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Stained Glass Art

Copper foil and soldered translucent glass art

Intermediate Varies Indoor Intensive pace

Score colorful art glass, wrap edges in copper foil, and solder vibrant suncatchers and window panels.

Your first week

A simple day-by-day plan to get you started smoothly — no experience needed.

0 of 7 activities complete Start with Day 1 whenever you are ready.

Glass scoring & running pliers

⏱️ ~30 min

💡 Listen for the zipper sound when scoring.

Glass grinding for tight fit

⏱️ ~30 min

💡 Keep grinding sponge moist.

Copper foil wrapping technique

⏱️ ~25 min

💡 Burnish foil firmly against glass sides.

Soldering iron & flux application

⏱️ ~40 min

💡 Feed solder smoothly into hot flux.

Patina application & polishing

⏱️ ~30 min

💡 Wash thoroughly with soap before patina.

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