Coldworking

[Amy on Salt Spring]

Its long past time that I started learning how to cold work glass beyond grinding and cutting holes. None of my old books that first taught me how to kilnwork have anything about coldworking, nor is there a tutorial here or anywhere else I've looked on the net. Does anyone know a good book which provides basics or is there a class somewhere in the pacific northwest anytime this fall or winter? I'd like to learn the basics but also want to know the advanced techniques.
-Amy

[Jackie Beckman]

I've heard rumors of just such a book - not done yet, however. I'm sure when it is, you'll find out here, Amy. And I think you will find just the class you're looking for in the Pacific Northwest some time around February. I'm sure when the details are finalized, you'll find that info here too. Just hang in there a little while longer.

J

[Brad Walker]

I'm not aware of any book on coldworking, although there are a couple of books on beveling that have some good info (both out of print now, of course). I have heard that Ed Schmid, who has written a couple of glassblowing books, is working on book called "Coldworking Made Tolerable". He lives in Washington state, so you might want to contact him to see if he offers classes: http://www.glassmtn.com/

About the only significant material I can find online is the info on Mike Firth's website: http://users.ticnet.com/mikefirth/coldwork.htm He generally has a fair amount of info, though it's presented haphazardly. If you go to this link, skip down to the bottom of the page, there's more there.

[Brian and Jenny Blanthorn]

Its long past time that I started learning how to cold work glass beyond grinding and cutting holes. None of my old books that first taught me how to kilnwork have anything about coldworking, nor is there a tutorial here or anywhere else I've looked on the net. Does anyone know a good book which provides basics or is there a class somewhere in the pacific northwest anytime this fall or winter? I'd like to learn the basics but also want to know the advanced techniques.
-Amy

I guess a few books could B written on it

Such a lot of different toys 2 play with n then there is the skill needed 2 do it

Some just specialise in wheel engraving 4 instance

What U got in mind ??

Brian

[Amy on Salt Spring]

I was just looking for a tutorial on getting started with each kind of equipment; how to use a sandblaster, a flat bed grinder, a wheel cutter, wet belt sander etc. just so the first time I used them I knew what I was doing and didn't lose any appendages. Brad directed me to a site (thanks Brad) where I did get a bit of a "how to" for the wet belt sander and a link to a site that talks about engraving/wheel cutting a bit. As far as the others things the "more info" link on sandblasting does not connect to any page and I didn't see anything on flat bed grinders. I already knew about the grinding and hole drilling as I've done lots of that. I am either going to get the equipment and try trial and error or take a class, I haven't decided which. I was just hoping there might be a book on coldworking with a bit of everything in it. Might be a good idea for someone to write...
Amy

[slats]

Amy, I agree with you on that!.....I bought a sandblaster , compressor and airbrushing and they are all just waiing to be used but I have no idea how to use them......

[Elizabeth in UK]

The Sandcarver site has a vast amount of info and instructions - get a cup of your favourite beverage and spend some time at http://www.sandcarver.org

[slats]

Much thanks Elizabeth for your contribution. That site was extremely helpful. Bravo!

[Elizabeth in UK]

You're welcome!
For getting answers to specific questions on s/blasting problems you can also sign up for their 'forum' e-list on the website.