Stained Glass Book

A week or so ago I asked if anyone could suggest a good book for a beginner
to use as a reference. Since I got no response, I thought I would come back
and mention a few "how to" books that I looked at/or bought in case other
newbies were interested in getting a book.

I don't know any of the authors personally and I don't know anything about
stained glass, other than what I have read so far. This is, of course, a
miniscule sample of what is probably out there. How's that for a caveat?

My favorite: Basic Stained Glass Making - All the Skills and Tools You
Need to Get Started by Eric Ebeling(2003) 137 pgs. I bought this from
Borders online.

The photos were clear, numerous, professional. Sometimes 9 photos to a page
going step by step thru a project. He covers foil and lead came panels and
a few other projects. The projects have a "shopping list", too.
The book is spiral bound and lies flat. There are 10 practice shapes to cut
and directions on how and in what order to accomplish the task. My only
question is he uses one hand to hold the cutter and the other hand to
"steady" the scoring hand, so who's holding the glass?

How To Work in Stained Glass 3rd Edition by Anita and Seymour Isenberg
(1998) 347 pgs. I checked this out of my library. I plan to read it
thoroughly. Packed with some great information but the black and white
photos are sooo muddy! The only color plates are in the center of the book
and used to showcase finished pieces. I wish they would update the book and
use a pro to do the photos. Did I mention I hate the photos?

Stained Glass Basics - Techniques, Tools, Projects by Chris Rich/Martha
Mitchell/Rachel Ward (1997) 144 pgs. Bought at Borders online. They do
the same pattern in foil and in came plus other projects. There are a
couple of projects incorporating geode slices. As a beginner I want more
emphasis put on instructions and techniques.

Eventually, ok- real soon, I want to do my own patterns but recently I've
been looking at 390 Traditional Stained Glass Designs by Hywel G. Harris
(1996) 78 pgs. They are black and white illustrations (kind of like a nicer
coloring book format) copied from the windows of English houses built
around 1890-s to 1920's. If anyone knows of something similar covering from
1920's-30's, especially USA based, please pass it down to me.

Books are OK, but nothing takes the place of a live beginners class, at
your local SG retailer!

--
JK Sinrod
Sinrod Stained Glass Studios
www.sinrodstudios.com
Coney Island Memories
www.sinrodstudios.com/coneymemories

"jk" wrote in message
et...
Books are OK, but nothing takes the place of a live beginners class, at
your local SG retailer!


Live beginners...as opposed to what???

I've been signed up for weeks and have a couple yet to wait, figured I might
as well get cracking on my own. Bought some single strength panes at Lowes
and a low tech steel wheel cutter with a ball on the end. Made straight
cuts, a circle and a quarter moon today. Just having a little trouble
stopping at the end of the glass without rolling off when scoring.
Classes amount to a bit more than 10 hours total and I really want to
concentrate on having a good understanding of correct soldering techniques.
We have use of the shops' tools and materials for the initial project
included, but then I'll have to make some decisions regarding what I want to
purchase for myself. I also need to set up a workspace in my attached
garage. I figure it won't hurt to have read a couple of books and lurked
about the newsgroup for a few weeks gathering some ideas, well maybe not the
latter ;-)

searobin5319 wrote:

"jk" wrote in message
et...
Books are OK, but nothing takes the place of a live beginners class, at
your local SG retailer!


Live beginners...as opposed to what???

I've been signed up for weeks and have a couple yet to wait, figured I might
as well get cracking on my own. Bought some single strength panes at Lowes
and a low tech steel wheel cutter with a ball on the end. Made straight
cuts, a circle and a quarter moon today. Just having a little trouble
stopping at the end of the glass without rolling off when scoring.
Classes amount to a bit more than 10 hours total and I really want to
concentrate on having a good understanding of correct soldering techniques.
We have use of the shops' tools and materials for the initial project
included, but then I'll have to make some decisions regarding what I want to
purchase for myself. I also need to set up a workspace in my attached
garage. I figure it won't hurt to have read a couple of books and lurked
about the newsgroup for a few weeks gathering some ideas, well maybe not the
latter ;-)



I attend as many classes as I can afford. I also read everything I can
get my hands on. The two go together quite well but I think you'll find
that first class will really get the ball rolling. Good tools and
ambition will keep it rolling.
--
Jack


http://photos.yahoo.com/bc/xmissionbobo/

"searobin5319" wrote in message
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"jk" wrote in message
et...
Books are OK, but nothing takes the place of a live beginners class,
at
your local SG retailer!


Live beginners...as opposed to what???


A dead book? There's nothing like seeing it done once by a pro.
Practicing with clear glass and a cheapie cutter are fine, but you may be
surprised when you find out from your teacher the way it's done.
Positioning, rolling the wheel, lubrication, pressure, breaking techniques,
etc etc. Have fun!

--
JK Sinrod
Sinrod Stained Glass Studios
www.sinrodstudios.com
Coney Island Memories
www.sinrodstudios.com/coneymemories

"searobin5319" wrote in message .com...
A week or so ago I asked if anyone could suggest a good book for a beginner
to use as a reference. Since I got no response, I thought I would come back
and mention a few "how to" books that I looked at/or bought in case other
newbies were interested in getting a book.

I don't know any of the authors personally and I don't know anything about
stained glass, other than what I have read so far. This is, of course, a
miniscule sample of what is probably out there. How's that for a caveat?

My favorite: Basic Stained Glass Making - All the Skills and Tools You
Need to Get Started by Eric Ebeling(2003) 137 pgs. I bought this from
Borders online.

The photos were clear, numerous, professional. Sometimes 9 photos to a page
going step by step thru a project. He covers foil and lead came panels and
a few other projects. The projects have a "shopping list", too.
The book is spiral bound and lies flat. There are 10 practice shapes to cut
and directions on how and in what order to accomplish the task. My only
question is he uses one hand to hold the cutter and the other hand to
"steady" the scoring hand, so who's holding the glass?

How To Work in Stained Glass 3rd Edition by Anita and Seymour Isenberg
(1998) 347 pgs. I checked this out of my library. I plan to read it
thoroughly. Packed with some great information but the black and white
photos are sooo muddy! The only color plates are in the center of the book
and used to showcase finished pieces. I wish they would update the book and
use a pro to do the photos. Did I mention I hate the photos?

Stained Glass Basics - Techniques, Tools, Projects by Chris Rich/Martha
Mitchell/Rachel Ward (1997) 144 pgs. Bought at Borders online. They do
the same pattern in foil and in came plus other projects. There are a
couple of projects incorporating geode slices. As a beginner I want more
emphasis put on instructions and techniques.

Eventually, ok- real soon, I want to do my own patterns but recently I've
been looking at 390 Traditional Stained Glass Designs by Hywel G. Harris
(1996) 78 pgs. They are black and white illustrations (kind of like a nicer
coloring book format) copied from the windows of English houses built
around 1890-s to 1920's. If anyone knows of something similar covering from
1920's-30's, especially USA based, please pass it down to me.


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