Stained Glass Guide

[maryannecraven]

this is by far the best how to video I have seen ( I have watched at least 20). Alex explains everything he is doing and doesn't assume the viewer knows already how to cut, solder, foil. He also freely shares personal tips to make the panel better, which is a great help to me. I was stumbling over filling spaces between pieces, and his method is great. Alex, I hope you post more videos like this, I'll be watching!

[olivelgemmell]

I live in Scotland. At the age of 18 I didn't know what I wanted to be. I was good at art and tech, anything that was more hands on. As I said I had no clue what to do. Then a small lead art company to my town. It was all onsite training and I loved it.i was really happy but unfortunately the husband and wife the owners split so I had no job. I fell quite ill at the same time. Then a friend asked if I ever thought of florist. I went to college found a great place to work but it so turned out differently. So I went solo and work on weddings. Then covid struck and my livelihood was gone. You have so inspired me to get my tools out get more tool and get back to what made me happy. I'm now 41 with a husband and teenage and I'm a glass artist and it the most excited I've been in a long time. You probably won't read this but thank you, thank you so much xx

[junepegram]

Beautiful!!! My instructor taught me a cool trick when working with highly textured glass (like the piece you said was hard to foil). During the edge grinding, gently grind just a hair over the edge onto the top of the glass to remove some of the texture. This way when you tape- it is to/on a smoother surface. The tape will adhere better, no finger cuts and no one will notice the portion removed because is under the tape and solder.
Man, was I happy when He taught me that one!!

[debralorrie]

Also loved hearing the kids in the background and the fact that they didn't break your concentration one bit. They must have an amazing mom!

[jeanimalakowsky]

Thank you for the wonderful class. I am brand new to stained glass work. I just discovered a box left by my Mom who passed away and much to my surprise it was full of wonderful stained glass supplies, including a grinder. She had a project she had started, and I am going to try to finish it in her honor. I learned a lot from your class and took a bunch of notes. Thank you!

[margueritecarrcarr]

Did a few classes 30 to 40 years ago. Your class is helping me to remember all the techniques plus tips on how to improve my work. You have a calm and confident way of presenting your class. Not intimidating or hurried at all, as this can frustrate students and put them off. Looking forward to watching your other videos.

[lindalourens]

A great video. Thank you. If the 'expert critics' know so much, why are they watching your video? Ignore them.

[sabrinaparker]

This is the best, most comprehensive video! Thank you so much, for being so thorough and concise simultaneously!

[robbieteasdale]

From a clay artist, thank you from my heart. This is probably the best process lesson I've ever had. Concise, informative and inspiring work. 🙏

[danevankirk]

Hands down the best video on stained glass that I've seen on YouTube in a long time! Please post more content! Im just getting started in stained glass and am hooked. I could watch YouTube like this all day!

[ngocbui]

I just watched a 45 minute tutorial video on how to make stain glass that I may never attempt but will now be able to better judge the workmanship of different pieces. Thank you so much for this. I appreciate you taking the time to painstakingly educate us.

[alexbarr]

This is is by far the best beginner video that I have seen. Very good job. I’m awaiting your next video.

[denisearnoldi]

An extremely informative demonstration! Great verbal explanations simultaneous to doing along with tips and tricks. Thank you!!👍

[williamvontur]

Loved the learning and self deprecating humor. You are a natural.

[drsmith]

This is the best instructional video I’ve seen in stained glass. Thank you so much.

[JB-kupe]

I love glass art. It is so bright and beautiful. I did a few mosaic classes but wanted to try this. I bought a little kit from hobby lobby and was so excited to start. I watched many videos on soldering. They all gave me a little something. I did my first soldering today. I had more questions and found your video! I wish I had found it first! I enjoyed your instructions and you answered a lot of my questions around gaps etc. Your calm demeanor and easy explanations were most helpful! Thank you!

[snakeplisskinable]

I've seen quite a few vids on glass so far but this has to be one of the best for both intro information and neat tricks - I especially found your method of using copper wire to fill oversized gaps useful!

[lydiagreene]

What a beautiful piece! I am trying to learn stained glass and have watched many YouTube’s. Yours is the most helpful I have watched. Thank you..

[mrhood]

Just made my first piece before I found your video and I love that your not selling anything. I taught myself but you just saved me some valuable time and money. I love your board and molding idea for a cheaper way of squaring up your panels plus I guess I'm a sinner because I've only found Hobby Lobby who has glass and tools but they do seem to be cheaper products plus the glass seems very inconsistent with thickness
Sincerely thank you for your time and easily digestible tips

[whatweshouldknow]

This stained windows and bells are healing to the body. They have taken so much knowledge from us