Intermediate · 85 minutes
Advanced Glassblowing — Glass Pipes Volume 2
Study inside-out glass, side-car bubblers and downstem sinking with Mufasa in this 85-minute borosilicate glassblowing lesson.
$29 USDExplore lesson →
Original studio instruction · Beginner
Glass Pipe Making for Beginners — Volume 1
Learn what goes on a borosilicate workbench, follow a basic glass pipe taking shape, and compare production and decorative approaches to color-changing glass. Start with this 53-minute original studio lesson.
53-minute full lessonEnglish · Online videoLifetime streaming access
A 3-minute, 56-second preview: the opening introduction, lampworking footage, and demonstrations of different pipe-making styles and their resulting pieces.
The full lesson is approximately 53 minutes. Watch the full preview · Skip to the basic pipe demonstration at 2:09
Skills to study
What you’ll learn
- Recognize the torch, kiln, regulators and hand tools used at a borosilicate workbench.
- Follow the progression from clear tubing to a basic pipe.
- Compare production and artistic approaches to color-changing glass.
Before you begin
Is this the right next step?
No previous lampworking experience is needed to follow the lesson. Before practicing, arrange a suitable studio and learn equipment operation with a qualified instructor.
Practice requires an oxygen-fuel torch, compatible borosilicate glass, suitable tools, an annealing kiln and a properly planned work area. See the equipment guide, studio guide and boro eye protection guide.
Inside the full lesson
What the lesson covers
A topic overview of the original instructional video.
01
The workbench
Glass sourcing, a five-torch comparison, tank storage, ventilation testing, and hand tools.
02
A first piece
Study the artist’s hands, flame and glass as a basic pipe takes shape.
03
Two approaches
See production and decorative pipe-making demonstrations and their finished results.
From the original series
At the artist’s workbench
The original lesson presents production and artistic approaches from the Humboldt Films studio series.
Study the original glassworking demonstrations, pause at a difficult step, then return to the sequence as your own skills develop.
Read about Boro Mastery and the original series →
For current equipment operation and material requirements, use the relevant manufacturer’s instructions alongside the original studio lesson.
Read alongside this lesson
Course questions
Before you press play
Who is this lesson for?
Beginner lampworkers. No previous lampworking experience is needed to follow the lesson. Before practicing, arrange a suitable studio and learn equipment operation with a qualified instructor.
How long is the full lesson?
The full lesson runs approximately 53 minutes. The video on this page is a free preview.
How much does it cost?
Glass Pipe Making for Beginners — Volume 1 costs $24.95 USD as an individual lesson. Check Gumroad checkout for any applicable taxes.
How do I access the full lesson?
Purchase through the Gumroad link on this page, then follow the access link in your receipt to stream the lesson in your browser. Full-video downloads are disabled.
Is there a subscription?
No. This is a one-time purchase with lifetime streaming access and no recurring subscription.
Ready to study your first pipe?
Get the 53-minute Volume 1 lesson for $24.95 USD. One payment, lifetime streaming access, and no subscription. Any applicable tax is shown at Gumroad checkout.
Get Volume 1 — $24.95 →Continue learning
Explore another lesson
Intermediate · 60 minutes
Making Sherlock Pipes — Volume 1
Follow a two-piece bubbler Sherlock build, including color preparation and latticino pulling with a cordless drill.
$39 USDExplore lesson →
Advanced · 89 minutes
Making Sherlock Pipes — Volume 2
Watch Brian from Heaven’s Glass build a five-piece opposing-spiral Sherlock with dichroic glass, mallard and cobalt blue.
$59 USDExplore lesson →