This technique involves tracing or drawing a pattern onto a sheet of copper foil. Once the copper foil is affixed to the glass, the pattern is cut out with an exacto knife. The pattern is then burnished down to stop the edges from lifting. Solder is applied directly to the copper foil sheet, taking care not to crack the glass beneath due to heat build up. Once the desired texture has been reached, the solder can be cleaned and a patina is applied to accentuate the 3D nature of the stained glass piece.
Northern Jack Pine
These panels take hours to create. The pattern is first traced onto the copper foil and then cut out with an exacto knife. Because each panel is done by hand, each one is different, depending on the designs of the glass. The textured tree and rock create a beautiful silhouette effect.
Northern Lights
This amazing Oceanside glass is perfect for mimicking the Northern Lights. The copper foil overlay additions certainly take a back seat to the stunning glass.
BLACK BEAR
A completely different look depending on if this piece is back or front lit. They measure 6” in diameter. and are set in a stand alone metal frame. A black patina was used to finish the look.
HOWLING WOLF
A completely different look depending on if these pieces are back or front lit. They measure 6” in diameter. and are set in a stand alone metal frame. A black patina was used to finish the look.
When you see these handicrafts, can you know that they are all made of copper foil?
Post time: Dec-19-2021