STAINED GLASS basics :: Everything you'll need to get started!

This is a pretty basic rundown of everything you'll need to get started with creating stained glass!
This video is not sponsored by any of the companies or brands I mentioned, I just really like their products. Please feel free to comment below with any questions. Thanks for watching!
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[@lucymonaghan]

Only thing I worry about is lead fumes during the soldering process and the glass grinder bits getting into your lungs

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

With proper ventilation, plus ensuring your grinder has plenty of water, you can easily work around the safety concerns like that. I always advocate for taking as MANY precautions as needed for you to feel comfortable! For instance, I have a fan directing fumes into my smoke absorber, plus wear a respirator. I also prefer to wear gloves for every step of the soldering/patina/polishing and use recycled paper to cover my work space for easy clean up. I know TONS of glass artists who do almost nothing for safety and they've been at it for 30+ years (not saying this is what you should do!). Just a hobby that has some extra steps for safety :)

[@crazy__cat1649]

@@sunbearglasscraft8065 would working outside like in a garage with the door open be enough ventilation?

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

I'd say add some airflow, maybe a small fan, and you're golden!

[@sinsinnomore5555]

@@sunbearglasscraft8065 a well known glass artist in my city died in her 50's after being ill for years. You really can't state working with lead your entire life won't lead to toxic levels that will cause a premature death...

[@thecontentcoachkim]

@@sinsinnomore5555 That's so sad. I started working professionally in glass in the 80s and we never wore anything for protection, no respirator, gloves, etc., and I did commission work in both lead came and copper foil day in, day out seven days a week. I never knew anyone who died a premature death, but I'm sure, as you pointed out, it does happen. So many art processes are extremely toxic, so it's better to be safe. Now in my 60s, I wear gloves, a mask, and have a fume catcher.

[@timjoepog]

Your hands aren't ugly!!! They are the hands of a craftsmen!!! They are art themselves!!!

[@rmthayer1]

I have been doing stained glass since 1990 and found your video great. By the way, there is nothing wrong with your hands either.

[@jogalvin1889]

I have been making and teaching stained glass here in England for a number of years now, here's my tip for removing those glass shards that get embedded in your fingers and hands when you are working. Locate the spot where the glass is embedded and put a good size blob of washing up liquid (dish soap) directly onto the spot, gently rub it in a circular motion around the glass shard, in less than half a minute the glass splinter will have worked it's self out without you having to dig around in your hands with tweezers. Rinse the dish soap off with water. It works for wooden splinters too. I love your video, I wish I could have watched something as useful as this when I was first starting out.

[@u.e8377]

Hi, I’m from the UK do you have any starter sets you’d recommend? Ty.

[@jogalvin1889]

@@u.e8377 Hi yes, Tempsford Stained Glass has a number of good starter kits as well as some really good free teaching videos available on their website. I hope this is helpful. Please feel free to contact me if you need anything further. Kind regards Jo

[@pocaluneksmierci]

Where in England do you teach ?

[@choochoolonglonghead]

Hi, I am a massage therapist that uses my hands everyday. I really want to pick up stained glass as a hobby for my new free time. Any more tips for hand care? Thank you

[@tierneygorman7893]

Hi, I was wondering if you can help me, my Dad wants to start up doing stained glass, from simple to intricate pieces, he's never done it before but he's an amazing artist & works as a pipefitter so soldering & stuff is normal to him, I want to either buy a starter kit or buy what he'll need & put it together as a kit for him, any advice or recommendations for kits or individual tools etc that you can think or & wouldn't mind sharing would be so amazing & so very much appreciated. He doesn't want to try a class, instead he wants to do it himself & learn for himself, I have talked him into at least watching some KZbin or getting some books, again any advice is much appreciated, I know this is something he really really wants to do & although he doesn't get to retire from his day job for another good few years that when he does he will be so very bored & this would be great for him, plus I'm very excited to see what he comes up with because he really is a brilliant artist, when I was a kid he drew & painted one of my bedroom walls (all of it) with Disney characters, he just picked up a pencil & off he went, so this will be creative & new for him. Thank you for any help or even just for reading me babble.x

[@valerieroberg2111]

This is only the 2nd video I've watched about stained glass. You just told me everything I need without annoying me. I usually make it 10 seconds into a video and I'm out. Thank you for being easy to watch and listen to. I never felt like this was about you, which is usually the problem. Thank you for imparting your wisdom without being annoying. You will be my go to instructor for my journey into stained glass.

