Having a piece of custom-made stained glass can be very expensive. However, if you like antique stained glass and are looking for an easy and rewarding project, you can take advantage of some great bargains.Many antique shops and flea markets are heavily stocked with stained glass windows literally ripped out of houses before they were demolished. Most of these windows are very moderately priced...the ones I buy are generally between $50 and $75 in part because they still have the original painted sash around them. With just a little effort and a table saw, you can turn one of these windows into something really beautiful.
Stained Glass Window Frame
1. Show and cut through each corner tenon using hand saw.
2. Carefully pry each side off.
3. Clean the stained glass with commercial cleaner. Remove paint with paint and varnish remover and pad. Use razor blade to remove paint splatters.
4. Measure edge of window to determine width of slot inside frame.
5. Cut slot in edge of board to be used for frame (before cutting
miters).
6. Measure and cut mitered ends of frame pieces (4).
7. Assemble frame around stained glass window.
8. Glue and clamp. For heavy windows screw, dowel or nail in joints.
