Please say the size of the Chanel I have some but this looks larger I think it will fit my large circle better!!!
@lukefisher7618Ай бұрын
Hi Kai, I've been looking for a small miter box with a clamp like you have but can't find one. As I looked closer at yours I had the thought that it was home made. Did you make it? Also, what is your preferred solder for foil? Brand, and 60/40 or 50/50. As always learn a ton from your videos. My granddaughter is getting ready for more glass so hope to see you again before long. Best, Luke
@shardsglassstudio929825 күн бұрын
This mitre box is commercial but has been discontinued. There is one that is put out by Excel and comes with a utility saw for cutting the zinc. This one also does the trick!
@hardylimmer8185Ай бұрын
Ich freue mich sehr, dass ich von Euch jungen Leuten so wunderschöne Arbeiten sehe und Ihr sie für andere teilt. Habe herzlichen Dank für Deine umfangreichen Ausführungen. Herzliche Grüße aus Thüringen Hardy
@abobymousАй бұрын
New to these vids. Thanks for explaining those were NOT wire snips. Have a great day! 🙂
@shardsglassstudio9298Ай бұрын
Oh you bet....Never, never cut anything but lead....Thanks for your comment
@StewartMoore-d6iАй бұрын
great. on the last piece you cut. rather than using 2 pliers at the thin end, might using running pliers at the other end which was wide end have worked? thanks
@shardsglassstudio9298Ай бұрын
Probably that would work fine.Im gonna say that i just wanted to show another thing
@StewartMoore-d6iАй бұрын
@@shardsglassstudio9298 thank you so much. just found your tutorials helpful.
@saftah03052 ай бұрын
GREAT TUTORIAL! I only wish I could see your marks better where they intersect to understand the direction of the cut better.
@shardsglassstudio92982 ай бұрын
So the way the zinc intersects, it will require a small piece of zinc with a straight cut to use as your prompt to see the point of intersection. the angled 45 degree cut is ALWAYS angled so that the short part of the angle is going to be the open (glass accepting) side. I hope this helps
@saftah03052 ай бұрын
@@shardsglassstudio9298thank you very helpful
@sorella_sancta19383 ай бұрын
Great tutorials. Thank you
@shardsglassstudio92983 ай бұрын
Thank you.....Im glad you find them helpful
@DocRocket1443 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the tip on using vellum. I've been struggling to find a way to keep my pattern pieces from disintegrating while grinding.
@MrPaulstride3 ай бұрын
MAGIC
@shardsglassstudio92983 ай бұрын
Hahahaha That’s how we think of it!!!
@jackgillian9873 ай бұрын
Kai, excellent video about using zinc framing, my question is the jig for cutting available, may a drawing. Thanks
@judyguccione16943 ай бұрын
Thank you for answering my first question so quickly. I tried looking up 5/16” u came but could not find that larger size. Can you guide my a company/shop where I can purchase on line? Love how you teach!!
@shardsglassstudio92983 ай бұрын
We buy wholesale so i do not have a source for retail. Where do you live?
@judyguccione16943 ай бұрын
What was the size came you used on the outer edge of the circle?
@shardsglassstudio92983 ай бұрын
This is a u channel 5/16"
@Someoneoutthere674 ай бұрын
Do you offer classes for lead at your facility?
@shardsglassstudio92984 ай бұрын
We offer only private lessons now but yes, we do teach the method of lead came Please call 978 977-0460 if you would like information about private seminars or to schedule a time.
@Smokeyythabear14 ай бұрын
This is beautiful
@shardsglassstudio92984 ай бұрын
Thanks, Hope you got your piece framed successfully framed
@debbiebryant33875 ай бұрын
I like paste flux and had thought of trying gel. Is it as corrosive as liquid? I use a lot less paste flux than you show, maybe I need to adjust my application.
@shardsglassstudio92985 ай бұрын
I actually use way more paste flux than is necessary. It’s just a habit, but it does tend to work well, if there’s any oxidation that you need to get through. As far as corrosiveness, it’s probably about the same as a gel. The advantage to the paste is that it stays exactly where you dab it.
