Studio fenton is a new grouping of very limited glass creations, made by noted designers in the field of art glass. Shop forand learn aboutantique and vintage fenton glass and art glass. In this outstanding new collection of 78 royaltyfree designs, stainedglass artist harry e. Info amazon book fenton art glass patterns 19391980. This fenton art glass site is dedicated to the fenton collectors and maintained by fellow fenton fanatics. All patterns are printed on heavy cardstock and 3 hole punched to place in a binder. Zimmerman presents a wealth of excellent renderings that are very workable for a variety of stained glass projects.
A very rare item pictured on page 58 of fenton rarities. Fenton glass, the first twentyfive years published 1978 by william heacock. Fused glass is an object or artwork that is made up of layers of glass that have been melted together in a kiln. While most are out of print, they can often be found on ebay or at as used books. Today were presenting the collection of 50 glass painting pattern ideas and designs. Fenton glass 101 a beginners guide to collecting ruby. Fenton peach crest vase that was made with the mould as the devilbiss atomizer from the 1940s. Fenton did not manufacturer glass until 1907 a year after the williamstown, wv plant was built. Find the perfect deal for pink fenton art glass with free shipping on many items at ebay.
I realize that it is not the correct amount that it is worth today. Collector book, fenton art glass, patterns 19391980, whitmyer, 1999, hc. This book groups similar items by category, such as baskets, bowls, candles, lamps, pitchers, vases, and vanity items. Fenton art glass for more than 100 years, fenton art glass was the largest manufacturer of handmade colored glass in the united states. Victorian stained glass pattern book franklin art glass. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Nature designs stained glass pattern book by harry e. Shes written over 400 articles on antique collecting for the spruce crafts. Stained glass angel, faux stained glass, stained glass designs, stained glass projects, mosaic patterns, stained glass windows, art nouveau. Suitable for use in a myriad of other art and craft projects. Create stained glass flowers, butterflies, birds, bird feeders, planters, lanterns, and mobiles. For beginners, you should try simple patterns which you can paint by your imagination or search on the web for easy patterns. Continuing the legacy of handcrafted fenton art glass.
Masterfully rendered for stained glass work, this exquisite collection of 68 fullpage patterns includes lush baskets, vases, garden flower bouquets, butterflies, birds, and more. Fenton purple amethyst carnival glass hand painted basket. Patterns book fenton 2nd edition book fenton burmese fenton milk glass. Undoubtedly, with the passage of time and proper practice, youll become the expert in glass painting. Shop the latest fenton patterns products from wisdom lane antiques, used2bnewvintage on etsy, motownlostandfound on etsy and more on wanelo, the worlds biggest shopping mall. See more ideas about fenton glassware, glass and fenton glass. Vintage dishes lily of the valley beautiful patterns colored glass blue topaz decorative bowls glass art shapes pyrex. Fenton gift shop has a large selection of vintage and new fenton art glass. Etched glass can add a distinctive look to any home, as well as providing additional privacy and security for the homeowner. Over 4,000 pieces of glass are included, adding 1,000 pieces in this edition. In this outstanding vase, they have collaborated with fenton master glass artisan dave fetty to.
Fenton art glass set of six reference books on fenton art glass. If you are interested in learning about glass fusing, have a glass kiln and are looking for inspiration or if you have fused glass. The fenton art glass company has been in business for over 100 years and is still making glass today in williamstown, wv. Margaret and kenn whitmyers books on fenton art glass have become standards in the field. Fenton glass company started in 1905, when brothers frank and john fenton set up shop in an old glass factory in martins ferry, ohio. Fenton art glass identification and value guide the spruce. Fenton is a small art glass company that creates unique collectible handmade glassware. Early american pattern glass resources reference books. Fenton art glass colors and handdecorated patterns 1939. It was founded in 1905 in ohio by the fenton brothers, whose interest in colored glass produced the highly prized and collectible iridescent glass known as carnival glass. Shop by object type such as decorative shoe, candle holder, figurine. Grow a glass garden and beautify any space with exquisite stained glass art. These two books are published to coincide with the hundredth anniversary celebration of the fenton art glass company in 2005. Well researched with great insight from frank fenton himself, the book provides historical information, company records, and original catalogs.
This book is a revised edition with current collector values and new photographs and catalog reprints. Founded in 1999 by john gager with the help of many fenton fans, the purpose of the site continues to be a community portal for all things fenton art glass. This book covers the founding of the company to early catalog reprints and the depression years. These books are for the creative paradise stand up slumping molds. Fenton art glass company is the largest manufacturer of handmade colored glass in the united states. The fenton art glass company was founded in 1905 by frank l. The below books, in my opinion, provide the best information about the history, patterns, and colors produced by the major makers of carnival glass. If you are thinking about adding to your fenton art glass collection or starting one, then you might have some questions. Fenton art glass catalogs and books fenton art glass. While the book covers the same time period as their second volume, fenton art glass patterns, this volume features items not covered in their previous volumes, with chapters on carnival glass, milk glass, handdecorated items, overlay colors, opalescent glassware, opaque items, transparent glassware, and miscellaneous pieces. All shapes and colors of the entire fenton hobnail production from the late 1930s to the present are covered in fenton art glass hobnail patterns.
