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This highly detailed guide contains everything the beginner needs to know to make beautiful basic stained glass projects -- presented with lavish colour illustrations and precise instructions that eliminate the guesswork from each step-by-step activity. Expert techniques and tips for cutting and polishing glass, tracing patterns, soldering, and more are explained with the beginner in mind. Included is an indispensable section on tools and materials used to make each of the pieces -- from classic flat-panel creations to a Tiffany-style lamp. Other topics: setting up a good workspace, safety guidelines, and project variations. ... Read more

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How I learned to cut stained glass
I purchased this book only to learn how to cut stained glass. The book was easy to read and had plain and simple examples of how to cut stained glass. I was trying to do a stepping stone and didn't need to know anything else about working with stained glass. However, I will say that browsing through the rest of the book that I believe the book would be helpful if I had wanted to learn more aspects of working with stained glass. I like how the book is spiral bound so that I was able to set it open next to the project I was working on. All the pictures were very clear in showing you exactly what to do next.

Excellent Beginner Book and Rfresher for Those Coming Back
I haven't done stained glass in years and years. I decided to do a quick refresher and to make sure my skills and supplies were current. This book was perfect and assured me of exactly the tools i need to replace or keep.

No Copying Permission
Although the content of this book is clearly written and comprehensive, imagine my chagrin when I visited my local copy store and was refused service when I requested that the lesson pattern pages be copied. Directions for enlargement and type of paper to be used were printed right on the pages,but permissions were not secured to allow purchasers to use the patterns pages (which are intregal to the lessons) without getting permission from the publisher. Ridiculous!!!

Closest thing to being in class!
Excellent photos and descriptions.I was blessed to attend classes from Michael Johnston (author) in Harrisburg.Mike is a patient man who loves his craft as much as he wants you to do your best.This book is one you will want to keep close for references; just having it on your shelf makes you more confident.Looking forward to the next book!

Stained Glass Book
This is a great book for learning to make stained glass.It doesn't get any easier than this. ... Read more

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Finely rendered line drawings, based on photographs of authentic Victorian and Edwardian era designs, depict lovely floral and foliate motifs, a remarkable array of geometrics, transitional designs showing Art Nouveau influence and much more—all in a wide range of sizes and shapes.
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Traditional stained glass patterns
Just as it says, give you a lot of ideas and patterns you can adapt to fit your windows.

Jeff's review
The cover gives 14 color examples. The 78 pages are packed with
an average of 8 black and white outlines to a page.
This is a lot of ideas but would be challenging to enlarge for
pattern making. A limited range of symetric styles are divided
into four groups.

Design by eras/styles
This book is not my cup of tea, but it's great for someone who's looking for a design from a certain era. The book is broken down by the different eras or styles: Victorian Geometric, Art Nouveau, Victorian Floral, Edwardian, and 1920's. All the designs have a lot of horizontal and vertical lines in them. Also, it's all in black and white so you have to use your imagination to color it. The back of the front cover and back cover has examples in color.

Stained Glass Designs from Dover
This is an excellent resource book for stained glass artisans.It has a variety of styles and eras in easy to duplicate drawings.Projects range from easy to intricate, designs (in some instances) can be mixed and matched.

Dover has a good selection of stained glass books which provide wonderful references to many and varied types of stained glass design.

Helpful!
I've been looking for ideas for simple patterns; this book helped me a lot! ... Read more

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The Stained Glass Garden: projects and patterns.
Fantastic book with delicious projects of objects in glass, to decorate or to give. Very well explained and with good photographies. Very advisable.

The Stained Glass Garden
Nice book, clear pictures, glossy pages, good ideas.Most of the projects are large and time consuming.Need to have other talents to make a few of the projects, eg need to be able to work with copper pipe, (cut, solder).A book more for advanced craftspeople.

