STAINED GLASS FOR BEGINNER - COMPLETE STEP BY STEP VIRTUAL LEARNING - SUNCATCHER

This video is about HOW TO MAKE A STAINED GLASS SUNCATCHER step by step. This is a virtual learning tool for someone who has never done stained glass before or for someone who wants a refresher on each step. Detailed information on each step is provided in this video. Thank you for watching and enjoy STAINED GLASS!

[@shortliner68]

The suncatcher you held up in the beginning is the exact design that was in the center of a stained glass window in the first house we lived in when I was born. With the help of Google Maps Street View I was able to capture the image of the window and I'm recreating that window as my first project. Your videos are very informative and enjoyable. Thank you for posting them.

[@lindalou1593]

Qd

[@evasibrava6895]

I’ve watched a lot of stained glass videos and all were good but I really liked how you explained and did everything so well. Thank you for taking the time to do this for us newbies.

[@tracygallagher506]

Great video! I am just retired and am very excited to try stained glass projects! This tutorial was terrific! Thank you for explaining all of the tools required.

[@robertpeters4075]

Great refresher for someone that hasn't done glass in 10 years. Excellent.

[@kathyholt8686]

Excellent video! I started stain glass 33 years ago at an Air Force base. Haven’t done any in 25 years so I needed a refresher. Your video was perfect. Thank you!

[@owlfire6502]

Awesome..I love the tutorial, I just learned a new hobby to start. Thanks. Great job.

[@nancydawn9671]

Well done video - loved it! Thank you.

[@Katkiwi25]

What a joy :) thank you 🌹🌿

[@sallyjoligocki5011]

Excellent video! I am. About to start a class on stained glass and this is most helpful. Thank you

[@snooopy5000]

Great video! I was interested in learning, and now seeing your video I am more excited!

[@lyngriffin2150]

Thank you for sharing. I enjoyed learning a few extra things I didn’t know from you. I’m a beginner, and you truly inspired me more. Your work hanging around you looks awesome. 🌷

[@michellearnott718]

Thank you 😊

[@bspielman22]

I was already interested, but you tutorial has me really fired up and ready to proceed. Awesome tutorial.

[@farheenviquas6369]

Very informative video, Michelle. Thank you. I use thin plastic sheets to make my pattern pieces. The pattern pieces can be used again even after the glass pieces run through the grinder.

[@stevenvaughan1884]

Great training video, well communicated and your easy on the eyes.

[@MoondawgStudios]

wonderful explainer and patience, im sure your classes are well appreciated

[@alphanada]

Beautifully taught and executed. ✨ At the end, I realized we didn't get to see the cutting of the circular piece in the middle. Cutting rounds by hand (as opposed to a saw) is still a natural challenge. Thank you for the detailed, nicely paced instructions. 🤗

[@michellearnott718]

Thank you, I will be sure to show how to cut a circle in a future video 😊

[@caros6996]

this was a great video, I learned a lot, thank you

[@Opona-123]

Absolutely Awesome

[@yahslionessarisingwatchman2381]

Thank you so much for posting.

[@jccanada9931]

Boy am I glad I found you. I am getting back into making stained glass after over 30 years and I had forgotten some things . Thank you for this great video !!😊❤

[@michellearnott718]

Thank you so much! So glad you’re getting back into this fun craft!! 😀

[@jccanada9931]

@@michellearnott718 well not very much fun right now Michelle I'm having trouble relearning how to score the glass and break it correctly .

[@lorrainedunbar4274]

you are a great instructor

[@dizambelli334]

Excellent explanation. The best video I found on the subject. I’m already hooked on your channel. Shame I am all the way in Brazil or I would get some kits.

[@Choops197]

Thank you Michelle Your videos are invaluable! :) I am just beginning today :D

[@sandrabowie3743]

well explained for a beginner

[@dangsissy220]

Thank you! I accidentally ordered an entire Stainglass making kit in my sleep for like $600. Off to try my first project.

[@deborahc1402]

Love this channel

[@christianmaier364]

I see your glasses 😅. Thank you for the video!

[@judyguccione1694]

This was excellent!! Just found you and really enjoyed your teaching. Please keep doing videos. Thank you 😊

[@pen8197]

Thank you SO MUCH ❤💙💜

[@loripeterson5403]

enjoyed your video, I've been watching several vidoes, yours is very good. One suggestion: most of us struggle with soldering the most, could you get closer with camera for soldering portions? can't wait to see up-coming videos!