@pipanova2 ай бұрын
@@shardsglassstudio9298 Could you please share a name of your flux? I cannot find it in shops((
@shardsglassstudio92982 ай бұрын
@@pipanova The paste flux is called Nokorode....And to kill two birds with one stone and answer another query....Paste flux is the least corrosive and im heavy handed when i apply, but need not be that generous,.
@jimwiskus88625 ай бұрын
Thank you! Do you by chance have a video on soldering zinc to lead? I was curious too on the best flux and solder for joining the two. Thank you! Jim
@shardsglassstudio92985 ай бұрын
I don’t have a video on that but thank you for the suggestion. Used paste flux to solder lead to zinc and 60 40 virgin solder. All that means is solder that has not been reconstituted. We use victory white metal.
@Alexandra-ks7cb5 ай бұрын
"glass is a highly cooled liquid, not a solid." omg, what?? That's just blown my mind!
@shardsglassstudio92985 ай бұрын
Bahahahahaha...Poof
@garypanka17815 ай бұрын
Tried your technique with dramatic improvement ! Have 63/37 solder ordered , I've been struggling for a long frustrating time to achieve smooth beads , thank you, thank you for your knowledge!
@shardsglassstudio92985 ай бұрын
Glad I could help gary
@Artsrock365 ай бұрын
Wow thank you! You explain to well you just got a new subscriber !
@shardsglassstudio92985 ай бұрын
Thank you, So glad that you found this helpful
@davidhill12205 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing Sure wish I could have seen the piece in the light☹️
@merrymaker10316 ай бұрын
TIFFANY GLASS, NOT STAINED GLASS. BLOODY AMERICANS
@merrymaker10316 ай бұрын
always solder from the centre outward
@shardsglassstudio92986 ай бұрын
Huh! I’ve never heard of that….how come?
@merrymaker10316 ай бұрын
@@shardsglassstudio9298 it reduces the chance of the glass breaking due to overheating
@SergeRustic6 ай бұрын
Your fingers are pretty much black at the end from handling the lead. While it likely won't be absorbed through your fingers...I hope you wash your hands well after so you don't transfer it elsewhere. Gloves??
@shardsglassstudio92986 ай бұрын
Thank you for the comment and suggestion. Yes definitely to washing hands copiously! As you might be able to tell from looking at my hands, they are quite a mess (dry,dry,dry) from so much soap and water....We never wear gloves (Ive tried and get my fingers caught constantly). When soldering its a bad idea to wear gloves, in my opinion. If you drop a blob of hot solder on your hand without gloves, it rolls off and causes nothing more than maybe a small blemish, but if you have gloves on, hot solder can get trapped and cause a much worse burn.
@good_deed6 ай бұрын
Can I buy one of those shirts? It’s so cute. Love the style and fit.
@shardsglassstudio92986 ай бұрын
Thanks....Unfortunately we sold out long ago...If /when we print up more I will post it here!
@good_deed6 ай бұрын
This is an amazing instructional video. Definitely the best I’ve ever seen. Thank you.
@aussiemachandmadeeverything7 ай бұрын
Can i ask what the difference would be to using zinc compared to lead came ? All the reasons why ? Thankyou 😊
@shardsglassstudio92987 ай бұрын
Oh man, Theres alot to that question. Zinc is more of a pain to use in general...cant be bent without a zinc bender, so only good for straight perimeters, has to be cut with a hack saw, doesnt take patina all that great, but will take a black patina to moderate success. Lead is just as good a stiffening agent (unless you are using 1/2" zinc that allows for a steel rebar), can be cut with lead snips or wire cutters in a pinch, can be formed around curves, circles etc...and is just in general easier to work with. Most of our stuff is architectural so one never sees the outside edge as it is usually in a sash. There are so many other factors that you are welcome to ask specifics but if i tried to hit all the scenarios i would fail miserably. Hope this much is helpful.
@aussiemachandmadeeverything7 ай бұрын
@@shardsglassstudio9298 wow, Thankyou that is so helpful I'll just stick to lead its easier, Thankyou again for taking so much time to answer my question I really appreciate it 😊
@shardsglassstudio92987 ай бұрын
My pleasure.....Have fun!