Stained Glass Garden
This book has the most amazing garden projects for the stained glass & garden lover.There are so many cool projects it will keep you busy for a long time.I made the tulip torches and hope to make several other projects.Every stained glass commrade I've shown this book to has to have it, or they already do. Its well worth the money.

Need Lots of Supplies
Instructions were great, photos were beautiful......but we don't live in a huge town and found that the supplies needed weren't readily available and very expensive to
purchase and be brought in...other than that we thoroughly enjoyed the book.

What took you so long?
The book is great! The projects look like a lot of fun. However I think it took way too long to arrive. The cost was withdrawn from our account almost three weeks befor it arrived. A friend also got a copy; hers arrived within a week. ... Read more

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Build on the basic stained glass making skills you already possess. With straightforward text and a wealth of colour photos, this book will show you how to master more advanced stained glass making techniques such as: making complex cuts with a table saw and repeating cuts with a jig system, making and installing hinges, foiling glass jewels and nuggets, creating and fastening mosaic pieces, using a lamp jig, applying patinas to lead and zinc, installing reinforcing wire properly - all skills that will allow you to expand your creative horizons. It also offers step-by-step instructions for creating a tabletop box, a large hanging lampshade, and a decorative mosaic - along with a host of expert advice on how to improve your stained glass making skills. ... Read more

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Book was adissapointment,
OK.. I admit I purchased this book simply based on the title. This was a mistake. The price was cheap enough and I was shipped it on time and it arrived in excellent condition. 2 stars for shipping, service and price via Amazon.As for the book itself, I was hoping to find some advanced projects and stained glass cutting and assembly technique information. The information seemed to me to be a bit dated and the project and examples used uninteresting. While the book did offer a few things beyond the basis, there was nothing here that would cause me to recommend it for someone looking beyond the basis.
A 3 stars rating hereis generous.

Beyond Basic Stained Glass Book
This book is fantastic!I love the step by step pictures and the detailed instructions.I have purchased other stained glass making books but this is by far the best one. I look forward to making some of his projects because he makes it look so easy.

Beautiful book
Very nice layout, easy to follow instructions. Love the binding. Looking forward to the projects.I would recommend this book to anyone interested in stained glass.

A good addition for your stained glass library
This is a very good book with outstanding photography and functional book binding. The basic skills reviewed are a bit redundant and don't advance the readers knowledge very far but it is a good review for beginner stained glass artists. The author should consider writing another book which assumes basic skill sets and focus on taking the reader further into advanced techniques and project design.

Beyond Basic Stained Glass Making
Excellent book which includes techniques, tools and tips to improve the stained glass beginners abilities. It also has very good pictures by Alan Wycheck. ... Read more

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Exceptional as a basic beginning instructional book as well as for slightly more advanced beginners
I'm an artist and a designer who decided I wanted to try my hand at creating stained glass for a change. I took a couple of classes to learn the basic technical aspects of working with glass, the cutter, the foil and the soldering iron. Then I decided I needed a book to read on the subject, to keep as a tool for future reference. I checked on Amazon but found so many different stained glass books, I decided to check the library before buying one.

I found three different books there: "Stained Glass Basics" by Rich, Mitchell, Ward; "The Stained Glass Classroom" by Payne, and "How to Work With Stained Glass", third edition by Isenberg. I'm 'old-fashioned'. I like to do 'hands on' with books before I buy them, since I tend to purchase many books. That's what the library is for. I check them out, read through them, see 'up close' what's in the books and then, if I really like them, order them. If not, I haven't wasted my money.

"Stained Glass Basics" by Rich, Mitchell, Ward is the best, followed closely by "The Stained Glass Classroom" by Payne. "The Stained Glass Classroom" is really a beginners book with very simple easy to do projects, patterns, directions and overall good information. Just enough to whet your appetite for stained glass without being too complex. Both are in full color with plenty of closeup pictures to illustrate the information, showing the tools used, projects to make using the line drawings for patterns and measurements, a list of what is needed for each and full page color pictures of the finished pieces.