[@michellearnott718]

Thank you for the feedback! I do plan to do a video focusing on soldering (you are not the only one requesting this) :)

[@totaleffort]

Hello - thank you so much for the course! Great tutorial! Why two solder irons? Different heat? Different size?

[@zippy7628]

great video i learned a lot from it but i had a couple question i hope you will hep me with. i havent done any stained glass yet and dont even have a soldering iron im in the stage of watching hours of different videos. my question is what watt soldering iron are you using or do i need to do this? what would you recommend? second you mentioned there is a gap on the ring you are hanging it from how much gap is there? thank you.

[@patricialoew5893]

Just bought 4 kits and can't wait to start

[@michellearnott718]

I will be uploading a video in the next couple of days over the sun catchers that are on my website and I will be going over how to make antennas and attaching beak to the owl. Thank you!

[@patricialoew5893]

I finished my owl except for the eyes and beak and wasn't sure how to do them. I will be looking for your next video. On to the bee so will need help with antennas. Did you upload video yet?

[@BrianUrlacherPoliSci]

Thanks for this. Really nice intro video!

[@sullivanrally]

Your videos are great and very clear to understand! Thank you! Question: do you sell and ship to VA stained glass sheets on their own? I am still practicing and learning this craft after having stopped it about 25 years ago! I want to give myself some time before I move on to bigger projects so I will be ordering one or two of your suncatchers. In the meantime, I would just like to know where I can purchase larger sheets (8x10) in the future. We, unfortunately, do not have any stained glass shops, no Hobby Lobby, etc. Thanks, again!

[@michellearnott718]

I may consider selling sheets of glass in the future. Right now, I’m still just trying to get the basics on my website while running an open studio. Thanks so much! Happy cutting:)

[@juliolmeda5366]

Great video. Could you please go over how to stop pieces from growing? Also if you use a sharpie do you cut on the inside of the line to keep pieces the same. Do you use the special scissors to stop pieces from growing?

[@michellearnott718]

Thank you! To keep pieces from growing, I cut right in my marker line and then grind the marker line completely off. I will try to go over this in an upcoming video :)

[@gailporterfield6773]

Just now as a 66 year old getting started in stain glass! Love your video! Wondering if you can mail any of your kits? That would be Great for beginning!

[@michellearnott718]

Hi, that’s great! And you can order kits from my website www.diamondrockglassstudio.com I’m adding more kits soon and will be ongoing. Thanks so much, Michelle :)

[@olibhe1]

Wonderful,I love it. Do you post to Ireland

[@michellearnott718]

Hi, thank you! I’m sorry, I am currently not set up with deliveries outside of the United States. My website is fairly new and as I add more things, I may figure out shipping internationally.

[@margaritaarreola9755]

♥️😍

[@MissKyliee]

I love your videos. Where do I buy a kit? I don’t live nearby your studio.

[@michellearnott718]

Hi, I am sorry I am just getting back to you, I just now saw your comment. Thank you. I am working on a Website where all videos and kits will easily be accessed. It should be up in about 2 weeks. diamondrockglassstudio.com but for now, you can send any requests to my email [e-mail] Thank you for watching, I am also currently working on more videos and kits.

[@MICHELLEEVANS33]

What brand of solder iron do I pick? I've heard that some people like the one that has the temperature control on the end?

[@freeyoursoul8879]

How do we get a black and white copy for doing this project thanks so much this is beautiful

[@gab7848]

I watched you video hoping to get to know at what temperature should the solder iron be and what tip to use too. Thank you

[@michellearnott718]

Hi, I will be sure to do a video all about soldering and these things. Your iron should be around 700 for standard 60/40 solder. I like to use a 3/8 inch tapered chisel tip on my soldering iron but I have had success with other sizes (smaller and larger). Thanks for watching!

[@gab7848]

@@michellearnott718 Thank you!🙂

[@MICHELLEEVANS33]

Do you have to use the patina? I mean there's a product called Pearl Ex Pigments and it comes in a powder form in all different colors and you can put it on any metal to change the color, can it be used to change the color of the solder line instead of the patina?

[@markgallagher325]

Do you have a list and price list for all of your current kits? I do fusing, leaded, and soldered glass art. I have all the tools including a grinder, Taurus 3 ring saw, and a 16 in paragon glass kiln. Thank you

[@thameemanees2934]

After ur video Going Freak to try out.Do u have any website so I can purchase small kit and practice glass spinner.

