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soft cover - Lark Books - $19.95
500 Glass Objects
A pictorial book of glass objects that are striking for their forms, techniques and
reflections of society. The tremendous variety and beauty of studio glass work is
reflected in this collection of both functional and sculptural objects. These striking and
gorgeous works feature the remarkable design aesthetics and craftsmanship of
contemporary artists from around the world.
reflections of society. The tremendous variety and beauty of studio glass work is
reflected in this collection of both functional and sculptural objects. These striking and
gorgeous works feature the remarkable design aesthetics and craftsmanship of
contemporary artists from around the world.
hard cover - Kimberley Adams - $24.95
The Complete Book of Glass Beadmaking
From making the first bead shape, to decorating it with surface treatments including enamel
and gold leaf, this book is a complete at-home course in the fascinating art of beadmaking.
176 pages of step by step instructions and corresponding color photos.
and gold leaf, this book is a complete at-home course in the fascinating art of beadmaking.
176 pages of step by step instructions and corresponding color photos.
hard cover - Bandhu Dunham - $29.95
Formed of Fire
A lavishly illustrated, full color book showcasing the work of established and emerging
artists in the lampworking field. Over 75 artists are represented. 126 pages
artists in the lampworking field. Over 75 artists are represented. 126 pages
soft cover - Lark Books - $24.95
1000 Glass Beads
Innovation & Imagination in Contemporary Glass Beadmaking. Magnificent glass bead
works of art, including jewelry and sculptural pieces from the top names in the field
today, as well as works from emerging artists. The exquisite designs show the
innovation of beadmaking techniques from around the world. 408 pages
works of art, including jewelry and sculptural pieces from the top names in the field
today, as well as works from emerging artists. The exquisite designs show the
innovation of beadmaking techniques from around the world. 408 pages
hard cover - Corina Tettinger - $75.00
Passing the Flame - 3rd Addition
A beadmaker's guide to detail and design. Covers beadmaking from beginning to end. For
aspiring beginners, experienced lampworkers and lover of glass art alike. Features
hundreds of colorful photographs and detailed step-by-step instructions. 222 pages.
aspiring beginners, experienced lampworkers and lover of glass art alike. Features
hundreds of colorful photographs and detailed step-by-step instructions. 222 pages.
hard cover - Cindy Jenkins - $29.95
Beads of Glass - The Art and the Artists
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.
are illustrated with step-by-step instructions and photos. Includes an eye-popping gallery of
work from lampworkers all over the world.
soft cover - Cindy Jenkins - $14.95
Making Glass Beads
The basics of beadmaking from essential supplies, equipment and work station setup to
handy safety tips. Projects are suggested for mastery of various techniques. A perfect book
for getting started.
handy safety tips. Projects are suggested for mastery of various techniques. A perfect book
for getting started.
Drew Fritts - $29.95
Torchworked Marbles Volume 1 - Beginner to Intermediate Techniques
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.
start making art glass marbles. Collectors will also enjoy just seeing the processes of one of
today's top marble artists.
soft cover - Jim Kervin - $14.95
Gail Crosman Moore's Borosilicate Beads of Nature
Work with nationally known bead artist, Gail Crosman Moore to learn some of the techniques
that she uses in making her borosilicate beads. Many of the shapes and color schemes that
she uses are inspired by nature. Most of these techniques can also be utilized in soft glass.
32 pages.
that she uses in making her borosilicate beads. Many of the shapes and color schemes that
she uses are inspired by nature. Most of these techniques can also be utilized in soft glass.
32 pages.
soft cover - Jim Kervin - $14.95
Bronwen Heilman Vitreous Painting Techniques for Glass Beadmaking
Learn some of the secrets that nationally known bead artist Bronwen Heilman uses to make
her intriguing painted beads. The detail on her beads will leave you awestruck. At the same
time, you will be exposed to a wealth of new information on how to use glass paints to decorate
beads. 32 pages.
her intriguing painted beads. The detail on her beads will leave you awestruck. At the same
time, you will be exposed to a wealth of new information on how to use glass paints to decorate
beads. 32 pages.
soft cover - Jim Kervin - $14.95
Akihiro Ohkama - Introduction to Japanese Beadmaking Techniques
Japanese bead artist Akihiro Ohkama reveals some of the secrets that he uses to make his
glass beads. He gives step by step instructions on his intricate decorating techniques. Also
learn a wealth of new information on how to use Japanese lampworking equipment to make
beads. 32 pages
glass beads. He gives step by step instructions on his intricate decorating techniques. Also
learn a wealth of new information on how to use Japanese lampworking equipment to make
beads. 32 pages
soft cover - Jim Kervin - $14.95
The Enameled & Etched Beads of Diana East & Their Intricate Images
Learn how to make beads like British glass bead artist, Diana East. Her secrets on how to
make beads with fantastic sandblasted images are revealed in this book. Also find new
information on fuming and how to decorate beads using enamels. 32 pages
make beads with fantastic sandblasted images are revealed in this book. Also find new
information on fuming and how to decorate beads using enamels. 32 pages
soft cover - Jim Kervin - $14.95
The Aquarium and Landscape Beads of Pati Walton and
Her Intricate Murrini
Her Intricate Murrini
Illustrated step-by-step instructions on how to make intricate glass beads. Instructions on how
to make silvered ivory cane, ribbed canes, stem cane stamen cane and figurative fish cane are
also included. 32 pages.
