Kicking Glass

Name: Kicking Glass
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781789940497
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A Creative Guide to Stained Glass Craft

By Neile Cooper

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Summary

Kicking Glass is a comprehensive and beautifully illustrated guide to the craft of stained glass by experienced artist Neile Cooper. It provides step-by-step instructions on the copper foil method, covering tools, supplies, and creative techniques, including incorporating foraged and found objects. The book features tutorials, instructional drawings, and 16 stunning patterns ranging from simple suncatchers to intricate 3D designs, inspiring both beginners and experienced crafters to create windows, gifts, or masterpieces.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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Kicking Glass

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This book is perfect for creative beginners eager to learn stained glass making, as well as experienced crafters seeking fresh ideas and detailed instructional content in arts and crafts.

Creative and practical, Kicking Glass is a step-by-step guide for those wanting to practice the popular craft of stained glass.

Description

Creative and practical, Kicking Glass is a step-by-step guide for those wanting to practise the popular craft of stained glass.

From simple suncatchers and boho lamps to exquisite 3D constructions and delicately-poised glass butterflies, experienced artist Neile Cooper guides you through the magical world of stained glass with a creative handbook for both the novice and more experienced crafter alike.

Beautifully illustrated with photographs of Neile’s own work, including her glorious glass cabin in the woods as well as pieces from some of today’s most stylish designers, Kicking Glass is packed with ideas to guide and inspire.

This book provides comprehensive technical instruction in the copper foil method, covering everything from tools and supplies to exploratory techniques such as including foraged and found objects into your work. Skills are demonstrated through tutorials with photos, instructional drawings and 16 stunning patterns.

Whether you’re looking to decorate your windows, create lovely gifts for friends and family, or design your own epic masterpiece, Kicking Glass is the essential modern guide to stained glass making.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Praised as a thorough and enthusiastic guide, Kicking Glass offers beautiful projects, clear directions, and inspiring imagery. Reviews highlight Neile Cooper's warm, supportive approach and the book’s comprehensive training for beginners. It has been recommended as an ideal starting point for exploring stained glass, complemented by stellar photography and practical, motivational designs.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781789940497

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 May 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Herbert Press Ltd

Illustration: More than 300 step-by-step colour illustrations throughout

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 238.0mm

Height: 278.0mm

Weight: 820g

Pages: 176

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About the Author

Crafting stained glass has been Neile Cooper’s job and passion for over 20 years. Based in Sparta, New Jersey, USA, she has created everything from jewelry and tiny boxes to large-scale window installations. In 2015 Neile began creating her stained glass cabin in the woods, a small sanctuary clad entirely in reclaimed window frames filled with her stained glass. She is an experienced educator and gives regular tutorials and workshops.