Web Based Tutorials and Guides for using Glass with Metal Clay
This page has links to websites that have valuable information, tutorials and projects about glass. Some of these tutorials are for using glass with metal clay and others show basic techniques for making your own glass cabochons and beads.
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Glass Projects
Fold Over Pendant - Fused Glass
Step by step tutorial with pictures on how to make a fold over bail pendant in glass.
Dichroic Glass Tutorial
Some interesting and useful information in this Squidoo lens about putting a dichroic cabochon in metal clay. The author of the lens, Lis-el Crowley, sells several of the items referred to in the item and there are links to her on-line shops.
PMC3 and Dichroic Glass
The specifics of this tutorial pertain to PMC3 but if you use Art Clay Silver you can adjust the firing schedule accordingly; the process is the same.
Lampworking
Ann Davis - Beach glass vessel bead with PMC3
Advanced project for lampworkers. Very clear instructions and such a beautiful project.
Ann Davis - Making A Vessel Bead with Hollow Electroformed Handles
Add metal to glass beads with the electroforming technique. Advanced project requiring specific tools but well worth the effort.
Ann Davis - Event Horizon: Electroformed-Lampworked Bracelet
Advanced project to make a stunning bracelet.
Ann Davis - Scavo
A traditional Italian technique lets lampworkers add an ancient look to their newest beads.
Beverley Hicklin - Razor Cut Floral Bead
This tutorial shows a round bead but experiment with different shapes, twisties and colours to find a style you like.
Beverley Hicklin - Lampwork Star Bead
This bead is made using silvered glass but you can also achieve a beautiful effect by using traditional glass. Intermediate level project from Making Jewellery Magazine.
Delphi - Lampwork bead making
Tutorial with pictures outlining lampwork bead making. Has very useful links to the tools and products used in the tutorial so you can buy them from Delphi if you need to.
Lesley Rands - Indian Summer Jewels
Intermediate level lampwork project. This is from the Making Jewellery Magazine website.
Lesley Rands - Swirl Beads
This easy lampwork project was originally published in Making Jewellery Magazine. It's now available for free on their website.
Manda Muddimer - Harlequin Delight
In this project you will learn the techniques for making a harlequin bead. These beads are made up of layered colours to create a unique pattern. The technique relies heavily on accurate dot placement and heat control, so patience is essential, take your time to get it right. From Making Jewellery Magazine.
Sabine Little - Lampwork Leaves
Leaves are a great first foray into sculptural lampwork - there are so many different types that they allow for lots of variation and interpretation. This tutorial covers the easiest, basic leaf shape. Project from Making Jewellery Magazine.
The Vinery - Flameworking safety tips
Flameworking safety tips.
Glass Fusing
Aberose - Troubleshooting guide
Fused Glass troubleshooting guide.
Delphi - Introduction to Glass Fusing
Basic introduction to glass fusing. Contains firing schedule information. Has very useful links to the tools and products needed so you can buy them from Delphi.
Delphi - Fusing and slumping
Introduction to fusing and slumping.
Delphi - Q&A on fusing
Tips on fusing glass in a Q&A format. Includes information on how to drill holes in glass and how to apply kiln wash to shelves.
Glass Fusing Made Easy
Great website to find out all about glass fusing. It has lots of basic information, some videos, a bunch of projects and some really good tips and hints. And if you have a question you can contact them.
Heart of the Stone Studio Glass Fusing bench tips
Includes tips on drilling holes in glass and very useful advice on buying and using dichroic glass.
Kaiser Glass - Glass clay, Pate de Verre and Cloisonne
A series of tutorials on various subjects including Glass Clay, making Glass Bales, Pate de Verre and Glass Cloisonne. Some very interesting information about these new ways of working and well worth a read if you into glass fusing. These tutorials are password protected so you need fill in a form with your email address to get the login details sent to you. It's worth it to see these interesting tutorials.
Kim Atherton - Glass Fused Disc Pendant
Advanced glass fusing project from Making Jewellery magazine.
The Vinery - Basic fusing
Basic glass fusing instructions.
Warm Glass
Clear tutorials on all elements of working with glass. Clear information on the tools to use and glass compatibility.
