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Kicking Glass

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Publication Info

  • Published by Herbert Press

  • ISBN: 1789940494

  • 176 pages

  • 11 x 9.5 x 1 inch paperback

  • in USA, contact MacMillan for wholesale orders

  • Cover Price: $20 USD

  • Publication Date: 24 May 2022

  • Intended Audience: beginning to intermediate stained glass crafters

Kicking Glass - A Creative Guide to Stained Glass Craft

Creative and practical, Kicking Glass is a step-by-step guide for those wanting to practice 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.

Featured Artists

  • Missy Graff Ballone

  • Courtney Baker

  • Patrick Hurley

  • Bryony Jo Lane

  • Janel Foo

  • Helena Rakhuba

  • Flannery Cronin

  • Kara Bussey

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.

Reviews

“A thorough, enthusiastic guide to the art, full of beautiful projects, helpful advice, and inspiring thoughts from working stained glass artists” ―Foreword

“‘Kicking Glass’ offers comprehensive training and a liberal helping of motivation through beautiful imagery and practical designs to try.” — Contemporary Glass Society

“Novices can expect all the familiar faces of how-to books: tools and supplies, an examination of materials, and clear directions on finishing, all well illustrated with quality color photographs.” ―Booklist

Sample of Projects and Patterns

Table of Contents

  • Introduction

  • Studio Setup & Safety

  • Tools & Supplies

  • Glass

  • Cutting Glass

  • Using Patterns

  • Foiling

  • Layout

  • Soldering

  • Finishing

  • Clean, Patina, & Polish

  • Designing Patterns

Projects (with Patterns and step-by-step instructions)

  • Suncatchers

    • First Feather

    • Rose Quartz

    • Pink Moon

    • Catenary

    • Wisp of a Wing

    • Honeycomb Cluster

    • Katonah Moth

  • Found & Foraged

    • Incorporating Curios

    • Pressed Ephemera

    • Jewelry

    • Pressed Flower Posy

    • Peacock Feather Suncatcher

    • Comet Moth

    • Oysters on Aspen

  • 3D Construction

    • 3D Soldering Techniques

    • Basic Box

    • Butterfly Plant Stake

    • Butterfly Alights

    • Home Sweet Home

    • Curio Catch-All

    • Moths to a Flame Porchlight

    • Glasswing in Flight

  • Reclaimed Windows

    • Firefly Cabin Window

To purchase Neile’s other stained glass patterns, visit her Etsy Shop.