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

I really appreciate your comment, I'm so glad to hear this! I've been super swamped with the holiday rush these last few weeks but I plan on working on more videos soon!

[@jeffwiddoes5984]

Very informative , I am looking forward to getting started in stained glass work. thank you

[@marastark732]

@@jeffwiddoes5984 same

[@siobhanrose1680]

Lol Valerie, I love your directness. Thanks for the great video.

[@matildalyon1352]

You put my thoughts into words, will also be using your videos to help me instead of my usual method of winging it 😂😊

[@ViciousNer]

There are thin, rubber tipped work gloves that could probably help you grip the material and protect your hands. They’re sturdier than rubber gloves but not so thick you’ll lose dexterity

[@nikki4107]

Never underestimate the library. There’s literally so many books to learn about tools needed and used in various styles of stained glass. Just because it’s not on youtube doesn’t mean information isn’t out there. :)

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

A totally valid point! I found a lot of websites talking about the tools but I think I personally learn better by seeing things in action :)

[@emyrobin5636]

My mom and I are starting stained glass work together and we’re so excited!! We’re using all your videos for help getting started ☺️

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Aw I love this! I'm so happy my videos are helpful to you both. Thanks for watching and feel free to ask any questions :)!

[@hollytaylor9421]

I just started doing stained glass… 100% understand the anxiety 🥺 Thank you for the information!

[@garyandcarolynwilkinson5662]

GOOD TO FIND SOMEONEONE USEING BASIC TALK AND HELP

[@allandriver2066]

You have working hands. A badge of honour in my book.

[@nanreynolds501]

You are refreshingly precious and I can tell that you love what you do which is a wonderful thing. Thank you for being so precise in your explanations. I am an old (77) newbie just beginning to learn this craft and will rely on your help to get me going. Great job!!!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Hi Nan, thank you so much for your kind words ❤ I absolutely adore what I do and feel endlessly grateful that I get to bring art into people's homes for a living! Please don't hesitate to reach out if you ever have questions - I'm not as fast with uploading new videos as I'd like to be but I try my best to keep up with the comments :) Thanks for supporting my channel and I wish you the best of luck in your stained glass journey!

[@PixieDusted72]

Wow. I had no idea this is how stained glass was made!! We had a kit when I was a kid and to this day I thought it was all done with little meltable beads. 🤦🏻‍♀️thank you so much for this. Incredibly informative.

[@Rachel_Shur]

You did a fantastic job giving us all these details!!! I can't wait to look at more of your videos and learning how to do this!

[@conniemcgregor12]

Thank you for explaining things I need for stained glass and really appreciate how you so nicely informed me of each item and their use. You keep it so simple and yet very informative. Love this video and looking forward to more.

[@BirchGlass]

I love your channel already! You talk to the camera in such a lovely, personal way. Great tips and wonderful video thanks!!

[@sandramccrea8241]

So happy to see you on KZbin now!

[@sherylbourdon9402]

You really did a great job at explaining it all. Now I’m kind of rethinking if this is what I want to do. I LOVE stained glass but it’s so expensive so maybe I will consider a starter kit.

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you so much! Stained glass is definitely an expensive hobby - it took me about 6 months of weighing the pros and cons before finally committing. It really is just so rewarding to make something with your hands, though, and making the decision absolutely changed my life. I wish you the best in whatever you decide to do :)!

[@philipbrubaker8728]

Very well explained. Thank you Rachel!

