Stained Glass Soldering :: Tips & Tricks to Get You Through Every Step

[@katebroach3115]

It was kinda nice to hear that you struggled with soldering for a while, because your soldering looks so good, and I was getting disheartened that I would never get better. I was beating myself up over it again today. Thanks for all the tips! I’ll try again tomorrow 😊

[@joanrempel]

I just paid to take a couple beginner classes. So many things were off as I've since seen across glass experienced folks on the internet....wow so glad to get informed and can attempt this again with better results, thanks a bunch,

[@kristycargile6917]

Oh my goodness, PLEASE make as many videos as you can! I just started a few months ago, and I'm teaching myself too. Your tips on glass cutting and soldering have totally stepped up my game... I'm grateful! Articulate and patient... I'm so happy to have found your channel!!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you so much for your kind words, I'm so happy my videos have helped! I am going to try and get a video out every two weeks :)

[@BBenterprisses]

❤ Hummingbirds

[@JG-fe1gx]

This is, in my opinion, the best stained glass soldering video. Honest, straightforward, simple. Thank you very much.

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Wow, thank you so much!

[@McGillsWarehouse-GlassSupplies]

this is one of the most helpful videos on this topic I have found. you can just see the advanced muscle memory in your hands. so cool to watch. I wish I was this good! maybe one day...

[@shirleyspadorcio6182]

This is a refresher video for me. I haven’t made anything in stained glass for 16 years. I’m getting excited to start a project after watching your video.

[@GR19611]

Thanks, just refreshing my memory as I haven't done this for 22 years and I have a tonne of glass and materials to use up.

[@kerripailthorpe7919]

Thank you, you are so good at explaining and giving tips!! I appreciate it!

[@amanda6018]

Thank you so much for this video! I'm starting my very first stained-glass project this week and this was very helpful.

[@dragonfly3341]

Just LOVE your tutorials! Self taught in the process and so lucky to have found your vid’s!

[@beemanrunning977]

Excellent lesson. Thanks.

[@SilverDahliaHearts]

I find glass head sewing pins work really well for keeping smaller projects together. Thanks for the video.

[@Pinoyphilly]

I retired in September. I have ordered some suppliers not to start any project buts just to learn how to use these tools and familiarize myself with cutting, soldering and practice, practice, practice. Making my first project can come later. Thanks and I have subscribed to your channel.

[@nicolelee2205]

Great thanks. I did a bit of stain glass work 30 years ago and I needed a reminder!

[@bdaly03]

This is hands down the BEST stained glass soldering video tips & technique video available to the public. I am new to the art and have been obsessively watching videos and taking classes from as many different instructors as possible so I can see all of the different ways that each person chooses to go about with the process and this video is just *chefs kiss* - thank you for making this available to ANYONE and for being so thorough and detailed, you have the best close-up shots that are incredibly helpful when you’re trying to explain things like the air bubbles in this video, for instance. Thanks again!!

[@cassiejo0012]

Thank you so much for sharing this video. Absolutely incredible

[@CandaceCotten-m6b]

Your beads are so nice! Look very professional. I worked in electronics for a number of years and did a lot of soldering which included making nice beads. I'm just now thinking about giving this a try. I think cutting the glass will be my hardest to learn. Thanks for the video! Very well done and very informative. 😊

[@arturovega6522]

Your soldering is beautiful! I love the idea of using the heat to help with the wiring work! Ill have to try that next!

[@Geminivixenchelly]

This video was incredibly helpful, very detailed and thorough. I appreciate all your tips and tricks an different lens angles ❤️❤️

[@ouzarua]

Probably I’ll never do it, but watching it was SO satisfying 🥰

[@madileinechase4011]

I am fixing an old stain glass window piece and it will be my first time! I’m Nervous but excited

[@amosstacey]

The best tip ever! Soldering bit by bit! Thanks so much!!!!!

[@shannonc.4215]

Thank you so much for all the tips!! I’m just getting started in stained glass and this was so informative. I inherited my set up & haven’t figured out how to utilize the copper wire for details, so thank you for sharing :)

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

I'm so glad you found the video helpful! Good luck getting started :)

[@sa1laway]

Dang it all girl, well done!! First, the choice of a Hummingbird, the glass and lead work and your editing, close ups were needed as I was already leaning in. Very crisp glass work and video. Nice🤩. I am now repairing work I did 41 years ago and I’m still learning. Thank You.

