Creative Glass Fusing Without the Furnace: A Creative Handbook for DIY Glass Art Using Microwave Kilns
Create stunning fused glass art at home-no traditional kiln required.
Discover the art of glass fusing using a microwave kiln with Creative Glass Fusing Without the Furnace, a practical, beginner-friendly handbook designed for artists, hobbyists, and DIY creators who want professional results without expensive equipment.
This comprehensive guide walks you step by step through everything you need to know to safely and successfully fuse glass using a standard household microwave. Whether you're brand new to glass art or expanding your creative skills, this book gives you the confidence to design, cut, fuse, slump, and finish beautiful glass pieces from your own workspace.
Inside, you'll learn:
How microwave glass kilns work-and how to use them safely
Which glass types are compatible and how to avoid cracking or breakage
Essential tools, workspace setup, and safety best practices
Proven cutting, scoring, layering, and fusing techniques
Beginner, intermediate, and advanced projects-including coasters, tiles, bowls, wall art, jewelry, and functional home d cor
How to work with frit, stringers, dichroic, opalescent, and specialty glass
Troubleshooting tips to fix bubbles, cracks, and uneven fusing
Design guidance to help you develop your own artistic style
Unlike traditional kiln guides, this book focuses on accessible creativity-short firing times, minimal equipment, and projects that fit real home environments. Clear explanations, structured chapters, and practical tips make learning enjoyable and achievable.
Whether you want to make gifts, start a creative side hobby, or explore fused glass as an art form, Creative Glass Fusing Without the Furnace gives you the skills and inspiration to turn glass into expressive, functional art-right from your microwave.
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