Fused Glass Handbook [Paperback]

Gil Reynolds (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0915807025 | ISBN-13: 978-0915807024 | Publication Date: August 1987 | Edition: 4th

Referred to in the art glass industry as the 'Fusers Bible' the "Fused Glass Handbook" is a complete, easy to follow, step by step manual for anyone wanting to fuse or slump glass in a kiln. The 25 projects each teach a different aspect of kiln working glass to create stunning tiles, jewelry, bowls and sculptures. Some of the subjects covered are special tools, setting up a kiln, safety, compatible glass, mold making, firing schedules, annealing , trouble shooting and much more. A must buy for anyone working with kiln formed glass.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...an excellent guide to learning kiln skills...covers the subject well enough to teach even an old pro something new." -- Professional Stained Glass Magazine

"...the best fusing primer available. I recommend it to anyone who wants to learn the craft." -- The Score

About the Author

During the 27 years he has worked in art glass, Gil Reynolds has gained worldwide recognition as a leading innovator of fusing and kiln forming techniques. He is the author of The Fused Glass Handbook, a step-by-step guide to learning the art of fusing. He has been widely published in such art glass journals as "Glass Art Magazine," "Professional Stained Glass," "Stained Glass Patterns Quarterly," the Corning Museum of Glass "New Glass Review 7" and he also writes the "Kiln Crafting" column for Stained Glass News.

Gil has lectured extensively in the U.S. and has conducted kiln forming and Fire Bucket seminars in Japan, The Netherlands, Canada, Italy and was a featured artists on the acclaimed Glass Masters Tour. The artwork of Gil Reynolds can be found in numerous private and public collections, including Ohbayahsi-Gumi, Ltd., Tokyo Japan; A.Pfann, Hilversum Holland and "Percent for Art" commissions for Oregon and Washington states.

Product Details

• Paperback: 67 pages
• Publisher: Fusion Headquarters; 4th edition (August 1987)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0915807025
• ISBN-13: 978-0915807024
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #531,356 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Since 1972, Gil Reynolds has gained worldwide recognition as an artist working in glass and as leading innovator of glass fusing and kiln forming techniques. A technical expert and a founding father of today's contemporary Kiln Formed Glass movement, he is the author of "The Fused Glass Handbook" and "Kiln Crafting," and has been widely published in major art glass magazines and journals.
Gil has lectured extensively in the U.S. and has conducted Kiln Forming and Fire Bucket seminars in Japan, China,The Netherlands, Canada and Italy. The artwork of Gil Reynolds can be found in numerous private and public collections including The Allison Hotel and Spa, Newberg, Or., Ohbayahsi-Gumi, Ltd., Tokyo Japan; A.Pfann, Hilversum Holland and "Percent for Art" commissions for Oregon and Washington states.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

56 of 57 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good basic review book, February 12, 2001

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Arlene Hand "ajart" (Kent, WA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Fused Glass Handbook (Paperback)

If you are just starting out (like you've had a class, get home, and say to yourself "now what do I do"?), this is a really good book to have on hand. It is an older book, true, so some of the kiln options, etc. are a bit dated. But the techniques of finding out if your glass is compatible or the annealing process are still very valid. There's much to be learned from this book, especially if you want the comfort of a good resource on your shelf and available.

53 of 56 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars the original classic text on glass fusing, January 20, 2000

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Gary McCray (Fort Bragg, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Fused Glass Handbook (Paperback)

Gil Reynolds is one of the best teachers of fused glass. He writes a clear and thorough text for the beginner, but this book also has very useful information for the more advanced glass fuser. I consider it to be one of the top three books on fusing.

56 of 61 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good material, dated projects..., February 24, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Fused Glass Handbook (Paperback)

A word to the wise for any novice thinking of purchasing this book to expand the uses for their ceramic kiln...It's not the same kind of kiln. Also, the book seemed to be thorough with instructions for the 30+ projects; keep in mind that this book, and its projects, is 13 years old. Don't expect to be inspired by the examples.