Additionally, "Stained Glass Basics" has a plethora of black and white line drawings showing various storage stands for tools and equipment that can be made to assist you in the process of creating works of art in stained glass. "Basics" shows full color pictures in the back of all the various larger more complex projects that can be created by a more advanced person, once they have learned the basics. It is loaded with full color pictures of more designer oriented completed projects, both by the authors and by a number of highly skilled stained glass artists, who they give thanks and credit to listed in the back of the book. There are simple and advanced projects along with the line drawings and measurements included so you can reproduce these using a wide variety of glass, and other objects to incorporate into your selected design.

The only problem that I had with "Basics" is the typefont is small and printed in grey rather than in black, making the type font difficult to read. But the information is better laid out with both techniques and projects for beginners as well as techniques and project to use for more advanced users. After taking my last class and after checking out all three of these books, I ordered the "Stained Glass Basics" by Rich, Mitchell, Ward,to use as my primary reference. For me, it gives me all the information I wanted both for a follow-up for the basics as well as ideas for making my own equipment for greater expansion of creativity in my studio. It gives me directions and ideas for more complex designs, Technical Tips which are invaluable, working with both foil and came, working with nuggets, leading grids, working with smooth soldering beads on heavily textured glass, incorporating found objects in my work, etc.

"Stained Glass Basics" is simply my book of choice which I will keep handy as my 'go to' book for all my stained glass work.

As for 'How To Work In Stained Glass" by Isenberg, it is very dated going back to 1972. It uses only 16 full color pages showing old examples of work, produced years ago, in stained glass, which, by the vary nature of stained glass, is not going to do anything visually to inspire the reader to take on the process of learning how to create stained glass or understand the topic. Color sells and people don't learn about stained glass by looking at small, old, dated black and white poorly reproduced photos. The book contains some history on the art of stained glass, though it does not go back beyond the Gothic Age, 12th-14th century and stained glass was used long before this, historically. It gives an overview of 'all things stained glass' and includes some brief paragraghs on the Victorian Period and the Tiffany Era, but says or gives nothing more than passing mention about Tiffany, LaFarge or Durand, all very famous stained glass artists of their time. The book is technically written and literally covers all things glass, including dichroic glass, drawings of every size and shape of lead came along with the names and forms and measurements, how to fit the lead came stained glass window into its position, even includes information on the use of carbon paper in layers for making your copies, which is a clear indication of the age of this publication. It gives you step-by-step detailed instruction for making lamps, but again, only using small black and white photos. It discusses painting on glass, the basic equipment needed by an artist who is painting on the stained glass, formulas, etc, along with line drawings and patterns of a couple of religious figures that can be dublicated. It is complex in its details of instructions, difficult to interpret in many cases, unless you are a highly skilled glass crafts person. The photography is of no help because, again, it is so poorly done. I was not impressed. Unless I had the time to sit down and put a great deal of time and energy into just studying this book to the exclusion of everything else, I would not purchase it or recommend it.

Self Taught Stained Glass
This is THE single best stained glass available!I was able to teach myself to do glass with the help of this book and used it to advance to an intermediate level of competency.It begins with one project that you can choose to make either by the copper foil (my choice) or leaded came method.After completing this, it presents additional projects that are quite nice, some more challenging than others, with hints on how to progress over various challenges.Wonderful photography, clear explanations, good methodology.I haven't seen it's equal.

Nice photos, but...
Years ago I took a beginner's class at a local community college, then raising a family took my time. My tools and glass sat packed away for years, now the kids are grown and I am starting out as a beginner for a second time. Once again I am taking a class and wanted a book to supplement my learning and practicing at home. The photography is very striking, the best part of the book. Instructions are very basic. I am doing copper foil and hoped to find more tips on how to correct foiling mistakes. If I hadn't done some soldering, the instructions would have seemed very vague. I have read over the lead glass techniques, which I have not learned yet, and I am truly lost, can't make any sense of the directions. Consider this a bare bones introductory book, and once you become more proficient through other sources, perhaps return to it to recreate some of the patterns.

