Great video. I made me first piece of glass in 1989 and I spent close to $500 THEN. But I was so happy I did. And I still have those hand tools and inland Wizard glass grinder TO THIS DAY in 2022. I also know that is why I was so successful and I am still happily doing glass this very day. You are 100% right about that. You definitely get what you pay for.
I've been binge watching a lot of your videos and finally got to this one and can I just say THANK YOU! You take a no BS approach to tools and equipment needed. I have watched several other videos of equipment needed and this is the FIRST time I came across a video that talks about tip tinner. Now I'm venturing down a rabbit hole of soldering iron care, but it's honestly the little things like this that make your videos so valuable. It's not just about keeping the prices cheap, but about prolonging the life of your tools - otherwise it's going to end up costing more in the long run. Thank you so much for this video!!
I do have it and have used it! I don't enjoy it/see a difference at all. That's why I don't recommend it! As I always say, everyone does things differently. I'm glad you love it!! 🖤🖤✨️✨️🙏🏻🙏🏻
Thanks for making all of your videos. Your training enabled me to complete my project, a sunburst mirror for my daughter. Sixteen slivers of mirror. Never would have been possible without all of your tips, tricks and inspiration. Thank you!
Drywall sheet also makes a decent surface for soldering. i have one cut down to use for soldering and one screwed to the top of my wooden workbench that i replace as needed
¡Muchas gracias! Intento obtener la mayor cantidad de información posible en cada vídeo, sin resultar abrumador. ¡Me alegra mucho que disfrutes de mi canal, gracias por tu apoyo! 🖤🖤🖤
I love how passionate you are about putting the best and most supportive recommendations and knowledge about the tools we will need to make quality pieces. I know what you mean about not skimping on particular products, I’m a bit of a brand whore myself with things like dish soap, deodorant, toothpaste, cleaning products, and all so I totally relate. It’s like the difference between night and day, or between bespoke clothing tailored to fit your body and exact measurements versus buying clothing at fashion nova. Some things you have to choose for their quality and the soundness just as you mentioned. Thank you again for another very informative video! I wish you the best of health! Cheers! 🖤🥂🥀
Thank you!! I try my best to put out all the best info i know, without being too overwhelming or talkative. And i couldnt agree more. Speaking of, getting my clothes tailored is something ive recently started doing. I have made a big shift in my clothes to better quality, better fitting, or tailored, and not only does it feel better and last longer it mentally makes me feel better too. More put together? Idk. But thank you for your kind words and support! Im so glad your enjoying my videos! 🖤🖤🙏🏻🙏🏻⭐️⭐️🌙🌙
@@MakenzieHallie You are most deserving, keep shining bright, I will stay tuned to see what videos you have in store for the future! I am considering learning a new craft, I haven’t decided between silversmithing or creating stained glass sculptures. Your videos were just what I was looking for! I was actually wondering what the start up costs might be as I’m still in my research mode, your videos are most helpful to people like me! 🥂🖤🥀 have the most amazing day, you deserve the best! Cheers friend!
Thank you soooo much for this wonderful video i love your honesty and really apprecaite it and once again im so happy that ive been paying attention to your videos because as i always say the right tool for the job you will always be successful so thank you for reiterating that with showing us the best tools to do great stainglass thank you
Great video as usual, very down to earth comparing apples to oranges as far as all the stain glass tools go. You would make a great instructor in your business $$$. Keep up the great work Makenzie ❤️
This is 100% the best list of everything you need! I've been watching so many videos to get the bases covered before I start purchasing, and I haven't found a single one mention tip tinner, chain, jump rings, finishing wax, etc. Like how to you expect to have a completed project with maybe half the supplies you need??
Great advice for beginners and old timers alike! Did not really know that the tinner was a big deal. Have never used one (30 yrs off and on) and my iron has been fine. Just lucky I guess.
Thank you Makenzie! A great video on tools and stained glass! I just finished my first project in my class. We used gloves when applying patina. Really love this new art!
