Stained Glass Blog

How Do I Transfer Patterns Onto Glass?     In this post we’re going to talk about the best and most effective ways to transfer patterns onto glass. For accurate glass cutting draw the...

 Transferring Pattern Shapes onto Glass Transferring pattern shapes onto glass will diversify the type of art you can create, so learning how to, will definitely benefit you. Not only will it...

Making Copies of Patterns Making copies of patterns can make projects easier and finish then quicker as well. Most projects can be prepared with 2 or 3 simple pattern copies. We would like to share...

Sealant Questions Do I need to seal the surface of base/support structures? Interior setting: Most mosaics adhered to a 3/4 in exterior grade plywood base/ support structure do not require sealing....

How do I make Wood Base/Support Structures for Mosaics? Most mosaic projects are often fabricated on a wood base/support structure to create eclectic wall hangings, cabinet panels, mirrors,...

What Are The Methods of Applying Tesserae? There are many different methods of apply tesserae. Each one gives your mosaic a different look, so we will go over all the different methods. Opus refers...

Selecting glass for your project The combination of colour, texture, and light determines how the finished piece will look. Selecting glass is an exciting part of the craft however it can also be...

Stained Glass Work Space When working on a Stained Glass project it's important to have  a well thought out and well prepared work space.   Choose a large enough workspace that will allow you...

Glass Art Books     We've always taken great pride at George W. Shannon Design in helping others explore their creative vision.     Whether through our Glass Art Classes or by...