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you so much! I' so glad you enjoyed the video.

[@karenoliver1606]

Thank you, nice simple steps, just what I’ve been looking for!,,

[@AhmedAli-hm2ns]

You inspire me, Rachel, please go on ... Greetings from Egypt 🌷

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Hello from sunny Florida! Thanks for your kind words :)!

[@teresagardner3774]

This is absolutely beautiful! Thank you so much. Bring on more! I love love love your artwork.

[@suzannebigras7071]

Thank you so much. I really like your technique and your mannerism.

[@rmthayer1]

I have been doing stained glass for over 25 years and I have to say you are good. Keep it up, I will keep watching.

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you so much :)

[@lisalasater6962]

Thank you so very much for sharing your knowledge! I have only been doing stained glass for about 7 months. I am taking a weekly class, but I was struggling with the soldering. Your video has helped me in so many ways! Thank you!

[@kkaye76]

Thanks for the tutorial on soldering stained glass. It looks easy enough. I've been a certified solderer for 30+ years so im pretty sure its doablle! As to your first solder iron, that 75 & 80 setting is probably 750° & 800°, i would think anyways. That is where i like to solder too..either leaded or lead free. Its fast & melty.

[@Jana-wz7dr]

You are a natural teacher, love your videos, I just might pull out my stained glass stuff that I have not done for 37 yikes years.

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you so much, this means a lot!

[@roseannarteaga4632]

Great video and happy you are staying busy!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

I'm glad you liked it! Thanks so much :)

[@saltlifegull4091]

So excited to subscribe!! Outstanding teacher. So appreciative.

[@tamalafiene3797]

I am fairly new to the world of Stain glass and loving your videos.

[@tinahenshaw4754]

I love your soldering technique. Your project is beautiful.

[@jenniferbeard6421]

Holy smokes I just watched two of your videos right now and learned a ton! Can't wait to go back and fix some of my pieces using your tips!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!

[@05MaryBeth]

Thank you. I'm just getting started and learning how to cut the glass out and foiling.

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thanks for watching :)!

[@jenniferhoar9050]

Thank you! Very helpful. Love your work

[@Highvibin213]

This is great! I am beginning and a bit intimidated but these videos are great! Thank you !🙏💜

[@TWHwmn]

I LOVE the way you solder. As a newbie, I find this makes so much sense to me!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

I'm so glad to hear this! Soldering can be so intimidating at first but just practice practice practice and it'll get easier :) Thanks for watching

[@amandasymon4363]

Love your way of teaching

[@nealhornbuckle5241]

You and your work are so awesome and beautiful aswell

[@zoe6489]

Your videos are SO helpful! Thank you ☺️

[@takeitdaybyTayy]

Helloooo! First time on your channel, but I recommend cutting the wire, if you can, instead of holding the whole roll in your left hand, because it'll help prevent getting carpal tunnel in the future. I have served for years, and I am getting it at the age of 31 from carrying trays for so long, and I saw another channel with that tip for soldering, so I wanted to pass it along because carpal tunnel is very painful.

[@fabikitten7306]

Thank you!!! I’m about to take my first class and I’m so excited to maybe be able to do what you have done here one day :)

[@Miam3000]

I love this pattern.

[@marleighflowers4078]

this was so helpful! ive only been doing this a few months and this was one of the best explanations ive seen. also!!! i bought copper wire and couldnt find anything explaining when and how to apply them for detailing so this is a lifesaver

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Ahhh this makes me so happy, I'm so glad I could help!! There were NO resources for using copper wire so I love being able to help those like yourself who are just starting 🥰

[@1Kitykat]

@@sunbearglasscraft8065 What brand of copper wire do you recommend?

[@maryspencer806]

@@1Kitykat I would like to know also and the size 14?

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

I'm so sorry I never saw this comment! I recently ordered from anything in stained glass, no brand. I regularly use 16g, but also have 14g and 20g

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Hi Mary! I recently ordered a roll from anything in stained glass. I regularly use 14g, 16g, and 20g. 16g is my most common size for details and jump rings

[@GorgeousB1986]

Lovely piece, thank you for sharing. I'm trying to improve on my soldering skills.

[@melekmackey5669]

sooo informative,massive THANK YOU!!!!

[@jeroenschoots9688]

Thank you very much,great tips !!!

