For those looking to take their craft to the next level, mastering the use of wire in stained glass can open up so many possibilities. Whether you’re a seasoned artisan, a DIY enthusiast, understanding wirework can significantly enhance your projects. In this guide, we’ll explore the types of wire to use in stained glass, how […]
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Creating stained glass is both a passion and a skill, and one that takes many, many hours. For the amount of time and craftsmanship required to complete each piece, it only makes sense to sign your stained glass art. A signature is more than just a mark; it’s a statement of authenticity, a way to
Whether you are a stained glass artist or owner, knowing how to clean and maintain it is essential. In this guide, I’ll share my favorite products for cleaning stained glass, ensuring it remains vibrant and well-preserved. In my previous article, I discussed achieving a rich black patina and polish for stained glass, but now let’s
Want to know how to get the perfect patina and polish for stained glass? For as long as I have been doing stained glass, I have only recently figured out how to get a nice, dark, rich, patina. As well as a polished shine that doesn’t take me forever and a day. Today I’m going
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When you’re just getting into this art it can be difficult to remember all of the particulars, like what metals you can use in stained glass. It also doesn’t help when you go to search for these answers online and are met with a multitude of information that doesn’t actually pertain to stained glass. There
If you’re like me then you have made improving your posture while crafting one of your new year resolutions. For the last six months or so I have had terrible neck and back pain that would often affect my ability to sit in the studio and work, as well as do other daily activities. There’s
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The day of love is quickly approaching. If you’re looking for a DIY stained glass craft to make for yourself or as a gift for someone else, this list is for you. I’ve created a handful of Valentine’s stained glass projects to share with you so that you can make your own. Some of these
If you’re wanting to make a cute but super simple and easy Valentines craft, this DIY valentines rainbow maker tutorial is perfect for you. It was only a few months ago that I started adding gems to my stained glass projects, and now I want to add them to everything. There’s something special about making colorful
Today I want to share a simple stained glass DIY project that I’m absolutely in love with! Once you’ve made your own stained glass plant stake, I’m sure you’ll think of so many other cute ideas for more. Aside from the usual stained glass process, there isn’t a ton of new information with this tutorial,
If you’re wanting to make a simple valentines gift that can used and displayed every day of the year, this painted stained glass hearts DIY is a great pick. What’s even better – if you are new to painting stained glass, this is a great introduction using a simple and affordable glass paint. A few months
In Stained Glass Soldering Basics I covered all the basic information you need to begin soldering your stained glass projects. Now I want to cover some tips and tricks that are great to know, and hopefully can take your soldering skills to the next level. These are things I’ve learned on my own while practicing
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One of the more difficult skills to master when creating stained glass is soldering. This is especially the case when using the copper foil method wherein the majority of your stained glass piece requires smooth, sturdy solder lines to join all your pieces of glass together. Have no fear, though! With a little learning, and
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A few weeks ago I set off on a mission to create my first ever project with pressed flowers in glass. Since I’ve started glass crafting, I’ve seen a lot of really pretty pieces that included pressed flowers and wanted to give it a shot. I genuinely thought it was going to be so easy.
The Tiffany Method, or copper foil method, is a wonderful way of creating intricate and versatile stained glass works of art and projects. Compared to leaded glass, however, copper foil does fall short on strength. *Heads up: This page may include affiliate links. If you click and purchase, I may receive a small commission at
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