to make silvered ivory cane, ribbed canes, stem cane stamen cane and figurative fish cane are
also included. 32 pages.
soft cover - Jim Kervin - $14.95
The Enameled & Etched Beads of Diana East & Their Intricate Images
Learn how to make beads like British glass bead artist, Diana East. Her secrets on how to
make beads with fantastic sandblasted images are revealed in this book. Also find new
information on fuming and how to decorate beads using enamels. 32 pages
make beads with fantastic sandblasted images are revealed in this book. Also find new
information on fuming and how to decorate beads using enamels. 32 pages
soft cover - Jim Kervin - $14.95
The Brightly Colored Beads and Vessels of Heather Trimlett
Step-by-step instructions on how to make glass beads and vessels in the wild, colorful style
of Heather Trimlett. Also learn how to make thin disks and hollow glass beads. 32 pages
of Heather Trimlett. Also learn how to make thin disks and hollow glass beads. 32 pages
soft cover - Jim Kervin - $14.95
The Classic Bead Shapes of Jim Smircich
Step-by-step instructions from Jim Smircich on how to make and color beautifully shaped
beads. Includes long, wavy, black lace, melon, apple core and the black web bead. 32 pages
beads. Includes long, wavy, black lace, melon, apple core and the black web bead. 32 pages
soft cover - Jim Kervin - $14.95
The Enamel and Electroform Decorated Beads of Kate Fowle Meleney
This book describes and illustrates advanced beadmaking using optic molds, glass enamels
and electroforming. The instructions for electroforming alone are worth the price of the book.
32 pages.
and electroforming. The instructions for electroforming alone are worth the price of the book.
32 pages.
soft cover - Jim Kervin - $14.95
The Fanciful Floral Beads of Leah Fairbanks and Her Gardens of Glass
An illustrated booklet with step-by-step instructions on glass beadmaking techniques using
came, foils and leaf to make different floral designs and more. 32 pages
came, foils and leaf to make different floral designs and more. 32 pages
soft cover - Jim Kervin - $14.95
The Wild and Wonderful World of Sharon Peters
Contains 32 pages of instructions for cartoon like sculptured glass beads. All examples are
full-color. The artist humorously describes her method of composition design development
prior to fabrication.
full-color. The artist humorously describes her method of composition design development
prior to fabrication.
soft cover - Cindy Jenkins - $11.95
You Can Make Glass Beads!
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.
book with lots of solid information for anyone looking to participate in this :"hot" trend.
soft cover - James Kervin - $44.95
More Then You Ever Wanted to Know About Glass Beadmaking
How to wind, blow, fuse, draw, press and decorate beads. Also learn how to make marbles,
buttons, pendants, paperweights and small vessels both blown and core-formed. 24 pages
buttons, pendants, paperweights and small vessels both blown and core-formed. 24 pages
soft cover - Jim Kervin - $14.95
The Painted & Faceted Fused Beads of Bruce St. John Maher
Learn some of the secrets that Bruce St. John Maher uses to make his intriguing fused beads.
A wealth of new information on how to make fused beads and decorate them using traditional
glass painting techniques is revealed in this book. 32 pages.
A wealth of new information on how to make fused beads and decorate them using traditional
glass painting techniques is revealed in this book. 32 pages.
soft cover - Corina Tettinger - $12.50
Spotlight on Hollow Beads and Vessels
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.
freely describe their method of producing their artwork. Beautifully illustrated.
soft cover - Corina Tettinger - $12.50
Spotlight on Silver
In this issue is all you need to know about the difference types of silver that can be worked into
beads. Over a dozen artists on all levels share their ideas and tips.
beads. Over a dozen artists on all levels share their ideas and tips.
soft cover - Corina Tettinger - $10.00
Spotlight on Magic Color Reactions
This book is the result of a monthly challenge, during which beadmakers of all levels were
asked to contribute pictures of interesting color reactions with soft glass. Many unusual
combinations that created surprising results.
asked to contribute pictures of interesting color reactions with soft glass. Many unusual
combinations that created surprising results.
hard cover - Bandhu Dunham - $60.00
Contemporary Lampworking - Third Addition
Volume I and Volume II
Volume I and Volume II
Revised and expanded to reflect the field's growth. 500 pages are split into
two volumes and sold as a set. Emphasis on murrini application, inside-out,
core-forming and neon plasma sculpture. The gallery selection includes
almost 100 artists.
two volumes and sold as a set. Emphasis on murrini application, inside-out,
core-forming and neon plasma sculpture. The gallery selection includes
almost 100 artists.
