STAINED GLASS GRINDING

In todays video im going to be showing you guys how I grind all the sharp edges off my stained glass, in prep for the next step, copper foiling! Dont forget to subscribe and check out my etsy shop and instagram!
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Tools used in this video-
* GRINDER- www.amazon.com...
GRINDING BIT LARGE- www.amazon.com...
GRINDING BIT 1/4"- www.amazon.com...
GLASS MUD SCOOPER- www.amazon.com...
SAFETY GLASSES MULTIPACK (I like variety)- www.amazon.com...
Because so many have asked-
Tip your glass teacher! - My Venmo is- @Makenzie-Hallie
THANK YOU FOR WATCHING!

[@lindaballard3250]

Is there a pattern for this piece in this video? If so where can I find it?

[@MakenzieHallie]

Hello! I hand draw all of my own stencils, and would always urge you to do the same! It keeps all of our work unique! In this video, I will show you how I make my stencils! 🖤 kzbin.info/www/bejne/imHFhKmpq51ggLM

[@joycekingsbury9772]

This 83 YO retiree Thanks You ! Your style is superb, videos easy to understand and it is fun to watch you on KZbin! You are one, talented, classy lady!

[@MakenzieHallie]

Thank you so so much. So kind.

[@joannajoven3481]

Thank you Makenzie.....I am a 71 year old retire e trying to learn stained glass and your videos have been amazing and very encouraging. I have been successful in cutting and now have my first grinder, with your help I'm ready to give it a try. You are so creative and I could watch those beautiful hands of yours do their magic all day long. Keep doing what you do. 😊wish me luck!!!

[@MakenzieHallie]

Thank you so much Joanna! Best compliment I could get. I have a thing for people's hands/ what they show. You've got this!! 💪🖤

[@silentM000N]

Finally a stain glass artist that explains the little things everyone else looks over. Love how authentic the voice over id! Can’t wait to see the rest of your videos.

[@MakenzieHallie]

Hello!! Thank you for watching!!! I worry doing videos this long, but there is just so much info to try and pack in!!! So glad your enjoying my videos!!

[@squange20]

Even though I’m four years too late in watching this video, it’s worth it. This has to be best video on glass grinding. Thank you very much.

[@MakenzieHallie]

Thank you! So glad you enjoyed it. 🙏🏻🖤

[@GraphixGoddess]

I needed a visual example of someone grinding glass - for a writing project - and it was difficult to find anything I could understand. Thank you so much for posting this video. It was incredibly informative and you are really easy to hear! Good luck on your beautiful projects. 🍀

[@MakenzieHallie]

Thank you so much! So glad it was helpful and good luck with your writing!! 🖤🖤🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@GraphixGoddess]

@@MakenzieHallie thank you!

[@clairehenderson7278]

you make it look so easy! I can't tell you how much i enjoy your videos. You are a great teacher! i just unboxed my glastar diamond glass grinder that i purchased over a year ago and it is missing many parts. i haven't started this new hobby as my husband suffered a terrible cancer battle and now i have a lot of time on my hands. :( i understand glastar has gone out of business so am trying to figure out what i can do to sub for parts since they are no longer available. Thank you for your excellent videos. I am so grateful!

[@michellepaultaylor3985]

Thank you for your very useful information! I am 52 and love your very matter of fact style of teaching. I have now finished my first piece and am really excited to start the next.

[@MakenzieHallie]

Awesome!!! Welcome to stained glass. Thank you so much for watching!

[@m.r.6807]

I am impressed how you manage to keep your hands and manicure so neat doing such rough work

[@MakenzieHallie]

Alot of work on my hands too. lol! Thank you.

[@nz1268]

Great teaching video. I’m just starting to look around. I need to learn to cut and everything else Thx for your great video

[@Cjv123]

Thanks for sharing this vid. Excellent info & presentation! ❤

[@MakenzieHallie]

Thank you!

[@jillicious2072]

Ty for making these videos!❤

[@rossfranklin6117]

GREAT! Appreciate you putting these vids together.

[@MakenzieHallie]

Absolutely! Appreciate you watching!

[@jenniferm.4391]

Thank you for the thorough explanation on everything. I really appreciate it, as I’m just starting out. 💕

[@MakenzieHallie]

Your welcome! Here if you have any questions. Welcome to stained glass!!

[@jaminejedly3297]

Great information. Thanks!

[@peteraldrich2524]

thank you for detail to my new hobby have gained confidence keen to know how to start to thank you again..ps enjoy the different designs on your hands to

[@MakenzieHallie]

Thank you so much!! Glad its inspiring!!

[@egg1223]

Tysm for including links to your bits in the description, I have the same grinder from the Delphi starter kit and I really didn't want to spend time researching bits!

[@MakenzieHallie]

Happy to help!!!