Thanks for the tough love and tattoo advice haha, I love that you made a list & was super prepared. I'm glad I started watching your videos when I started stained glass, always informative & extra tips. Weird request, can you do a video of how you clean up after? I just like to see everything. 👀 haha
You are SO awesome! I recently got back into my "Stained Glass" work... using my knowledge from many years ago, applying it to new and different ideas, thinking outside the box... discovering You, was such a boost! If anyone goes "cheaper" than your personal likes, are fools... just sayin'... You're recommendations are Spot On! One thing I did get different from your smoke absorber was one by 'Sain Smart', it's a metal casing, great absorbency, And had magnetic grips to hold projects closer to it... Otherwise, all your likes, are mine now. I have a small Store in Sugar Loaf N.Y. ... Practical Magick
Wow!...that is the largest glass grinder I believe I've ever seen. I also have the Gryphette grinder. I was fortunate to have bought mine back in 2016 when they were less than $80. I'm with you when it comes to glass cutters. Don't know what brand I bought 6 years ago but they were less costly than the Toyo and still work just fine.
Nice synopsis. Very helpful. I have 2 questions, one related, one not so much… what is a fair charge when selling a piece of stained glass? And do you need to polish your work after applying a patina?
😂 every time you explain tinning the tip "does that make sense?". I can just feel the flashbacks in that sentence, I think we have pretty much all made that terrible mistake. I've even sent your videos about tips like that to practicing artists who are doing things wrong that will damage their tools or work and they're thankful. I have really been enjoying your videos, and am currently drawing up my first designs because I get my stuff today!!!!! Your videos have helped me so much, the only thing I may change is I now know I pretty much have to get a gryphon pistol grip. The way it changed your mind on pistol grips has me excited to get one
Hey glass Goddess everything I’ve learned about glass has been pretty much from your videos not to mention how to replace parts on my Taurus ring saw I am now doing well enough thanks to you that after showing sample photos of my work several shops want to market my pieces however I have a big problem! I’m completely overwhelmed with how to calculate media cost of the individual cut glass pieces to figure in for pricing. Can you please advise or make a video on the topic? Thanks for all the awesome videos and keep them coming 🫶 you’er the best!
I appreciate you both so much. 🥰🥰🙏🏻🙏🏻🖤🖤 Too sweet!! Im so glad you have been enjoying my videos, and I can absolutely do one soon on how to calculate cost. Meantime there is a specific equation glass artists use, to calculate cost. Give that a Google and go from there I'd say! 🖤
Thank you! And that is tough. I have a polarizing feeling on glass maker kits. If there was a way for me to do it that provided information as well as affordable, usable tools then absolutely I would.
At this point I just want to make jewelry, pendants and maybe some earrings, please tell me what I need as to get started? I bought a stand glass kit years ago and a cheap iron, will this get me started? So from watching your videos so far I just need some lead free solder, right?, If yes what size? Thank you
Me encantan tus videos, me podrías decir o poner el link para comprar los jumoing rings, hay muchas opciones en amazon pero se que solo algunos son buenos para este tipo de trabajo, gracias :)
Hey I want to say first I love your videos, I have learned so much and I can’t thank you enough for that. You might have already done this but I don’t see the links to the kits. I want to make sure I am buying the right one. Is there any way you could post links to them?
Hey Devin! Thank you so much! This video was quite some time ago so im not sure what kit your asking about? Could you refresh my memory/give me a moment to rewatch this so i can try and figure it out?
Ok, I just rewatched the kit refrencing. I didn't link any because i didn't really recommend any. I stand by having to look around and really do your research/ figure out where you're ok to compromise, if it all, if not, there's no kit. Look at all the components and tools I talk about in this video, compare and contrast with the best kits out there now in 2024. See what is the right call for you and your wallet. 🖤🖤 Is this a hobby? Are you serious about making stained glass? Is the goal to sell it? Do you like name brands and the quality they can offer? All of these things will play into if you should even entertain a starter kit or not. 🖤🙏🏻 Hope this helps!
