I am new. I have a foil table just like this one and no matter what I do it sort of chews up the foil. I have watched a ton of vidos and still can not seem to get it work like it should.
I've been wanting to learn how to make stained glass for several years now. I forgot when or where I learned the steps involved, but I never had the equipment to try. This video is great, a good refresher for my swiss cheese memory. I'd like to try my hand at it some day, but I don't have the space, time or money to invest in a hobby like this. For me it would be a hobby, sadly the items I currently have listed for sale are selling. Nor were items I had years ago. I switched to print in demand to avoid having inventory but something like this I can do as a hobby, give the pieces to friends and family. Might be a good thing to look into when I finally retire.
I guaranty that, when you are ready, you will enjoy the hobby. It is quite satisfying when a project is completed. Thanks for watching and commenting. I do appreciate it. Cheryl
Yes! your videos are totally 'right'! I am playing with decorative soldering, just making lots of weird sun catchers, ...I only sell at one fair here and never know what to ask for my pieces.....my work is just a hobby, something to make, could never stay alive, pay bills doing this!💰
I hear ya! Although there are some who are making a living with it on Etsy. With regard to pricing, double your cost and add for your time. Don't forget to pay yourself what you feel you are worth per hour. Some people under charge, but they are selling themselves short. Doing decorative soldering makes your suncatchers more interesting. And, you will have more success with sales. I'm always looking for ways to make my work different. But, most important, is that you have fun with it! Have a happy Easter!!
Cheryl Ann, I am about to be gifted with all of the stained glass making equipment that belonged to a friends mother who recently passed. I have been watching all of your videos so I can learn and I have to say I just love them! You are direct and to the point and you have great tips. Thank you so much! I am looking forward to starting my stained glass journey soon!
I didn't know you could tin wire before coiling it!!! I've stayed away from it because it was so frustrating the one time I did use it. Lol, thanks for the information! Super cute lil trees.
Yes, its super simple to do if you don't have any pre-tinned wire. And, bare copper wire is readily available at any hardware store. Thanks. :) Happy Holidays!
Very informative....I learned alot for a beginner. The music that was playing is very distracting at least to me. I will subscribe and follow. Thank you
Hi Jane, Thank you for your comment. I try to make my instructions easy to follow. I had one other person comment about the music in the background too, I just didn't want my videos to be too boring. Thanks for your input.
@@artbycherylann8431 hi. I'm not making light of anyone else's opinion about the music, but for me personally, I loved it. I was even thinking about it how nice it was while I was watching the video.
Hi, do you have any advice on hanging little suncatchers like the trees on glass? I have been using suction cups but they fall after a few days, thanks.
Hi Carol, most people use the suction cups for small sun catchers. I think the quality of the cups is key. I've had one on my window for months with no problems. The larger suncatchers and windows are hung with small hooks in the window frame. Most people don't want anything permanent like that.
I LOVE these. What is that thing that you use to foil the pieces. That looks SO much easier than the hand foiling that I do. Thank you, and merry Christmas!
Thank you for the tutorial, I really like the trees. I see in some videos that people use patina and polish to finish their projects. I am concerned about selling an item and having it tarnish on the customer. I'm confused about when it is or is not necessary? Thank you
If you leave the solder alone, it will get a patina to it. Meaning it will darken and become less shiney. If you decide to patina it, you can use the black and then lightly buff it with a red scotch pad. This will give it a gun metal look which will not change much. I hope this helps.
These are so cute! I love how you list all the supplies & tools. Thanks for sharing! One question~ I couldn't quite tell, did you change the soldering tip to a smaller one for tinning the wire? And if so what size?
Hi, Thank you. You're welcome.. I love to share. No, I used the same tip that came with the iron throughout the project. It takes a little practice, but you can do it. Happy Holidays!
Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge & skill! I am wondering about the decorative dots or balls you made with the solder, did you adjust the temperature of the iron to make those? I’m struggling to get mine to be round instead of having a pointy top (if that makes sense) Any tips are greatly appreciated!
It does take some practice. You need to drop the solder on quickly. Dotting with the iron. I do no adjust my iron temperature. I hope this helps. Cheryl
I use a separate sponng for my stained glass work using Dawn dishsoap. Scrub in all the nooks and crannies to be sure to remove the flux. Otherwise, the flux could damage the glass if you leave it on for too long. Then, give your pieces a polish with carnuba wax or at least polish them with Pledge. This will prevent your solder from changing color over time. Happy Holidays!
These are beautiful. You make it look so easy. I’ve tried to make them an I’m never confident that my foil will stay on. I think I over think my soldering and wind up messing them up cause I go over them to much. This makes me want to try them again.
