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)

by Lundstrum. 105 pages on bas relief, stringers, enamels, lusters, glory hole, designing, slumping and sagging. Sections on problem solving, equipment and safety.

 SKU: 7199
Price: $39.25 (USD)

This brand new book lets fusers have fun for Christmas. Many patterns for ornaments to hang on tree or give as gifts.

 SKU: 69251
Price: $15.96 (USD)

The first totally new book on fusing, slumping and kiln forming techniques in a decade. Includes instructions and information for fusing and slumping, materials, kilns, molds, glass, safety, etc. Inclusions, decals, pattern bars, drop rings, Kiln casting, painting, pate de verre and screen printing.

 SKU: 67073
Price: $41.75 (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 Reynolds. A very complete guide to fusing and slumping. 15 easy-to-follow patterns. Instructions for mold-making, pattern bars, and more. Bench side reference with tables, testing procedures, annealing schedules and glass temperature relationships.

 SKU: 70941
Price: $23.15 (USD)

A pattern book for glass fusers. 48 pages packed with full-size patterns for beginning and advanced glass fusers. Included are elementary terms, "hot" tips and project specific firing temperatures.

 SKU: 6636
Price: $13.95 (USD)

Kaiser. An illustrated tutorial on the techniques of art glass geared toward the absolute novice in the craft. Full color book is filled with step-by-step photos, useful tip sidebars and complete project instructions. A total of 15 projects included.80 color pages.

 SKU: 71644
Price: $20.15 (USD)

by Lundstrom. This complete book of fusing includes history, contemporary work and an informative section on tools, supplies and techniques. Kiln data and everything you’ll need to know to get started is provided.

 SKU: 7171
Price: $39.95 (USD)

by Kervin & Fenton. 3-D pate de verre and glass casting techniques for sculptural work, beads, and hollow vessels. Casting for serious glass artists.

 SKU: 71100
Price: $45.15 (USD)

Cummings. Review of the history of kiln-forming glass and contemporary methods and materials. Work of international artists illustrates the text. 200 illustrations. Cloth bound.

 SKU: 6802
Price: $51.35 (USD)

Publications. Soft cover, full color, 144 pages. A collection of contemporary artists display their work.

 SKU: 670021
Price: $18.95 (USD)

by Sheerin. Contains 126 pages full of patterns for outdoor mosaics. Also includes basic mosaic instructions, materials and tools needed. More than the use of tiles, it illustrates the use of scrap glass for many of the patterns.

 SKU: 70194
Price: $16.95 (USD)

This glorious guide reveals the magical simplicity of decorating and designing with mosaics. In this beautiful, full-color book, the versatility and decorative potential of mosaics is interpreted in a dazzling array of historyinspired pieces.

 SKU: 67036
Price: $37.95 (USD)

Kauffman . A lazy afternoon spent soaking up the sun, building sandcastles and swimming is a day not to be forgotten. Coastal Inspirations contains a collection of stained glass projects to help capture those magical moments. Choose from 28 different stained glass projects. Included are a palm tree night light, colorful flip flop suncatchers, surfboard plaques, martini and margarita glasses, coral fan lamps and other beach favorites. All are shown in full color and include detailed construction information.

 SKU: 68312
Price: $15.95 (USD)

by Jill MacKay. Jill's book, Creative Garden Mosaics, in its second printing, published by Lark Books, secures her a place as a respected author. It is sought after not only for its comprehensive technical knowledge but also for its unique approach to strong project design. As a writer, MacKay regularly contributes her designs and educational content to publishers for books and national magazines. MacKay's work has been published in over a dozen books and in over thirty magazines nationwide. Going beyond the ordinary: these 22 garden-enhancing projects, from pillar planters and shrines to tabletops and flowerpots, all feature the most dazzling designs. Some use ceramic tile and pebbles, others stained glass and colored mirror, and still more showcase shimmering jewels. A richly illustrated section on the fundamental tools, techniques (transferring patterns, cutting shapes, grouting), and materials (tesserae, glass tile) will get beginners started so they can experience the creative pleasure of constructing a variety of eye-catching items. An Onion Dome Birdhouse is a veritable palace, crowned with a gold-leaf dome. Surround a small bed of flowers with a Snake-in-the-Grass Border, made of shining iridescent glass. Or make a Starburst Appliqué, Cascading Planter, Agate Candle Lantern, and others.