[@MSYNGWIE12]

It is too expensive and too difficult for the un-artistic BUT, AS A LOVER OF STAINED GLASS, THE MAGNIFICENT CATHEDRALS ETC all over the world, thank you. And a nod for showing your hands up close and personal and for stressing SAFETY GLASSES, THEY ARE AN ABSOLUTE- you only get one pair of eyes- I really enjoyed your video. Sadly this hobby is out of the question for me- space, money etc but it gladdens me to see a young woman keeping the art alive- I bought a very old house which had lost its stained glass window- somebody had stuck plastic! on a main window- don't it looks AWFUL, doesn't resemble stained glass when the sun hits it- I searched antique shops, found a window I could afford, had some glass replaced ( with period glass) and hung it in front and when I sell my home, it comes with me!!!!! Namaste from Canada

[@loribarney7502]

Great explanations! You kept in informal yet formal. Thank you so much! Subscribed!

[@squigglove]

O,o I have a whole new respect for stained glass artists. I've always loved stained glass but did not expect all of THIS! I salute you!!

[@TheCyclingArtist]

I just want to say that with Rachell's help I not only got started but the people at my local supply shop thought I had been working with glass for years when they saw my work. That is a direct result of SunBears videos. If you pay attention and take your time you can do it too!.

[@BullsStrength]

This is amazing. Great work Rachel!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thanks a million :)

[@amgreer7]

We love a calathea queen. 🥰 thank you so much for all of your informational videos! You’re making my new hobby a breeze! 😁💚

[@sarahcoffey1822]

Thank you so much for a simple and easy to understand video! I have been interested in stained glass and honestly always thought it would be too expensive or just too hard to learn. Honestly it's much less expensive than I expected! I hope to get into this hobby soon! Thank you so much for such an informative video!

[@tracypackard3681]

Thank you so much for this clear and interesting video. Incredibly helpful!

[@marvalenejohnson8032]

I am so glad I found you! I can’t wait to start AGAIN!

[@mariangiefarias2584]

You are an excellent teacher!!! Thank you.

[@Ricki4shoes]

Thank you for your info. I’ve also been doing stained glass for a little while and I always wear surgical gloves. They help a lot.

[@purpleren3312]

Finally had time to sit and watch! Amazing!

[@lisapeterson4876]

Excellent job! I purchased the same soldering iron that you have and I have to agree that is is a fantastic iron.

[@travelinghermit]

Wow! Such a bright personality! She seems genuinely all about stained glass I dig it

[@jennbaker4729]

Yay!!!! So glad you’re on YT now!! 💗💗💗

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

🥰🥰 I'm glad to finally be here too!

[@teresagardner3774]

Great information. I will soon start with my stained glass art and this is invaluable advice. Thank you very much. Looking forward to more videos!

[@pauld6556]

You have literally inspired me! Thank you for the video!

[@rossfranklin6117]

Great!!! Awesome vid. Well done and thanks.

[@ellendinsmore1362]

Good video. I took a class a few years ago and am just getting back into it. I needed a FULL review to get my mind wrapped back into it. I am psyched to get going again!

[@tracybrightlitecraftyartis1178]

Your wonderful!!!! I've watched so many different tutorials, but yours is the best I've found!!! The band aids 😂😂😂love it!!! You left nothing to question!! I'm a fan and have subscribed !!! Look forward to watching more tutorials🤗🙋👏👍❤

[@tracyobrien2816]

Hi Rachel, I've taken a stained glass class some years ago, and have always "planned" on learning to do it well. I'm nearing retirement age (😯 already!) so have been watching instructional vids on KZbin. Yours are my favorite! 💕 I'm getting an intermediate beginner from anythingstainglass, (because someone gave me a grinder). Would you have time -after your break ! - to recommend glass ? They have so many choices...

[@TimeMachineTeacher]

Thank you!! This was a great place to start!! ❤

[@tabathagratz7780]

This video is absolutely so helpful thank you so much beautiful, stay blessed!!

[@ritadeklerk3932]

Awesome I got some glass as a gift and want to start doing this . Thanks for the info.