[@MICHELLEEVANS33]

How do you use the pliers that have the two round blades on the end?

[@carolsteele6191]

Do you always have to put the ruff side of the glass facing down?

[@ellagregory818]

Hello new to the channel and new to doing stained glass. I have a question, why did your dust pan move when you was talking about watching your pattern grow ? It was just strange lol

[@MICHELLEEVANS33]

How do I decid what brand of flux or flux cleaner to use?

[@SusanPearley]

What glass grinder do you like?

[@Jag101]

I would like to purchase the flower kit that’s in this video. Is it available?

[@michellearnott718]

I just put my website up www.diamondrockglassstudio.com I will be adding to my shop on a daily basis, Thank you! Michelle

[@KenzertYT]

where do you get your glass from and/or where is a good place to look?

[@michellearnott718]

I personally go to Ed Hoy International. I have a wholesale account there for my business. Unfortunately for glass hobbyists, there are not as many small studios around as there used to be. I don’t know where you live or if there is a studio near you to go to. You can go to my website www.diamondrockglassstudio.com I am in process of building my website and virtual video library with kits for convenience of complete projects. I will also eventually be adding glass packs for purchase. Hobby Lobby does have glass, although I have heard issues about their glass quality. But if you’re just starting out and want glass to work with and practice, I think their glass is fine. Hope this helps :)

[@onyxwelborne]

Can you make jewelry from stained glass, or would it be too heavy?

[@michellearnott718]

Sure, you could! I would probably use lead free solder, though :)

[@llv5236]

Please Provide the name Of The cream used last (when the project is completed) to clean the stained glass. Thank you

[@melodyfisher9231]

Do u ship out ur kits? I live in Munster,In and would love to buy a couple of kits

[@michellearnott718]

Hi, yes, I do ship out kits. Just so you are aware, I will have a Website up and running in a week or two with all my virtual videos and a page where you may click and purchase any of the kits. For now, you may order directly from me. Thank you! Watch for www.diamondrockglassstudio.com :)

[@beccam1007]

If you cut your pattern piece from thin cardboard will that make it more reusable?

[@michellearnott718]

Yes, good point! Thank you :)

[@pamelalittlefield4608]

Hi...I just started doing stain glass. Were do I buy the kits? ty!!

[@michellearnott718]

Hi, you may visit my website at www.diamondrockglassstudio.com thank you!

[@jacquesomersavard7257]

do you have special technic for cutting yin yan figure

[@CindyKelley-gr6ng]

What mm solder is used amongst the stained glass community? I got A 0.8mm and it’s so tiny

[@DeserieDrew]

I'm interested in your kits!

[@michellearnott718]

They can be found at www.diamondrockglassstudio.com :)

[@sabihaishra2338]

where can I get all those tools and chemicals?

[@cherylortiz2036]

How do I buy kits? I use to do this & needed a refresher course. TY

[@michellearnott718]

Thanks for the feedback; glad you’re getting back into stained glass! My kits are on my website www.diamondrockglassstudio.com :)

[@choyaprice9017]

A close up of what you are doing would be helpful

[@robertwassink5344]

How do I order a suncatcher kit?

[@sandygrignon6419]

I would like to know how to order the starter kit from you.

[@michellearnott718]

You may go to www.diamondrockglassstudio.com thank you!

[@dumpsterfire6351]

Whats in that patina?

[@eloisestevens6582]

How can I receive The pattern that you are using in this video?

[@jacquesomersavard7257]

I put the ring wiht magnet ;like this i have my 2 hand to work a 1\4x1\4 1 inch long is ok but sometime I use magnet from vintage 5 inch floopy drive the magnet are round 3 inch anf lfat put is unther the glas put the aliging the ring and wellding very fast

[@abigailcruzramos5565]

What is the name of the wax you applied?

[@mayrac7778]

We're is you studio to take classes and how much are the anges

[@barbaracadwell3091]

It looks like you are using an 80 watt iron. Is it? Just wondering.

[@susantester895]

Do you still offer the kits mentioned in this video from 2020?

[@michellearnott718]

Yes! You may visit www.diamondrockglassstudio.com thank you!

