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debbieklann
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Debbie
Madras
OR
USA
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 Posted - Mar 22 2024 : 3:01:38 PM
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I recently took 3 different classes through our local art studio to learn how to make stained glass. The picture posted below is a short snapshot of how it is made.
Glass usually comes in either 2 or 3mm thicknesses. After deciding on a pattern, you will cut the pattern out and trace or tack the pieces onto your glass. There is a special glass cutter that drips a small amount of oil as you are making your cut. Cuts have to be in straight lines. Another tool will help snap the excess glass off if it is a large straight cut. I found that wavy glass is not easy to cut!
After your pieces are cut, you will use a wet grinder to smooth the edges of all pieces.
You will then wrap each piece with foil wrap. Each edge will need to be painted with flux to allow the soldering to stick.
Pieces are placed on a special mat and then tacked together. Once that is finished, you will solder all edges together. The foil will be covered with the soldering..jpg?v 84342779)
Debbie Klann
Farmgirl Sister #770
2018 Farmgirl of the Year
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6719 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Mar 22 2024 : 3:29:45 PM
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That is so interesting Debbie, I can not wait to see the finished project. I know that you have been wanting to learn how to make stain glass. Enjoy and have fun.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1627 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
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Posted - Mar 22 2024 : 7:03:15 PM
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So interesting, Debbie!! :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
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Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Mar 25 2024 : 12:30:18 PM
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Wow Debbie, that is so neat. It sounds like a fun and informative class.
Krista |
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Nancy Joplin
True Blue Farmgirl
286 Posts
Nancy
Ontario
California
USA
286 Posts |
Posted - Apr 01 2024 : 1:21:27 PM
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I love stained glass! I have not created any pieces in many years! I will be looking for classes in my area soon...can't wait to get back into it!
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
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Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
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Posted - Apr 06 2024 : 4:28:56 PM
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Fascinating, Debbie! Let us know how it all turns out for this project.
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Apr 06 2024 : 9:43:59 PM
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Oh Debbie, I always wanted to take a class in stained glass art.. but alas, never did...
Enjoy and show us your creations.. lucky you..
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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