Dear Eden, My comments and answers follow. * I strive to make reinforcing a part of the design and maybe you would want to consider that for future panels. A general rule of thumb is reinforcing should
Debbie, I think there will be no problem using copper foil in this application. It is not, in the true sense, an architectural setting as I understand your description. Since the your panel will
Hi Linda, I have a web site with stained glass tutorials. You can read the soldering copper foil tutorial Here That should
Putty is made up of two basic ingredients. Whiting and linseed oil. Then there are various things people add to the basic mix. I have broken this stuff into four categories. 1- Powders: whiting, plaster
The only way the patina will take to the zinc is if the zinc looks like new. You are going to have to steel wool (000) and get to bright shiny metal. You should also be aware that it is difficult to get

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