[@jccanada9931]

Michelle I really like your videos but would you mind slowing down the cutting process. Especially cutting out circles .I'm learning.

[@michellearnott718]

I will try to make more videos including cutting instruction. Thanks for the feedback and watching!

[@jccanada9931]

Thank you!!

[@jccanada9931]

Michelle can you tell me how to cut very small pieces without cutting my fingers! I am not good at cutting little pieces and when I try to perfect them with grinder my fingers are cut alot from having to hold them steady to the grinder. I don't know what finger protectors to use that won't lose dexterity. Real bummer. I just made a stained glass lighthouse and for the life of me I couldn't get the little pieces of the top of the lighthouse to cut accurately and fit. So frustrating.

[@tonydeleo3642]

You did not mention eye protection before starting the cutting segment

[@denisesetar9088]

Where do you buy glass?

[@michellearnott718]

I go to Ed Hoy in Warrenville, IL I have a wholesale account with them but they do sell retail as well.

[@brigitterheaume9273]

where can we find the pattern you used ? Thanks :-)

[@ohiopipper3956]

Where is your website to order the kit

[@michellearnott718]

www.diamondrockglassstudio.com 🥰

[@jccanada9931]

How in the world do you cut a hummingbird beak?? I am a beginner I can't do that.

[@maryelizabethdowns42]

Where are you located? I want to try this so so so bad but I really want to take a class

[@michellearnott718]

I’m in Tomahawk Wisconsin:)

[@maryelizabethdowns42]

@@michellearnott718 do you sell the kits today do class like at home while following the videos?

[@maryelizabethdowns42]

If so where can I buy them from?

[@veronicahunt1762]

Why don’t you bead the edge with solder? The tinning is not enough solder.

[@michellearnott718]

Hi Veronica, for a first time suncatcher class, I dont typically cover the beading. I go over the very basics which I feel what I cover for someone's first time, is sufficient. You may disagree with me, but for very small projects, I dont always find the effort vs benefit of beading is really 100% necessary, as long as you are careful with your piece, especially during the washing and waxing part. Also, I make sure the stop and start of the foil is inside a seam if not beading. I appreciate the feedback and thanks for watching :)

[@suejeffers8961]

How do I order kits

[@michellearnott718]

Hi, you can go to www.diamondrockglassstudio.com and go to the shop page to order kits. Thanks so much! Michelle

[@sharonowen8622]

Do you still sell starter kits.

[@michellearnott718]

Yes:) www.diamondrockglassstudio.com

[@halbertr]

How do we order the kits?

[@michellearnott718]

Go to www.diamondrockglassstudio.com thank you :)

[@ritanelson3352]

How do I buy a kit

[@michellearnott718]

You can go to my shop page on my website www.diamondrockglassstudio.com thank you! Michelle

[@lindabenfield]

How do I order a kit from you?

[@michellearnott718]

You may go to www.diamondrockglassstudio.com thank you :)

[@StGammon77]

Hi Im in NZ, thanks for the vid. I find it strange that Americans say sodder instead of solder

[@beccam1007]

How much is the starter kit?

[@michellearnott718]

Hi, Becca, thanks for watching. My website will be up and active early next week where you may view all kits and prices www.diamondrockglassstudio.com

[@beccam1007]

@@michellearnott718 great thank you! I can hardly wait

[@stacywalter7109]

Where can I buy a kit?

[@michellearnott718]

Hi, I am sorry I am just getting back to you, I just now saw your comment. Thank you. I am working on a Website where all videos and kits will easily be accessed. It should be up in about 2 weeks. diamondrockglassstudio.com but for now, you can send any requests to my email [e-mail] Thank you for watching, I am also currently working on more videos and kits.

[@SillyWilly191]

Hi

[@sumbl1ss]

whats the spool? you just call it solder, no explanation, but the action youre taking is soldering, with the iron. so for beginners that raises questions. with searching, its a spool of solder. so you dont need to answer, or ask.

[@DigginDad]

She explained exactly what is was.

[@sapancahappyhousebungalov5973]

Are you fiance still. You are wondwefool. Thank youç

[@CindyKelley-gr6ng]

What mm solder is used amongst the stained glass community? I got A 0.8mm and it’s so tiny

[@robertwassink5344]

How do I order a suncatcher kit?

[@michellearnott718]

If you go to www.diamondrockglassstudio.com you will find suncatcher kits in my shop page, thank you! Michelle