Glass can add an unusual and ethereal quality to a piece of
jewellery. Its transparency, colour and unpredictability make glass
a unique material to work with, but it also presents its own
challenges. This book introduces the techniques of working with
glass to jewellers, and explains how to decide which is the most
suitable approach for your design. It covers specific properties of
glass, tips for design and ideas for assembling a piece. Hot
forming - includes fusing, casting and pate de verre, as well as
lampworking. Cold forming - explains how to shape a piece of glass
and then bond pieces together Decorative - explains how to
embellish your pieces, from painting to photography transfers and
metal leaf inclusions. It is a practical guide but, with a wealth
of stunning finished pieces, and also provides inspiration for
jewellers of all experiences.
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