[@Brublondie1]

Well done Rach!!! Proud of you!!! ❤️

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you

[@darlahouse6556]

I am so excited to find your channel!! I am an absolute beginner. I inherited all my equipment and glass etc. I just recently retired so I am so excited to get started!! I am just in the setting up phase. I just moved to another State with long snowy winters and fortunately have the cutest little A-frame building on our property behind my husband's shop so I have slowly turned it into my stained glass shop...now I just need to learn to do it!! 😂

[@B.Harper7]

I've just found you and I'm going to binge your videos! Clear and concise, such a great teacher!! 💖✨️

[@h8yners]

Excellent video. Thank you!

[@elizabethrussell8361]

Well I have had 'Glass cutting anxiety' for over a year now and watching your video has made me feel comfortable enough to start my journey. Thank you for the awesome information. If not already you s😂hould be a teacher. I'll let you know it turns out.

[@Droppedonmyhead1]

Very nice Instructional video! Looking forward to seeing more from you.

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you so much!

[@SAMcirca1987]

So glad I found you on TikTok. I've been passively interested in stained glass for a while and I think seeing your quick videos pop up so much tipped me over into actually getting started! I'm interested to see how you use Clip Studio Paint because I have an old Wacom tablet that I'd love to get more use out of. Your stuff is awesome and I'm super stoked to see more! :)

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

I'm so happy to hear that!! It's such a rewarding form of art :) I have a huge list of videos I want to make so i can definitely elaborate on clip studio more. I ADORE the program and I'm pretty sure it's 50% off right now!

[@troydixson1394]

The bros outlaws Hollywood

[@chefpedobear]

First video! 🥰 You explained everything so well, almost makes me want to look into finding some classes in my area 🤣! Looking forward to your future videos! Great job! 😍💖

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you, I was worried about explaining everything efficiently! If you end up picking up the craft I'm just a message away :)!

[@despicabled9968]

So cool! Thanks for sharing!!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thanks for watching 😊!

[@lauramosteksnyder538]

This is exactly the video that I needed - thank you so much!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

I am so glad I could help!

[@margaretevillanova7124]

Adoro esta arte. Lindo trabalho.

[@abdulalhazred3027]

Thank you, I've been thinking of getting into stain glass. I just didn't know what I needed.

[@tomcanterbury7139]

Thank you so much for your very informative video. I am looking for my artistic niche and this is one of the outlets I think would be interesting. I appreciate your video and your artwork is beautiful! Thank you!

[@graphicbrooke]

You seriously are the best! I love your personality and this video is extremely helpful. Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you thank you!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Aw thank you so much 🥰❤️!! So glad the video was helpful for you!

[@madwilliamflint]

Great little vid. I've decided I want to take a whack at stained glass. This is a great starting point.

[@misscha2861]

Hello, Thank you so much for sharing this information, you're right there's very little information available on this amazing craft!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching :)!

[@kristensimas103]

Thank you SO MUCH for this video. I am a total newbie! I went to my first class and I am totally addicted!!! I am at a loss of where to start but this video helped. I am going to watch more! ❤

[@lgbabbs]

Thank you for this! VERY helpful, informative, and non-annoying (ha)! You're style is perfect for people who want to learn. :)

[@JenaHuffman]

I’m so glad I found your channel! I want to get started but feel like there is a lack of information that I want. You really explain everything very well and it causes less anxiety and wondering for me. You were recommended by another commenter on a different artists channel. ❤😊

[@troubledair]

I just found your videos, they are great, and very helpful. Thanks.

[@drayden18]

Hardworking hands! that's what it is!! freakin awesome video, Sunbear!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Haha thanks so much, glad you enjoyed the video!

[@KierLightraven]

Hey Bear, Great tutorial video!

[@madi7178]

Thank you so much! I’m such a crafter that I have to switch it up. Stained glass may become my new obsession lol.

[@caryconrady9588]

Thank you for this - now that I've taken one class they use all the same intermediate tools you recommend here. So thank you for all the great info!

[@evakoyanagi1812]

Tysm this was awesome, it wasnt over whelming as i was anticipating, i really want to try it ...thank you Rachel 😊

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

I'm happy to hear that! Thanks for watching :)!

[@cheryledunn2978]

So glad to have found this video, I can’t wait to start learning about stained glass. For your hands, use Vitamin E oil, they will seriously heal your hands! ( great for feet also!)