Grinding the edges makes a nice surface for the foil to adhere to. Also keeping everything clean and trying not to handle the glue side of the foil with your fingers will help. Give them another try, they are fun to make and also make great gifts for co-workers, friends and family. :)
Hi Cheryl Ann. I love your job! Thank you very much for sharing your tutorial with us! I can't wait to make it next Christmas! Please, could you tell me what kind of wire did you work? Thank you so much!
Hi Ana, I use 18 ga solid copper wire and I tin it myself. But if you don't want to be bothered with tinning you can buy it already tinned.. Check out this link.. www.delphiglass.com/tools-supplies/finishing-supplies/18-gauge-pre-tinned-wire-1-lb It makes the job easier. My Christmas tree ornaments were a big hit this year. Thanks for watching! Cheryl
Loved your pieces and tutorial so much I downloaded a pattern and plan to make them as well for my fellow employees for Christmas gifts. I am new to the stained glass hobby this year. At what point did you clean and polish the pieces? Did you have to clean them again after adding the decorative wire and star? Thanks for the video and great gift opportunity (if I manage to make them as good as you did).
Hi Bruce, This is a very simple pattern as far as the stained glass goes. Take it slow with the copper wire bending. Let the wire "flow" into the pattern guiding it with your hands. I cleaned the pieces after all the work was done. Let me know how you do with it. Cheryl
Nice! what kind of metal is used for the small pieces of decoration? Can flux be used on them then tinned ? if buying from amazon, does the ad need t specify the kind of metal these little decorations come in? Looks like fun! thanks!🌲
Hi Roberta, I have a link to the charms that I use in the description below the video. They are made with metals that you can use flux and solder on. With these ornaments, I usually hang the charms on the tinned wire before I solder the tinned wire on. So no soldering is required to put the charms on. However, you can tack solder the charms on as well.
If you click on the video description below for more information, there is a list of materials that I use with links to Amazon for the items. Thanks for watching!! Cheryl
If you liked this video, you might also like this one.. th-cam.com/video/DT-YNEkA140/w-d-xo.html This pattern is now available - click link artbycherylann.com/product/quirky-christmas-tree-ornament-stained-glass-pattern-pdf-download/
Hi love the trees . Santa here. Can you let me know we're you got your foil machine. You make it look easy and my elves are complaining. I'm currently in the UK. It you have a name or make for your machine or a link I'd appreciate the info. Ho ho ho Merry Christmas.
Cheryl, do you ever have issues with the foil lifting off the edges of the pieces after tinning. I recently did and it is frustrating. I appreciate anything you have experienced!
Hi Sharon, I have not had that problem. I always grind my edges, then wash my pieces with dawn dish detergent. You need to make sure that the glass is completely dry and then you can foil your pieces. If you make sure that there are no oils or dust on your edges, you probably won't have this problem. The other issue also may be old foil. If your foil has been sitting for a long time, it may lose its sticky strength. You might try a new coil of foil. I hope this information helps.
@@artbycherylann8431 Thank you so much for the response. I have heard this before and will make sure that each step is done when I start my next project. Have a wonderful weekend.
Hi Jim, most people don't mind paying $10.00 each. You might be able to get a little more depending on where you live. They are a simple design and can be done quickly.
Hi JL, with what part are you having trouble with? Let me know and I'll refer you to another video that might help. Or, I can do a video on the topic. Thanks. Cheryl
A lot of love and patience goes into making stained glass ornaments. They look so lovely.
Thank you for the nice compliments. And thank you for watching.
Table foiler is great. One of my best purchases for stained glass
Yes, it is great! Happy Holidays!!
I am new. I have a foil table just like this one and no matter what I do it sort of chews up the foil. I have watched a ton of vidos and still can not seem to get it work like it should.
Thank you for the hints on the wire,,impressive
Thank you Saulene. I always try to come up with new creative ways. I'm happy to share.
Christmas any time of the year! LOVE THESE!
Hi Patty. Thanks! They were super fun to make.
I've been wanting to learn how to make stained glass for several years now. I forgot when or where I learned the steps involved, but I never had the equipment to try. This video is great, a good refresher for my swiss cheese memory. I'd like to try my hand at it some day, but I don't have the space, time or money to invest in a hobby like this. For me it would be a hobby, sadly the items I currently have listed for sale are selling. Nor were items I had years ago. I switched to print in demand to avoid having inventory but something like this I can do as a hobby, give the pieces to friends and family. Might be a good thing to look into when I finally retire.
