Glass & Glassware

From award-winning writer Nigel Slater, comes a new and exquisitely written collection of notes, memoir, stories and small moments of joy. Nigel Slater has kept notebooks of curiosities and wonderings, penned while at his kitchen table, soaked in a...

Learn to make stunning crafts with these beautiful sea gems! Sea glass is the beautiful result of broken glass being naturally polished and smoothed by the ocean's currents for extended periods of time. These beautiful jewels become weathered and...

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...

Handmade Tiles is a complete guide to tiles and the techniques involved in making them. It explains the full process from first design ideas through to installation so that all makers, whether from a ceramics background or not, can benefit from the...

Focusing on the pottery surface, Carve Your Clay covers a wide range of decorative carving techniques, from piercing, etching, inlaying to sgraffito, faceting, and fettling. The techniques are taught through 20 projects in Hilda's signature style,...

Religion. Humour. Trade. Sex. Folklore. Creativity. Pots can tell us more about the lives of the people who made and used them than any other artefacts.Bearing the imprint of their maker, ceramics give us a direct physical link to the past, often the...

Take your skills-and your work-to the next level.Mastering the Potter's Wheel starts with an introduction to wheel-throwing, from centering to creating the basic forms. What pushes this book beyond the competition, however, are the techniques offered in...

Featuring detailed guides to key tools and techniques from talented expert sculptors, the Beginner's Guide to Sculpting Characters in Clay is vital reading for anyone wanting to explore clay sculpture. Learn which tools are best suited to your needs and...

Grow a glass garden and beautify any space with the exquisite decorative items you've created. George W. Shannon and Pat Torlen, two master teachers and artists, offer an array of glorious patterns for stained glass flowers, butterflies, birds,...

'Delightful... I read the novel with enormous pleasure and admiration.' PHILIP PULLMAN A SPECIAL 20TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION OF THIS AWARD-WINNING TALE ABOUT THE POWER OF PERSEVERANCE BY THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF A LONG WALK TO WATER 13-year-old...

Explore the creative possibilities of this incredibly versatile range of glazes with this comprehensive guide for ceramic artists of all levels.Unlock the world of low-fire glazes with The Complete Guide to Low-Fire Glazes for Potters and Sculptors...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486235509Author Ed SibbettPage Count 72Imprint Dover Publications Inc.Publisher Dover Publications Inc.Weight(grams) 235gDimensions(mm) 210mm * 6mm *...

An indispensable compendium of technical know-how and troubleshooting tips Just like having a mosaic tutor on call 24 hours a day-this book is packed with handy, time-saving tips and technical knowledge to improve your skills, speed up the learning...

From Clay to Kiln is a must-have guide for anyone working with ceramics, from absolute beginners, weekend crafters and students, through to practising ceramicists. In this book, Stuart Carey invigorates and encourages you through all stages of the...

A beginner friendly guide to making stained glass art using the most popular and accessible method, copper foil. The traditional art form of stained glass has become extremely popular again and this collection has everything you need to know to get...

A fully illustrated examination of the use of color in clay, outlining its history and exploring the styles and techniques of the leading modern makers. Mix two or more colors of clay as part of a piece's design, and you are creating nerikomi. There...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781949651157Author Creative Coloring PressFormat PaperbackPage Count 70Imprint Creative ColoringPublisher Creative ColoringWeight(grams) 186gDimensions(mm)...

We all use ceramics on a daily basis without thinking much about it, except when it comes to a favourite mug or cup, for instance. Why is it a favourite? Is it that it holds just the right amount of tea or coffee? Is it that it sits comfortably in the...

This inspirational and practical book features the work of contemporary artists with clear step-by-step projects for anyone to try. It takes a look at materials, from translucent glass tiles and fabulous smalti to broken ceramics and mirrored glass, and...

Stunning to look at and exciting to make, stained glass work is perennially popular. Discover the rich and versatile craft of stained glass with this complete beginner's guide. Bestselling author and professional stained glass artist Lynette Wrigley...