@aussiemachandmadeeverything7 ай бұрын
Hi, so the flux paste works differently in that if you used liqiud flux you couldn't go around all the points like you just did all at once because you would have to reapply, would that be correct ? Also did you use any reinforced barring in the middle with the foil ? Will you be puttying the outside frame so theres no gap between the glass & the lead frame ? So many questions lol sorry 🤣
@shardsglassstudio92987 ай бұрын
The paste flux stays "put" because its thick...big advantage. I know there was no external support on this one but there may have been flex bar soldered in between the foiled seams. Flex bar is a braided flat mesh strand that goes on end in between seams and it is extremely maliable so can be bent around all sorts of shapes curves, etc....
@aussiemachandmadeeverything7 ай бұрын
@@shardsglassstudio9298 Thankyou so much for all this valuable info appreciated
@MICHELLEEVANS337 ай бұрын
What flux brand do you use?
@MICHELLEEVANS337 ай бұрын
Is zinc only for the outside? Or can you use it inside like you can lead?
@MICHELLEEVANS337 ай бұрын
Can you overlap the corners if you don't want to miter?
@MICHELLEEVANS337 ай бұрын
How do you know what size channel to buy? Do you need to cement after like you do with lead?
@shardsglassstudio92987 ай бұрын
Im not sure there are any hard and fast rules about sizing zinc. The 1/2" u channel can be reinforced with a 1/8 x 1/4 rebar.....makes for a heavier piece but one with more rigidity. Other than that, id say let aesthetics be your guide. No you dont have to cement the zinc edging but again it lends strength.
@CoralCorral7 ай бұрын
Great tips. Thank you.
@johndouglas37247 ай бұрын
Thank You for showing your amazing skills....about to solder my first large piece
@shardsglassstudio92987 ай бұрын
Good luck! It’s not that hard when you have a few good tricks up your sleeve
@heather59268 ай бұрын
How do you stretch the lead came?
@shardsglassstudio92988 ай бұрын
We stretch with a stanton stretcher which is put out by Glastar. They are no longer in business but if you can find one on line or at your local stained glass supplier, BUY IT! Other than that, you can get a spring loaded lead vise (pretty much at any glass supplier and pull the lead by hand, one end in the vise and hold onto the opposite end with a pair of grozing pliers. It takes a fair amount of upper body strength and an average, depending on the lead size and profile is about a 6" stretch. If you can, stretch over a table so that once it is straight you can lie it down to keep it straight till you cut it into lengths. If you can help it don't cut it smaller before the stretch because that will take away your leverage and it will be much harder to get the "slack" out of the lead. Hope this helps
@davidjackson88298 ай бұрын
This is excellent. I have been on 2 stained glass courses and nobody has shared such valuable techniques. Just spent a day completing a piece and will solder to tomorrow. Can’t wait to try this.
@shardsglassstudio92988 ай бұрын
Glad to hear that the techniques look helpful .....Proof is in the pudding as they say (right? Is that what they say) so let me know how all these tricks work for you putting iron to foil. Very Best, Kai
@davidjackson88298 ай бұрын
@@shardsglassstudio9298 Hey Kai, yeah it was a big improvement. I still need to practice but it was so much better. Thanks a lot
@c23fire308 ай бұрын
Where do you get our sink for framing and internal came
@shardsglassstudio92988 ай бұрын
The zinc and lead both come from wholesale sources, but i believe any retail supplier would have them. Hope this helps
@jccanada99318 ай бұрын
Hi I don't know how to make a panel with letters do you have a tutorial ? My neighbor wants me to make a panel with the words The Vault. I haven't done this before I have no idea how to cut glass letters
@cathye.28558 ай бұрын
Soldering is my weak spot in making a window. I'll try to be more patient. Your instructions were great. Next time, include adding a ring for hanging the piece from a chain. Ugh. Another thing I need to practice.
@shardsglassstudio92985 ай бұрын
Oh good idea, re: hanging hooks….next time for sure
@jenorrn8 ай бұрын
Have you ever used a small chop saw to cut these???
