Glass for a beautiful home

The Arts and Crafts Movement sought to fight industrialization but, as *Glass for a Beautiful Home* reveals, technology does not have to be feared as a monster that devours all artistic skills. Technology can add new dimensions to our creative lives. Because of modern innovations, the ancient art of the stained glass artist is no longer confined to the expert glazier in the glass studio. Now, the individual craftsman has the opportunity to practise this art in the home workshop. **Glass for a Beautiful Home** gives detailed instructions on how to construct your own stained glass with project courses in making simple light catchers and mobiles, panels for windows and doors and lampshades. There is also a practical chapter on renovation and restoration. These technical lessons in the craft of stained glass are accompanied by notes towards a deeper appreciation of the eccentric, subtle effects of decorative, coloured glass and the artistic aims of the glazier. The modern role of stained glass in twentieth century architecture is analyzed and the authors combine historical approaches with contemporary developments into concepts which will improve and enhance your own home. Matthew Lloy