Introduction to Stained Glass: A Step-by-Step Teaching Manual

Randy Wardell; Judy Huffman; Wardell Publications [Editor]

ISBN 10: 0919985041 / ISBN 13: 9780919985049

Published by Wardell Pub Inc, 1985

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Introduction to Stained Glass: A Step-by-Step Teaching Manual
• Publisher: Wardell Pub Inc
• Publication Date: 1985
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0919985041
• ISBN 13: 9780919985049
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Fair
• Weight: 8 ounces

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Synopsis

Introduction to Stained Glass was originally released in 1985 and since then it has become the definitive standard for teaching and learning stained glass techniques. Step-by-Step instructions cover both copperfoil and lead came fabrication. The well-written text combines theory and practice to familiarize readers with the basics and guide them through more advanced methods. 1. HISTORY - GLASS Glass making, Stained glass, Jewels, Nuggets and Bevels, Color selection, 2. TOOLS OF THE TRADE Glass cutters, Pliers, Soldering Irons and Accessories, Lead tools, Miscellaneous Equipment, Safety Equipment, Grinding Equipment, 3. SUPPLIES Supplies, Work Surface, Lead Supplies, Copper Foil Supplies, Shopping list, 4. GLASS CUTTING Theory, Holding the Glass Cutter, Scoring the Glass, Breaking out the score, Scoring using a straight edge, Grozing, Cutting inside curves, Cutting Circles, Semi-circles or ovals, Cutting large sheets, 5. WORKING WITH PATTERNS Pattern Making, Using a Pattern for Glass cutting, Photocopying your patterns, 6. CONSTRUCTING A LEADED PANEL Introduction, Step by Step Instructions, Lead Soldering, Cementing, 7. CONSTRUCTING A COPPER FOILED PANEL Introduction, Step by step instructions, Soldering copper foil, Solder Troubleshooting Hints, 8. CONSTRUCTING A COPPER FOILED LAMPSHADE Step by step instructions, Alternate Assembly method, Special Construction, Joiner pieces, Square corner construction, 9. FINISHING YOUR PROJECT Hanging hardware, Spider, Vase caps, Frames, Antique Patina, Polishing or Waxing, Overlay Details, Cleaning your project, Reinforcing your window, Replacing a cracked foil piece, 10. FULL SIZE PROJECTS Diamond panel (Bevels), Sunburst panel, Butterfly, Rainbow and Cloud, Standing Angel, Dove, Fruit Cluster, Six Sided Flower pot, Eight Sided Flower pot, Traditional cone lamp, Classic Lamp, Floral Lamp, Floral Tray with Dividers, Floral Lidded Box, Sailboat Panel, Cattail Panel, Floral Panel,

About the Author

Randy Wardell
Judy Huffman