Formed of Fire Bandhu S. Dunham Salusa Glassworks, 2003 The book begins with a Foreword by Tina Oldknow, Curator of Modern Glass at the Corning Museum of Glass. There follows an insightful historical introduction which gives context to the artist pages that fill most of the volume. One or two full-colour pages per artist display recent work with descriptive text and a brief documentary -- by either the author or the artist. Dunham's position as a ...             Glassmakers: An Odyssey of the Jews : The First Three Thousand Years (Hippocrene Jewish History Series)5 reviews Samuel Kurinsky Hippocrene Books, 1991 A brilliant and fascinating work. + An ingenious approach to an ancient topic + Influential and beautifully written There are many reasons to recommend this work. I know of no other book that attempts to address some rather obvious problems in history. Whether or not all of these ideas are vindicated is to be determined, but I am delighted with the care and intelligence that this book demonstrates. Thank ...             A Glassblower's Companion: A Compilation of Studio Equipment Designs, Essays, & Glassblowing Ideas3 reviews Dudley F. Giberson Joppa Glassworks Inc, 1998 a must for anyone who is setting up their home studio + One of a kind + Awesome guide to studio equipment contains designs for: 5 different glory holes,10 dif. melting furnaces,4 styles of annealers and slumpers, pipe heater,electric hot cane pick up, electric garage, bit box, and a hanger box. also contains information on firing , gas safety systems , burner heads, and mixers. this is a must for ...             Creative Glass Blowing: Scientific and Ornamental2 reviews James E. Hammesfahr, Clair L. Stong W.H.Freeman & Co Ltd, 1968 Good overall reference to glass blowing and glass history + THE Classic! Wonderfull introduction to the art and science of glass blowing, and also the best introduction to the history of glass and glass technology that I've seen. It covers the tools and techniques to get started, down to the experiment of making your own glass. It covers the chemestry of not only ...             Making Glass Beads (Beadwork Books)45 reviews Cindy Jenkins Lark Books, 1999 Very informative book with great pictures + EXCELLENT + Good for beginners + Good, but bigger pictures would have helped + Wonderful bead book             Dictionary of Glass: Materials and Techniques (Glass)1 review Charles Bray A & C Black, 2001 Ultimate glass reference book Do not be misled by the title. This is more a detailed encyclopedia of glass than a simple dictionary, with many in depth articles covering the history, art and technology of glass working. All forms of glass craft are represented, including blowing, lamp work, stained glass, etching and ...             Glassblowing: An Introduction to Solid and Blown Glass Sculpturing3 reviews Homer L. Hoyt Crafts & Arts Publishing Company, 1989 Homer shows you how to safely manipulate hot glass! + This book has been used by many students to learn lampwork. If you are intrigued by idea of melting glass in a torch and creating anything from little forest creatures to crystal goblets, this is the book for you. Homer lays it all out for you and gives you step by step instructions and diagrams to get you started. The projects in the book begin very ...             More Than You Ever Wanted To Know About Glass Beadmaking6 reviews James Kervin GlassWear Studios A must for someone starting out in glass beadmaking + Comprehensive Guide to Lampworking and More + Very Comprehensive + The most comprehensive book on glass beadmaking + Amazing work by Mr. Kervin...             Advanced Glassworking Techniques4 reviews Edward T. Schmid Glass Mountain Press, 1997 Must have for anyone interested in hot glass + I'm a glass blower + advanced glassworking techniques + A Hot Glass Bible             Contemporary Lampworking: A Practical Guide to Shaping Glass in the Flame (Volume 1 and 2)10 reviews Bandhu Scott Dunham Salusa Glassworks, 2003 The best book in its class + Great book for beginners to experts! + must have for any lamp worker If you could have only one book, it would be wise to consider this one. I have been in this industry many years and this is by far the best book I have seen out there.             Flameworking: Creating Glass Beads, Sculptures & Functional Objects14 reviews Elizabeth Mears Lark Books, 2003 Excellent Book + Great book for the next step in lamp/flame working + Flameworking Madeto Look Easy + Mears's Flameworking book + Good book for boro glass work             1000 Glass Beads: Innovation & Imagination in Contemporary Glass Beadmaking (500 Series)14 reviews Lark Books, 2004 Just beautiful!! + Great photos of fabulous beads + Incredible + Eye candy for bead lovers + Gorgeous, Gorgeous Book!!             Formed of Fire Bandhu S. Dunham Salusa Glassworks, 2003 The book begins with a Foreword by Tina Oldknow, Curator of Modern Glass at the Corning Museum of Glass. There follows an insightful historical introduction which gives context to the artist pages that fill most of the volume. One or two full-colour pages per artist display recent work with descriptive text and a brief documentary -- by either the author or the artist. Dunham's position as a ...             Creative Glass Blowing: Scientific and Ornamental2 reviews James E. Hammesfahr, Clair L. Stong W.H.Freeman & Co Ltd, 1968 Good overall reference to glass blowing and glass history + THE Classic! Wonderfull introduction to the art and science of glass blowing, and also the best introduction to the history of glass and glass technology that I've seen. It covers the tools and techniques to get started, down to the experiment of making your own glass. It covers the chemestry of not only ...             1000 Glass Beads: Innovation & Imagination in Contemporary Glass Beadmaking (500 Series)14 reviews Lark Books, 2004 Just beautiful!! + Great photos of fabulous beads + Incredible + Eye candy for bead lovers + Gorgeous, Gorgeous Book!!             Glassblowing: An Introduction to Solid and Blown Glass Sculpturing3 reviews Homer L. Hoyt Crafts & Arts Publishing Company, 1989 Homer shows you how to safely manipulate hot glass! + This book has been used by many students to learn lampwork. If you are intrigued by idea of melting glass in a torch and creating anything from little forest creatures to crystal goblets, this is the book for you. Homer lays it all out for you and gives you step by step instructions and diagrams to get you started. The projects in the book begin very ...             Making Glass Beads (Beadwork Books)45 reviews Cindy Jenkins Lark Books, 1999 Very informative book with great pictures + EXCELLENT + Good for beginners + Good, but bigger pictures would have helped + Wonderful bead book             Contemporary Lampworking: A Practical Guide to Shaping Glass in the Flame (Volume 1 and 2)10 reviews Bandhu Scott Dunham Salusa Glassworks, 2003 The best book in its class + Great book for beginners to experts! + must have for any lamp worker If you could have only one book, it would be wise to consider this one. I have been in this industry many years and this is by far the best book I have seen out there.             Dictionary of Glass: Materials and Techniques (Glass)1 review Charles Bray A & C Black, 2001 Ultimate glass reference book Do not be misled by the title. This is more a detailed encyclopedia of glass than a simple dictionary, with many in depth articles covering the history, art and technology of glass working. All forms of glass craft are represented, including blowing, lamp work, stained glass, etching and ...             A Glassblower's Companion: A Compilation of Studio Equipment Designs, Essays, & Glassblowing Ideas3 reviews Dudley F. Giberson Joppa Glassworks Inc, 1998 a must for anyone who is setting up their home studio + One of a kind + Awesome guide to studio equipment contains designs for: 5 different glory holes,10 dif. melting furnaces,4 styles of annealers and slumpers, pipe heater,electric hot cane pick up, electric garage, bit box, and a hanger box. also contains information on firing , gas safety systems , burner heads, and mixers. this is a must for ...