lark Books. They’re the very best in contemporary glass beadmaking, 1000 dazzling and unique examples by an international array of artists. This color survey has it all: the beads come single or in multiples, in jewelry or sculpural pieces, flameworked and kilnformed; and their diversity and beauty are amazing. Julia Skop’s intriguing Secret Surprise showcases clear glass beads with millefiori slices at the ends. Bruce St. John crafts his beads out of diachroic glass, then fuses and coldworks them at the lapidary well after completion. Nebula Black Necklace, from Rene Roberts, features an organic-looking focal bead adorned with fine metal leaf, glass shards, and a subtle dot decoration. An artist’s comment and detail image accompany many of the photos. 8" x 8". 408 pages in color.

 SKU: 66502
Price: $25.95 (USD)

by Giberson. A compilation of studio equipment designs, essays and glassmaking ideas. Contains topics of interest: glassblowing, pate de verre, casting, beadmaking, fusing and furnace research. Edited by Fritz Driesbach, a noted hot glass artist.

 SKU: 71161
Price: $44.25 (USD)

Milon Townsend clearly explains and illustrates his methods of flameworking. The sequences show specific ideas for applications, and encourage experimentation with his techniques.192 pages, full color, 8-1/2 x 11" hard cover. Shows step-by-step detail.

 SKU: 6614
Price: $54.95 (USD)

320 page spiral-bound glassblowing reference manual with excellent hand-illustrated text. Covers basics, tools, color, Venetian-style techniques, solidworking, moldblowing and other special techniques.

 SKU: 6840
Price: $38.95 (USD)

by Jenkins. Features biographic sketches and new work from over 40 artists. More than 50 techniques are illustrated with step-by-step instructions and photos. Includes an eye-popping gallery of work from lampworkers all over the world.

 SKU: 70366
Price: $25.65 (USD)

Explains in detail tools and techniques for glassblowing including gathering, shaping, tumblers, goblets, health and safety etc. Instructions are easy to follow. 120 pages.

 SKU: 67068
Price: $30.75 (USD)

Step-by-step instructions from Jim Smircich on how to make and color beautifully shaped beads. Includes long, wavy, black lace, melon, apple core & the black web bead. 32 color pages.

 SKU: 6644
Price: $15.95 (USD)

by Bandhu Dunham, 511 pages. A two-volume hard-bound set containing a practical guide to shaping glass in the flame.This fully revised third-edition features more than 1500 illustrations, including detailed, step-by-step photos and drawings as well as inspiring photos of lampworked art. Work by almost 100 living and historical lampworkers is represented in 32 pages of full color, making Contemporary Lampworking of special interest to collectors as well as glass artists.Topics include:- History of Lampworking- Studio Set-Up with Updated Suppliers & Sources; (editors note: add www.TracysWorkshop.com to the list)- Shaping Glass Rod and Tubing- Making Beads, Marbles, Paperweights, Pendants, Bracelets and Core-Formed Vessels- Neon and Plasma sculpture- Glassblowing Lathe Techniques- Improved Annealing Procedures- Health and Safety Guidelines- Surface Decoration- Mixing and Using Colored Glass- and much more ...Widely regarded as the "Bible of Lampwork", the first two editions of Contemporary Lampworking have been used as a text and recommended by lampworking instructors across the U.S. and abroad.

 SKU: 708412
Price: $65.95 (USD)

by Deanna Griffin Dove. This 72-page full-color book presents techniques and tutorials for glass beadmakers. The easy-to-read explanations show how the techniques are refines, implemented, and layered. Numerous tutorials challenge the reader to expand his/her abilities.

 SKU: 72a047
Price: $24.95 (USD)

An illustrated booklet with step-by-step instructions on glass beadmaking techniques using cane, foils and leaf to make different floral designs and more. 32 color pages.

 SKU: 6643
Price: $15.95 (USD)

by Dunham. A lavishly illustrated, full color book showcases the work of established and emerging artistists in the lampworking field. Over 75 artists are represented, including Alex Arbell, Frederick Birkhill, Giselle Courtney and Milon Townsend.

