my first stained glass window

In order to learn stained glass window making from beginning to end, I attended a retreat in 2022 that my glass instructors hosted. I submitted my design inspiration to them in advance and on the first day I was able to start out with an already prepared pattern.

Going from the pattern through the glass cutting, glass fusing (for the corner pieces), leading, soldering, and puttying was such a great experience. With my instructor, Bob, there to teach and support I was able to move steadily through the process and finish with this beautiful window.

The retreat was a four day intensive experience and in addition to the stained glass window I was able to create my first strip glass platter and my first fused ornaments.

I will be attending two additional retreats in July 2023 and I am looking forward to learning new techniques and skills.