Intro to Lead Panels with Kate Grady 2026 – Copper Foil Experience Required

This intermediate level course will teach each student how to make a 10″ x 12″ stained glass panel using the lead caming technique. You will learn how to design, cut, grind, lead, cement, and solder an individual lead project.                                                                                                                                                                                 

                                                         

 

This class is intended for students with prior copper foil stained glass experience and have a working knowledge of the technique. Not recommended for beginners.     

Where: The Hot Spot @ Rainbow Art Glass’ Warehouse
Age Minimum: 16 years old and up

 

Note: Students must have materials at least 1 day prior to first class & have taken a Copper Foil Class in the past.

1st Class
Date: Friday, February 27th, 2026- 9:30am-3pm

  • Brief history on Lead Caming usage in stained glass as well as the tools/terms that will be used
  • Review how to cut glass using hand cutters
  • Frame-out the project
  • Cut your glass pieces from your pattern
  • Review how to use grinders and demonstrations with band/wire saws
  • Brief discussion on properties of Lead and the related tools you will be using

2nd Class:
Date: Saturday, February 28th, 2026- 9:30am-3pm                                                                                                                                                             

  • Cut and fit all the Lead into your pattern
  • Learn how to solder your project and clean all flux
  • Discuss why Lead panels are cemented and the different types of cement
  • Cement all your Lead pieces
  • Choose patina color and learn how to apply
  • Polish finished piece for take home
  • Discuss finishing techniques and materials (jump rings, wood framing, etc…)

Course Fee: $149.95 total for both days (MUST call payments into office to finalize registration)                                                                          

What to Bring: All of these materials can be purchased at our warehouse for discounted prices for students! (Feel free to bring your own tools if you already have them)

  • Glass Cutter – Carbide Wheel
  • Soldering Iron 80W or 100W
  • Spool (1#) 60/40 Solder
  • Lead Dyke Plier
  • Metal Running Plier
  • Grozier
  • Breaking Pliers
  • Small Bottle of Liquid Flux
  • Flux Brush
  • Black Marker and White/Silver Marker
  • Strips of Lead (1 Each of item #2070 and #2062)
  • Approx 2 square feet of colored glass (scrap glass in our showroom is perfect to use)

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    Questions: Please contact our office at 732-681-6003. Enrollment is limited so contact us ASAP to hold your spot.

    Cancellation Policy: Must cancel spot for class 7 days prior to the event for a full refund. If the spot is canceled 1-6 days before the event, you will receive a credit towards a future class. If spot is cancelled less than 24 Hours before the event, the deposit will be forfeited.