Way simplified
There's one thing you have to say for this book.It doesn't give you more information than you need.In fact, it doesn't give you a lot of information at all.However, the real truth about doing stained glass art at its most basic is that it really is a very simple process.The most complex Tiffany window is really a reiteration of the basic copper foil technique carried to magnificent extreme.Therefore, once you master the basic skill set of cutting, grinding, foiling, and soldering--you will be able to do great things.The only limit is your budget and your imagination.

The good news is that once you are set up with a few basic tools--and the only really expensive one is your grinder, which can be purchased for under $100--all you really need is glass, and glass is not nearly as expensive as I thought it would be.It averages around $5.00 a pound, and in most cases, a pound is a piece that measures about a square foot.I've been sticking to glass in the $3.50 a pound range, and have made some pretty cool stuff.

The projects in this book are the real problem.There are no full-size patterns.There are just pale little outlines, which say things like "enlarge to 375%" and give no directions about assembly, only a few tips.Most have no guidance whatsoever about what kind of glass to use.They really are just suggestions.Your local glass shop is packed with project books, but though they are in fact little more than pamphlets, they are extremely expensive--$17.95 and up.Puleeeze.The best thing to do for a beginner is to draw out some simple diagrams on graph paper and just start cutting.Don't overthink this thing or you will become so intimidated you will never get started.Buy some glass and don't be afraid to break it.Practice cutting and grinding on some Spectrum glass--beautiful and inexpensive--and you be surprised how quickly you progress past this book.

I would recommend this book to a rank beginner, but I would also recommend that somebody out there write an up to date, useable instruction manual with real directions.

Gives great visuals, a boon for newbies!
After I began taking a stained glass class, I ran to the library and the bookstore. My instructor is good, but he's only one opinion. I must have looked at a dozen books, but this is one of the two that I brought home. I'm certainly glad I did.

Like many such books, there are three sections: basic techiques, projects, and a gallery that shows what you can do (but offers no instruction -- just an ooh-ahh opportunity).

The strength of this inexpensive book is in an exhaustive series of photos. They don't just tell you, they SHOW you. Other books might give you one picture or drawing to explain how to cut an inside curve; this one has three. With clearly numbered instructions and five photos, it's easy to see how to, say, make and attach hooks to your project. And, unlike any other stained glass book I examined, this one explains how to make minor repairs, such as what to do when you crack a piece of glass after you soldered it into place.

Speaking of projects, these are lovely. None of them are dorky. They start out with lots of instruction -- 9 pages for the first lead came project -- and give less and less. At the end, they present a simple lamp with two variations, on a single page; clearly, they expect that you've worked up to a level of expertise where you don't need quite as much assistance. It might be a bummer if I wanted to jump ahead.

I'm glad that I'm taking a hands-on class in stained glass; there's no question that the one-on-one instruction is minimizing the number of mistakes I'm making. However, this excellent book is a great reference for the information that was unclear or which didn't stick in my head. I'm glad it's in my library. You should get it for yours, too. ... Read more

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Splendor in the Glass; Creating Stained Glass Beyond the Ordinary, certainly lives up to it's name! Not your ordinary, ho-hum, tired out, worn out, over done, been-there-done-that, future yard sale project book! This delightful, 120 page, fact filled book, with over 23 full-color, uniquely different projects (there's no conventional theme here) and over 45 Design, Color, and Tech tips inspires exploration, experimentation, and nonconformity in your design process.
Holly Stedman has enjoyed stained glass crafting for over twenty years. While Holly creates her own designs, most of her friends involved in glass are married to pattern books, claiming they aren't creative, don't know what they want, or just don't know where or how to begin. Splendor in the Glass helps those design and make stained glass like they have never before - and love it! While the projects presented may be reproduced, (scaled patterns are included) you are continually encouraged to detach from the printed pattern and improvise, modify and expand your thinking. Consider these projects as a starting point from which to create your own special masterpieces. It's refreshing to read the engaging, candid narrative included with each project. How, why, who, or what actually inspired each piece, and hurdles or problems encountered during fabrication are shared in a fun, non-tecky, conversational tone.
Splendor in the Glass will be sure to stimulate and help develop your creative ability; takes out the dregs, and adds the fun in creating designs beyond the ordinary. ... Read more