I guaranty that, when you are ready, you will enjoy the hobby. It is quite satisfying when a project is completed. Thanks for watching and commenting. I do appreciate it.
Cheryl
those are adorable
Thanks. I've sold many too! Now's the time to start creating them.
Cheryl
Yes! your videos are totally 'right'! I am playing with decorative soldering, just making lots of weird sun catchers, ...I only sell at one fair here and never know what to ask for my pieces.....my work is just a hobby, something to make, could never stay alive, pay bills doing this!💰
I hear ya! Although there are some who are making a living with it on Etsy. With regard to pricing, double your cost and add for your time. Don't forget to pay yourself what you feel you are worth per hour. Some people under charge, but they are selling themselves short.
Doing decorative soldering makes your suncatchers more interesting. And, you will have more success with sales. I'm always looking for ways to make my work different. But, most important, is that you have fun with it! Have a happy Easter!!
Cheryl Ann, I am about to be gifted with all of the stained glass making equipment that belonged to a friends mother who recently passed. I have been watching all of your videos so I can learn and I have to say I just love them! You are direct and to the point and you have great tips. Thank you so much! I am looking forward to starting my stained glass journey soon!
I'm sure you will be hooked once you start. I hope my videos will help you with your stained glass work. Thank you for watching!
Love them. Bit early for Xmas but a great idea and I love those tine snowflakes!
Glad you like them! Thanks for watching my videos.
Cheryl
Those are just charming 💜
Thank you Cindy. I wish you a happy holiday season!
Cheryl
Those are so cute!
They are beautiful!
Hi Mary, thanks! The are super fun to make and they have all been sold already. I need to make more. lol
@@artbycherylann8431 yes! You do.🌸
I didn't know you could tin wire before coiling it!!! I've stayed away from it because it was so frustrating the one time I did use it. Lol, thanks for the information! Super cute lil trees.
Yes, its super simple to do if you don't have any pre-tinned wire. And, bare copper wire is readily available at any hardware store. Thanks. :) Happy Holidays!
Thank you! I just learned SO much!
Hi Donyelle,
I'm glad you enjoyed the video Time to get started on Christmas gifts!
Cheryl
These are sooo pretty. Love them!
Thank you so much!
They're lovely, well done!
Hi Carol. Thank you and thanks for watching my video. They were a big hit last Christmas.
I love these!!
Hi Firewoman. Thanks for taking the time to comment. I think they came out cute too. And, they are fairly quick to make. Fun!
Cheryl
Just beautiful!! Thank you!
Hi MaryAnn. Thank you! Happy Thanksgiving and have a wonderful Christmas!
So beautiful😀
Hi Gisela,
Thank you so much! And, Christmas is just around the corner!! :)
Cheryl
thanks! love your videos!
Hi Roberta, you're welcome. I'm happy to know that I am doing something right. Thank you for your comment. I appreciate your letting me know. :)
Really cute and something I can do! Thank you for showing me how! Hoping to teach my great nieces and nephews!
I love easy projects for that reason. Happy Holidays!!
Very nice quick piece. I just started and im getting a little over ambitious with my projects LUL
Hi EMachine. Yes, they are quick and fun to make. And, people love them, they make great gifts.
❤ these!
Thank you.
Encantada!!!!😍🤩👏🏻👏🏻
Thank you.
wow so nice
Hi Mecha, Thank you.
Very informative....I learned alot for a beginner. The music that was playing is very distracting at least to me. I will subscribe and follow. Thank you
Hi Jane,
Thank you for your comment. I try to make my instructions easy to follow. I had one other person comment about the music in the background too, I just didn't want my videos to be too boring. Thanks for your input.
@@artbycherylann8431 your video is not boring. I learned quite a bit that's why I subscribed. Thank you
@@artbycherylann8431 hi. I'm not making light of anyone else's opinion about the music, but for me personally, I loved it. I was even thinking about it how nice it was while I was watching the video.
So pretty thank you
Hi Catherine, thank you. Happy Holidays!!
Hi, do you have any advice on hanging little suncatchers like the trees on glass? I have been using suction cups but they fall after a few days, thanks.
Hi Carol, most people use the suction cups for small sun catchers. I think the quality of the cups is key. I've had one on my window for months with no problems. The larger suncatchers and windows are hung with small hooks in the window frame. Most people don't want anything permanent like that.
Love
Hi Cassy, thanks!
I LOVE these. What is that thing that you use to foil the pieces. That looks SO much easier than the hand foiling that I do. Thank you, and merry Christmas!