@shardsglassstudio92988 ай бұрын
I haven’t tried a small chop saw….let me know how it goes
@virginiakilduff55148 ай бұрын
What about the hangers? I solder the same as you but I have a terrible time with attaching the hooks to hang.
@shardsglassstudio92988 ай бұрын
So we make our own hangers by twisting wire around a small cylinder (metal exacto works great). We then hang in two spots and try to pick an area where the hanger "tail" is being soldered into a seem...We never hang just from the zinc framing. We also advise clients to hang pieces "museum style" (straight up to 2 hooks spaced the same as the hangers on the piece, eliminates bending and pulling on the hangers)
@deborahnoble73618 ай бұрын
Hi I am doing a round piece of picture of wizard and my daughter wants led lights behind it can a piece of perspex be used for backing and lights inbetween any hints please
@shardsglassstudio92988 ай бұрын
Nice ....Most of our stuff that is artificially lit is done in a full installed frame method. Meaning it is installed into an opening that can be lit, usually by bouncing light off of a white shiny background, but full disclosure, ive never done anything that is free hanging and lit artificially. Sorry not much help for your situation. Good luck with it!
@carlenemeyers9 ай бұрын
Wedging came around antique glass at 4:45. Thank you! I’ve been making ornaments using antique glass and trying to get it into the came is hard!
@shardsglassstudio92988 ай бұрын
Ahhhh yes....Antiques can be a real beast. If the came is super tiny, like hobby came, try putting a tiny bevel on your glass by holding it at a severe angle, do a small grind all around, flip and do the same on the other side. Sometimes just taking off a bit and making the edge more tapered will facilitate holding the came on the edge.
@royrvr9 ай бұрын
Thank you for your tips, would have been nice if you said what temperature level do you use for each stage of the soldering (flat solder, bead sokder)
@shardsglassstudio92989 ай бұрын
Ahhhh, good point. As each iron is calibrated differently it is hard to suggest a temperature setting. Many irons do not use actual Fahrenheit #s but use more of a 1-5 setting. Therefore it is necessary to experiment. But, to your point (a good one) the front of a piece will always be soldered at a higher temperature than the back of a piece. This is because when soldering the back, the front is already "sealed" and therefore requires a lower temp so as to not leak through the finished front, and allow flux to heat and evaporate some in order to mitigate sputtering
@susieshott92299 ай бұрын
Where did you get your miter box?
@markniedre306410 ай бұрын
Thanks for making this video. Very clearly explained. I managed to get much better results using your method!
@justrayne710 ай бұрын
Are we talking if 1100 Fahrenheit? Cuz I'm not finding any soldering irons that go that high All the ones I've been finding stop it like 8 or 9 🙁
@shardsglassstudio929810 ай бұрын
We use the Hakko Iron with a built in reostat. This iron has been reengineered a bit , but the FX-601 goes up to 1005 degrees. If you are looking at electronic irons they wont go up high enough.
@merrymaker103110 ай бұрын
This is called Tiffany glass construction. It was developed in the UK by Louis Comfort Tiffany (an american). This is not stained glass construction. Please remember that there is an L in solder, and it is not a silent L.......... Glad to see someone running solder beads. It is a component that so many can't seem to be bothered with.
@calliecox63536 ай бұрын
So... what is stained glass construction then?
@merrymaker10316 ай бұрын
@cox6353 Stained glass... Clear glass the has a design added to it using mineral stains that are heat fused onto the glass surface (please note that coloured glass is a glass where the colour is not just on the surface). The glass is then held in place using lead came and solder ( sol der. There is no such thing as a silent L. The word americans say is sodder, which is something completely different......)
@theresabradley471611 ай бұрын
This is an excellent video! I made a copper foiled project and wanted to put a frame around it to make it sturdier and wasn't sure how to go about it. Thanks to your video, I will know what to do! Many thanks.
@shardsglassstudio92988 ай бұрын
Thats great Theresa, Hope it worked out
@keithlaurence740211 ай бұрын
I've been doing stained glass work since 1985 and this is the first time I've seen somebody explain how to get a decent bead on the edge!!!😁😁😁 Thank you 👍