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Oh I have so much E oil! I'll definitely add that into my routine :) I'm so glad you found the video helpful!

[@StagnationPrime]

Love it!!

[@squidownzyou]

Look at you!!!!!! Great job Rachel! : )

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thanks Sid ❤!!

[@ryandubinsky7858]

Thank you🙌🏼 10/10 informative

[@JungleJD83]

This was great! Thank you from AUS!

[@Lizzie13sl]

Thank you! A very useful video and explanation! Here recently from Tiktok.

[@sbhamby8707]

I took notes on this like I was back in college😂 Thank you for the detailed info!

[@Jaguarsgarden]

I love stained glass 😭💗 I hope I can afford all these tools some day soon

[@frazzlewitz11]

Very helpful information :) Thank you for your time

[@marikarusnackova8286]

Great video! Thank you❤️

[@EddyNoorGlassPainting]

😊👍 good idea good ArtGlass.... very nice..

[@Jgr1998]

i feel inspired to start making stained glass now, great video! glad to see you on youtube!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Glad you liked it 😊!

[@je8480]

Very informative. Thank you

[@Mr.StainedGlass]

Great stained Glass intro video!

[@suncoastgirl2512]

Great video! Thanks!

[@lauranienhueser541]

I see that you posted this video 2 years ago and you made a comment about how there were no videos on here for beginners and I soooo agree. I had to teach my self back in spring of 2019 how to do it for a class and was shooting around in the dark because nobody was online teaching it. So thank you

[@justineh1103]

I’m a very recent TikTok follower. I’ve been mildly interested in stained glass for a while, but recently ordered a starter kit recommended in one of your TikToks BECAUSE of your videos. I can’t wait to receive it, but in the meantime I’m finding this video very helpful!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

I'm so excited for you! Sorry I just now saw this comment, I never got a notification for it. If you ever have any questions feel free to reach out any time :)

[@Ismail-ku8ov]

That's really helpful i love this video thank you so much

[@do8147]

I just tuned in and love it so far I feel the same you do I am a starter who has not finished because so afraid to make mistakes

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Mistakes are where we learn! Dont be afraid, we've all been beginners at some point :)

[@lindsaymiles9304]

I was recently gifted a ton of stained glass, which was sadly broken. This channel has helped a lot! Thank you !!!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Noooo, a glass tragedy 😭 I'm glad you've found it helpful though!

[@emilytompkins8011]

Great video!! Thank you so much!!

[@loserart5047]

first stained glass video ive watched after gaining a slight interest, and the hands thing changed my mind so fast, i cant even handle paper cuts let alone getting cut by glass all the time lol

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Oh no 😭😂 I will say there are precautionary measures you can take that I choose not to - gloves being the main one!

[@manifestanything6508]

This was INCREDIBLY helpful! Thank you so much. The only thing I bought that wasn't on your list was kevlar gloves, because I have nice hands and want to keep them that way! haha

[@Glassdamselfly]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge:)

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you for watching :)!

[@hannaavalos5484]

Off topic your hair cut is on point I love a curly bang!! Great video very thorough.

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@KingCobra1968]

I love your hands. They are just fine. I love your craft too! I have been interested in this for some time, but have not embarked on the journey yet. I might now. :)

[@ashleyabal8209]

The art behind you is amazing!!!

[@trishahukins9343]

I like your hands. I think hands that make beautiful things cannot help being beautiful in their own way.

[@jenstuff82]

Rosebud salve tin💞😀 My Grandmother always had it. I have several of the tins, that's the new style But I have one or two of the old blue tins. Thank you for sharing your knowledge! :)

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Haha I love that you recognized it! I've purchased the classic/blue one before but I just adore the strawberry version :) Thanks for watching!

[@dees3179]

Well done, really well explained and illustrated. Thank you for the help.

[@hurlscoutss]

I like your hands, I think they're really beautiful. Thank you for this video! ❤️

[@tonydeleo3642]

Working hands show that you have your priorities in the right order! You did a good job on editing the video.