What you need to know about stained glass…

From cutting and grinding the glass, to soldering it all together- stained glass is a labor-intensive and sometimes dangerous art form. Those are also many of the reasons why I love making it! Each of my pieces are handmade with intention, love, and care.

Please note- the unmanufactured, handmade elements of stained glass mean no two pieces are identical! There will be small imperfections and discrepancies in color/size from the photos shown

 FAQs

  • I suggest the sturdiest, most reliable option available.

    • Suncatchers: use a nail, screw, or get creative with some heavy duty fishing line to place it just where the sun hits! Suction cups are not recommended for hanging as they tend to fail over time.

    • Larger pieces: stick to nails and screws, depending on the weight, you may even need to use wall anchors. For specific installation questions contact me via e-mail.

  • Each piece I make is finished by applying polish with a microfiber cloth. A stained glass piece will age some over time- especially the solder- but the overall color and shape will remain. Generally speaking, stained glass should require minimal maintenance.

    Due to the materials used, you should avoid using typical window/glasses cleaners. If your piece needs a repolish, grab a spare microfiber cloth or even a cotton swab and softly buff away the imperfections. In the rare case it needs a real clean- opt for dish soap and polish with car wax!

  • Yes and yes! The type of stained glass I produce uses a 60/40 tin-lead solder, and zinc or lead came. I use precautions while manufacturing the art and wash my hands with a heavy duty soap. After handling your stained glass, wash your hands just as normal and you will be fine!

  • The hours of work put into a piece of stained glass can vary greatly. A small suncatcher will average ~6 hours of labor, including: sketch design, glass selection, cutting, grinding, cleaning, foiling, soldering, framing, and cleaning again! The larger the piece the greater the time needed, and the raw materials are quite expensive as well.

    Thank you for supporting a small artist!

  • Maybe! I periodically accept commissions via the request form on this site. It will depend on the size and design to determine if it can be fulfilled.

    I’m also able to make repairs on stained glass and I’m available to give a consultation while my request form is open.

  • I would love to hear from you! Email me at LazyLightsGlass@gmail.com and I will do my best to help. Please note that I am unavailable for contact on Saturdays.