Introduction to Glass Fusing [Paperback]

Petra Kaiser (Author), Wardell Publications (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 15, 2003

Introduction to Glass Fusing from Wardell Publications fused art glass introduces practical fusing skills while creating from the first project, automatically mastering the techniques of glass preparation, assembly and kiln firing methods. Introduction to Glass Fusing by Petra Kaiser is an illustrated tutorial on the techniques of art glass fusing, geared toward the absolute novice in the craft. This all color book is filled with hundreds of step by step photos, useful tip sidebars, and complete project instructions. The reader will learn terminology used regularly in fusing, as well as the basic skills that are the building blocks of the art. From tools and material descriptions to glass cutting and shaping, to more complicated procedures such as mold making and kiln operation, everything is covered in detail. Chapter titles include Warm Glass Processes and Temperatures, Glass Tools And Equipment, Kilns and Controllers, Basic Glass Cutting Techniques, The Kiln Firing Process, and more. Each new skill is introduced via the creation of an actual project. Project 1 Tangram Puzzle teaches cutting glass to a pattern, Project 4 Window Ornament instructs the use of shelf primer. Additional projects include a Night Light, a set of Soup Bowls, Jewelry Pendants, etc. enabling the reader to master a new skill while creating an item to wear, display or use in their home. A total of 15 Projects are included in the book.

Product Details

• Paperback: 80 pages
• Publisher: Wardell Pub Inc (May 15, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0919985386
• ISBN-13: 978-0919985384
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.3 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #45,059 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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97 of 97 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Good Place To Start, September 7, 2005

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Lisabeth M. Renee "Nartique" (Florida) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Introduction to Glass Fusing (Paperback)

Petra Kaiser's book on Glass Fusing is a great place to begin your exploration of warm glass. The book is layed out very well, highlighting important information, for example, by providing tables of temperatures when different things happen to glass...slumping, tack fusing, full fusing, etc. A beginner needs to know about equipment and supplies, kilns, safety, and all about glass itself... Kaiser covers everything you need to know to start out working with fused glass. Then she puts you to work, where you learn as you do! I like the way she takes you though a series of 15 projects, all of which build on each other, expanding your knowledge at the same time as you reinforce important skills, such as glass cutting. As an artist I also found that all projects were easily adapted to my own aesthetic, therefore they did not have to be copied exactly to learn the intended lesson. As a former art instructor, I recommend it highly because it not only provides you with basic information -- it also provides you with hands-on experience.

71 of 74 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT fusing book, October 10, 2004

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Lisa F. Kroening (hilton head, sc) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Introduction to Glass Fusing (Paperback)

This book takes you step by step in the fusing process and gives little tips and tidbits to aide you. The projects are wonderful even if you are experienced in fusing. You start small and work up to serving dishes, this is a complete book on fusing

24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good for a beginner, August 3, 2005

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Eden Pell (Atlanta, GA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Introduction to Glass Fusing (Paperback)

Good for someone really new to glass fusing.The writer seemed to lack the experience of a more advanced glass fuser and the projects were very basic but over all still a good introduction to glass.