@@MakenzieHallieThat does help and also that’s a good point. right now this is my hobby and I enjoy this so much I would love to do this as a side hustle or even just as a way to practice art. I know I want to budget for better quality tools so I was hoping there was a place where I could get recommended equipment from someone who is successful in this craft in one place. Often times I find a kit usually will bring down the overall cost and even if you have extra items I find I will use them anyways so I end up saving money in the long run. Art kits are a great example of this. I will definitely do more research and keep looking around. As an idea for you tho if you put together a kit with everything you need for taking stain glass to the next level I would definitely purchase that. My ventilation for example is a fan in an area with doors and windows open but a machine to suck out vapors might be a better/safer way to do this long term. (I would never have thought of that). Either way thank you again good luck.
Ok, first off, I love the videos. I’m learning more from you than any other channel I’ve found. My wife loves plants and is going to get a greenhouse for them. Now, me never before messing with stained glass had the bright idea that I’m going to make her a stained glass sign to surprise her with to hang in her greenhouse. I’m going to buy the tools that I absolutely need. I feel your videos are so informative and with enough research on my part, I will be able to make her the sign. My biggest question comes down to the pattern. I have this sign in my head of what I want to do, but I’m a terrible artist. I saw your crystal stencil that you made, but how would I make a more complicated pattern and how do I number them to cut out? Is it all just random cuts and just piece it back together like a puzzle? Do you think it would be better for me to find someone and explain to them what I want and have them draw it up? I kind of want to do it myself so I can learn the skill, but don’t know where to start. Also, I was looking at cutters and there were two options: pattern head and straight head. What’s the difference and does it matter? Thank you for posting your videos. I’m consuming as many as I can. P.S. you were the only video that I’ve seen that mentions tinning the tip. I feel like that is the most valuable tip I have found. Thank you.
I am still in the process of gathering information because I would like to pursue stained glass making, but I am a quilter and I am thinking that I can use the thought process of cut fabric pieces to cut glass, pattern wise. It seems it would be similar to piecing together a quilt. Hope that thought helps. You are such a sweet hubby to want to make a sign for your wife. Good luck. I hope you just get in there and do it! Blessings!!
Почему я нашла ваш канал, когда на ютубе поставили ограничения по скорости видео ((( собираюсь заняться витражами и вы даете наиболее целостную и важную информацию, которую невозможно найти на русских каналах. Спасибо вам, вы потрясающая❤
Love your honesty thanks. And thanks for saving me from lung cancer bc i wouldnt have known about the fume extractor and i live in a small place...just gotta wait a bit to get one and a few other things🤑😜
Hi, great videos! I am trying to get into stained glass and am gather materials and equipment, but i have a question about wiring, hoping you can help... Does black patina when applied to tinned copper wire stain it black? Follow up question: does copper patina when applied to tinned copper wire stain it copper, and if I want this copper look, should I just buy copper wire originally?
Definitely check that the running pliers do have the curved jaws when buying from amazon. bought a kit for a backup set of tools (i work in my home studio and a local glass studio) and the running pliers were flat instead of curved, I was like what who would even make that.
Great video! And wow, prices have gone up…I bought a beginner kit from anything in stained glass about a year ago - included the gryphette grinder, Hakko fx-601, and starting materials plus glass. I think it was around $200 for everything - today it is $315 😳
So just starting out... decided to go wit h the Hakko you recommended because I've seen so many newbies get frustrated with their soldering capabilities and it's ALWAYS turned out to be the iron they're using just isn't getting hot enough. I saw there was one on Amazon for like $20 less... and of course those are fakes that have a chance of just melting themselves. MIGHT work fine but chancing an electrical fire while trying to save $20? Lol, maybe not.
Also, thank you SO MUCH in all the videos you do showing the different ways you can do things, some things that other glass workers might not want to share, as well as showing how to work with glass in the setting of an average person (As in someone that doesn't have an entire workshop). I've literally got a corner of my garage that I'm trying to get set up to starting practicing on the daily once my kiddo starts school and you've helped SO MUCH with figuring out how to make the most of my space AND my fairly limited money.
