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
Join Barbara Konschak for a hands-on introduction to the art of stained glass! In this class, you’ll learn how to safely create an 8″ x 10″ stained glass panel using the copper foil technique. You will be guided through each step of the process, including cutting and grinding glass, applying copper foil, and soldering your finished panel.
Students will have the opportunity to choose from a selection of patterns suited to their experience level and create a custom color scheme to make their panel uniquely their own. (You may bring your own glass if desired)
- Beginner: Designed for students with no previous experience cutting or grinding glass.
- Intermediate: For students who have completed at least a beginner-level suncatcher class.
- Advanced: For students who have previously completed the 2-day stained glass class.
Please Note: This is a hands-on class that requires students to stand, bend, and remain on their feet for extended periods of time. Please consider your physical ability to comfortably participate before registering.
(2-Day Workshop)
- September 19 & 20, 2026 (9:00am – 3:00pm)
- Saturday and Sunday, November 21 & 22, 2026 (9:00am – 3:00pm)
- Saturday and Sunday, December 19 & 20, 2026 (9:00am – 3:00pm) Registration opens in October
$175 class + $40 material fee payable to instructor at the time of class
Stained Glass Propagation Station
This workshop is for intermediate to advanced students. Must have made some projects in the past. Confident with cutting and soldering. This pattern was designed by Neile Cooper who gave me special permission to teach this class. You will learn how to cut more challenging pieces and add lead to the perimeter of the completed project.
(3-Week Workshop)
Wednesday, November 4, 11 & 18, 2026 (6:30pm – 9:00pm)
$175 class + $40 material fee payable to instructor at the time of class
Previous workshops
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.