How Do You Make Stained Glass Art?
Stained glass is a beautiful and colorful art form traditionally used for the windows of churches and cathedrals. However, any creative person can create stained glass art. The essence of stained glass is the beauty found when bright light pours through it, so consider placing your art in a well-lit area. Decide on your design. For your first project, do a simple design using only a few large pieces of glass. As you become more familiar with the craft, you can integrate more intricate details into your designs. Trace the shapes of glass you need for your design on a thin sheet of tracing paper and lay over your piece of glass. Score your glass using an oil carbide glass cutter. These cutters are available in most craft stores in varying sizes and strengths. Simply follow the shape you traced from edge to edge, being careful not to apply too much or too little pressure. Pull your glass apart along your score lines. Rescore any edges that will not pull apart easily. Wear gloves and eyewe