[@WillieBStudios]

This way Soooooo helpful!! I have been taking a class at a local studio and just started soldering yesterday! We tinned out pieces first and then went in to solder. I was so nervous lol. I did a fairly good job on the first half but I have more to do... Ho early...this is gonna be so helpful going into my next class! Thank you so much! Also..I would love to know where you got your gloves! I so need a pair!!!!

[@mkdy218]

After about 15 seconds I had to subscribe. Your enthusiasm is infectious! I struggle with soldering more than anything else ( I’m a 4 month novice) So thanks for your tips , great vid 👍

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you so much! I'm happy to be able to share my knowledge with the world :) Soldering was something I struggled with a lot in the beginning, so I completely understand how you feel. It takes a while to feel comfortable with it so just keep at it and I promise it'll get easier!

[@tomswildandwonderfulviews]

You have great passion and do really great at explaining what you are doing and why, you have a real natural gift. I did stained glass when I was really young because my parents were both into it. So, decided to pick it up again, and see if I enjoy it as I once did.. Got my supplies but trying to come up with a starting point.

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thanks so much, Tom! My first project was just tracing a leaf from my favorite plant and turning it into a sun catcher :) Nothing wrong with starting simple!

[@jenniek3576]

Thank you so much for this. I struggle with solder (but getting better day by day) but this is going to be so helpful!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Practice practice practice! I didn't feel confident with my soldering until about a year and a half in. Keep at it and it'll be a breeze in no time :)!

[@OfDoom98]

Thank you so much!! My grandpa was supposed to teach me before he passed, but was never able to show me. I've had his soldering iron collecting dust, but was so scared it was going to be too frustrating to learn. It's like metal painting!!

[@JDCNinety3]

I just bought my first kit and your videos are a life saver!! Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

I'm so glad to hear it - thanks for watching :)!

[@emmacavan]

Thank you for this video! It is super helpful. I couldn’t figured out how to attach a u-came as a border. I now see not to foil the outer edge at all. Appreciate all the details!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

I'm so happy I could help :)

[@claudia33415]

Could you make a video how to apply the came around the piece? This video is excellent!!!

[@Brublondie1]

Such a good video!!! You’re a natural!!!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you :)!

[@haleymoniz3629]

Thank you! Just what I needed this week!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Wonderful! I hope it helps :)

[@normagriffith7572]

Great video. So helpful.

[@creative2716]

How pretty! I love stained glass but handling the soldering gives me anxiety. (My Dad was a welder and stressed BE CAREFUL and DON'T LOOK AT IT so often when I was small, that I think it has translated in my mind to soldering too.) I will follow your channel and see that I can do it too, if I really want to. Thanks for videos.

[@singingcypress9280]

I was always taught that you WANT the solder to flow through your project on the first soldering because that's what creates more strength and stability. Also, the more you fill in all the cracks and holes, the less bubbling you have when you solder the back of the project.

[@-ray-h]

Hi Rachel... Just a tip as per one of your subscribers question re Iron Tips not holding solder... The tip needs cleaned and when this happens I use a SRA Sal Ammoniac Tinning Block to clean my soldering Iron Tips... Amazon has them. Google it too... Thanks for your videos...!

[@denisemoloney1751]

Fantastic information , the best yet , leaves the others behind . Explained and shown perfectly.. thank you ☺️

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

I'm so glad you liked the video - thanks for watching!

[@destinyhawkins1155]

I’m completely new to this, what is around the edges of the glass? Do you have a video on how to do that?

[@BullsStrength]

Great video Rachel!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you!!

[@evanlane1690]

This is great! Thanks!!!

[@marklieberman3596]

Well done. Thanks!

[@suzannaseiler6226]

Great tips! Thank you!

[@SamVidovich]

Awesome! Can't wait to try it out.

[@jss3018]

Thanks. Just getting back to doing stained glass and my soldering is awful. Know it takes practice.

[@sarahgrace1107]

this is so helpful holy cow

[@cathmaguire7887]

Love your video. How did you produce the black part of the pansy flower? Thanks

[@77MyEsha]

This is one hobby I have always wanted to take up. I always imagine it to be an expensive hobby though...I thinking more buying the glass? What equipment in all do you need for this hobby ie glass.cutter etc. If it's not beyond my means I would really love to give it a good. I am an artist and have an infinite amount of patience, so taking my time is not an issue for me.

