Stained Glass For Dummies
Discover the craft of stained glass and release your inner artistBeautiful stained glass is not reserved solely for church windows. From setting up a work area to selecting and purchasing equipment and materials, this handy guide gives you the tools, tips, and expert advice you need to express your creativity around the home and make beautiful stained-glass projects that can be used anywhere.Art glass basics — learn about different types of glass, assemble your tools, and set up your work spaceExplore stained-glass techniques — try your hand at both copper-foil and traditional leaded-glass techniques and projectsCut your glass — know how to use a pattern, cut your glass pieces to fit it, and fine-tune your glass shapesSoldering basics — become a first-class solder master with a healthy and safe work environmentAll about warm glass — get introduced to some fun, preformed glass shapes, and go through the basics of firing your glass to fuse the pieces togetherOpen the book and find:Hints on different types of glassTips for selecting the best tools and materialsPointers for making a safe work spaceStep-by-step instructions for copper-foil and lead-came projects with full-color photosAdditional self-directed project patternsSuggestions for amazing 3-D craftsInformation and instructions on warm glass techniquesTen strategies to improve your soldering skillsLearn to:Set up a work area and select and purchase equipmentCreate stunning stained-glass piecesMake coasters, bowls, and other objects using warm-glass techniquesDiscover the artist within