[@pamelamorrison5948]

grinder bit is called what and where can I buy one? The smaller one. Excellent video!

[@christina413]

Ty for adding the links of where to find the tools 🙌🏾

[@MakenzieHallie]

You can find links in my stained glass supplies and tools video!

[@tammy__8161]

Thank you for your videos!

[@stewartmccallum5270]

I own several dremel tools and love them for all the different hobbies and crafts I enjoy ... is there a bit that I could use with my Dremel tool to grind and smooth glass ? I understand that having a dedicated glass grinder would be the ultimate way to do it if I was going to get into this seriously but just starting out would that be an option?

[@bonnienieman3414]

Thank you !!! I now know how to get those tiny areas! Subscribed and look forward to seeing more of your work!

[@MakenzieHallie]

So glad your enjoying my channel! Thank you for watching!

[@jenniferbeard6421]

So helpful!!! Thank you for the super informative video!

[@MakenzieHallie]

Thank you for watching!

[@philgray1023]

Thanks for the video Makenzie. So helpful to see.

[@MakenzieHallie]

So glad you found it helpful!! Thank you for watching!!!

[@maryk7376]

Thanks for making these videos.

[@MakenzieHallie]

Thanks for watching!

[@iheartlucy89]

Hi! I really love your videos! They have provided me a lot of info that I forgot about. I picked up stained glass again after taking classes like 10 years ago! My question is: do you use something over the sharpie to get it to stay better on the glass while grinding? I find that my sharpie lines disappear before I am able to grind completely. Thanks in advance! Keep being you and never stop what you're doing 💜

[@LillyKiarraGolden]

I’ve been using the bit that came with the gryphette grinder and I’m finding that the glass I’m grinding is chipping around the edges which is making copper foiling difficult. I’m doing my best to not use too much pressure on the bit while grinding but I’m still having issues. Do you think this has to do with the bit I’m using or the glass or the technique? Thank you so much for these videos, they’re so informative.

[@pamjames]

Answered many questions! Thanks again!

[@MakenzieHallie]

You are so welcome!! Thank you for watching!

[@oulewappeur76]

Thanks for the video!

[@pamelamorrison5948]

Just found this video, excellent! But what is the smaller grinder bit called, I didn’t know it was available??

[@MakenzieHallie]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZWrloeqo7-WnZo I go over them all in this vid!

[@elberbelbers]

Enjoyed that. I love watching what other people are doing. Have you ever watch Dichroic Glass Man? I like his videos. On my grinder I can stack my bits. I like the convenience but I rarely use the small one. I just got a real small one you can actually grind a small hole in the glass with. Have you used those before?

[@MakenzieHallie]

Absolutely! I go over all different types of bits in my grinder bit video! I have not seen dichroic man, I actually do not watch/follow any glass content on social media! Strannggeee!! Thank you for watching!!

[@dianelivingston4674]

How often do you change your water in your grinder? Do use coolant in your grinder? Thank you very much

[@MakenzieHallie]

Everytime your done using it, it needs to be emptied and cleaned. I do not use coolant! 🖤

[@plamenapapazova1966]

Hi. Beautiful work. Is the sponge something special or just a regular sponge?

[@TammyMartinBLUE]

My favorite group! Oh ad was for Amnesty International 🙂. Yep supporting by watching! I hope everyone knows that?

[@cherrycheerstar]

Any advice on how to get a bit off that seems stuck? I have the same grinder that I bought second hand and ive been unable to get the bit off to change 😔

[@RobinStAmour]

Cool , hi , I have an airbrushed 6 ft wooden Eagle wall hanging and I'm going to place mirror feathers into it , thanx for the help , wanna see it afterwards ?

[@peaceL0VEdream]

Love you videos! What’s you grinder set up? Is that just a plastic mat under the grinder? I’ve heard some people use like a fish tank and their side to grind in to contain the mess. Any suggestions?

[@johngoudie6676]

Thanks for a great video! I really enjoy your work! Just wondering if you can recommend a particular glass grinding unit or are the pretty much the same? Thanks!

[@MakenzieHallie]

The two I've shown on my channel are the only ones I'm truly familiar with and would recommend! The gryphette and the gryphon convertible if your into that jazz!

[@heatherwhite6425]

I wish I would have found your channel sooner! I’ve been doing stained glass for a few years and I had no idea how to get the small spaces! Do you think this type of grinder is worth the money?! I always go back and forth on buying one

[@maryjaneiro2942]

hello, i am cutting plain glass for practice. i noticed that after grinding, my edges on both sides are brittle, is there a way to polish the glass edges, or is it my grinding bit? it was given to me, so it may be old. thanks in advance, i love your work.

[@joycekingsbury9772]

Thanks!

[@MakenzieHallie]

Thank you Joyce

[@donnakarp3161]

Hi Makenzie..loving your videos relearning stained glass..what do you use under your grinder black tray.. thank you !!

