THIS BOOK CONTAINS THE ESSENTIAL INFORMATION and instruction that a beginner needs to know to create basic stained glass projects.
The material is presented in much the same way as a series of workshops on stained glass making. In fact, the hands-on approach here is based on the successful, time-tested classes taught at Rainbow Vision Stained Glass, LLC in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, where thousands of students have begun their stained glass journey.
As obvious as it sounds, you should begin reading from the beginning and continue through the end without skipping around—each chapter in the book builds upon information contained in the previous one. You should familiarize yourself with workspace needs and stained glass safety before learning how to cut glass or solder. The projects are arranged by increasing difficulty, and the skills you learn in one section carry over in sequence to the next. The additional patterns printed at the back of the book can be used in any order once you have completed all of the detailed step-by-step projects.
Keep in mind that stained glass making, like any handcraft, takes time and patience to learn. Mistakes are inevitable, but they will become less common as you gain experience. Also, remember to take a step back and admire your completed projects. Slight imperfections, obvious while working closely, disappear when viewing your artwork as it is displayed.
Enjoy the journey as you embark on the adventure of creating stained glass art!