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

[@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!!!

[@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 😂😊

[@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.

[@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

[@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!.

[@allandriver2066]

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

[@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 :)!

[@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!

[@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.

[@Pixie_Of_SJ]

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.

[@garyandcarolynwilkinson5662]

GOOD TO FIND SOMEONEONE USEING BASIC TALK AND HELP

[@cae2212]

As a carpenter apprentice that also sews as a hoby and likes going boldering from time to time (and now considers trying stained glas) i relate to the hands part a lot. My body must hate me for the amount of repair work we have to invest in my hands alone by now

[@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!!

[@baliankorvus5802]

Thank you so much for this content. I had volunteered at a summer art program in MO and an artist had done a stained glass class, so I learned a lot about doing these art projects. It was amazing; I would love to do this again years later. Thank you so much! I'm def going to upgrade from jewelry making to stained glass creations.

[@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

[@BirchGlass]

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

[@travelinghermit]

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

[@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 :)!

[@melissachandler5990]

This is exactly the information I was looking for. Thank you!

[@amgreer7]

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

[@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!! 😂

[@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 :)

[@ritadeklerk3932]

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

[@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

[@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!

[@meganharper6566]

Super comprehensive! Thank you! 💕

[@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!

[@hannaavalos5484]

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

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@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!

[@miriamwalker5211]

I love your class. Can I use a type of glove that will prevent cuts on my hands?

[@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

[@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!

[@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...

[@B.Harper7]

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

[@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!

[@hollytaylor9421]

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

[@Droppedonmyhead1]

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

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you so much!

[@emilymorales5887]

You did a great job and there’s NOTHING wrong with your pretty hands!!

[@BullsStrength]

This is amazing. Great work Rachel!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thanks a million :)

[@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. :)

[@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!

[@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

[@sbhamby8707]

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

[@drayden18]

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

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Haha thanks so much, glad you enjoyed the video!

[@TarasTankFriends]

Hello, I'm a newer to this, and the closet solder I could find was 63/37. I really like working with it, but I've heard 60/40 for foil work so often and that 63/37 is mostly for "decorative soldering". I don't know what that means because it all needs to look good, lol. Anyway, my question is: is there anything wrong with using 63/37 for foil construction? Tried googling that but couldn't find an answer, so your answer is greatly appreciated! Dawn dish soap does in fact work really well for cleaning Flux off finished pieces. Thanks again!🙂

[@Mr.StainedGlass]

You can use the 63 37, however, you can also purchase different grades of solder from different companies online.

[@galaxycleric]

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

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Glad you liked it 😊!

[@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.

[@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!

[@camcrid]

I’m thinking about getting into this and appreciate your video. And your hands are cute. They work hard.

[@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.

[@Artzandcatz]

I gave up on my hand model career years ago! 😂 I work with wood and other media (artist) Thank you for this video!! You rock! 🤟😻

[@thecontentcoachkim]

Very nice video explaining the basics of getting started in stained glass. I like how you have a few improvised tools that work just as well as the ones you purchase retail. Do you have a breakdown of the total cost to get started? When I taught classes in the 80s and 90s it was about $100 to $150, but I have no idea what it would cost now.

[@lgbabbs]

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

[@deannamarie3041]

Where is your favorite places to get glass? Excellent video thank you!!!

[@purpleren3312]

Finally had time to sit and watch! Amazing!

[@KierLightraven]

Hey Bear, Great tutorial video!

[@squidownzyou]

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

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thanks Sid ❤!!

[@tsukii.hana22]

I used to work in a bar and if I ever got a glass splinter I couldn’t get with tweezers, I would put some tape on the area and pull it off and it worked every time!

[@marvalenejohnson8032]

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

[@chrisjones3901]

I'm a newbie which video would you recommend I watch of yours next.liked the detail of this one.

[@Ismail-ku8ov]

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

[@madwilliamflint]

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

[@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!

[@smileyriley1001]

I recently found a class in my area but it’s about the same price as the beginner kit you linked 😓 Kind of considering taking the leap, buying the kit, and just going for it 😬 (Or checking facebook marketplace first lol) I’ve been in the pits of depression for waaay too long but theres something about glass art that has thoroughly inspired me and it’s got me, like, impatient? Almost? lol I just wanna MAKE something and DO something out of my comfort zone for the first time in years. Aaaanyways, all this to say thank you for adding some fuel to the fire under my ass ✨ Idk how I’m gonna find the money for this new found passion but I really feel like I need to be doing this 🤷🏼‍♀️ One way or another.

[@alyduran2097]

I feel exactly the same way!!! I’ve been trying to flex my creative muscles lately and have been watching a lot of art tok, I just realized wow. They all started somewhere. I can too!

[@erinbradshaw1024]

If I have nails and no bandaids - I haven't done any glass for at least a week. Also I recommend Drawing Salve (Smile's PRID)/ Ichthammol Ointment for glass splinters.

[@piotrjanczewski863]

very good movie, well explained, greetings from Poland!

