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Introduction to Glass Fusing | 
 enlarge | Author: Petra Kaiser
Publisher: Wardell Pub Inc
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  18 reviews
Sales Rank: 68353
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 80
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 10.7 x 8.1 x 0.3
ISBN: 0919985386
Dewey Decimal Number: 748.2028
EAN: 9780919985384
ASIN: 0919985386
Publication Date: May 15, 2003
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Product Description
Introduction to Glass Fusing from Wardell Publications fused art glass introduces practical fusing skills while creating from the first project, automatically mastering the techniques of glass preparation, assembly and kiln firing methods. Introduction to Glass Fusing by Petra Kaiser is an illustrated tutorial on the techniques of art glass fusing, geared toward the absolute novice in the craft. This all color book is filled with hundreds of step by step photos, useful tip sidebars, and complete project instructions. The reader will learn terminology used regularly in fusing, as well as the basic skills that are the building blocks of the art. From tools and material descriptions to glass cutting and shaping, to more complicated procedures such as mold making and kiln operation, everything is covered in detail. Chapter titles include Warm Glass Processes and Temperatures, Glass Tools And Equipment, Kilns and Controllers, Basic Glass Cutting Techniques, The Kiln Firing Process, and more. Each new skill is introduced via the creation of an actual project. Project 1 Tangram Puzzle teaches cutting glass to a pattern, Project 4 Window Ornament instructs the use of shelf primer. Additional projects include a Night Light, a set of Soup Bowls, Jewelry Pendants, etc. enabling the reader to master a new skill while creating an item to wear, display or use in their home. A total of 15 Projects are included in the book.
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 Begginner or not, Liked the book February 28, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have had this book a couple of weeks and have gone through it several times reviewing projects that I want to do. I realize that many reviewers consider this a beginner book but I am enough of a newbie to appreciate it. I had purchased Petra Kaiser's earlier book,Fuse It, liked it well enough to want to read this one. I enjoyed the projects in the second book a lot. I will certainly be making several of them. I had not worked with fiber board before and looking forward to experimenting with it.I was reather disappointed one of her cover projects were not really detailed at all in the book. There was a small picture with a three or four lines under the pic about it. That happened to be one that I was interested in but I am certain I can work it out myself but would have liked to have a bit more about the projects.
All in all I liked the book and as I said, will make several of the projects. I will also push myself into playing with creating my own molds with fiber board. For me, a successful addition to my library of books on this subject.
 Just so so December 23, 2007
1 out of 6 found this review helpful
It was a disappointing book. I'm just getting started in fusing and slumping. I was wanting more instruction and more ideas than this book gives. I wouldn't not recommend it.
Introduction to Glass Fusing December 1, 2007
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This is a good intro class to glass fusing. It walks you thru projects and explains the various stages of glass fusing in the kiln. The graphs explain the kiln firing-"ramping", "Flash Cooling", when to "Hold Temp" in an easy to understand way. This is the perfect first book to start fusing glass. 200 color photographs. Idiot proof.
 Introduction to Glass Fusing October 9, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This is a great book for the glass fusing novice. It provides step by step directions for several projects as well as a solid overview of the process involved in art of warm glass.
A good foundation September 7, 2007
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I find this book very informative for the new glass artist. Easy to read and understand. It provides easy to follow directions for some nice pieces. I feel that making a beauiful piece sucessfully gives a person the motivation to spread their wings and try new and different things! This book is a good place to start.
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