How to Make Fake Stained Glass Without Leading

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Make Fake Stained Glass Without Leading

For an easier version of stained glass that comes close to the look of the real thing, you might like to try "faux stained glass".

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Using an 8" x 10" piece of cut glass, tape the pattern of your choice face up on the glass.
On the top side, trace over the lines of the pattern with liquid leading. It comes in a bottle with a pointed cap.
Make sure that all the lead lines are joined to prevent paint from seeping through.
Step 2

To correct mistakes when applying the liquid leading, lift off while wet with a cotton swab, or cut out the dry leading with a craft knife.
Fill in each area on the pattern with the colors you have chosen.
Step 3

Techniques:
Combing - Using a toothpick going back and forth to get rid of bubbles and to level the paint.
Painting - Using an artist brush
Combining two colors - Apply one color in the middle of an area, another around the outside of the same area. Swirl together, using a toothpick.
Step 4

Finishing
Tap the glass from the bottom after all coloring is done, to remove any stubborn bubbles.
Let dry flat and undisturbed for 24 hours.
Step 5

Mat and frame as desired.
Add the right frame and hang against a window, (using ribbon and a hook attached to top inside of window) and many people will think it is an antique.