Hi Matt, it's a table foiler. You can get it on Amazon.. here.. amzn.to/3yg4JDy
Thank you for the tutorial, I really like the trees. I see in some videos that people use patina and polish to finish their projects. I am concerned about selling an item and having it tarnish on the customer. I'm confused about when it is or is not necessary? Thank you
If you leave the solder alone, it will get a patina to it. Meaning it will darken and become less shiney. If you decide to patina it, you can use the black and then lightly buff it with a red scotch pad. This will give it a gun metal look which will not change much. I hope this helps.
These are so cute! I love how you list all the supplies & tools. Thanks for sharing!
One question~ I couldn't quite tell, did you change the soldering tip to a smaller one for tinning the wire? And if so what size?
Hi, Thank you. You're welcome.. I love to share.
No, I used the same tip that came with the iron throughout the project. It takes a little practice, but you can do it. Happy Holidays!
@@artbycherylann8431 Thank you! Happy Holidays!
Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge & skill!
I am wondering about the decorative dots or balls you made with the solder, did you adjust the temperature of the iron to make those?
I’m struggling to get mine to be round instead of having a pointy top (if that makes sense) Any tips are greatly appreciated!
It does take some practice. You need to drop the solder on quickly. Dotting with the iron. I do no adjust my iron temperature. I hope this helps. Cheryl
@@artbycherylann8431 Yes, thanks so much!!
How did you clean the trees after you assembled them?
I use a separate sponng for my stained glass work using Dawn dishsoap. Scrub in all the nooks and crannies to be sure to remove the flux. Otherwise, the flux could damage the glass if you leave it on for too long. Then, give your pieces a polish with carnuba wax or at least polish them with Pledge. This will prevent your solder from changing color over time. Happy Holidays!
These are beautiful. You make it look so easy. I’ve tried to make them an I’m never confident that my foil will stay on. I think I over think my soldering and wind up messing them up cause I go over them to much. This makes me want to try them again.
Grinding the edges makes a nice surface for the foil to adhere to. Also keeping everything clean and trying not to handle the glue side of the foil with your fingers will help. Give them another try, they are fun to make and also make great gifts for co-workers, friends and family. :)
wery cool👍
Thank you.
Hi Cheryl Ann.
I love your job!
Thank you very much for sharing your tutorial with us!
I can't wait to make it next Christmas!
Please, could you tell me what kind of wire did you work?
Thank you so much!
Hi Ana, I use 18 ga solid copper wire and I tin it myself. But if you don't want to be bothered with tinning you can buy it already tinned.. Check out this link.. www.delphiglass.com/tools-supplies/finishing-supplies/18-gauge-pre-tinned-wire-1-lb It makes the job easier. My Christmas tree ornaments were a big hit this year. Thanks for watching!
Cheryl
Hello Cheryl Ann, thank you very much for the answer and for the tip that you have given me. You've been very kind.
Greetings. Ana
@@anamariaacosta4370 Hi Ana, You're welcome. I am happy to help. :)
where do you get the machine for the copper foiling
Hi FireHouseDork81, there is a link to the table foiler in my description under Optional. Thanks for watching! :)
How fun
They have been a hit. Very easy to make as well. Thanks.
Loved your pieces and tutorial so much I downloaded a pattern and plan to make them as well for my fellow employees for Christmas gifts. I am new to the stained glass hobby this year. At what point did you clean and polish the pieces? Did you have to clean them again after adding the decorative wire and star? Thanks for the video and great gift opportunity (if I manage to make them as good as you did).
Hi Bruce,
This is a very simple pattern as far as the stained glass goes. Take it slow with the copper wire bending. Let the wire "flow" into the pattern guiding it with your hands. I cleaned the pieces after all the work was done. Let me know how you do with it.
Cheryl
Very nice. Is that tabletop foiler good? im thinking about getting 1.ty!
Hi Pamela, I love mine. Check out my video about the foilers that I own. th-cam.com/video/NSz3ZLcaQBk/w-d-xo.html
Nice! what kind of metal is used for the small pieces of decoration? Can flux be used on them then tinned ? if buying from amazon, does the ad need t specify the kind of metal these little decorations come in? Looks like fun! thanks!🌲
Hi Roberta, I have a link to the charms that I use in the description below the video. They are made with metals that you can use flux and solder on. With these ornaments, I usually hang the charms on the tinned wire before I solder the tinned wire on. So no soldering is required to put the charms on. However, you can tack solder the charms on as well.
Hi, I purchased the pattern but what snowflakes do you use and where on Amazon do you find them? Thanks
I downloaded the pattern I can't wait to make them! do you have a link for the charms? Thank you!
That's great! They are easy and make great gifts. Let me know how you make out.
They are so precious do you still make them?