Do you use wax? Very confused as to if it falls under optional. Some swear you get discoloured corrosions spots without it, others say that's only caused by not washing off flux properly. Thoughts? Thanks for all your amazing vids :)
Couldnt find any tips for runner pliers anywhere in my city but guy at hardware store said maybe i could wrap some electical tape over the ones i have now that need replacing🤷
M I love you and you as always gave lots of good advice. However, I really wish you’d stop down-playing the use of Groser/breaker pliers. If you are using more difficult to cut glass (opalescent/swirl) and are doing tight inside cuts, then Groser/breakers are essential. Running pliers are made for straight and gentle curve scores. There are plenty of reasonable options. The flat jaw on top does breaks, rounded jaw on top can remove nubs etc and can cut down on grinding. The other thing to remind people is that you need to replace grinder bits frequently depending on the amount of work you’re doing.
Well thats the point Jeanette! I dont use them. Ever. On any glass for any reason. I never have. Huge inside curves, on any glass you give me I do 1 score, and open with my runners. But if you use them and love them, thats absolutely ok! We all do things differently. ♡♡♡ And thank you for your support!!! 🙏🙏🖤🖤
@@MakenzieHallie I get it. I’m just saying you mainly use iridescent glass and it cuts and breaks much easier than many opaque. Just don’t want people to understand the value of the tool.
Its ok! Yea i went straight from my full time corporate job to full time glass and sole proprietorship. 🖤 The decision was made and i just did it within a few weeks of starting my IG.
Welcome! Sorry, i think i am the more rare case where i just decided and made the jump after i built up my Instagram. Wrong person to ask. But id say always talk with your tax person to be sure on your best course of action. 🖤
It's only 8 bucks for jump rings?I've been making my own🤔 And I don't remember if I initially used tip tinner, I think I read that I could just cover the tip with lead and that would take care of it, I need to check that
So I purchased a $60 Weller smoke absorber before seeing this. I kept going back and forth between the two before deciding to get the one I did. Have you had any experience with it or know anyone who has?
@@MakenzieHallie I got it from Amazon after some research on this stained glass Facebook group I'm apart of. The Weller was recommended by quite a few artists. The drawback it looks like is it's not very quiet but then again I don't know how the hakko absorber in that regard.
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Great video. I made me first piece of glass in 1989 and I spent close to $500 THEN. But I was so happy I did. And I still have those hand tools and inland Wizard glass grinder TO THIS DAY in 2022. I also know that is why I was so successful and I am still happily doing glass this very day. You are 100% right about that. You definitely get what you pay for.
Absolutely get what you pay for. For ease and money!
Thanks Josie!
I've been binge watching a lot of your videos and finally got to this one and can I just say THANK YOU! You take a no BS approach to tools and equipment needed. I have watched several other videos of equipment needed and this is the FIRST time I came across a video that talks about tip tinner. Now I'm venturing down a rabbit hole of soldering iron care, but it's honestly the little things like this that make your videos so valuable. It's not just about keeping the prices cheap, but about prolonging the life of your tools - otherwise it's going to end up costing more in the long run. Thank you so much for this video!!
@@GorgieClarissa thank you so so much. So kind. 🙏🏻🖤 I'm so sorry I never saw your comment until now!! 🖤🖤🙏🏻🙏🏻🌜🌜✨✨
I always polish my pieces. The difference in appearance is awesome! You absolutely need polish!
I do have it and have used it! I don't enjoy it/see a difference at all. That's why I don't recommend it! As I always say, everyone does things differently. I'm glad you love it!! 🖤🖤✨️✨️🙏🏻🙏🏻
Thanks for making all of your videos. Your training enabled me to complete my project, a sunburst mirror for my daughter. Sixteen slivers of mirror. Never would have been possible without all of your tips, tricks and inspiration. Thank you!
Thank you so much Scott! Im so glad my videos were able to help or just guide a good project. Thank you for watching!
Your absolute disdain for grozer breakers never fails to make me laugh 😄
😂😂😂😂🖤🖤🖤🖤
Drywall sheet also makes a decent surface for soldering. i have one cut down to use for soldering and one screwed to the top of my wooden workbench that i replace as needed
Thats an awesome idea!
