The Complete Book of Glass Beadmaking

by Kimberley Adams

Book Overview

Every eye-catching photo in this superb guide to a popular craft will inspire, instruct, and attract bead- and glass-makers. It's beautiful, easy to follow, and one-of-a-kind. Glass beadmaking has become a crafting phenomenon, and this colorful reference features a rich repertoire of creative ideas. Splashed across the splendid pages in eye-catching photos are all the most popular types of beads, accompanied by the newest, most innovative techniques. The instructions begin with the basics: how to light the torch, wind and cool the bead, and shape the glass into barrels, cones, and discs. As beadmakers' skills develop, they can expand their horizons by experimenting with enamel; using mica dust to form an iridescent sheen; and applying silver, gold, and copper leaf to layers of glass. The most advanced projects are truly remarkable, from floral and sculptural beads to beads that encase images of stars, rainbows, and faces. A Selection of the Crafters Choice Book Club.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1579905722
• ISBN13: 9781579905729
• Release Date: July 2005
• Publisher: Lark Books (NC)
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 2.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.8" x 10.1"

Customer Reviews

The real nature of making Glass Beads

I can say a lot of things about this book. It is a complete book for the beginner in lamp working soft glass(soda lime glass). It starts at safety, tools, equipment and studio set up. This book filled in a number of blanks from some other glass working and bead books left that I own. A lot of craft hobby books assume you know more than you do. From the first bead you wind, to the advanced techniques. You are guided with well lit nice sized pictures of what is being described. With boxed notes of important info that needs to be reinforced. Again Lark has used bold print when introducing new words or operations with a clear explanation and numbers to the photos. The trouble shooting tips help the newbe. The glossary and the instructions on making an exhaust hood are bonuses for everybody. The gallery's are filled with the best photos of work by the top level of glass artists not so much or so many as to defeat the purpose of the book but to give a broad avenue of ideas to follow. This book along with Cindy Jenkins Making Glass Beads will keep you winding for a long while. I own it and use it.

Wonderful Book

I got the book a couple of hours ago and as a beginner bead maker I just loved it. From the first page I found it fascinating. Lots of technics for everyone, from beginner to advance bead makers. I can't wait to go and try to do something with the ideas she has given. All technics are explained very well and easy to understand. And also the step by step pictures are beautiful. Of course with such a price it is just a bargain. I am very happy with this purchase. Every bead maker, especially beginners must have it.

Just what I needed!

As an absolute beginner, this book, my 3rd on lampworking, is a very valuable tool. Although some of the techniques are advanced, I will be able to use them as I improve. Clear instructions, and gorgeous eye candy! There are many more books that I simply must have, but am pleased to have this as my "bible".....eveything that I need, or think I will need, is covered. Worth EVERY penny!

One great book for all levels of glass bead makers

I have been making glass beads since 2002 and my husband has been making glass beads since 1992 and this book delighted us both. We sell our beads at an artist market, whenever anyone ask if we provide glass bead classes I show them this book and tell them everything they need to know is in this book and to purchase it before taking a class. This book has an awesome wealth of information and some great eye candy.