[@briand3100]

Is the Wizard IV ok to use on lapidary items too- to provide a true vertical wall when initiating a cabachon?

[@lindadami243]

Thank you for explaining this so thoroughly! I got some used stained supplies from cl but I've been intimidated by the grinder and setting it up. I was wondering, if I'm practicing foiling/soldering on some of my glass pieces that were my practice glass for cutting, do I still need to grind it? Or should I grind it anyway, even though it fits perfectly, so I don't cut my fingers while foiling?

[@MakenzieHallie]

Awesome, I'm glad you found it helpful! And yes, I would suggest still grinding it! The only way to get familiar with the grinder it is to practice! Prevents slices and helps the foil stick too! Practice practice practice!! 🖤

[@artintegrations6510]

What type of soldering mat are you using? Also, have you ever used a radius grinder bit? Will the ripple grinder bit do the same thing? Thanks

[@MakenzieHallie]

Essentially yes, but the radius edger bit does not have the size options to actually fit different rippled glass. And soldering mat is legit just a soldering mat!

[@yvonneschimmel453]

Do you vacuum the power left on the premises after your done or how do you clean afterwards?

[@brit411jc]

Yeah... Your nail color changed! #CostumeChange :0)

[@HeartAliveToday]

Do these glass grinders work on porcelain and broken pieces of ceramic?

[@MakenzieHallie]

I do believe they do, but I'm not positive. I would look into the specific grinders/bits and sew what manufacturers recommend.

[@wewantalovebizarre]

You mentioned drilling a hole in the glass with the smaller grinder. How would you do that?

[@MakenzieHallie]

Indeed! Thank you katrina, and I'm sorry I missed your comment Cat!

[@sweetscraftboutique1430]

What do you do with the old "glass water" & sand that you clean out? Is it safe to go down the sink, or should it be disposed of another way?

[@MakenzieHallie]

Absolutely DO NOT put any glass mud, water or anything down your sink. I just posted a video on grinder care, and go over all of it much more in depth then my normal comments on it. Very last video I posted. 🖤

[@yvonneschimmel453]

Do you wear a mask as you cut and sand glass?

[@jrobertson825]

Do you drain your water after every session?

[@MakenzieHallie]

Absolutely. But full disclosure, many people literally let it evaporate and just leave them until they need it next. Lol

[@rufhdrake9553]

What do you use if you don't have a grinding machine yet? Ive only just started. Thanks Ruth x

[@MakenzieHallie]

Unfortunately you need a grinder! For strength, quality and safety for the maker and buyer! (If your just testing things out to toss, skip grinding and practice the other steps!) 🖤

[@Luckygurl408]

I actually used Diamond tile files. Found them at Home Depot for about $20. I change my craft preference so often that I wanted to be sure I liked the whole glass thing. My husband said I definitely put in the work so go ahead and get the grinder. Life changing !!OMG…,so much faster.

[@sandyskobla3314]

Good Afternoon Makenzie, This is a little off topic but, the grinder seems to make my nails split. I tried wearing finger tip protectors but nothing works. I am not using my nails agents the glass. Any ideas ? TIA

[@MakenzieHallie]

Oh jeez I have no idea!! Since mine are fake, I have zero tips on that front!!! Im sorry!! I imagine it's the water? I'm not sure!!!!

[@sandyskobla3314]

@@MakenzieHallie THANKS

[@toastercat2946]

Are there any alternatives to these machines? Or is it it possible to skip this step?

[@lianalrubbaii5465]

Which grinder is the best for 220v ?

[@richreed9927]

First, the grinding head can be adjusted up and down the drive shaft, just loosen the bolt, slide the grinder up or down a scotch, and tighten. Second, I've installed the skinny bit atop the regular grinder using the bit of shaft poking out the top. It has worked fine, I only use it briefly and remove it immediately when going back to the main grinder. Third, I have watched several of your excellent videos and I am amazed at your knowledge, at your ability to share, and that you can do any of this with those fingernails! (:{D>

[@ccc3094]

Hello I love your work could you help me with some idea of ​​a homemade machine to make bevels mirror PLEASEE! ( amazon)

[@vickielofgren930]

What are the bit sizes you are using

[@savannahcrowder6976]

How do you know when to replace the grinding bit with a new one?

[@annenid828]

how do you know when to get rid of a bit?

[@earlbaxter]

you should invest in a cheap drill press and diamond core bits from the big box stores to cut holes and a taurus ring saw and a c40 tall diamond band saw for fine detail. all of this is super good tools if affordable thanx for the tutelage.

[@kimgumm4403]

Get 2 litter empty pop Plastic bottle poke hole in middle part put water in it cap take on and off it do stream water. Buy drill bit from menards it for tile glass 8 bucks the botlle put steam water while you are drilling easy cheap. Wet drill for holes like for flower plates holes !!

