Detailed, First-Person Perspective Glass Bead Making / Lampwork Tutorials. The goal of this FREE video series is to simulate a one-on-one glass bead making lesson. From beginner to advanced, we examine in detail the glass bead making process; From tips on lighting the torch, holding the mandrel and introducing the glass rod to the flame, to suggestions on how to consistently form a good base bead, pull stringer, make different bead shapes, encasement of beads, create cabochons and MORE. TONS of useful tips for beginning bead makers!
Tim James is a glass bead maker and instructor. He lives in Tuscany, Italy with his jewelry designer wife Lily. He has been working with glass since 2002 and teaching glass bead making since 2005. Tim is available for 1-on-1 glass bead making lessons in his Tuscany studio.