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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.
89-minute full lessonEnglish · Online videoLifetime streaming access
A 3-minute, 40-second preview: two original opening excerpts with smooth fades into Brian’s explanation and preparation, selected build steps, and the completed five-piece Sherlock.
The full lesson is approximately 89 minutes. Watch on the dedicated preview page
Skills to study
What you’ll learn
- Follow a five-piece opposing-spiral Sherlock from preparation to joining.
- Study dichroic cane pulling and patterned sections.
- See how complex sections are shaped into a completed Sherlock.
Before you begin
Is this the right next step?
For artists who already control borosilicate tubing and multi-piece joins. The first Sherlock lesson is a useful foundation for this larger, more demanding construction.
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
Preparation and cane
Brian introduces the project and prepares the glass for the patterned build.
02
Color and pattern
Study purple dichroic glass, mallard and cobalt blue in opposing-spiral sections.
03
Joining and shaping
Follow the sections through joining, shaping and the finished five-piece Sherlock.
From the original series
At the artist’s workbench
Brian from Heaven’s Glass demonstrates the five-piece Sherlock, explaining preparation, joining and shaping in the original recording.
Study the original glassworking demonstrations, pause at a difficult step, then return to the sequence as your own skills develop.
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For current equipment operation and material requirements, use the relevant manufacturer’s instructions alongside the original studio lesson.
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Who is this lesson for?
Advanced lampworkers. For artists who already control borosilicate tubing and multi-piece joins. The first Sherlock lesson is a useful foundation for this larger, more demanding construction.
How long is the full lesson?
The full lesson runs approximately 89 minutes. The video on this page is a free preview.
How much does it cost?
Making Sherlock Pipes — Volume 2 costs $59 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.
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