Bellisimo!!! Prolijo a más no poder!!!. Adoro tus videos! Hace poco que te encontré, estoy viéndolos de 1 a 2 por día, y no te cambio por nadie!!!!🥰❤🎉
¡Muchas gracias! Intento obtener la mayor cantidad de información posible en cada vídeo, sin resultar abrumador. ¡Me alegra mucho que disfrutes de mi canal, gracias por tu apoyo! 🖤🖤🖤
I love how passionate you are about putting the best and most supportive recommendations and knowledge about the tools we will need to make quality pieces. I know what you mean about not skimping on particular products, I’m a bit of a brand whore myself with things like dish soap, deodorant, toothpaste, cleaning products, and all so I totally relate. It’s like the difference between night and day, or between bespoke clothing tailored to fit your body and exact measurements versus buying clothing at fashion nova. Some things you have to choose for their quality and the soundness just as you mentioned. Thank you again for another very informative video!
I wish you the best of health!
Cheers! 🖤🥂🥀
Thank you!! I try my best to put out all the best info i know, without being too overwhelming or talkative. And i couldnt agree more. Speaking of, getting my clothes tailored is something ive recently started doing. I have made a big shift in my clothes to better quality, better fitting, or tailored, and not only does it feel better and last longer it mentally makes me feel better too. More put together? Idk. But thank you for your kind words and support! Im so glad your enjoying my videos! 🖤🖤🙏🏻🙏🏻⭐️⭐️🌙🌙
@@MakenzieHallie You are most deserving, keep shining bright, I will stay tuned to see what videos you have in store for the future! I am considering learning a new craft, I haven’t decided between silversmithing or creating stained glass sculptures. Your videos were just what I was looking for! I was actually wondering what the start up costs might be as I’m still in my research mode, your videos are most helpful to people like me! 🥂🖤🥀 have the most amazing day, you deserve the best! Cheers friend!
Great video. The Goosebumps tattoo is everything.
Thanks man!! Im so happy with it!!
Thank you for all the great advice. I have been doing glass since the 1980s and love it. Love all your videos.
Thank you so much Linda!
Nice detail with this video Kenz...! Covering all the bases...!
Thank you Ray!
Thank you soooo much for this wonderful video i love your honesty and really apprecaite it and once again im so happy that ive been paying attention to your videos because as i always say the right tool for the job you will always be successful so thank you for reiterating that with showing us the best tools to do great stainglass thank you
Great video as usual, very down to earth comparing apples to oranges as far as all the stain glass tools go. You would make a great instructor in your business $$$. Keep up the great work Makenzie ❤️
Thank you Michael!
This is 100% the best list of everything you need! I've been watching so many videos to get the bases covered before I start purchasing, and I haven't found a single one mention tip tinner, chain, jump rings, finishing wax, etc. Like how to you expect to have a completed project with maybe half the supplies you need??
Lots of brilliant information 🙏
Tysm Amanda! 🙏🏻🖤✨️
Hello I was wondering if you think brand makes a difference with the solder? Thanks!
Thank you dear ... Right on point as usual. Your much appreciated. I love your Etsy store.
Thank you!!!
Great video. I use a piece of wall board (plasterboard) as my solder surface.
Awesome!
Thank you!
As always great video, Thank you, Have you made a video on glass sizing and right size copper foil?
Wow lotta info ! Thanks.
Great advice for beginners and old timers alike! Did not really know that the tinner was a big deal. Have never used one (30 yrs off and on) and my iron has been fine. Just lucky I guess.
Absolutely lucky!
Hakko wanted $50 for a heat resistant mat, so will check amazon instead for sure thanks
Anything in Stained Glass has the heat mats as well.
What about a respirator and gloves?
Thank you Makenzie! A great video on tools and stained glass! I just finished my first project in my class. We used gloves when applying patina. Really love this new art!
Thanks for the tough love and tattoo advice haha, I love that you made a list & was super prepared. I'm glad I started watching your videos when I started stained glass, always informative & extra tips. Weird request, can you do a video of how you clean up after? I just like to see everything. 👀 haha
😂😂 absolutely can dude. Just cleaning up after i make anything?
@@MakenzieHallie yes that would be great. You might even have great advice on that too 😆
I got you dude. ♡
You are SO awesome!
I recently got back into my "Stained Glass" work... using my knowledge from many years ago, applying it to new and different ideas, thinking outside the box... discovering You, was such a boost! If anyone goes "cheaper" than your personal likes, are fools... just sayin'...
