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Paul Urteaga
Apr 17, 20243 min read
Specialty Stained Glass Grinder Bits
How to Select the Right Grinding Bit: Make sure to do your research before selecting a stained glass grinding bit to ensure it is...
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Paul Urteaga
Apr 16, 20244 min read
Stained Glass Grinder Bits – Grit
Grinder bits are designed in different grits to cater to diverse needs. But how do you determine which grit would be the most effective for
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Paul Urteaga
Apr 7, 20246 min read
Stained Glass Safety Gear
The use of stained glass safety gear is something we all understand is important, but unfortunately, it tends to be overlooked.
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Paul Urteaga
Mar 23, 20246 min read
Cleaning a Dirty Soldering Iron
If you're just starting out with stained glass, you'll soon come to understand the importance of maintaining a clean soldering iron tip.
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Paul Urteaga
Mar 17, 20243 min read
Creator's Waffle Grid - Scoring and Breaking Stained Glass
Using Creator's Waffle grid for scoring and breaking stained glass by Caveman Glassworks
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Paul Urteaga
Mar 10, 20244 min read
Stained Glass Hinge Points - What Are They?
Hinge Points and How They Affect Your Stained Glass Art - It's quite common for people to be unaware of hinge points - their nature, how to
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Paul Urteaga
Mar 7, 20245 min read
Tips on How to Break Stained Glass
Tips on how to break stained glass with running pliers, hands, and Grozer pliers. Watch videos provided in this article.
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Paul Urteaga
Mar 4, 20249 min read
FAQ - Common Stained Glass Cutting Questions
FAQ - Common Glass Cutting Questions on stained glass. How to cut stained glass, what is a score, what makes a good score line.
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Paul Urteaga
Jan 18, 20243 min read
Correct Copper Foil for Stained Glass - Choosing Correctly
Choosing the correct copper foil for stained glass project can be somewhat confusing. For beginners in stained glass art, determining...
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Paul Urteaga
Nov 8, 20236 min read
Understanding the Art of Using Grozing Pliers on Stained Glass
How Do You Use Grozing Pliers On Stained Glass? By Caveman Glassworks Introduction I still remember that sunny afternoon when I first...
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Paul Urteaga
Oct 25, 20235 min read
Guide to Soldering Copper Foil for Stained Glass Art
This guide touches on the basics of soldering copper foil. If you are needing more detailed information, we encourage you to begin here and
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Paul Urteaga
Oct 1, 20233 min read
Stained Glass Artists Deserve a Clothing Line of Their Own
Stained glass artist apparel and accessories. Stained glass t-shirts, hoodies, bags, totes, water bottles, tumblers, and much more.
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Paul Urteaga
Sep 13, 202311 min read
Stained Glass Tools: A Beginner's Guide to Creating Your Own Colorful Masterpieces
Starting with simple designs and gradually building up your skills and tools can make the process more manageable.
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Paul Urteaga
Sep 6, 20235 min read
Tools for Stained Glass Crafting: A Non-Comprehensive Guide
A quick guide to the knowing the essential tools for stained glass.,
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