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If you are interested in making stained glass designs, learn about the tools you need to create stained glass art with copper foil in this free crafting video series.
There are 29 videos in this series:
Copper foil dispenser keeps your tape from getting bent and broken. Learn how to use a copper foil dispenser in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
Wood fids helps copper foil burnish glass. Learn how to use wood fids in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
Lathekins helps copper foil burnish glass. Learn how to use lathekins in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
Foilers are important tools for copper foiling. Learn about the different foilers in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
Foilers are important tools for copper foiling. Learn how to use a foiler in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
It's important to protect your eyes in any copper foiling project. Learn tips for eye safety in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
When working with copper foil, wear gloves to protect yourself from chemicals. Learn how to use safety gloves in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
With any stained glass project, learn how to protect your hands from being cut in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
When soldering, its important not to breate chemicals. Learn how to wear a safety mask in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
Fumes can be hazards if inhaled. Learn how to use a fume trap in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
Before beginning any copper foil or stained glass project, learn what first aid supplies you need to have around in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
Use insulation material for your work surface when copper foiling. Learn how to build a work surface in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
All stained glass projects begin with cutting the glass. Learn how to use a carbide wheel to cut glass in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
Cutting glass is the first step to make stained glass projects. Learn how to use a pistol grip to cut glass in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
Glass cutters are a safe way to break glass for stained glass projects. Learn how to use a toyo pencil grip to cut glass in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
Glass cutters need to be stored in a special way to prevent them from becoming dull. Learn how to store glass cuters in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
Breaking glass can be dangerous. Learn how to break glass with swivel pliers in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
Starting a stained glass pattern? Learn how to break glass with grip pliers in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
Breaking glass safely is an important step in stained glass projects. Learn how to break glass with ring star pliers in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
For stained glass patterns, it's important to remove glass shards before adding copper foil. Learn how to remove the glass shards with grozers in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
With any stained glass project, cleaning up excess glass is important to your safety. Learn how to clean up little glass pieces in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
Before cutting glass, learn how to use a ruler for a straight cut in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
Soldering irons are an essential tool to melt materials together. Learn about soldering irons in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
There are many different sizes of soldering iron tips. Learn how to pick the right tip for your stained glass project in this free video clip about using copper foiling for stained glass art.
Don't know how to use a soldering iron on glass? Learn how to use a soldering iron safely for your stained glass project in this free video clip.
As you walk into a Christian church, your eyes are immediately drawn to the elaborate patterns and colors of the windows. As the light floods through, images of the legendary and mythical events of Christian history are illuminated in colorful glass. This ancient art form is known as stained glass, and many of these ancient stained glass works have survived for centuries. Throughout its thousand-year history, stained glass has been displayed in many different forms and varieties. However, the most common (as any connoisseur of religious traditions will tell you) is depicted on the walls and windows of Christian churches.
Though the religious connotations of the art still exist, a modern movement has also shaped the stained glass craft. For instance, many use stained glass in their own windows at home. Some have designed stained glass patterns that are abstract and creative. There are many ways to solder stained glass, and because of this, new forms of stained glass art are emerging everyday. For those who lack the expertise of soldering and cutting glass, many have discovered the beauty of sun catchers. A smaller form of stained glass art, these sun catchers have become a favorite craft of children and adults.
If you have been considering picking up a new hobby, learn the tools you need to start making stained glass. Our expert, Anna Comly, shows you how to use a variety of tools that will make your stained glass project a breeze. Learn all about copper foil. Also, learn the different glass cutter that you can use to cut your stained glass patterns. If you are curious how to maintain your tools, Anna shows you this as well. Learn how use a soldering iron to bring your glass piece together. So, whether you are just beginning the hobby or need tips, learn about stained glass tools today!
Anna Comly Anna Comly started doing stained glass in early 2001, learning from an expert of already 15 years. She is skilled in design and construction of leaded windows, repair of damaged leaded window copper foiling, and mosaic.dkdk
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