You're recommendations are Spot On!
One thing I did get different from your smoke absorber was one by 'Sain Smart', it's a metal casing, great absorbency, And had magnetic grips to hold projects closer to it...
Otherwise, all your likes, are mine now.
I have a small Store in Sugar Loaf N.Y. ...
Practical Magick
Oh thats awesome!!! Do you have an online shop for it as well? Instagram?!?!?
And thank you. 🙏🖤 im so glad your enjoying my channel!
Wow!...that is the largest glass grinder I believe I've ever seen. I also have the Gryphette grinder. I was fortunate to have bought mine back in 2016 when they were less than $80. I'm with you when it comes to glass cutters. Don't know what brand I bought 6 years ago but they were less costly than the Toyo and still work just fine.
Nice synopsis. Very helpful. I have 2 questions, one related, one not so much… what is a fair charge when selling a piece of stained glass? And do you need to polish your work after applying a patina?
😂 every time you explain tinning the tip "does that make sense?". I can just feel the flashbacks in that sentence, I think we have pretty much all made that terrible mistake. I've even sent your videos about tips like that to practicing artists who are doing things wrong that will damage their tools or work and they're thankful.
I have really been enjoying your videos, and am currently drawing up my first designs because I get my stuff today!!!!! Your videos have helped me so much, the only thing I may change is I now know I pretty much have to get a gryphon pistol grip. The way it changed your mind on pistol grips has me excited to get one
Absolutely dude, holding the gryphon studio is a totally different experience then any other pistol grip. Idk what it is!!
Love this video, so very helpful
Thanks Mike!
Hey glass Goddess everything I’ve learned about glass has been pretty much from your videos not to mention how to replace parts on my Taurus ring saw I am now doing well enough thanks to you that after showing sample photos of my work several shops want to market my pieces however I have a big problem! I’m completely overwhelmed with how to calculate media cost of the individual cut glass pieces to figure in for pricing. Can you please advise or make a video on the topic? Thanks for all the awesome videos and keep them coming 🫶 you’er the best!
Glass Goddess I love that! She is mine for sure!
I appreciate you both so much. 🥰🥰🙏🏻🙏🏻🖤🖤 Too sweet!! Im so glad you have been enjoying my videos, and I can absolutely do one soon on how to calculate cost. Meantime there is a specific equation glass artists use, to calculate cost. Give that a Google and go from there I'd say! 🖤
Thanks for the info Mackenzie! What is the benefit of a more expensive grinder? Is it not just the motor that is important?
Great video! Have you ever thought about making a kit to sell? I miss doing glass. Still love watching your videos 💜
Thank you! And that is tough. I have a polarizing feeling on glass maker kits. If there was a way for me to do it that provided information as well as affordable, usable tools then absolutely I would.
At this point I just want to make jewelry, pendants and maybe some earrings, please tell me what I need as to get started? I bought a stand glass kit years ago and a cheap iron, will this get me started? So from watching your videos so far I just need some lead free solder, right?, If yes what size? Thank you
Me encantan tus videos, me podrías decir o poner el link para comprar los jumoing rings, hay muchas opciones en amazon pero se que solo algunos son buenos para este tipo de trabajo, gracias :)
Hey I want to say first I love your videos, I have learned so much and I can’t thank you enough for that. You might have already done this but I don’t see the links to the kits. I want to make sure I am buying the right one. Is there any way you could post links to them?
Hey Devin! Thank you so much! This video was quite some time ago so im not sure what kit your asking about? Could you refresh my memory/give me a moment to rewatch this so i can try and figure it out?
Ok, I just rewatched the kit refrencing. I didn't link any because i didn't really recommend any. I stand by having to look around and really do your research/ figure out where you're ok to compromise, if it all, if not, there's no kit. Look at all the components and tools I talk about in this video, compare and contrast with the best kits out there now in 2024. See what is the right call for you and your wallet. 🖤🖤 Is this a hobby? Are you serious about making stained glass? Is the goal to sell it? Do you like name brands and the quality they can offer? All of these things will play into if you should even entertain a starter kit or not. 🖤🙏🏻 Hope this helps!
