What is lampwork I hear you ask?

well...

it is also known as flamework or torchwork, also called beadmaking (if beads are what you choose to make)

The process involves using a torch (usually dual fuel oxygen and propane) to melt rods of glass, then using various tools and techniques you can shape it into a bead, or vessel, or whatever else you want to make(within reason!)

if you want to know more about lampworking, there are various books and websites you can look at

websites

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lampworking

books

'Making Glass Beads' by Cindy Jenkins
'Beads of Glass' By Cindy Jenkins (I would really reccommend this one if you are interested in making your own beads, it has really easy to follow step by step instructions and beautiful pictures)
'Passing the Flame' by Corina Tettinger