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inspiring
This is a great book for those looking for some new and innovative stained glass ideas.Even if you don't use the patterns in the book, it will inspire you to think outside the box.Very artistic, not your run of the mill pattern book.A great addition to your glass pattern library. ... Read more

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Discover the artist within and create beautiful stained glass

Beautiful stained glass isn't reserved solely for church windows-it can be used to create intricate patterns in home windows, decorate cabinet doors, patio doors, ceilings, skylights, mirrors, lighting fixtures, garden decorations, and much more. Stained Glass For Dummies provides all the information you need to express your creativity and spruce up your home with this timeless art. You'll get a full range of art glass instruction, from traditional leaded stained glass to hot glass-working techniques.

• Gorgeous full-color design throughout
• Includes designs for creating your own stained glass pieces
• Hands-on, easy-to-follow exercises help you perfect your skills

Packed with practical guidance on everything from obtaining supplies to working safely, Stained Glass For Dummies is the perfect guide for beginner and novice artists and artisans who want to try a hand at this centuries-old art. ... Read more

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This collection of lively Q&A interviews with key contemporary female religious leaders focuses not only on the discrimination faced by women in religion, but documents the emerging leadership of women in several faith traditions. ... Read more

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Eight holiday images—snowman, stocking, bell, tree, Santas, toys—that produce lovely effects when colored and hung near light.
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Not bad
Not bad, you get what you pay for.They're tiny, and while fun to color, not a spectacular deal by any means.Plus I thought they'd be more transparent than they actually were.Still a cute activity, and the 4 for 3 promo is nice.

Little "Stained Glass"Christmas Book
This little coloring book is great. You don't have to be an artist to get good results. Really cute, and a bargain. Bought several more, different kinds. Holiday ones are best.

Fun for everyone
This was our first stained glass coloring book and the whole family enjoyed it.The paper is thick and smooth and lovely to color with markers or crayons. The designs are simple enough for young children to color but adults can embellish them with shading, etc. Often the kids would lose interest after about 30-40 minutes but the adults would keep on coloring.We have since much enjoyed the Tiffany book as well.

Great activity
Used during a school club (6th-8th). Kids loved it. Used markers, both permanent and washable. Takes about 20-25 minutes to completely color a page. ... Read more

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Cover and title are misleading
Based on the cover, I was so excited to find a book with new (more modern and tasteful) ways to pattern stained glass.Not so.ONLY the design on the cover can be considered creative and modern.All the rest are common abstracts, geometrics, repetitive plant patterns, more abstacts and geometrics, tulip like designs, more abstacts and geometrics, a too-cutesy-for-my-taste basket designed mirror, and some dopey animal patterns.The only design worthwhile is the one on the cover.Buy at your own risk.

Disappointed
I took a class on stained glass many years ago and didn't find much new or exciting within the covers of this book.
Based upon the cover photo and title I was expecting a book full of interesting new techniques or projects. I was disappointed to find that only the one on the cover met that expection for me.

One more book for the beginner
I am teaching myself stained glass--foil method and this was yet one more book to help me master this craft.

Stained Glass Modern Designs and Simple Techniques
Great book for basic instructions and classic simple designs.Highly recommend for reference and tips, very easy to follow with illustrations.

