Following are four articles of interest to beginning glass beadmakers. All have been written by people with extensive knowledge and experience, and contain important information for those of you thinking of getting started in this fascinating art.

The first article is excerpted from the International Society of Glass Beadmakers educational standards guide, and focuses on what a student should be looking for before taking an introductory beadmaking class, entitled "Before You Begin"

The second article was written by Barbara Robinson of the Australian Glass Beadmakers Society, and examines the requirements for setting up a basic lampworking studio, entitled "So, you want to make Glass Beads?"

The third article was written by Stan Wolfersberger, an ISGB member, and details the major safety issues entitled "What are the Safety Issues associated with Glass Beadmaking?"

The fourth article was written by Mike Aurelius, owner of Aura Lens Products, Inc., and covers the basic issues of eye protection for lampworkers, entitled "Glassworker Filter Recommendations"