Master the art of designing and throwing pottery for the table, and enjoy the unique relationship between food and tableware Practical and accessible, personal and technical, this inspiring book is invaluable for all makers, whatever their experience,...

This broad approach to slab work shows a wide variety of building methods and highlights the work of high-profile ceramic artists. Slabs can be used to make a variety of forms ranging from the most basic to the more complex. The book covers many...

This is a step-by-step guide to sculpting the human face. It is richly illustrated with both photographs and diagrams for creating detail. It comes from experienced sculptor and instructor Alex Irvine. Sculpting the human face presents a unique artistic...

Quite simply, everything you need to know about glazes. Glazes for the Contemporary Maker is an essential guide for all ceramic artists and potters looking to expand their knowledge and gain confidence in this dynamic area of ceramics practice. The book...

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of midcentury modern glass made in America through an exquisite collection of over 690 stunning color and black-and-white photographs. This meticulously crafted book seamlessly guides readers through two distinct...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780903685818Author Ward LloydFormat HardbackPage Count 128Imprint Richard DennisPublisher Richard DennisWeight(grams) 1247gDimensions(mm) 330mm * 248mm *...

Stained glass painting is a technique for painting on glass to simulate the look of stained glass-no cutting or assembly required. This book features all the information you need to make a piece of beautiful faux stained glass and also contains projects...

Fully updated and revised, with new photographs and glaze recipes, this is the third edition of this classic guide to ash glazes. Forever curious and eager to learn new things about ceramics, Phil Rogers constantly tinkered with clay bodies, glaze...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486254708Author Connie EatonPage Count 64Imprint Dover Publications Inc.Publisher Dover Publications Inc.Weight(grams) 230gDimensions(mm) 278mm * 208mm *...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780578285061Author Heidi WurmFormat PaperbackPage Count 66Imprint Glass ClassPublisher Glass ClassWeight(grams) 236gDimensions(mm) 279mm * 216mm * 4mm

Sea Glass Crafts includes twenty step-by-step projects for you to create beautiful works with your collection of sea glass. Accompanying each project are beautiful full-color photographs which visually aid readers in the instructions as well as display...

"Sculpting the Figure in Clay" is an all-inclusive volume that lays out an easy-to-follow step-by-step method of blocking out the plane structure and anatomy of the posed figure. Author Peter Rubino's unique approach utilises a geometric system...

Lively, informative and full of original tips and techniques Simon's YouTube videos have lit the ceramics world on fire, becoming a must-see supplement to most potters' educations. But therein lies the hitch; most potters don't want to take a laptop into...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780955374128Author Ian CoxFormat PaperbackPage Count 192Imprint Richard DennisPublisher Richard DennisWeight(grams) 976gDimensions(mm) 269mm * 213mm * 15mm

This title offers stylish ideas for decorating your outside space with over 400 stunning photographs and 25 step-by-step projects. You can transform an outdoor space with inspirational mosaic designs from leading contemporary designers; illustrated with...

Transform areas and items in your home into beautiful works of art! Eye-catching and a lot of fun to do, this introductory guide to mosaic art (literally) covers everything, from window sills, wall murals, and coffee tables to flower pots, picture...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486289649Author Hwyel G. HarrisPage Count 80Imprint Dover Publications Inc.Publisher Dover Publications Inc.Weight(grams) 110gDimensions(mm) 210mm *...

This practical book explains the art of stained glass for the maker. Focusing on leaded glass, it introduces types of glass, cutting and designing for glass, and the processes involved in building your own panel. It also covers installation and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781635618853Author John HesselberthFormat PaperbackPage Count 170Imprint Echo Point Books & MediaPublisher Echo Point Books & MediaWeight(grams)...

This book includes 25 beautiful projects that is shown step by step. The wonderful hues and textures of enamel celebrated in inspirational and practical designs, shown in over 300 photographs. Projects include a Fleur-de-lis Bookmark, a Door Plaque,...