[@MakenzieHallie]

Gotta watch some of my other videos! 🖤

[@earlbaxter]

I do have a drill press and diamond core bits I bought a couple years ago. i also have a shed full of glass and glass tools such as a taurus saw a wet saw a gryphon C 40 tall for tricky stuff and then some . I need to get back at it.

[@earlbaxter]

I also have a jool tool and he disks for soft and hard rocks. that was a pricey tool

[@MakenzieHallie]

Thats awesome!! Pricey, but so much fun! New tools are always a blast!!

[@jacquesomersavard7257]

if you do not have grinding machine maybe like me use my radial harm scaw whit a jacob schuck in vertial mode easy powewrfull also able to use in horozontal mode ; maybe aphot later ;also as a pushing glass I use a 2 liter cap whit a lobster rubber around it cheap and safe photo later

[@molliedavis7277]

Do I need grinder coolant?

[@MakenzieHallie]

You do not. That is optional!

[@amandacundy2360]

Finally got round to doing my first glass on glass mosaic, having watched this video, I purchased a grinder, (so worth it) and I’m now just waiting for the right piece of glass to mount my project on, thank you so much for your fantastic videos, I have learnt so much and putting it into practice is such fun. I can’t add a photo here but I’m really pleased. Thanks again.

[@MakenzieHallie]

That's awesome, i'm so glad your enjoying the art!! Thank you so much for watching!!

[@leelomas7517]

how do you clean up your smock

[@MakenzieHallie]

Probably not going to like this answer, but I feel honesty is always important. It's been a couple years now since I've worn one. I wear nothing now and jump in the shower. I left it in my grinding room and just threw it in the wash when it REALLY needed it!

[@mrhood3977]

Do i have to buy a glass grinder?

[@MakenzieHallie]

If your going to make stained glass seriously, then yes. If you want to make like 1, random piece and never again then I'd say skip it. All glass edges need to be ground for foil strength and shape.

[@elainesouza7167]

Hi , is it possible to make beveled glass in this machine ?

[@MakenzieHallie]

I do not believe so. Buying beveled pieces are a pre done affair. However, because I've gotten so many questions recently about bevels, I am looking into an attainable way for regular people like us to do them. As with most glass info, Google is not much help but I would say start searching there. And know meantime that I'm working on a way to do them, as well as a very intelligent engineer and friend here on KZbin. As soon as we have some answers and solutions I will absolutely do a video on making them. 🖤🖤

[@elainesouza7167]

I found a glass beveling and polishing machine on youtube video but it's from Argentine and the name of the company is GALA do you know ? This machine is very similar like yours

[@elainesouza7167]

Juan Carlos Acevedo Barrientos Channel on youtube

[@MakenzieHallie]

I'm not familiar, I will check it out right now!!

[@elainesouza7167]

I save this video in my pinterest count Elaine Souza, I have a stainned glass folder there

[@1221crow]

if i didnt see it i would never believe you could do anything with those nails

[@MakenzieHallie]

😂😂

[@05MaryBeth]

I think I could be doing something wrong. I go through grinder bits like crazy lately.

[@MakenzieHallie]

Ok so yes, i would agree. Usually thats a sign something isnt right. Not enough lubrication (water) or incorrect bit grit. Are you using the same brand and grit youve always used?

[@05MaryBeth]

I'm using the same one pictured in your video with a standard bite Gryphette by gryphon

[@MakenzieHallie]

@Mary Beth Massey your using the same what as im using in this video? The grinder? And your using what brand /grit bit?

[@shannelrodriguez54]

What's the grinder brand? The link isn't working.

[@MakenzieHallie]

I'm so sorry about that, just fixed the link for ya! Thank you for watching!

[@shannelrodriguez54]

@@MakenzieHallie Thanks!!

[@MakenzieHallie]

@@shannelrodriguez54 welcome!!

[@totaleclipseofthefart]

Hey! I love the video! I am a resin artist and want to venture into make custom hand mirrors in interesting shapes. Can you use this same process on glass mirrors?

[@MakenzieHallie]

Hello! Yes you can, however there is something called mirror rot that can happen which is why most artists don't use mirror what so ever. Sometimes the rot can happen after two days, or 2 months. So it's a scary material to use in stained glass, particularly when selling your work. Give mirror rot stained glass a Google, and do some reading. People have conflicting opinions on why this happens, or how to help stop it. I don't believe there is a sure way to stop it. Good luck. God speed. Lol!!

[@totaleclipseofthefart]

@@MakenzieHallie thanks for the info! I’ll do some research. You’re the best!

[@MakenzieHallie]

Anytime!! I wish I had some better answers to give!!

[@totaleclipseofthefart]

@@MakenzieHallie no! That’s super good to know! I appreciate it 🤍🤍