@@MakenzieHallieThat does help and also that’s a good point. right now this is my hobby and I enjoy this so much I would love to do this as a side hustle or even just as a way to practice art. I know I want to budget for better quality tools so I was hoping there was a place where I could get recommended equipment from someone who is successful in this craft in one place. Often times I find a kit usually will bring down the overall cost and even if you have extra items I find I will use them anyways so I end up saving money in the long run. Art kits are a great example of this. I will definitely do more research and keep looking around.
As an idea for you tho if you put together a kit with everything you need for taking stain glass to the next level I would definitely purchase that. My ventilation for example is a fan in an area with doors and windows open but a machine to suck out vapors might be a better/safer way to do this long term. (I would never have thought of that). Either way thank you again good luck.
Ok, first off, I love the videos. I’m learning more from you than any other channel I’ve found. My wife loves plants and is going to get a greenhouse for them. Now, me never before messing with stained glass had the bright idea that I’m going to make her a stained glass sign to surprise her with to hang in her greenhouse. I’m going to buy the tools that I absolutely need. I feel your videos are so informative and with enough research on my part, I will be able to make her the sign. My biggest question comes down to the pattern. I have this sign in my head of what I want to do, but I’m a terrible artist. I saw your crystal stencil that you made, but how would I make a more complicated pattern and how do I number them to cut out? Is it all just random cuts and just piece it back together like a puzzle? Do you think it would be better for me to find someone and explain to them what I want and have them draw it up? I kind of want to do it myself so I can learn the skill, but don’t know where to start. Also, I was looking at cutters and there were two options: pattern head and straight head. What’s the difference and does it matter? Thank you for posting your videos. I’m consuming as many as I can. P.S. you were the only video that I’ve seen that mentions tinning the tip. I feel like that is the most valuable tip I have found. Thank you.
I am still in the process of gathering information because I would like to pursue stained glass making, but I am a quilter and I am thinking that I can use the thought process of cut fabric pieces to cut glass, pattern wise. It seems it would be similar to piecing together a quilt. Hope that thought helps. You are such a sweet hubby to want to make a sign for your wife. Good luck. I hope you just get in there and do it! Blessings!!
Почему я нашла ваш канал, когда на ютубе поставили ограничения по скорости видео ((( собираюсь заняться витражами и вы даете наиболее целостную и важную информацию, которую невозможно найти на русских каналах. Спасибо вам, вы потрясающая❤
Lot of good information
Thank you Sylvia!
Love your honesty thanks. And thanks for saving me from lung cancer bc i wouldnt have known about the fume extractor and i live in a small place...just gotta wait a bit to get one and a few other things🤑😜
Well thank you for watching! And happy to help. Dont wanna be breathing in any of those fumes my friend. ♡
@@MakenzieHallie exactly, even though they are probably still black from the 20yrs of smoking i did lol 🚬
All the more reason to protect those babies now!!! Lol.
Can you make a video on pricing? I’m just starting out and would have no idea where to start if/when I start selling!
Have you tried the Hummingbird glass cutter? Just wondered if it was any good. Thanks
I saw that one and was wondering the same thing..🤣
Havent heard of it but i can find it and test it out!
@@MakenzieHallie thanks, look forward to it.
Do you use U zinc came? If yes, do you have a video to show this technique? Thanks.
PS, I enjoy your channel!
Hi, great videos! I am trying to get into stained glass and am gather materials and equipment, but i have a question about wiring, hoping you can help...
Does black patina when applied to tinned copper wire stain it black?
Follow up question: does copper patina when applied to tinned copper wire stain it copper, and if I want this copper look, should I just buy copper wire originally?
Do you need to wear a mask whilst grinding?
Definitely check that the running pliers do have the curved jaws when buying from amazon. bought a kit for a backup set of tools (i work in my home studio and a local glass studio) and the running pliers were flat instead of curved, I was like what who would even make that.
I LITERALLY cut the section of me discussing this out. The video was so long. Sooo those were probably key fob pliers. So annoying!!!!!