 SKU: 72a0221
Price: $17.95 (USD)

Make mosaics with widely available materials such as wax, plastic, glass, metal, and paper. Stepby- step instructions for making a mosaic lamp, candle holder, picture frame, table, mirror, wardrobe cabinet, ornaments and more.160 pages in color.

 SKU: 68082
Price: $15.95 (USD)

by Goodwin. A-to-Z entries on mosaic techniques, materials and equipment, as well as the history and design elements of mosaics. Showcases the best modern mosaic art in the world today. Beautiful color pictures of mosaic masterpieces. 192 pages, hard cover.

 SKU: 670151
Price: $28.25 (USD)

by Biggs. A complete guide on materials, tools, and techniques for direct and indirect methods of application. Full-color photos. Hard cover 9" x 9" book with 160 pages.

 SKU: 705312
Price: $25.55 (USD)

This book featuring cast cement accents as the centerpieces for beautiful mosaics. It includes 14 full-size patterns, color pictures of each project and step-by-step instructions.

 SKU: 670631
Price: $14.95 (USD)

31 full-sized mosaic patterns with detailed instructions for making mosaic planters, bricks and stepping stones. Patterns include flowers, frogs, chili peppers, ladybugs, mushrooms, bumble bees, etc.

 SKU: 670741
Price: $12.95 (USD)

by Cheek. 96 page soft cover book in full-color. 15 specially devised mosaic projects. Use vitreous glass, ceramic mosaic tiles, smalti, and mirror tiles to create these projects. Step-by-step instructions for Golden Key Holder, Harlequin Box, Crazy Concrete Planter, Flower Trivet and more.

 SKU: 670571
Price: $18.95 (USD)

Features techniques for making diverse mosaic projects with glass, jewels, stones and found objects. 128 pages of ideas and patterns for garden stones, panels and much more. Well-illustrated in full-color.

 SKU: 6613
Price: $18.95 (USD)

Provides the patterns and the know-how to create 14 dazzling mosaic mirrors, frames, and platters. Many tops with full instructions.

 SKU: 69402
Price: $15.95 (USD)

Transform common terra cotta pots and basins into breathtaking works of art. This book guides you step-by-step through projects including vases, birdbaths, planters, fountains and a birdhouse. Patterns are adaptable for any vessel.

 SKU: 67082
Price: $16.65 (USD)

32 pages of mosaic projects with step-by-step instructions and illustrations. Projects include: serving tray, boxes, lamps, table tops, stepping stones, birdhouses, flower pots and garden fountain.

 SKU: 6855
Price: $15.95 (USD)

This step-by-step book contains eight simple contemporary projects for beginners, ranging from a tabletop to a geometric frame. Each has a design template and 2 alternative designs. Guide on techniques, materials, and tools.

 SKU: 6815
Price: $23.45 (USD)

Mosaic Table Art contains 16 designs for table tops. Florals and contemporary designs with full-color renditions of each. Includes construction techniques and mounting instructions.

 SKU: 68073
Price: $15.95 (USD)

670011 Biggs & Hunkin. A guide to designing and creating mosaics. 24 stylish projects for home and garden featuring a variety of motifs, including birds, fish, fruit and abstract designs. Applications range from tables and mirror frames to splashbacks, walls and floors.

 SKU: 670011
Price: $15.95 (USD)

Mosaic projects to make in a weekend. Complete “getting started” section of materials, tools and techniques. Variety of projects including trivets, garden pots and wall-to-floor mosaics. Using mosaic tiles, ceramic ware, pebbles, glass, etc.

 SKU: 68470
Price: $18.95 (USD)

Schrader. All the parts and instructions needed to make your own mosaic patterns with different words or numbers. Also includes welcome sign, fruit, shells, flowers, butterflies, fairies and more.

 SKU: 6835
Price: $15.95 (USD)

by Soler. 20 projects illustrated in color, complete with templates and step-by-step instructions. Projects cover a variety of styles, including Classical, Mexican, Islamic, Eastern and Modern. 128 pages.

