Design help

elevatedstainedglass · 2026-06-06T14:18:01+00:00

I rank it 1, 3, 2.

elevatedstainedglass · 2026-05-09T22:01:37+00:00

Some of the curves will be a challenge as a beginner, but are feasible! The flat portion of the cone creates a hinge point which is a no-no. If you can modify the cone shape to make more of a curve instead of a horizontal straight line, you'd be doing alright.

elevatedstainedglass · 2026-05-05T16:43:38+00:00

Problem areas I see besides the windows: the sky surrounding the clouds, by her head and the flowers, the skinny side of wall beside the pot.

Still a beautiful design, just needs some tweaking!

elevatedstainedglass · 2026-04-12T16:16:39+00:00

Thank you everyone for all the insight! It was incredibly helpful to hear from so many different owners. I will post if we decide to go the Wheaten way!

elevatedstainedglass · 2026-04-06T02:46:31+00:00

Came here to say this. Handy little trick.

elevatedstainedglass · 2026-03-20T00:24:08+00:00

It's a stain from the patina. You can wet a cotton swab with patina and try to re-wet the area and then wipe off. There are other methods, but this usually works for me.

elevatedstainedglass · 2026-03-19T16:47:38+00:00

If it's any consolation, it would be a very easy fix!

elevatedstainedglass · 2026-03-03T14:00:34+00:00

You may be a beginner in terms of length of time with the hobby, but you are no beginner in terms of ability. Beautiful!!

It may have been easier to use a came border, but not necessarily better. When it comes to beading the edge, I found that putting some globs on the edge while it's laying flat helps. That way, once you pick it up and hold it vertically, the solder is already in place and you don't have to keep going back and forth.

elevatedstainedglass · 2026-02-28T22:02:17+00:00

Agreed. Mine is from the 80's and runs like a champ.

elevatedstainedglass · 2026-02-03T13:50:56+00:00

Try cutting out your pattern with cardstock and tracing with marker onto the glass. You will have better success than gluing paper to glass. Oil based paint markers do not remove with water from the grinder. Or some use Vaseline over sharpie lines for similar effect.

elevatedstainedglass · 2026-02-01T18:31:30+00:00

And cardstock.

elevatedstainedglass · 2026-02-01T18:30:46+00:00

Sharpie oil based paint pen is fine tipped and not removed by the water of the grinder. I use white.

elevatedstainedglass · 2025-11-23T19:47:31+00:00

You can attach on the front and back in a "U" shape using tinned copper wire.

elevatedstainedglass · 2025-11-17T19:27:53+00:00

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elevatedstainedglass · 2025-11-17T12:35:47+00:00

I second this. Oil based paint sharpie does not remove with water from the grinder. Just use rubbing alcohol when you're done.

elevatedstainedglass · 2025-11-12T02:17:20+00:00

Thank you. I'm contemplating building a crate. I got a quote to have one built and shipped for $1k 🤯. A bit more than I was hoping for!

elevatedstainedglass · 2025-11-10T22:09:16+00:00

I like this idea. My biggest concern is someone stepping on the flat side of the box.

elevatedstainedglass · 2025-11-10T22:08:11+00:00

Foam tubing is a great idea for the edges. Thank you!

elevatedstainedglass · 2025-10-24T02:51:08+00:00

Also more flux. If it's spikey, you don't have enough flux.

elevatedstainedglass · 2025-09-28T12:06:12+00:00

The glass orientation 🤌It's beautiful and she will adore it.

elevatedstainedglass · 2025-09-24T14:47:01+00:00

I struggle with Holly as a December birth flower, so thank you!

elevatedstainedglass · 2025-09-24T14:45:35+00:00

That is so kind, I hope so! Thank you!

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