[@SeriouslyCreative]

I'm all for banged up artist hands (have them myself) 😋 but couldn't you wear more protective gloves to stop the cuts and stuff? Love the video, very helpful thank you!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Absolutely! I've heard other stained glass artists say the same thing as me - gloves are helpful but are mostly not preferred since it limits dexterity. I will just have to live with my cut up, calloused little hands 😂

[@kalebstout7673]

Thank you so much for this video!! Curious where did you get the soldering iron stand?!??

[@Skye_Leith]

thanks for your generosity, you’re a peach!

[@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! ❤

[@frazzlewitz11]

Very helpful information :) Thank you for your time

[@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!

[@tracypackard3681]

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

[@DayDreamerInWonderland]

Thanks to your content - this one in particular - I just ordered my beginner kit. I changed my option to the convertible grinder. I appreciate you!! ❤ Also: Welcome to Mommyhood! Congratulations!

[@sandramccrea8241]

So happy to see you on KZbin now!

[@manonstane7084]

Thank you for this video! Keep on doing you!

[@h8yners]

Excellent video. Thank you!

[@TheDutchDutchess373]

Your hands look fine..♡ And i love your work. Be safe! ♡

[@ninjapie9725]

Thanks so much this is going to be my Christmas gift for my wife so she can have artistic expression and im curious myself

[@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!

[@Dionysus999]

Thanks for the warning of cuts x.x I wanted to wear protective gloves and goggles but I don't know if I can handle getting constant cuts so I will just buy stain glass rather then make my own 😅

[@McGillsWarehouse-GlassSupplies]

I LOVE that you pointed out that people making jewelry should be SURE to get "lead free" solder. That was awesome, and really important to tell people who might be making jewelry. I think for most people, the lead free is going to be the way to go no matter what you're making, but some hardcore glass heads still do some lead stuff for stained glass for sure. it's easier to work with and flows better, also the finish on lead-free solder can be a little grainier than either 50/50 or 60/40 and you will need more heat to flow it. I would only use lead free myself but it's a little harder to master. no matter how great your ventilation is, that's LEAD. to each his own on the lead right, but it IS serious stuff, and certainly has no place in jewelry making omg, thkat is horrifying that many people are probably doing that out there without realizing it...or even caring that tnen SELLING THE JEWELRY to others!! . in truth, most people are getting lead from all sorts of stuff already, including their water in many cases. and probably in some of the food they eat as well (including some types of salt even!) but lead solder in the production of jewelery is a truly horrifying thought oh man.

[@mbvoelker8448]

My DH and I are enrolled in stained glass classes with an eye to craft sales as a retirement job. It won't be the first time my hands have been beaten up. When I was a commercial sewer my co-workers and I would compare calluses from different jobs. A friend summed up our attitude once, saying with pride "You can tell we work for a living." A craftsman's capable hands are a beautiful thing.

[@nikkilingenfelter5719]

I love how candid you were about you will get hurt. Have bandaids lol

[@hurlscoutss]

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

[@jennbaker4729]

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

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

🥰🥰 I'm glad to finally be here too!

[@ragdollrose2687]

I clicked so fast! I started a class on thermofusion glass work (might be the wrong name in english for that, I don't know 😅) in September and my cousin is going to lend me her stained glass kit soon. I just fell in love with learning this new craft/art! I'm just a beginner and I can't afford any of the supplies (the class is at my workplace with all the supplies included, thankfully), but I would love to integrate glasswork and ceramics in my art practice someday 😊

[@darlahouse6556]

I am curious if you have a book of patterns for beginners you could recommend buying off of Amazon since I don't own a printer at home??

[@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.

[@shanaywhaley8063]

omg only 50 likes? im only 26 seconds in and this is already content i am LIVING for also youre so adorable and im loving your room

[@shanaywhaley8063]

omg and the calatheas !

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you so much 😭❤!!

[@diana_gir1]

In regards to your hands, Wearing proper PPE will help and being creative in finding ways to make things work for you might help. I personally find that different types of gloves helped me for certain projects. IE leather, nitrile etc per appropriate task application. Also using using moisturizer, lotions as needed and drying powder as needed depending upon the gloves and your personal hand sweating conditions.

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thanks for the tips! I think most of my problem comes down to pure laziness, haha.

[@elisabethnm4492]

Well, that was a really useful video 😊! I think I'll be giving it a try, since I want to do some stuff for my home. My only concern is about the patina; I've seen some other people rinsing the excess in the sink... Given the harmful and poisonous effects of such products it doesn't seem to me the best practice if we care about the environment and aquatic life, so do you have any tips on how to get rid of it and clean the patina in a responsible way? I'd appreciate the tips!

[@JungleJD83]

This was great! Thank you from AUS!

[@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🤗🙋👏👍❤

[@Brublondie1]

Well done Rach!!! Proud of you!!! ❤️

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you

[@jackieforest677]

So glad I found your video! I inherited some buckets of glass scraps, a kiln, and some jewelry supplies from a family member that passed. I didn't realize that most stained glassnis soldered not fired... is the glass that he used for firing fine for using with soldering??

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Hi Jackie! I'm not super familiar with fine details of fusing glass, but I do know that fusible glass is perfectly fine for using in soldered stained glass projects! Ive used it plenty of times and often the solid colors work very well for background for my projects. The only place the glass doesnt cross over is for firing. If its not specified fusible and fired in a kiln it's incompatible and can explode.