New Crafts: Decorating Glass by Michael Ball

New Crafts: Decorating Glass by Michael Ball

This is a comprehensive guide to the basic techniques and equipment: all you need to know, from tinning an edge, painting and etching to simple home cutting, delicate folk painting and frosted patterning. The beauty of decorative glass is celebrated in practical, inspirational designs such as herb jars, nightlights, poem vase, copper foil mirror and a stylish Alhambra picture frame. It features examples of the finest glasswork from contemporary craft artists and designers. It presents the definitive modern approach to a traditional craft, with every stage clearly illustrated with photographs in step-by-step instructions for 25 superb projects. It features over 300 photographs of the finished projects so you can what you are aiming at. The availability of easy-to-apply paints in an exciting range of colours means that glass decoration is within the reach of everyone, without the need for specialist equipment. By mastering a few simple skills, you can turn everyday objects into attractive pieces. Here you will find 25 practical projects to inspire you, presented in an easy-to-follow step-by-step format. A variety of basic techniques includes etching, painting, stained-glass construction, wirework and glass-cutting, which are then applied to decorate functional objects such as decorated herb jars and nightlights, and ornamental pieces such as a heraldic bottle and a candle bowl. Further inspiration is provided by the gallery section, in which leading craftspeople display their work, from stained-glass effect mirrors to gilded bowls. This comprehensive guide shows you how to create beautiful objects in a classic medium.

Michael Ball is a designer and craftsman specializing in glasswork, whose work has been published in magazines and craft books. He has developed work in various media, including rocaille beadwork, illustration, silversmithing and fabric painting. Peter Williams is one of the best-known and most highly regarded craft, cooking and lifestyle photographers. He has worked on many books and magazines.

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ISBN 13	9780754828358
ISBN 10	0754828352
Titel	New Crafts: Decorating Glass
Autor	Michael Ball
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Bindungsart	Hardback
Verlag	Anness Publishing
Erscheinungsjahr	2013-11-04
Seitenanzahl	96
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