Great video! And wow, prices have gone up…I bought a beginner kit from anything in stained glass about a year ago - included the gryphette grinder, Hakko fx-601, and starting materials plus glass. I think it was around $200 for everything - today it is $315 😳
"Not a cheap hobby"
...Gemstone faceting has entered the chat. Haha
Very useful information thankyou
So just starting out... decided to go wit h the Hakko you recommended because I've seen so many newbies get frustrated with their soldering capabilities and it's ALWAYS turned out to be the iron they're using just isn't getting hot enough. I saw there was one on Amazon for like $20 less... and of course those are fakes that have a chance of just melting themselves. MIGHT work fine but chancing an electrical fire while trying to save $20? Lol, maybe not.
Also, thank you SO MUCH in all the videos you do showing the different ways you can do things, some things that other glass workers might not want to share, as well as showing how to work with glass in the setting of an average person (As in someone that doesn't have an entire workshop). I've literally got a corner of my garage that I'm trying to get set up to starting practicing on the daily once my kiddo starts school and you've helped SO MUCH with figuring out how to make the most of my space AND my fairly limited money.
could this be the foundations of a Makenzie pro stained glass set?1
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Do you use wax? Very confused as to if it falls under optional. Some swear you get discoloured corrosions spots without it, others say that's only caused by not washing off flux properly. Thoughts? Thanks for all your amazing vids :)
I do not use wax/cleaners or polish. Indeed it is leftover flux residue and insufficient cleaning that leads to stained glass "white mold" etc.
Couldnt find any tips for runner pliers anywhere in my city but guy at hardware store said maybe i could wrap some electical tape over the ones i have now that need replacing🤷
Yea i always get em right on amazon. I have it all linked right in my description. ♡
@@MakenzieHallie great thanks will order from your link👍
M I love you and you as always gave lots of good advice. However, I really wish you’d stop down-playing the use of Groser/breaker pliers. If you are using more difficult to cut glass (opalescent/swirl) and are doing tight inside cuts, then Groser/breakers are essential. Running pliers are made for straight and gentle curve scores. There are plenty of reasonable options. The flat jaw on top does breaks, rounded jaw on top can remove nubs etc and can cut down on grinding. The other thing to remind people is that you need to replace grinder bits frequently depending on the amount of work you’re doing.
Well thats the point Jeanette! I dont use them. Ever. On any glass for any reason. I never have. Huge inside curves, on any glass you give me I do 1 score, and open with my runners. But if you use them and love them, thats absolutely ok! We all do things differently. ♡♡♡ And thank you for your support!!! 🙏🙏🖤🖤
@@MakenzieHallie I get it. I’m just saying you mainly use iridescent glass and it cuts and breaks much easier than many opaque. Just don’t want people to understand the value of the tool.
Hi Makenzie, when I asked you if you had a hobby license I meant before you had your full time business sorry I wasn't more clear...❤
Its ok! Yea i went straight from my full time corporate job to full time glass and sole proprietorship. 🖤 The decision was made and i just did it within a few weeks of starting my IG.
Ok thanks so much 👍
Welcome! Sorry, i think i am the more rare case where i just decided and made the jump after i built up my Instagram. Wrong person to ask. But id say always talk with your tax person to be sure on your best course of action. 🖤
Thank you
Because you work full time, how long do the supplies last before you run out and have to buy more?
It's only 8 bucks for jump rings?I've been making my own🤔
And I don't remember if I initially used tip tinner, I think I read that I could just cover the tip with lead and that would take care of it, I need to check that
So I purchased a $60 Weller smoke absorber before seeing this. I kept going back and forth between the two before deciding to get the one I did. Have you had any experience with it or know anyone who has?
Hmmm i do not know enough to speak on it I feel. But usually reviews are prert6 helpful, did the site you got it from have any at all?
@@MakenzieHallie I got it from Amazon after some research on this stained glass Facebook group I'm apart of. The Weller was recommended by quite a few artists. The drawback it looks like is it's not very quiet but then again I don't know how the hakko absorber in that regard.
Bravo!!!
🙇♀️(bow)🙇♀️ thank you. Thank you very much.
Yea..I started in at about $600.