Where and how to Hang Stained Glass
Hanging stained glass in the right place and with the right materials is the key to unlocking its full potential. The placement near a south-facing window and the use of heavy-duty hanging chains and hooks crafted for stained glass are essential. This combination ensures that your artwork basks in the best possible light, creating a stunning visual spectacle. Don't underestimate the significance of these choices; they can make all the difference between a mediocre display and a breathtaking masterpiece.
Can Stained Glass be Repaired?
The answer to whether stained glass can be repaired is generally "yes." However, the success of the repair depends on factors like the type of glass, the extent of damage, and the skill of the artisan. While some pieces may be too damaged to salvage, many stained glass artworks can be lovingly restored, preserving their beauty and historical significance for generations to come.
Why is Stained Glass art So Expensive?
HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED, IN YOUR MOST PERPLEXED MOMENTS, "WHY ON EARTH IS STAINED GLASS SO EXPENSIVE?" FEAR NOT, MY CURIOUS FRIEND, FOR I, AM HERE TO UNRAVEL THIS MYSTERY AND SHED LIGHT ON THE SECRETS BEHIND ITS LOFTY PRICE TAG.
Stained Glass Tools & Preparing Your WorkSpace
ARE YOU READY TO START YOUR STAINED GLASS JOURNEY? WHETHER YOU ARE A STAINED GLASS BEGINNER OR AN EXPERIENCED ARTIST, HAVING THE RIGHT TOOLS AND WORKSPACE IS ESSENTIAL FOR CREATING BEAUTIFUL WORKS OF ART.
THE MORE SPECIALIZED TOOLS WILL ALLOW YOU TO BE MORE EFFICIENT AS WELL IMPROVE YOUR CAPABILITIES OF WHAT YOU WILL BE ABLE TO CREATE. YOU WILL TYPICALLY FIND YOURSELF IN NEED OF MORE SPECIALIZED TOOLS WHEN YOU START CREATING INTRICATE PATTERNS, HIGH VOLUMES OF PIECES, OR LARGER THREE-DIMENSIONAL STAINED GLASS USING LEAD CAME.
SO LET’S GET READY TO MAKE SOME BEAUTIFUL STAINED GLASS!
Stained Glass Patterns; Tips for Making Your Own!
Learn about the ways you can either get or make your own templates. I will also how you how to correctly apply them to your process. These are the techniques I personally use when I create and after much trial and error, it is the system that has proven most reliable. So without further ado, let’s get glassin’!