 SKU: 72a011
Price: $18.15 (USD)

Complete illustrated instructions for 6 projects: bowls, frames, pots, small decorative pieces. Brief mosaic history and technical guide to materials, equipment, glass, etc. Line illustrations for patterns with more interesting motifs.

 SKU: 68480
Price: $14.95 (USD)

Full-size patterns for stained glass stepping stones. Designs for round, moonstone, hexagon, tree ring, heart, square and triangle forms. Motifs include abstract, florals, cat, hummingbird and several sea shells.

 SKU: 6871
Price: $12.95 (USD)

by Donna Schultze. Full-size patterns for easy-to-make stained glass stepping stones. 12 pull-out patterns featuring fish, flowers, geometric patterns and more!

 SKU: 70683
Price: $12.95 (USD)

9 different stepping stone designs for 8" square or round stones. Complete instructions, glass selections, and patterns such as tulips, victorian heart, art nouveau, and quilt. Full-color and b/w photos. 32 pages.

 SKU: 67043
Price: $12.15 (USD)

by Barbara Benson Keith. This magical new collection of nursery rhymes featuring children will capture your heart. Barbara Benson Keith's charming stained glass mosaics bring Mother Goose's girls and boys to life. You'll revisit familiar characters like Little Bo Peep and Wee Willie Winkie and also meet an enchanting assortment of new friends such as Terrence McDiddler and Dusty Bill. This delightful treasury is just right for the boys and girls in your life. Here's what people are saying about "The Girls and Boys of Mother Goose"... "I received my books "Girls and Boys of Mother Goose" I ordered; every child should have this lovely book in their library. Your use of mosaic art illustrations are absolutely incredible! Many thanks for sharing your love of mosaics and giving children an appreciation for art and lasting memories of Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes." " The classic Mother Goose tales like Little Jumping Joan, Wee Willie Winkie, and Little Miss Muffett are brought to life with beautiful stained glass mosaics. Kids will also meet new characters such as Dusty Bill and Handy Pandy. A delightful version of many favorite nursery rhymes boys and girls will want to read again and again." (Ages 4-8) Review By Christina Lewis, kidsbookshelf.com

 SKU: tw7112
Price: $7.95 (USD)

by Vance & Goodrick-Clarke. For contemporary mosaicists: covering objects, interiors, and exteriors with 16 step-by-step illustrated projects, ranging from jewelry to traditional cobblestone paving. Variety of trace-off sample motifs.

 SKU: 69961
Price: $19.95 (USD)

17 full-size heart designs in a folder book. Includes patterns for hearts with flowers, birds, butterflies and more.

 SKU: 67003
Price: $13.95 (USD)

by Jean Bishop & Julie Bishop-Day. Six full-size garden bench patterns featuring two floral, one Victorian, fish, bird and stunning starburst motifs. Also three hexagon, one round, one heart, one square, and three garden brick patterns. Includes complete instructions.

 SKU: 695701
Price: $12.95 (USD)

6882 Bishop-Day. Features Garden Border form and the 8" x 8" form. Designs include: backyard birds, Victorian border, Art Deco, fern, flower, garland, etc.

 SKU: 6882
Price: $10.95 (USD)

by Bishop & Day. Second in the series of Tiffany Garden stepping stone designs; also introduces mosaic tabletops. Over 20 designs in 14" round and 8" x 8" brick sizes. Easy-to-follow instructions.

 SKU: 70403
Price: $12.95 (USD)

by Julie Bishop-Day. This pattern book contains excellent designs for glass mosaics. In this book, hobbyists will learn how to create beautiful and functional stained glass mosaic stepping stones and bricks for garden walkways and patios.

 SKU: 70692
Price: $11.95 (USD)

This pattern book includes 5 full-size birdbath patterns that can also be used as 14" round stones. Also includes 6 more designs of various borders and wall plaques.

 SKU: 67062
Price: $12.95 (USD)

10 full-sized patterns that may be adapted for use in 14" round, 16" square, or 16" hexagon molds. Some patterns have borders that can be switched with other patterns. Panda, horse, wood duck, turtle, squirrel, parrot, etc.

