Borosilicate Beads of Nature

Item Name:

Borosilicate Beads of Nature

SKU:

BK65

Description:

Borosilicate Beads of Nature is a comprehensive instructional guide authored by Gail Crossman Moore and published by Jim Kervin. This 33-page softcover book measures 8.5 inches by 11 inches and features clear, well-illustrated instructions for creating a variety of glass beads using borosilicate glass. The book covers essential bead-making techniques including the construction of glass shank buttons, scarab beads, and fumed spiral beads. A key feature of this guide is its detailed explanation of the differences between soft glass and borosilicate glass, helping beadmakers understand the unique properties and working characteristics of borosilicate materials. The book was published in 2006 with ISBN 978-0974262154.

How it is used:

This instructional guide serves as a foundational resource for beadmakers transitioning from soft glass to borosilicate or those seeking to expand their technical repertoire. Beadmakers use this book to learn step-by-step techniques for shaping and forming borosilicate beads at the torch. The comprehensive illustrations guide the reader through the process of heating, shaping, and annealing borosilicate beads, with particular emphasis on the slower cooling requirements of borosilicate compared to soft glass. The book is especially valuable for understanding how to work with the higher melting point of borosilicate glass and how to create consistent, durable beads. Beadmakers reference this guide when developing their skills in button-making, scarab bead creation, and spiral bead techniques that showcase the unique properties of borosilicate glass.

Dimensions:

• 8.5 inches by 11 inches
• 33 pages