Leaded Stained Glass goes way back to medieval times. The glass is cut to a pattern and then, instead of copper foil, lead came is used to join the pieces together. This comes in 6ft lengths and is cut to size and bent around the glass shapes. Then each join is soldered, before the panel is cemented to make it strong and weatherproof. It is then polished. It is more durable and able to withstand weather. Cathedral windows are constructed using this method.
Copper Foil Stained glass is the technique developed by L.C. Tiffany. The glass is cut to a pattern, and is then wrapped around the edges with a sticky copper tape. This tape is then covered with a bead of solder, which has patina applied to it before being polished.
Stained Glass Panel
Barbara Konschak will be your guide as you learn how to safely build a Stained Glass Panel with either lead or copper foil. No prior experience or skill needed. In this class you will learn how to cut out your pattern, cut glass, foil, and solder your panel. Students will be able to choose from three patterns and create your own color scheme. If you have a particular piece of glass you’d like to use you are welcome to bring it to the class. You will complete one 8″x10″ panel. Enjoy it on display in your home or give it as a gift. Must be able to stand, bend and spend time on your feet for long periods in this class.
(2-Day Workshop)
– April 5 & 6, 2025 (9:00am – 3:00pm)
– May 3 & 4, 2025 (9:00am – 3:00pm)
– May 17 & 18, 2025 (9:00am – 3:00pm)
– June 21 & 22, 2025 (9:00am – 3:00pm)
$175 class + $40 material fee payable to instructor at the time of class
Mosaic Tray
This mosaic 6×6″ tray is great for keeping small items in a bedroom, bath or desk. Great for holding keys, jewelry, etc. Instructor will teach you safety, how to use the proper tools for cutting glass, how to prepare your tray, what types of glue to use and explain the process of grouting. The tray will be painted and a drawing will be applied by the instructor prior to class. Due to the need for the glue to cure the instructor will grout it the following day; you will set a date and time for pick up at the end of the workshop.
April 19, 2025 (10:00am – 2:00pm)
$65 class + $30 material fee payable to instructor at the time of class
Mosaic “Welcome” Sign
This is approximately a 6-hour-stained glass mosaic workshop. The instructor will teach the process for preparing a substrate, design, proper glue, how to use mosaic nippers and stained-glass tools and grouting process for this project. Due to the need for glue to cure for 24 hours, the grouting will be done by the instructor and a designated time for picking up your finished mosaic mirror will be assigned at the end of the workshop. Instructions for wall mounting will be provided.
May 25, 2025 (9:30am – 3:30pm)
$75 class + $30 material fee payable to instructor at the time of class
About the Artist
Barbara has been creating stained glass since 1990. She had attended private lessons for 2 years with the late John Keegan, a well known stained glass artist of John Keegan & Co., located in Bucks County, PA. She has given private lessons in her home and has been teaching at TPCA for years.