 SKU: 67008
Price: $13.95 (USD)

The book outlines all of the skills and tools you need to get started in the fun and creative world of stained glass. Soft cover, spiral bound (opens flat), 137 pp.

 SKU: 714233
Price: $18.95 (USD)

By Allison. Learn how to master more advanced stained glass making techniques to go beyond the fundamentals. Includes expert advice on how to use new tools and new ways of using basic tools. Step-by-step instructions on how to improve skills. 112 color pages.

 SKU: 69502
Price: $21.55 (USD)

by Le Van. Painting, etching, stained glass and more. Beautifully transform glass using everything from paints to etching creams to make accessories and home accents with sparkling translucent luminous colors. Achieve attractive effects in a single afternoon. 160 pages, full-color.

 SKU: 72a023
Price: $19.35 (USD)

by Sawyer. Simply elegant window designs with Australian flavor and Art Nouveau influence. Many color illustrations of interesting designs using a variety of clear and colored textured antique glass.

 SKU: 71254
Price: $19.95 (USD)

by Whitcomb. Learn how to make quality jewelry from glass nuggets and beads. The finished pendants, earrings and bracelets are delicate and beautiful, yet easy to make. Step-by-step instructions are provided along with color pictures of the finished pieces.

 SKU: 69991
Price: $12.95 (USD)

By Jayne Persico Jayne Persico brings her fresh and timeless style to the art of Glass Kiln Casting. This inspirational yet thoroughly practical guide presents lush photographs of beautifully finished pieces that will capture the imagination. The clear and simple instructions will enable fusers of any skill level to achieve amazing 3-dimensional creations. Glass Kiln Casting is an 80-page book offering more than 260 color photographs in 12 chapters that will inspire dozens of exceptional projects. The opening chapter features invaluable information covering frit casting molds, tools, equipment and kilns, plus an in-depth yet simple approach to working with digital kiln controllers. This book is sure to become a studio favorite that fusers of all levels will refer to time and again. Jayne's take-you-by-the-hand writing style guides crafters through the frit casting process. She'll show you how to make frit cast jewelry, plates and bowls with amazing results that will impress everyone who views your creations.

 SKU: 70135
Price: $23.95 (USD)

by Johnson and Pina. The marvelous fused glassware of the Higgins Glass Studio first captivated buyers in the 1950s and 1960s, and continues to delight collectors today. With its arresting mix of geometric and curved lines, and bold use of colors, Higgins glass transformed ordinary table and giftware, from chip bowls and cakestands to candleholders and cigarette boxes, into something vibrant and exciting. Useful as well as attractive, the designs of artists Frances and Michael Higgins harnessed vivid imagination to innate practicality. Over 750 color and vintage photos feature hundreds of pieces not shown before. Newly discovered promotional photos, original designs, and advertising materials and extensive commentary by Frances Higgins and other Studio personnel highlight the informative, entertaining text. A personal view of the creation of Higgins glass is presented. The Studio today showcases talent that continues to build on the Higgins tradition. Current price estimates are also included. The result is a work destined to appeal to all with an interest in design and crafts of the mid-20th century. Book Details: ISBN: 0764321714 Size: 8 1/2 x 11 Illustrations: 763 color and vintage photos Pages: 240 Binding: Hard Cover

 SKU: 69361
Price: $59.35 (USD)

An introduction to fused glass & wire jewelry. Offers techniques, instructions, and motivational hints. Contains 12 complete projects and over 250 color photographs. 80 pages.

 SKU: 6634
Price: $19.95 (USD)

Renowned artist and instructor Jayne Persico, unlocks the mysteries behind the creation of 3-dimensional art glass bracelets in this new book.Jayne is the originator of the specialized techniques and tools for this unique kiln forming process and now readers will benefit from her experience as she reveals her secrets using action photos and easy to understand instructions. 80 color pages.

 SKU: 69331
Price: $20.15 (USD)

Features over seventy carefully selected Tiffany lamps drawn from private and public collections on three continents. The authors reveal step by step the complex process involved in fabricating the lamps. They demonstrate the development and manufacture of Tiffany lamps from freehand sketch to the elegant finished form. Noted authorities on Tiffany, Martin Eidelberg and Alice Cooney Frelinghuysen, have contributed essays on the history of these objects. Includes twelve masterpieces that have not been published in more than seventy-five years.