Hi Ember, yes I do and I've sold out all the time.
@artbycherylann8431 if you don't mind me asking, how much do you charge for one. Pricing is always a problem when creating any kind of art.
where can i get a foil wrapper
If you click on the video description below for more information, there is a list of materials that I use with links to Amazon for the items. Thanks for watching!!
Cheryl
These are so cute. Is the pattern going to be available on your website?
Thank you. Yes, I will try to have it up this week. I'm glad you like them. Happy Holidays!!
Hi Mrs H, the pattern is now available for download. Sorry it took so long. Christmas is a very busy time.
Hi, I understand how to tin the sides but not the wire, does the wire need to be fluxed and foiled? Thanks
Hi Stephani, you only need to brush some flux onto the bare copper wire. Then simply rub the solder on with your iron. It will go very fast.
If you liked this video, you might also like this one.. th-cam.com/video/DT-YNEkA140/w-d-xo.html
This pattern is now available - click link artbycherylann.com/product/quirky-christmas-tree-ornament-stained-glass-pattern-pdf-download/
Showalters wife’s in charge. Mets are screwed for another three years ! Steve has to stop this crap NOW!
They look super cute! What kind of glove are you wearing? I'm always scared to hold my glass while soldering.
It is a pair of rubber gloves. I think I got them at Hobby Lobby. They do protect your hands for any drips of solder.
Where would one find the pattern? TY
Hi Gaye. I just drew up the pattern myself. I can post it on my website for download if you are still interested. Thanks.
What gage is your copper wire?
Hi Mary Sue, I used 18 gauge wire.
Not sure if anyone asked. Where did you find your gloves you solder with??
I actually bought them in Hobby Lobby and they have lasted a very long time. They protect my hands from any hot solder that may fall.
Hi love the trees .
Santa here.
Can you let me know we're you got your foil machine.
You make it look easy and my elves are complaining.
I'm currently in the UK.
It you have a name or make for your machine or a link I'd appreciate the info.
Ho ho ho
Merry Christmas.
Hi Alan, I just updated my list of materials used. You can find a link to the tabletop foiler now. Thanks for asking. Merry Christmas!
it would be interesting with Italian subtitles too
I'll have to learn how to set that up. Thanks. :)
Cheryl, do you ever have issues with the foil lifting off the edges of the pieces after tinning. I recently did and it is frustrating. I appreciate anything you have experienced!
Hi Sharon, I have not had that problem. I always grind my edges, then wash my pieces with dawn dish detergent. You need to make sure that the glass is completely dry and then you can foil your pieces. If you make sure that there are no oils or dust on your edges, you probably won't have this problem. The other issue also may be old foil. If your foil has been sitting for a long time, it may lose its sticky strength. You might try a new coil of foil. I hope this information helps.
@@artbycherylann8431 Thank you so much for the response. I have heard this before and will make sure that each step is done when I start my next project. Have a wonderful weekend.
What is the little machine you use to foil the glass called? Can I buy it on amazon?
Hi Para Keet, it is a Table Foiler. There is a link to it in the video description. I love and use mine all the time.
@@artbycherylann8431 thank you so much!
hola amiga. que es? como se llama a lo que le pone alrededor?
Hi, I used the copper foil and 60/40 solder in the Tiffany method for the outter edges. Is that your question?
@@artbycherylann8431 si gracias
@@guest238 You're welcome.
What do you charge for these? Thanks
Hi Jim, most people don't mind paying $10.00 each. You might be able to get a little more depending on where you live. They are a simple design and can be done quickly.
@@artbycherylann8431 Thanks so much and that sounds very fair. Love your work and process. I’ll be knocking them out for next Christmas. Jim
like your christmas tree ornaments do you please have a Pateryn you could send me i would be glad to pay for it.
thank you
The pattern is available on my website... ArtbyCherylAnn.com for a $1.00 for an instant download pdf.
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👌🏻
Hi Elf Elf, I'm glad you like the Christmas Trees. That's a nice compliment coming from an Elf! 😀
💝💌
Thank you.
Perché non metti i sottotitoli anche per noi italiani?
Hi Patrizia, so sorry for the language barrier. So Im not sure what you are asking.
Perhaps showing at least one in regular speed will help me learn. I can’t slow the video down to see what you are actually doing.😢
Hi JL, with what part are you having trouble with? Let me know and I'll refer you to another video that might help. Or, I can do a video on the topic. Thanks. Cheryl
Just completing one piece in regular time. You show everything so fast, I can’t learn. I’m very new....
I don’t think you need to show how you solder every tree. It wastes time.
Thanks for your advice.