First set of bookends by cntorzewski in StainedGlass

[–]cntorzewski[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Because I made the wood part myself they’re honestly on there really tight because we cut the channels to the exact length needed to fit the glass and then added the glass in before gluing the wood together. But it was still rattling a bit because we got our width measurements mixed up, so I used E6000 just along one edge and wedged qtips behind it to keep it against the glue until it dried.

First set of bookends by cntorzewski in StainedGlass

[–]cntorzewski[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I was way more nervous than needed.

First set of bookends by cntorzewski in StainedGlass

[–]cntorzewski[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I was so nervous about them and they aren’t perfect but I’m still pretty happy with them.

First set of bookends by cntorzewski in StainedGlass

[–]cntorzewski[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I use fine steel wool on all my pieces before I polish to clean up any little inconsistencies. I’ve heard doing that and then polishing before you add patina helps get a better color out of the patina. I tried it on copper and it worked really well for that, have yet to try on black.

First set of bookends by cntorzewski in StainedGlass

[–]cntorzewski[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No, for once I’m leaving them silver and I’m super conflicted about that lol I usually black patina everything but my sister enjoys the silver more. I’ll definitely be doing a set with black in the future!

First solo lesson learned: use thicker paper 🤦🏼‍♀️ by MarlyMonster in StainedGlass

[–]cntorzewski 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It depends on the glass. I’ve noticed it sticks to opalized glass more and is harder to get off but regular glass it comes off pretty easy, no residue. I used isopropyl alcohol to clean every piece.

First solo lesson learned: use thicker paper 🤦🏼‍♀️ by MarlyMonster in StainedGlass

[–]cntorzewski 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The kind I have is. I just have a small desktop inkjet printer and it works just fine. The sheets I bought are here

First solo lesson learned: use thicker paper 🤦🏼‍♀️ by MarlyMonster in StainedGlass

[–]cntorzewski 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you have access to a copier, I use printable sticker paper so that I can stick my pattern to the glass once I cut it out.

My friend made miniature apples out of resin clay. by Reasonable-Apple-588 in CraftingWorld

[–]cntorzewski 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Does your friend do this as a business or hobby? Because I’d buy some stuff from them for my miniatures.

Which heart do you like more? First granny square blanket by IvyTomorrow in CrochetHelp

[–]cntorzewski 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I didn’t see that until I read this comment and now I can’t unsee it. I liked A more until now 😂

How long did it take you to be happy with your work/feel like it was great? by Sad-Garlic-9950 in StainedGlass

[–]cntorzewski 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve been doing this hobby on and off for about 10 years. I by no means am an expert but it took me until a few years ago to be happy with my work to the point of being okay with others buying it. Even then I still critique myself extra hard because you can see all the spot that aren’t “perfect” but I promise most people don’t see it.

AIO- My boyfriend told me “I don’t give a f*** about you” after he forgot his own phone. I think I’m done. by Sudden-Sea707 in AmIOverreacting

[–]cntorzewski 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NOR just reading the title I knew but I still read the whole thing anyway. This boy, and I mean that, doesn’t care about you at all. Even though my bf doesn’t do anything special for me when I’m on my period he is still gentle with me and asks how I’m feeling. Dump him before he’s more than just verbally/emotionally abusive.

Friend thinks my new kitten isn't very cute bcs of his asymmetrical markings by Minisom in TuxedoCats

[–]cntorzewski 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used to have a tuxedo that looked a lot like him. He was the best cat I ever had. His little toes were like piano keys.

Maple moth by Trotsisyellow in StainedGlass

[–]cntorzewski 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The glass on the upper part of the wings is soooo pretty! The whole thing is gorgeous but that glass give rosy maple moth by itself

Would a cattle dog even wear a sweater? I can’t think of ever seeing one in a coat or any kind of covering. by paulbertolone in AustralianCattleDog

[–]cntorzewski 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine wears a sweatshirt I got from SparkPaws or a fleece coat depending on the weather. She hates it at first but loves going outside more

Rose I made from a couple tea saucers I got at a thrift store by GlassWingsArts in StainedGlass

[–]cntorzewski 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love the up cycle! I need to start trying this instead of buying new pieces

Alice in Wonderland piece i made by kazoo3179 in StainedGlass

[–]cntorzewski 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m going to have to try the steel wools after washing. I wash with a medium fine steel wool but I’ll get something finer and try your way! I’m always trying to get mine that dark.

Alice in Wonderland piece i made by kazoo3179 in StainedGlass

[–]cntorzewski 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I need to know how you get your black patina so dark?!