 SKU: 68901
Price: $79.95 (USD)

by Picone & St. James. This 36 page full color book was written to give you a basic understanding of the techniques, designs, tools and supplies needed to create permanent designs to personalize and decorate glass, mirrors, ceramics, tile, metals and other non porous surfaces using the Sand Etch hand-held glass etching system.

 SKU: 66091
Price: $7.65 (USD)

by Weiner. The Solder Magic Book is a best-selling book in its 4th printing. Step-by-step instructions & patterns. Decorative solder pattern seams, creating molds, casting solder, copper overlays, sculpting solder medallions on metal plate. The Solder Magic Book, is a favorite, goes beyond the traditional, expanding the creative potential of solder. Featured are three-dimensional pattern seams, creating and casting molds to drawing freehand on a metal plate, and solder faces, flowers, trees, etc. This exciting book opens a variety of avenues to challenge all levels of skills. The book includes exciting aspects of decorative soldering, its many unique applications and unusual finishes. A description of tools, supplies, and the latest technical information on soldering techniques, patinas, polishes, and finishing steps are included.

 SKU: 717502
Price: $14.95 (USD)

SPLENDOR IN THE GLASS, Creating Stained Glass Beyond the Ordinary, by Holly Stedman, certainly lives up to it's name! Not your ordinary, ho-hum, tired out, worn out, over done, been-there-done-that, future yard sale project book! This delightful, 120 page, fact filled book, with over 23 full-color, uniquely different projects and reproducible patterns (there's no conventional theme here) and over 45 design, color, and tech tips inspires exploration, experimentation, and nonconformity in your design process. Holly Stedman has enjoyed stained glass crafting for over twenty years. While Holly creates her own designs, most of her friends involved in glass are married to pattern books, claiming they "aren't creative", don't know what they want, or just don't know where or how to begin. Splendor in the Glass helps those see the ordinary in extra-ordinary ways. While the projects presented may be reproduced, (scaled patterns are included) you are continually encouraged to detach from the printed pattern and improvise, modify and expand your thinking. Consider these projects as a starting point from which to create your own special masterpieces. It's refreshing to read the engaging, candid narrative included with each project. How, why, who, or what actually inspired each piece, and hurdles, or problems encountered during fabrication are shared in a fun, non-tecky, conversational tone. Splendor in the Glass will be sure to stimulate and help develop your creative ability; takes out the dregs, and adds the fun in creating designs beyond the ordinary. Learn to see the ordinary in extra-ordinary ways! Design and make stained glass like you have never before - and love it! The projects featured have been divided by foil or lead construction. But do keep in mind, most designs lend themselves very well to either method. Information for each panel featured includes: full color photographs scaled patterns size of the original project how, why, who, or what inspired the design general discussion about each piece hurdles or special problems encountered during fabrication specialized equipment or components required technical or design tips materials list - with the exception of the square footage of glass, since these patterns can be adjusted to just about any size to meet your own requirements. Specific glass used is also sometimes not listed, since you will probably choose glass to your own liking, or the specific glass used may not be available to you in your area, or not available anymore.

 SKU: 71691
Price: $24.95 (USD)

by Larson. A 3rd edition comprehensive instruction manual for today. "How to", "Why", and "What if" treatment. Aimed at students and professionals alike. Includes a troubleshooting guide.

 SKU: 70602
Price: $14.95 (USD)

by Wardell. This studio portfolio includes color photographs of panel installations and 48 detailed professional line drawings. It features traditional, tropical, floral, beveled panels, modern abstracts, landscapes, and entryway designs.

 SKU: 69741
Price: $19.95 (USD)

Full of ideas for combining stained glass with embellishments of all kinds: fabric, ribbon, yarn, paper, paint, beads, wire and ceramic. Includes 16 patterns for suncatchers, mirrors and wall hangings that can be made as shown or used as a jumping off point for your own ideas. Let your imagination run wild!

 SKU: 68452
Price: $13.95 (USD)

by Haab. A comprehensive introduction specifically designed for crafters and jewelry makers. The essentials of working,