Stained Glass Video Tutorials
Milly’s Free Stained Glass Videos Often we need to see a stained glass technique before we understand how we can improve. Here is a selection of my free stained glass videos so that you can … (read more)
Copper Foil Construction
This is where you’ll find all the how to make stained glass instructions using the Copper Foil Technique. It includes all the processes for this method from Foiling through Soldering to Hanging and fancy dancy Decorative Ideas.
Master Smooth Stained Glass Soldering
Say goodbye to lumpy solder lines and start creating wonderfully smooth solder seams by following these simple instructions. You’ll find out about a magic tip cleaner too!
Get a Sparkly Even Finish
Find out the secrets of getting a sparkling finish to your stained glass. Cleaning, polishing and patina are the last steps; make sure you do yourself and your work proud!
No More Misshapen Rejects
Make sure you get perfect fitting square panels every time. Stop your panel growing and growing and GROWING with this tutorial on squaring stained glass.
Copper Foil vs. Hobby Came
Copper Foil vs Hobby Came Explained I am a copper foil guy and have not used lead came before. What are the advantages and disadvantages over copper foil? Milly’s Reply: Great question, thanks Joe. It’s … (read more)
Stained Glass Soldering Problems
Soldering Problems – Quick Tips Nothing is more annoying than spending hours designing, cutting and assembling a piece, only to feel disappointed at the end because stained glass soldering problems have spoilt the final finish. Here … (read more)
Lead Came And Copper Foil Techniques Combined
Mixing Lead Came and Copper Foil Techniques Adds Magic to Your Stained Glass I have been asked more than once if it’s possible to mix copper foil and lead in one project. The answer is … (read more)
Using A Vintage Plate In Stained Glass
Using a vintage plate in stained glass is not as hard as it seems. You can use both the leading method and copper foil to do this. Using A Vintage Plate In Stained Glass Instructions … (read more)
Don’t Give Up On Copper Foiling Without Trying These Tricks
Stained Glass Copper Foil Tips Oxidised Copper Foil Make Your Own Hand Foiler Here When stained glass copper foil oxidises it’s difficult to solder. What is the best thing to do when this happens? You … (read more)
Stained Glass Garden Stake
Make this butterfly stained glass garden stake and add a flash of colour to your garden. It can stay outside in all but the most extreme weather – in which case bring it inside temporarily. … (read more)
Patina and Polish
For A Sparkling Stained Glass Finish This stained glass tutorial exposes the myth of polish and wax. In I share expert tips on polishing, applying patina and waxing copper foiled projects. This is the last thing … (read more)
Jig for an Oval Stained Glass Project
How to Lead an Oval Stained Glass Panel Question: Can you tell me how to go about setting up an Oval piece? Do I need to make a stained glass jig for this?I’m also using … (read more)
Solder Stained Glass Beaded Edges
How to Solder Stained Glass Beaded Edges Learning how to do stained glass means getting to grips with learning how to solder stained glass beaded edges. You don’t want to let untidy finishing spoil your beautiful … (read more)