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magazine - $10.00
magazine - $10.00
The Flow Magazine - Japanese Issue
The Flow Magazine - Fall 2007 Issue
Tutorials: Leaf Motif Bead by Norikazu Kogure, Gradation Ribbon Twist by Norikazu Kogure,
Lacework Flower Bead by Norikazu Kogure. Exploring the Glass Sake Set by Mark Lammi,
Koi Fish by Deb Crowley, Raking Flower Bead by Norikazu Kogure,
Getting Aquainted with Satake Glass by Joan Hoffacker and
Air Trap Anemone Implosion Marble by Brad Brandolin
Lacework Flower Bead by Norikazu Kogure. Exploring the Glass Sake Set by Mark Lammi,
Koi Fish by Deb Crowley, Raking Flower Bead by Norikazu Kogure,
Getting Aquainted with Satake Glass by Joan Hoffacker and
Air Trap Anemone Implosion Marble by Brad Brandolin
Tutorials: Using Your Beadmaking Skills for Functional and Attractive Door Knobs by Susan
Stortini, Staying with Glass through the Changes in Life by Terry Armstrong Hamra,
Scroll-and-Dot Blown Ornament by Manuel Amezcua, Incalmo Long-Drop Ornaments by
Mark Lammi, Grapes Wine Stopper by Matt McLamb, Wine Stopper Toppers by Lauri
Copeland, Goblet by Robert Mickelsen, and Perfume Bottle by William "Boxfan" Menzies
Stortini, Staying with Glass through the Changes in Life by Terry Armstrong Hamra,
Scroll-and-Dot Blown Ornament by Manuel Amezcua, Incalmo Long-Drop Ornaments by
Mark Lammi, Grapes Wine Stopper by Matt McLamb, Wine Stopper Toppers by Lauri
Copeland, Goblet by Robert Mickelsen, and Perfume Bottle by William "Boxfan" Menzies
$22.50
Just Plain Beads!
Vibrant pictures, simple directions, and complete explanations build a sturdy framework
for understanding exactly how heat and motion affect a bead shape. Just Plain Beads!
is a treasure-trove of techniques, tactics and tips. You will find instructions and
guidance for a variety of shapes and problems in this easy-to-follow book.
for understanding exactly how heat and motion affect a bead shape. Just Plain Beads!
is a treasure-trove of techniques, tactics and tips. You will find instructions and
guidance for a variety of shapes and problems in this easy-to-follow book.
$25.00
Dot, Dot, Dots!
Dove. Techniques and tutorials for glass beadmakers. Easy-to-read explanations show
how techniques are refined, implemented and layered. Tips and insights help to
develop essential skills and new ways to problem-solve. Numerous tutorials challenge
to acquire techniques and expand abilities.
how techniques are refined, implemented and layered. Tips and insights help to
develop essential skills and new ways to problem-solve. Numerous tutorials challenge
to acquire techniques and expand abilities.
soft cover - Jim Kervin - $14.95
Lampworked, Fused & Carved Dichroic Beads
Contains step by step instructions on how to make several types of beads and pendants,
including Leaf, Flower, Lorelei, Angel, Kimono and Gingko Pendants, Bachelor Button
Beads and Lola Beads. Also included are instructions on creating patterned dichroic glass
by sandblasting, acid etching, making dichroic cabochons and fusing glass to make bead
stock.
including Leaf, Flower, Lorelei, Angel, Kimono and Gingko Pendants, Bachelor Button
Beads and Lola Beads. Also included are instructions on creating patterned dichroic glass
by sandblasting, acid etching, making dichroic cabochons and fusing glass to make bead
stock.
$24.95
Masters: Glass Beads
The art of glass beadmaking has exploded in popularity during the
past decade and these awe-inspiring examples, exquisitely
fashioned by 40 of the world’s top creators, reveal exactly why.
Whether showcasing faces, animals, or flowers, these beads exhibit
incredible detail and gorgeous color.
past decade and these awe-inspiring examples, exquisitely
fashioned by 40 of the world’s top creators, reveal exactly why.
Whether showcasing faces, animals, or flowers, these beads exhibit
incredible detail and gorgeous color.
$24.95
Glass Bead Workshop
Jeri Warhaftig, a respected and experienced teacher, offers
intermediates her time-tested, workshop-based approach to expanding
their beadmaking skills. In each superbly illustrated and illuminating
chapter, she focuses on using current tools, new materials, and
innovative methodology to produce a singular bead with several
variations for every one.
intermediates her time-tested, workshop-based approach to expanding
their beadmaking skills. In each superbly illustrated and illuminating
chapter, she focuses on using current tools, new materials, and
innovative methodology to produce a singular bead with several
variations for every one.
