Making Glass Beads 
asked by vicky123 on November 19, 2006 8:53 PM
“There is enough detail to make unsuspecting readers into addicts. An excellent introduction.”—Booklist
Beads that are multicolored, grooved, feathered or foiled, and decorated with spots, dots, eyes, and stripes: no matter which of these designs in glass you choose, the results will be beautiful. Detailed instructions and magnificent photos, along with scores of valuable tips and tricks, guide crafters through an awesome array of techniques, making this the best guide to glass beading ever. The creative journey begins with making a simple bead; proceeds to easy variations, such as overwraps and raked patterns; and ends exquisitely with beads shimmering with different metals and featuring millefiori, sculpting, and hollowing.
The author lives in Skokie, IL.
Beads that are multicolored, grooved, feathered or foiled, and decorated with spots, dots, eyes, and stripes: no matter which of these designs in glass you choose, the results will be beautiful. Detailed instructions and magnificent photos, along with scores of valuable tips and tricks, guide crafters through an awesome array of techniques, making this the best guide to glass beading ever. The creative journey begins with making a simple bead; proceeds to easy variations, such as overwraps and raked patterns; and ends exquisitely with beads shimmering with different metals and featuring millefiori, sculpting, and hollowing.
The author lives in Skokie, IL.
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The book gave us confidence that we could make glass beads. Production has not started but soon will.
Service was excellent as usual.
Service was excellent as usual.
reviewed by bestseller on November 29, 2006 3:59 AM
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This is one of two books that you should own if you are serious about learning to make glass beads. The step by steps are easy to follow. The hot tip boxes are a nice way to point out important info. The pictures are clear and to the point, and follow the descriptions of the action. The gallery pictures are spread thoughtout each section of the type of bead work being explained.
A touch that I liked was when a new word is introduced it is in bold print and a clear description of what it is. Giving notice that this is something to be filed for furture use.
They have included a whole load of other artists work for a wide idea of what can be done. the appendix's on the nature of glass and trouble shooting will save a lot of time for the newbe. Also the jewelry basics is a nice touch for the right of the street person. I own it and use it.
The other book you should own is the Kimberley Adams The complete book of glass bead making
A touch that I liked was when a new word is introduced it is in bold print and a clear description of what it is. Giving notice that this is something to be filed for furture use.
They have included a whole load of other artists work for a wide idea of what can be done. the appendix's on the nature of glass and trouble shooting will save a lot of time for the newbe. Also the jewelry basics is a nice touch for the right of the street person. I own it and use it.
The other book you should own is the Kimberley Adams The complete book of glass bead making
reviewed by harrypotter on November 29, 2006 5:06 AM
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This is a wonderful book, loaded with step-by-step instructions on making glass beads. The instructions are clear and easy to understand. can Hardly wait to order my glass supplies and get started with her book at my side.
reviewed by selena on November 29, 2006 11:48 AM
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As someone new to bead making, I read this book first and it clearly explains the tools and processes. After reading it, I was able to tackle this new skill with ease. It also features beautiful design illustrations.
reviewed by pauls on November 29, 2006 5:41 PM
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Very nice book with lots of information and good pictures. Very well organized book that goes into detail on making glass beads.To me this is the only book you need to get started in Lampworking. I especially enjoyed in each chapter the pictures of other artists beads as Cindy described how to make that type of bead. Certianly a book that I will refer to many times! Thanks for a great book Cindy!.....
reviewed by soulful on November 29, 2006 7:13 PM