Great for beginners & intermediate
I am a beginner in stained glass & have enjoyed the book very much.I find the technique information very helpful & detailed.The photos are great and give the reader the needed visuals to help you understand well the technique or what the finished product should look like.I am very glad I purchased the book.MC California ... Read more

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Enter a mysterious realm inhabited by fire-breathing dragons and ancient sorcerers as you color 16 boldly drawn illustrations. Use crayons, felt-tip pens, or other media to transform portraits of bearded sorcerers astride fearsome beasts, in long robes and pointy hats reading books, sharing the company of wide-eyed owls, and more. For a finishing touch, place each stained glass-like vignette near a source of bright light and watch it glow with life.
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Well done....
This book has wonderful pictures in it, from dragons to wizards. It is much more than just a coloring book. Very pleased and do recommend it for all ages.

My relaxation
I loved this book. the pictures are suitable to hang in windows or glass doors and the pictures really reflect the light.I recomend this for all ages who love art.

Beautiful coloring book
I bought this for my son who loves to draw.The pictures are simply beautiful and it is a unique way to produce a coloring book. ... Read more

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Designs featuring specially cut glass that captures and refracts light. Floral, geometric, animal, Art Nouveau, Victorian motifs in varied shapes. Create mirrors, mobiles, door panels, etc.
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highly reccomended
Nice photos with clear instructions, including all mm sizes of glass bevels for ordering glass to completeeach pattern; something which other books do NOT always offer

bevels and jewels in stained glass
The patterns are simple and simplistic.Not something I will want to work with.

Was hoping for more.

Stain
stain glass is my favorite and I look at this book long ago when I am little. This book is really good for stain glass projects.

All designs need to be enlarged
The only reason I gave this book a 4 is all designs need to be enlarged, and there are no pictures of the finished designs.

Below is a portion of the publisher's note within the book, that will give you some good information.

"Bevels and glass jewels add sparkling points of interest to any stained glass project.This book includes 83 floral, geometric, bird, butterfly, fish, Art Nouveau and Victorian style patterns that have been specially designed to highlight the faceted and shaped glass pieces that appear within them.The patterns appear in square, rectangular, circular, octagonal and free-form shapes and can be used for lightcatchers, door and window panels, box tops and glass projects.Bevels and jewels are no more difficult to incorporate into a pattern than regular stained glass sections."

Later in this same section they go on further about the contents of the book.

"The illustrations on pages 4-7 show the true size (and in some cases two views) of all the bevels and jewels that appear within the patterns on pages 8-64.The patterns, however, appear within the book at half their actual size and will need to be xeroxed at a 200% enlargement in order for the bevels and jewels to fit.The measurements that are printed next to each pattern give the dimensions to which it will be enlarged when doubled in size."

My impressions of the book, as I just received it are positive. There are some pretty nice designs inside from the tradition looking door insert types to some pretty intricate bird, fish and flower designs. None except for the cover are shown as a picture, all are sketches and drawings. Inside both covers are drawings with suggested colors of 11 of the designs within, but the rest only have the patterns in black and white. All patterns have other patterns on the back side.

Some details are:

8 butterfly designs (some with flowers)

3 birds

3 fish

7 flowers (distinctly flowers and not stylized geometric renditions)

The bulk of the book, is stylized flower or geometric designs. Really neat looking ones.This is not surprising as the bevels and jewels are limited to specific geometric shapes.

All in all a decent book. ... Read more

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boldly outlined motifs, based on actual Tiffany designs, include lovely pastoral landscapes, lush florals, birds, a ship in full sail and other attractive images. Original subjects reproduced in full color on covers. Hang finished designs in windows or near light source to provide a lovely decorative accent.
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Wonderful Activity
As others have said, this is so much more than a coloring book. I have a serious illness that really limits me and the time that I spent coloring these added so much to my days plus the fact that I could then display them so that I could look at them over and over. I have a wall that I displayed them on along with other stained glass designs that I love to look at. It is definitely a great book to add to any collection.

coloring book
I use watercolor in these books. I've made some beautiful suncatchers with "my" artwork from this book.

