Stained Glass Solder Will Not Adhere
Applying flux for stain glass When I put my flux on it will not take the solder? In places it will but others it won’t. Help! Robin Milly’s reply: This could be a couple of things, … (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.
Stained Glass – Foil or Lead Came?
Lead came (Left ) Copperfoil (Right) I have never done stained glass before, but have been very interested in it for years. Can you please tell me what the difference is between the type that … (read more)
Lamp Patina
I’m making a four sided lamp. Can I patina the individual sides before assembling the four pieces? It would seem easier and then patina the joints after assembly. Thanks Frank Wolf Milly’s reply: Thanks for … (read more)
How to Strengthen Unstable Sun Catcher
Fan Light Foil Unstable Question Copper foiled fan light Question I have not long started and this is my third project. I have finished this piece ( not perfect i know) but the tab at … (read more)
Copper Foil Not Sticking
Burnishing foil Copper Foil Not Sticking Copper foil not sticking is a very common problem.There are lots of ideas here to help you overcome it. If you sometimes find that your copper foil doesn’t stick … (read more)
Attaching Hangers to Finished Stained Glass Projects
How to solder a ring to a stained glass panel I am probably what one would call a beginner when it comes to stained glass although, I love doing it and have actually been commissioned … (read more)
Zinc Came And Black Patina
Do you have trouble getting your zinc came black? Here’s some tricks to make your panels gleam. Question: Thank you for the Pewter Black tip. I ONLY use Jax Pewter Black on my pieces, and … (read more)