1997 Glass Patterns Quarterly Vol. 13, No. 3 Fall-CD Version
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Glass Patterns Quarterly
Fall 1997, Volume 13, Number 3
Iris Lamp—A Garden of Light
Design by Mark Waterbury
A cone-shaped floral lamp shade with white iris atop light green leaves on a dark green background. The use of stipple glass adds glow to this shade.
Four Seasons Series—Fall
Design by Mary Krauski
A 12"x 18" rectangular floral and bird panel showing a singing bird perched atop large flowers displaying the brilliant oranges, reds, and white of fall. This project is constructed with copper foil. Full-size patterns for all four seasons are available by ordering pattern #69 from Glass Patterns Quarterly.
Looking Glass—Reflections of Beauty
Design by Mark Waterbury
A 12"x 15-7/8" rectangular portrait panel showing a Japanese geisha girl dressed in a kimono of dark blue, holding a light blue mirror. She stands against a background of purple, amber, and white translucent. This project is constructed with copper foil.
Circle of Peace
Design by Mark Waterbury
A 10"x 10-3/8" rectangular/freeform fused glass piece with large red and black Japanese and Chinese symbol of peace in its center. The seamless nature of the fused glass lends simplicity to this project.
Fire and Light—Circles of Fancy
Design by Dave Burnett
A 4-3/4"x 4-5/8" x 4" pentagonal and a 4" square candleholder formed from sides of circles fashioned from clear glue chip glass. This project is constructed with copper foil.
Book Reviews
Stained Glass Windows of Elegance—Collection Two published by Wardell Publications
Making Glass Beads published by Cindy Jenkins and Lark Books
Jewelry Stands 1 published by Len Edwards
Tiffany Garden Hearts published by Jean Bishop and Julie Bishop Day of The Glass Workbench
Amazing Vase—Deco Right
Design by Joy Bamford and Lucinda Doran
A 3" x 3" x 11" tower-shaped geometric vase created in the art deco style and constructed with copper foil. Dark green and opal trapezoids angle down the side from the top of the vase, suggesting a flared appearance.
Trail Boss—Riding Tall in the Saddle
Design by Dan Donovan A 22-1/8" square panel showing a child and horse as they gallop away in search of high adventure. This project is constructed with copper foil, but lead came could also be used. Pattern in back issue can be enlarged, or full-size pattern #70 is available from Glass Patterns Quarterly.
Decal Beads—Perfect for the Beginner
Design by Darlene Johnson and Judy Lee
Two necklaces created from 1/2"x 1-3/4" glass bead rods and lengths of gold chain. The indigo blue of the beads is contrasted by the white leaf or geometric decals.
Triple Play—All in the Family
Design by Lewis C. Wilson, Kathy Wilson, and Jennifer Wilson
Three cobalt blue beads made from different designs by different techniques. One bead displays twin dolphins playing around an intricately veined globe of glass and is displayed on a silver Change-A-Bead pendant. Another is a fused bead with a bold yellow stripe. The third is a wire round bead that seems to have frozen stars within.
Bead Necklace—Wireworks
Design by Kate Drew-Wilkinson
An article featuring ways to turn your beads into jewelry that is ready to sell.
Glass Beads—the Ancient Art of Glass Casting
Design by Donna Milliron
An article describing the creation of beads using the lost-wax process using an almost completely closed mold.
News and New Products
Glass Patterns Quarterly Feature—Beadmaking 1997
By Linda Raymer
An article describing the experiences of beadmakers Shari Maxson Hopper, Kevin O’Grady, Kristina Logan, Patricia Frantz, Al Janelle, and Heather Trimlett. Also included are Bandhu Scott Dunham, Pati Walton, Loren Stump, Sara Creekmore, Nancy Pilgrim, Linda Burnett, Nancy Goodenough, George O’Grady, and Brian Kervliet. Photographs of beads created by these artists highlight the article.
Art Glass Boxes
Design by Dave Burnett, Mark Wallace, and Pam Wallace
A 6" x 9" x 2" floral rectangular or 1-5/8" square solid-colored art glass box constructed with copper foil. The smaller box can be a ring box or candleholder. The larger box has a clear beveled top covered with a spray of wildflowers and a butterfly.
Etched Ornaments
Design by Armour Products
A set of Christmas ornaments created with Armour products Rub ’N Etch and Armour Etch glass etching cream. Designs are etched onto glass bevels of various shapes. Simple and quick projects that make great gifts. |