Jeff's review
The book presents 16 color images on its covers.
The patterns on 16 pages are translucent black and
white patterns suitable for enlarging 300-800%.
The "coloring book" misnomer disguises the books use
for serious stained glass makers.

Loved It
This coloring book is so beautiful, you might be afraid to color on it. The artwork is wonderful and detailed, and it's a great book for older children and adults.

love this
I love stained glass. I think the stained glass coloring books are fantastic. This one has so many wonderfull designs in it. Glad to have added it to my collection. ... Read more

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This revised edition of Stained Glass Boxes contains full-size pattern templates for 34 glass box projects in sizes ranging from mini ring boxes to themed storage boxes. The 8 page how-to section has been revised and expanded to guide you through the fabrication process. These projects are complete with full-sizes patterns, a material list, and a degree of difficulty evaluation. Assembly techniques, including detail hinge installation are covered in a step-by-step photographic lesson section. ... Read more

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Great book for box-making
This is a great book to help you with stained glass box making.There are alot of patterns for boxes that can be enlarged or reduced.There are also some detailed instruction on the web to help you even further. (See [...]-Be sure to see parts 1 & 2.) The only "con" with this book is that its out-of-date with older styled boxes.But just use your imagination and you can come up with some great looks of your own!

Stained Glass Boxes
Great Book, clear patterns and photographs.Box patterns, can be easily
enlarged to desired size.There's a pattern for nearly every taste and
construction is not overly difficult.A must for box enthusiasts.

Purchased for Sister-in-Law
She is into stained glass work and said this book was ideal for her needs.

Patterns for Stained Glass Boxes - easy to follow
The book has clear cut instructions and patterns that can be copied easily.The boxes are graded according to ability in doing glass and has recommendations for color and finishing.

Very comprehensive and easy to use.

Patterns for Stained Glass Boxes
I found the book to be very helpful in ideas. As always we would like more detailed info. I would buy the book again. ... Read more

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"Prairie Designs..." is a book of 56 original designs by Alex Spatz in the Prairie School of design, which was started by Frank Lloyd Wright.It has designs in circles, rectangles and free-form shapes, in varying complexities for hobbyists of different levels. ... Read more

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I was disipointed
I was disipointed in this book, however I blaim myself for not reading who designed the designs of the illustrations.I was under the impression that the word original ment by F.L.W's originals. The illustrations are all very nice, however they lack color suggestions and any hint of where they may have been used.

Good resource book
This is a good book for someone wanting to do period stained glass work for their house or for just doing stained glass.

Very good ilustrations of Praire Design examples
The book is very useful for the ones who want start on the Praire Design stained glass technique very popular on Frank Lloyd Wright's praire houses.

Prairie Designs for Stained Glass Windows
I am a fan of the Arts and Crafts Movement in the United States, as exemplified in Mission and Prairie designs.I used this book to assist me in designing tile and mosaic murals using themes from the Arts and Crafts period.With a little time, a copy machine, and some colored pencils, you can make some original designs for use in your own home or business.

Nice Designs But No Photos of Finished Projects
This book has some very nice designs, but I was disappointed that there were no photographs of completed projects.I am not very familiar with the prairie style, so I would have liked getting some suggestion from thedesigner as to possible colors, textures, and layout.A few of thepatterns have shading (10 out of 48) to suggest color layouts, but ofcourse the design I wanted to make was not shaded (Murphy's Law I guess). ... Read more

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Brief Info on Book
Large paperback, 143 pps, over 140 illustrations
A lovely book giving a terrific overview of stained glass, with an emphasis on modern and contemporary works.

Comprehensive overview of stained glass
This is a beautiful and comprehensive book on the art of stained glass from its origin through today. Both the religious masterpieces of the world and modern art glass are covered in detail.