[@georgiamorgan_]

Wow awesome thank you 🙏🏼 😁

[@paulaevans303]

I love your videos. Looking forward to more!!!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you so much :)!

[@jeffcolantuono4673]

Love to get some off the gloves you use for soldering. Can you steer me in the right direction? Love your personality . Thank you

[@cherylortega1843]

I'm so glad to have come across your video! What is the board you are working on? I'm trying to figure out what's the best surface to work on.

[@GommStainedGlass]

Great video! I enjoyed watching your technique and you were right on with your instruction! Keep up the good work. 😀😀😀

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that ☺️❤!

[@ashlynfortney5032]

Your videos are so helpful! Im doing research and yours are the best

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Thank you 🥺❤!

[@carmenkeehner8690]

Your tips are most helpful. Can you tell me what gauge of pre-tinned copper wire that you used on this hummingbird & that you refer for making jump rings for hanging pieces? Thank you!

[@1964BASIA1]

I was about half way through my first large panel project (180 pieces) and it was terrible. A gift my daughter asked me to make for Christmas. I spent $200 on glass and foil and solder etc. I was using liquid flux and had contaminated it, and flooded the big gaps with it! I was also using heavily textured glass as well as a variety of thicknesses, so I soldered the back first. A disaster. Boiling trapped flux, globs of solder and thick ugly lines. After this video, I ran out and bought gel flux, turned up the temp on my iron from 350° to 410° and even bought extra glass incase I cracked some. Then, I tried the bit by bit method. Gel flux just on the very tip of the brush, half a teaspoon in the cap max. I made my first perfect bead line. Then another, and another! I re-melted every line and boiled off all the trapped liquid flux. It's beautiful! You saved the project and I can't thank you enough! (And not a single cracked piece of glass)

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Oh wow!! I am so happy to hear that my video helped you ☺️! Hooray for a beautifully finished project and no cracked glass ❤!

[@kerrimcmanus2111]

I love this hummingbird design, may I ask where you got the design it or if it is one of your templates that you sell? I would love to make this for my mother-in-law!

[@sylviendresen6243]

Exellent! Thanks!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Happy to help :)!

[@viquarsyed1663]

You are talented. Can you make a video on textured glass foiling ? Also for approximately 3mm thick glass what copper foil width would be best a 6mm or 8mm. Thanks :)

[@kaylaarnold]

This piece is so beautiful!!! 🤩

[@annelomer6774]

Wonderful explanation on how to solder and ALWAYS giving us the encouragement to stick with it and practice and improve along the way. I see you have the wet sponge but not the steel wool to clean your tip with. I am wondering if they are equal in keeping your iron tip clean or if it is just your preference? Thank you, Anne

[@kendallfrank3672]

Great video!! I’m a beginner :)

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

Glad you liked it :) Welcome to the craft

[@yuliyabryant4052]

What kind of solder do you use for this project. Thank you for your advice on how to solder.

[@melodyfisher9231]

I really enjoyed ur videos

[@tanyasanchez1742]

Very helpful video. I have so missed this art form and have not been able to do this art since 2007 due to a traumatic brain injury and having to learn how to use my body again . A month ago a neighbor asked me to teach him this art form so I am refreshing my memory. As I am researching the materials I am gobsmacked at the prices of everything including the solder. Do you have a source that has a sane price point for 60/40 solder here in the USA. I really have missed doing this it was so healing for me and I am excited to share my skill at doing this craft with someone else. Thank you.

[@gailporterfield6773]

Thank you!

[@jmsauctionbarn2492]

good for you love hearing success.

[@catherinemartina6469]

I really enjoyed your video. Here's a question. Can you make stained glass with copper? I mean is there such thing as copper solder?

[@timdevlin4298]

Tremendous 😊

[@caryconrady9588]

Where did you get that awesome fused glass for the flowers?! Looks amazing

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

I used normal colored art glass and used my pebeo vitrea 160 paint to add the black! Thank you!

[@SuperNikkijean]

Thank you!! ♥️♥️

[@theresevarney4715]

What size copper wire do you use for details? Do you buy tinned copper wire? I love the way you solder! Seems slower and easier to control. Thank you so much!

[@sunbearglasscraft8065]

I use 18g and 16g copper wire for most details. I have 14g as well, but that's better for making jump rings. I buy all of my pre-tinned wire in person and I dont know where they get theirs from! If I can find their source I can let everyone know :)