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Creative and practical, Kicking Glass is a step-by-step guide for those wanting to practice the popular craft of stained glass.From simple suncatchers and boho lamps to exquisite 3D constructions and delicately-poised glass butterflies, experienced artist Neile Cooper guides you through the magical world of stained glass with a creative handbook for both the novice and more experienced crafter alike.
Beautifully illustrated with photographs of Neile's own work including her glorious glass cabin in the woods as well as pieces from some of today's most stylish designers,
Kicking Glass is packed with ideas to guide and inspire.
This book provides comprehensive technical instruction in the copper foil method, covering everything from tools and supplies to exploratory techniques such as including foraged and found objects into your work. Skills are demonstrated through tutorials with photos, instructional drawings and 16 stunning patterns. Whether you're looking to decorate your windows, create lovely gifts for friends and family or design your own epic masterpiece,
Kicking Glass is the essential modern guide to stained glass making.
List of contents
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Studio setup & safety
Tools & supplies
Glass
Cutting glass
Using patterns
Foiling
Layout
Soldering
Finishing
Clean, patina, & polish
Designing patterns
Suncatchers
3D construction
Reclaimed windows
Patterns
Suppliers
About the author
Crafting stained glass has been Neile Cooper’s job and passion for over 25 years. Based in Sparta, New Jersey, USA, she has created everything from jewelry and tiny boxes to large-scale window installations. In 2015 Neile began creating her stained glass cabin in the woods, a small sanctuary clad entirely in reclaimed window frames filled with her stained glass. She is an experienced educator and is the author of Kicking Glass.
Instagram: @neilecooper
glasscabinstudio.com
Summary
Creative and practical, Kicking Glass is a step-by-step guide for those wanting to practice the popular craft of stained glass.
From simple suncatchers and boho lamps to exquisite 3D constructions and delicately-poised glass butterflies, experienced artist Neile Cooper guides you through the magical world of stained glass with a creative handbook for both the novice and more experienced crafter alike.
Beautifully illustrated with photographs of Neile's own work including her glorious glass cabin in the woods as well as pieces from some of today's most stylish designers, Kicking Glass is packed with ideas to guide and inspire.
This book provides comprehensive technical instruction in the copper foil method, covering everything from tools and supplies to exploratory techniques such as including foraged and found objects into your work. Skills are demonstrated through tutorials with photos, instructional drawings and 16 stunning patterns. Whether you're looking to decorate your windows, create lovely gifts for friends and family or design your own epic masterpiece, Kicking Glass is the essential modern guide to stained glass making.
Foreword
Creative and practical, Kicking Glass is a step-by-step guide for those wanting to practice the popular craft of stained glass.
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The book is full of beautiful, full colour illustrations, and instructions are easy to follow, if not easy to master. This is great guide for anyone considering starting in the hobby.
