The Techniques of Glass Engraving by Peter Dreiser and the late Jonathan Matcham is a classic, unique in its field. Considered the doyen of British glass engravers, Peter Dreiser has fully updated the text for this second edition with Katharine Coleman, one of the leading contemporary glass artists of today. It is now 4-colour throughout with superb new images illustrating the work of a new generation of contemporary glass engravers. The many techniques covered include copper wheel engraving, synthetic wheel engraving, cut glass, brilliant cutting, diamond point, drill engraving, glass etching and sandblasting. This book is one of the very few on the practical aspects of this craft, of interest to student and the interested public alike. Comprehensive information, examples and exercises for the student are all accompanied with clear photographs, of work in progress and the finished item.

Create distinctive and unique glassware art in under an hour. Incredibly elegant to look at but deceptively simple to make, hand-etched glassware adds style and sophistication to any home. now you can craft original and practical projects.

Step-by-step instructions for diamond burr engraving. Four complete projects plus expert advice on choosing glass, lighting and arranging finished pieces, much more. 117 illustrations. List of Supply Sources.

Presents projects for etching glass with step-by-step detailed instructions. Includes reproducibles of design patterns.

Easy-to-use guide with complete instructions for etching on any glass — panes, panels, bottles, stained glass, more — using acid cream and sandblasting techniques. Includes 46 full-size patterns of birds, butterflies, animals, florals, geometrics, and Art-Nouveau-Style abstracts. Instructions. 46 patterns. 27 illustrations.

63 attractive, original designs — from nautical themes and Art Nouveau motifs to florals, butterflies, and borders. Includes instructions for attaining perfect results.