We carry stained glass books and patterns from cke, aanraku. Pattern books by theme stained glass supplies delphi glass. The fenton art glass company started out as a decorating company that purchased blanks from glass manufacturers and placed their own decorations on them. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The assortment features an opaque black cat, a standing green penguin, and a pale purple mouse with a smile and outstretched arms. Fenton art glass hobnail milk glass pattern compote. Reseacrh fenton art glass colors and learn more about the history of the fenton art glass company. Fenton in an old glass factory building in martins ferry, ohio. Fenton glass works are renowned for innovative glass colors as well as handpainted decorations on pressed and blown glassware. Shop fenton gift shop for unique gifts for all occasions. There are 6 patterns in each book with full size cutting and fusing patterns. I have alot of fenton glass and i have wondered what the value of it is.
If you are looking for one book, especially if you are a beginning collector, then the book you should buy or borrow is. Their initial business model was to paint glass blanks supplied by other manufacturers, but when the brothers ran into supply. Included is a fenton glass carnival pattern guide and a. Fenton glass company started in 1905, when brothers frank and john fenton set up.
Art glass collectors worldwide appreciate the cameo artistry of kelsey murphy and robert bomkamp. With its classic design and gorgeous collectible appeal, this fenton art glass compote will become an instant favorite in your collection. Gallery glass brand diy craft supplies plaid online. Animals and figurines non decorated thumbprint colonial green. New fenton art glass by debbie coe hardcover book english free shipping. Pamela is an antique expert and the author of three books on the subject. Along with the instructional guide he has also developed his continuing assortment of design books to help get your portfolio started.
Fenton art glass colors and handdecorated patterns 19391980. Now they have compiled a third volume for their series, fenton art glass colors and handdecorated patterns. It does not include as the title indicates the very beginning of fenton glass but regardless, its an excellent book for a buyer or collector. Fenton art glass colors and handdecorated patterns, 19391980. It picks up where the authors first fention volume left off, this time concentrating on the years 1939 to 1980. Baskets, cranberry glass, crested ware, and the hobnail pattern all debut in the late 1930s. Doodle coloring mandala coloring pages adult coloring pages coloring books mosaic glass glass art.
Easily create the look of stained glass create the elegant beauty of classic stained glass easily and inexpensively with decorating favorite, gallery glass. Fenton glass information from the virtual glass museum. The company still makes some products in williamstown, west virginia, while a different company continues to use many of the original molds. In fenton art glass, hundreds of pieces are shown in full color, full page, and in explicit detail. We stock a selection of fused glass books for all levels from the beginner to advanced fused glass individual to the professional glass artist. Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account. It contains valuable facts and insight from frank fenton. With such a long and productive company history fenton has made something to make every glass enthusiast a happy collector. Specializing in used books, outofprint books, used text books, collectible books, and other hardtofind books. Now they have compiled a third volume for their series, fenton art glass colors and handdecorated patterns, 1939 1980. Hobnail blue opalescent hobnail french opalescent hobnail cranberry opalescent thumbprint ruby. Unclear whether these vases were sold by devilbiss, but they were never in the regular fenton line. This revised edition of fenton art glass patterns showcases thousands of pieces in color with many original catalog reprints. Fenton art glass patterns 19391980, 2nd edition, identification.
This is an unused colorful catalog showing fenton releases for the year 1997. There are so many patterns and this book helps us identify the differing patterns as well as the colors that each item was produced. Glass artist howard lee, has put together an informational step by step instructional guide to aid in mastering this unique art form. Antique and vintage fenton glass and art glass collectors weekly. Frank l fenton and his brother john decided to open their own glassworks in 1905, based on franks seven years experience working for other glassworks. There are many great books on fenton available that show patterns. The talented craftspeople at fenton also create beautiful jewelry with hand applied artistic decorations on the handmade art glass beads. It shows in beautiful colored photographs all of the different types of products fenton has made over the years. While the book covers the same time period as their second volume, fenton art glass patterns, this volume features items not covered in their previous volumes, with chapters on. Fenton begins producing handcrafted art glass jewelry using many of the classic fenton colors and glassmaking techniques, including vasa murrhina and carnival. A centennial of glass making 19072007 and beyond this greatly expanded and revised edition includes beautiful glassware from every decade of fenton production, making this the only book highlighting fentons glassmaking diversity for over 105 years. All previously scheduled classes, events, and programs are cancelled.