The roots of stained glassare traced to the discovery of glass itself and the early ways of coloringit and methods of forming it, with stained glass as we know it appearingaround the eleventh century.

The development of stained glass into abrilliant and dramatic art form is illustrated with magnificent examplesfrom Saint Chapelle, Chartres, Canterbury and Cologne among others.

Muchof the book, however, deals with the technical innovation and artisticvariety of 20th century art glass. Many stunning examples by Tiffany,Wright, Chagall and others are presented. ... Read more

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Rich treasury of 60 lovely, copyright-free designs adapted from authentic Tiffany creations: landscape and memorial windows, panels, transoms, skylights, glass screens, and other stained glass projects. Patterns for "Pumpkins and Beets," "The Deep Sea," "Sir Galahad," "Sunset," "Peace," many others. Also practical for varied craft and coloring activities.
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Not a "Pattern" Book
This is not a "pattern" book perse... it is more of a guide book to make your own pattern if you want to use this book to create your own stain glass windows- you will have to take this to a place that will blow up the image for you.Also, you are going to have to guess the colors of many of the "patterns" as there is no color guide for many of the pictures in this book.16 color photos are provided and there are 60 pages of designs.Buyer beware and be conscious of your use intended for this book.*Note: I wanted to use this book for gallery glass products and create a window design on my own windows at home.But I had to get the images blown up to size needed to accomplish this.

Jeff's Review
The pattern book has a color cover showing probable color
choices for 16 windows and black and white outlines to enlarge
for stained glass makers. There are 60 pages of patterns with no
commentary as to original sizes, craft tips nor art highlights.

Some Reviews are Misleading
This book does contain Tiffany window designs which Tiffany created using Tiffany glass not modern glass. They reproduce very well when scanned. I use them in computer application of the designs. The book which has thepostcards is "Tiffany Stained Glass Windows" by Alastair Duncan(ISBN: 0486253368)which I also bought. This book does have some coloredimages and when combined with the Duncan Postcards you can produce somenice images. Fifteen or sixteen of the postcards are images that are alsoin this book. I would suggest buyers consider getting them both.

great projects
If you are into doing windows in the style of Tiffany you need this book...lots of beautiful patterns which can be enlarged at your local copy center. There are color illustrations of many of the patterns which should help in selecting glass but, as usual, the actual glass selection is up toyou. It would be nice if all the glass used was specifically identified(mfgr., cat. no., amount needed, etc.), but hey, then we wouldn't have allthe fun (?) of agonizing over the selection.

The colorized images are attractive.
There are 60 designs, with 16 color images on the front and back cover.The line drawings are difficult to determine the color of glass to use. ... Read more

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Stained Glass Pattern Book
What a wonderful group of designs.
I am sure this book will aid me in preparing for a
100 year wall hanging at my church.
Thanks for the information and the patterns.
I liked your style.
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Outstanding collection of 78 copyright-free motifs focusing on nature themes—the sun, its light appearing through clouds, bamboo plants, long reeds and grasses; floral scenes with birds, small animals, fish, plus many abstract designs, all imbued with the lovely, tranquil lines and rhythms of nature. Varied shapes make the designs adaptable to wide range of projects: windows, panels and sidelights, mirrors, much more.
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Save your money...
I could reiterate what the others have said but I won't make you read it all over again. Trust me, keep looking.

Good Designs but no color guides for clarity
The designs are very good. The problem I see with this book is there no finished designs or color guides. If you are new to stained glass it could be difficult to visualize a finished design. But all in all a good design book.

Interesting designs but the title is misleading
I found some very interesting nature patterns in this book, but almost a fifth of the book contained designs (at least 12) which I found unrecognizable as anything belonging to nature or anything else. If you are into these abstract designs, then this is an added bonus. I was disappointed and would rather have had traditional nature designs as pictured on the cover. ... Read more