Stained Glass Resources: Books!

Not everyone has access to hands-on stained glass classes. Some folks learn better independently.  Whatever the reason, maybe you just prefer an in-home DIY approach.  If that sounds like you, I have a curated list of stained glass instruction books and pattern books you may want to look in to!

Stained Glass Instruction Books

This list has books for stained glass artists of all levels, including the beginner.  Most contain projects that build on skills and allow you to grow at your own pace.  Covering skills like scoring and shaping glass, foiling, soldering and even pattern selection and design at a pace that fits your schedule.

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Tiffany Windows Stained Glass Pattern Book

by Connie Clough Eaton

Stained Glass Pattern Books

Tiffany style windows on your must do list?  Try Connie Clough Eatons' "Tiffany Windows Stained Glass Pattern Book" pictures to the right.  If you're more interested in learning to make lamp shades, check out "Easy Stained Glass Panel Lampshades" by Anna Croyle.  For contemporary decorative items, you'll enjoy Noor Springael's "Creative Stained Glass", which has over 15 giftable projects appropriate for beginning stained glass artists.  Any one of these is a great starting point for your glass art education!  I've also included books with garden, quilt, and alphabet designs along with more traditional options like Prairie, William Morris and Victorian style projects. 

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Where to Find Stained Glass Books

Bookshop.org connects readers with independent booksellers. I'm am a Bookshop affiliate, so when you click these link, browse, then buy, I do earn a commission.  A portion of each sale is also shared with member booksellers, helping support independent books stores all over the globe.  

Or, shop local and buy from your local book store. If you're near a second hand bookstore, they are great places for vintage stained glass books. Real treasure can be found!

Not sure you want to commit to buying books just yet? No worries - stained glass books are often available thru your local library or other lending sources.  Learn about free, and legal, ways to borrow books (and more) here.

With 2 dozen recommendation, and more added as I have time, this list is a great jumping off point for you.  I hope you'll give stained glass a try!

Until next time,

Ailsa