 SKU: 72a016
Price: $29.85 (USD)

by Lundstrom. 138 pages on pate de verre, lost wax and crucible casting, mold materials, formulas, metal, clay, sand and fibre molds. Safety and technical information. Excellent reference manual.

 SKU: 71312
Price: $39.55 (USD)

by Hoyt. An excellent lampworking text with easy-to-follow instructions for Borosilicate (hard) glass (and soda lime glass). Covers the history of blown glass, introduction, preparation and setup, basic procedures, 3-D fabrication, worksheets, sculptures, etc.

 SKU: 70762
Price: $40.85 (USD)

By Kervin. Now in its expanded 5th edition, this book is the most popular complete reference on glass beadmaking ever written. It extensively covers safety, tools, techniques and materials for wound, blown, drawn, pressed, fused and pâte de verre beads. Perfect bound, 8½" X 11", 314 pages.

 SKU: 67037
Price: $44.45 (USD)

by Tettinger. A beadmaker's guide to detail and design. Covers beadmaking from beginning to end. For aspiring beginners, experienced lampworkers and lovers of glass art alike. Features hundreds of colorful photographs and detailed step-by-step instructions. 222 pages.

 SKU: 72a015
Price: $71.55 (USD)

by Tettinger. The first of a series. This issue is devoted to Hollow Beads and Vessels. Nine popular artists freely describe their method of producing their artwork. Beautifully illustrated in color.

 SKU: 72a032
Price: $13.90 (USD)

by Tettinger. In this issue is all you need to know about the different types of silver that can be worked into beads. Over a dozen artists on all levels share their ideas and tips. This issue, like Volume 1, will not be far from your workbench.

 SKU: 72a033
Price: $13.90 (USD)

by Tettinger. Learn beadmaking tips from several well-known lampworkers. Understand how to transform things in the real world into fun sculptural beads, such as animals, eyes and food. Use commercial Millefiori. Filled with adorable color photos.

 SKU: 72a039
Price: $17.55 (USD)

by Tettinger. See how artists pushed color to new levels without adding silver or reduction frits. Enjoy pictures of unusual color combinations that lead to surprising results. Use these ideas to generate new ideas in your bead creating.

 SKU: 72a040
Price: $13.95 (USD)

by Meleney. Describes and illustrates advanced beadmaking using optic molds, glass enamels and electroforming. The instructions for electroforming are worth the price of the book. Full-color illustrations are easy to follow. 32 pages, 8-1/2" x 11".

 SKU: 72a002
Price: $15.95 (USD)

by Jim Kervin. This booklet contains step-by-step instructions on how to make some of the very same glass beads that you see pictured.In this, the seventh booklet of this series, you will work with nationally known artist, Bruce St. john Maher, to learn some of the secrets that he uses in making his intriguing fused beads. Come and enjoy these mysterious creations. Their detail and beauty will leave you begging for more. At the same time, you will be exposed to a wealth of new information on how to make fused beads and decorate them using traditional glass painting techniques. If that is not reason enough to buy this booklet, Bruce also walks us through the process of coldworking facets into a bead. 8½" X 11", 33 pages.

 SKU: 69360
Price: $14.95 (USD)

by Fritts. From equipment and set-up to intermediate torchworking skills, this book has the information to start making art glass marbles. Collectors will also enjoy just seeing the processes of one of today's top marble artists.

 SKU: 670742
Price: $29.25 (USD)

by Kervin. Contains 32 pages of instructions for cartoon-like sculptured glass beads. All examples are in full-color. The artist humorously describes her method of composition: design development prior to fabrication.

 SKU: 6619
Price: $14.95 (USD)

by Jenkins. Following these clear, concise instructions, you can make a variety of glass beads. Excellent book with lots of solid information for anyone looking to participate in this “HOT” trend.

 SKU: 71482
Price: $11.95 (USD)