Choosing an appropriate kiln is dependent on your budget, space and the electricity available for your work space. A good start is a small kiln with a 6 – 9 inch square interior space, which uses 110 volts and...
I get many emails each month from people who want advice on purchasing a stained glass grinder. Because grinders come in so many sizes and in so many price ranges, starting from scratch may seem daunting. What...
Introduction to Stained Glass ~ Your First Project Using the Tiffany "Copper Foil" Method This guide was created by an experienced glass crafter and teacher to help you decide if the stained glass hobby is...
A good quality grinder for stained glass work is one of the biggest expenses in starting or advancing your hobby. Since they can cost up to about $200, making sure that proper maintenance is performed on them...
Choosing the right size and kind of foil for your stained glass project can be a confusing task, due to the variety of sizes and backings. There are some general guidelines for selecting the right foil that...
Volume Control... Successfully Transform Sandblasted Etched Dichroic Glass Tiles into Perfect Cabochons. Have you been frustrated with your cabochons not always keeping their shape when fused in your kiln?...
Create a fused glass dichroic pendant. Materials needed: All glass must be fusible 90 coe glass. Black 3 mm glass Dichroic 3 mm glass (preferably Ripple or Herringbone [clear or black]) Clear 3mm, (Bullseye...
There are a wide variety of types of solder being sold on eBay, and not all of them are suitable for use in stained glass. This guide will cover the most common types, and what the differences are between...
Silberschnitt running pliers are the highest quality pliers available for stained glass artisans. They feature solid aluminum handles, so they are perfectly rigid, allowing greater control when running scores...
There is more to solder then 60/40. Not only are there different brands and different qualities of solder but there are also different mixes of solder. All solders follow the same formula, the first number...