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

by Brenda Griffith

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.

Genres: Art, Crafts, Nonfiction

128 pages, Hardcover

First published November 1, 2007

Reviews

[Tamsin Blain · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you're a complete beginner to using your own kiln or glass fusing in general then pick up this book! Literally can barely wait to get started now.
A thoroughly comprehensive guide whilst remaining completely captivating, I think this new hobby is about to take over my life and this book has definitely saved me from some expensive mistakes

[Cate · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent book for beginning glass working. Griffith covers the very basic (necessary tools, equipment, safety, studio set-up) along with suggestions for more advanced work. The projects included use a new technique with each project, so you can try a lot of different things.

[Maggie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I might have to buy a kiln now, and set up a workshop in my basement.

[Kristien Berghs · Rating 5 out of 5]

can't wait to put some of these techniques to practise!