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Top Five Mistakes Beginners Make with Stained Glass

Top Five Mistakes Beginners Make with Stained Glass

Top 5 Mistakes Beginners Make with Stained Glass | Caveman Glassworks

As you kick off your stained glass art journey, knowing about common mistakes can help you save time, materials, and a lot of headaches. Here are five key blunders that newbies should steer clear of: - Read Post

Jul 213 min read

Instagram photo by strange.unusual_glassart

Instagram photo by strange.unusual_glassart

Overcoming Creative Block as a Stained Glass Artist

This is a stained glass artist who is expierencing an artist block in coming up with new ideas and techniques for the next stained glass project

Jul 183 min read

Specialty stained glass grinder tips

Specialty stained glass grinder tips

Specialty" Stained Glass Grinder Bits

Speciality stained glass grinder tips. How to choose them and how to use them.

Apr 17, 20242 min read

Stained glass grinder bits and their grit

Stained glass grinder bits and their grit

Stained Glass Grinder Bits – Grit

Discover the right diamond grinding bits for stained glass—learn about grits, selection tips, and how to achieve smooth, precise edges every time.

Apr 16, 20242 min read

A cut finger. Stained glass safety gear

A cut finger. Stained glass safety gear

Stained Glass Safety Gear

The use of stained glass safety gear is something we all understand is important, but unfortunately, it tends to be overlooked.

Apr 7, 20246 min read

This is a picture of someone cleaning a dirty soldering tip

This is a picture of someone cleaning a dirty soldering tip

Cleaning a Dirty Soldering Iron

If you're just starting out with stained glass, you'll soon come to understand the importance of maintaining a clean soldering iron tip.

Mar 23, 20245 min read

Creator's Waffle Grid - Scoring and Breaking Stained Glass

Creator's Waffle Grid - Scoring and Breaking Stained Glass

Creator's Waffle Grid - Scoring and Breaking Stained Glass

Using Creator's Waffle grid for scoring and breaking stained glass by Caveman Glassworks

Mar 17, 20242 min read

Re-strip for stained glass reinforcement to strengthen your art.

Re-strip for stained glass reinforcement to strengthen your art.

Reinforcement for Stained Glass Hinge Points

There are a few ways to strengthen your projects and provide stability. Redesign, Re-Strip, tinned copper wire - read more!

Mar 14, 20244 min read

Stained glass hinge points. What are they and how to avoid them.

Stained glass hinge points. What are they and how to avoid them.

Stained Glass Hinge Points - What Are They?

Hinge Points and How They Affect Your Stained Glass Art - It's quite common for people to be unaware of hinge points - their nature, how to

Mar 10, 20243 min read

Selecting colors for a stained glass project.

Selecting colors for a stained glass project.

Selecting Colors for My Stained Glass Project

When it comes to selecting colors for stained glass, a great approach is to go for colors that complement each other.

Mar 8, 20243 min read

Common and often asked questions on cutting stained glass.

Common and often asked questions on cutting stained glass.

FAQ - Common Stained Glass Cutting Questions

FAQ - Common Glass Cutting Questions on stained glass. How to cut stained glass, what is a score, what makes a good score line.

Mar 4, 20248 min read

How to store stained glass

How to store stained glass

How to Store Stained Glass

How to store stained glass? A question for small studios or growing glass artist workspaces, when it comes to storing sheet glass...

Jan 19, 20243 min read

7/32 Copper Foil used to create stained glass

7/32 Copper Foil used to create stained glass

Copper Foil for Stained Glass - Choosing Correctly

Choosing the correct copper foil for your stained glass project.

Jan 18, 20242 min read

This is a pair of Grozer pliers which is referenced in this article by Caveman Glassworks

This is a pair of Grozer pliers which is referenced in this article by Caveman Glassworks

Understanding the Art of Using Grozing Pliers on Stained Glass

Grozing pliers, also known as grozers, are a type of pliers used in the art of stained glass creation. Their primary purpose is to...

Nov 8, 20235 min read

Soldering stained glass, a guide on how to solder.

Soldering stained glass, a guide on how to solder.

Guide to Soldering Copper Foil for Stained Glass Art

This guide touches on the basics of soldering copper foil. If you are needing more detailed information, we encourage you to begin here and

Oct 25, 20234 min read

Stained glass art and a short history of its origin

Stained glass art and a short history of its origin

A Short History of Stained Glass by Caveman Glassworks

The story of stained glass begins in ancient times, long before the advent of Christianity. The Egyptians and Romans were among the first ci

Oct 5, 20233 min read

Difference in stained glass types and thier use in crafting stained glass

Difference in stained glass types and thier use in crafting stained glass

Types of Stained Glass By Caveman Glassworks

Top questions for stained glass types. “What are the differences in stained glass types? and “How do I choose the right type of glass?

Oct 4, 20233 min read

A variety of stained glass tools used in crafting stained glass art.

A variety of stained glass tools used in crafting stained glass art.

Stained Glass Tools: A Beginner's Guide to Creating Your Own Colorful Masterpieces

Starting with simple designs and gradually building up your skills and tools can make the process more manageable.

Sep 13, 202310 min read

Tools used for stained glass. A guide on tools

Tools used for stained glass. A guide on tools

Tools for Stained Glass Crafting: A Beginner's Guide

A quick guide to the knowing the essential tools for stained glass.,

Sep 6, 20233 min read

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