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DICHROICS (#12409)
by Jackie Paciello-Truty covers the history and uses of dichoric-coated
glass in the art glass industry. The author discusses several issues of
this seemingly mysterious glass including: How is it created? How is it
used in the Art glass industry? How does it react to heat, light and
layer? This book will provide insight and inspiration. Includes 63
full color pages with a gallery of finished creations from several
notable glass artisans.
© 2002 The Glass Press
ISBN# 0-9629053-4-8
$19.95
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INNOVATIVE ADORNMENTS
(#1352)
by Jayne
Persico explains step-by-step how to make distinctive fused glass
jewelry using precious silver and gold wire wrapping techniques to
produce spectacular personal adornments. Included are over 250 color
photos and 12 complete projects of pendants, watches, bracelets,
earrings and more.
© 2002 Wardell
Publications
ISBN 0-919985-36-x
$23.99
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INTRODUCTION TO PRECIOUS METAL CLAY (#13521)
by Mary Ann Devos describes the use precious metal clay (PMC), which
is composed of microscopic fine silver particles, a non-toxic
organic binder and water. PMC looks, feels and is shaped like
potters clay but after kiln firing all that is left is solid
precious metal. This book describes the techniques to make
distinctive silver and gold jewelry by hand-forming PMC then simply
firing it in a kiln to produce spectacular adornments. Such a
simple process requiring a lot less equipment and training than
traditional metal work, makes this craft easily accessible to
artists, hobbyists, fine jewelers and metal smiths of any age or
creative background.
© 2002
Wardell Publications
ISBN 0-919985-36-x
$23.95
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