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		Stained Glass News Welcome to UK Stained Glass News, the UK stained glass on-line magazine, and to the UK Stained Glass Register. We bring you news, views, and links to artists and suppliers.



		The History and Craft of Stained Glass The History of Stained Glass from the BBC The purpose of stained glass Origins of the craft First steps Making the window Science of colour Building the window The techniques employed today are basically the same ones used in the Middle Ages. The molten glass is cast into a shallow mould by blowing an elongated bubble which would then be trimmed and flattened, or it could be placed into an iron cylinder and blown again. Various techniques can be used for flattening the blown glass. This would then be cooled, or ‘annealed’ – a process taking up to 70 hours – and cut. Before 1500, the glass would be cut by a stick or grouting iron. From then on, diamonds are used as they provide a cleaner break. The glass is cut into pieces which relate directly to the shapes and colours of the original cartoon. Half-tones or textures are applied at this stage, for defining the details of faces, hands or drapery. Matting (a layer of glass paint) can also be applied at this stage to modify the colours of the glass.



		Stained Glass Tools Hetleys is the largest distributor of coloured glass and accessories in the UK. Established in 1823, we have always promoted the principle that stained glass is an art as well as a business. This website provides a resource for the stained glass artist and hobbyist. Beginners should start with our stained glass tutorial on leading and copper foil techniques.



		How To Use Stained Glass Tools This "How To" contains information on stained glass construction and helpful tips for all the basic steps. For more "How To" instruction, take a look at the "Learn How" section here and then locate your local stained glass retail store or studio for supplies, classes and a wealth of information! Includes: Pattern Preparation Working with Copper Foil Scoring Glass Working with Lead Came Breaking Glass Soldering Grinding Glass Cleaning & Finishing Using Diamond Band Saws



		Stained Glass Windows: Overview from the BBC Stained glass windows have been an integral part of religious architecture for centuries. The techniques for making them came perilously close to being lost, but have been revived in recent times and now modern stained glass can be found in many public and private buildings. The following is an overview of the glass itself, the process of putting together a window, and the evolution of artistic styles.



		Stained Glass Courses UK UK Stained Glass News and the UK Stained Glass Register provide links to training courses and tuition centres throughout the UK.



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