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The best lead solder for your projects!
Canfield 60/40 solder for stained glass
 
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If you need lead free solder, this is my rec
Canfield Pewter Finish Lead-Free Solder - Tin/Silver/Copper Alloy
 
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This gel flux has way fewer bubbles than the liquid kind!
Neutraclean Flux Remover - 8 Oz
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Toyo makes the best glass cutters on the market.  This pistol grip is great for beginners
Toyo Pistol Grip Glass Cutter, Assorted Colors
 
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This toyo glass cutter is a bit more advanced to hold, but cuts beautifully
TOYO TC17B Brass Glass Cutter | Japan
 
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Plastic running pliers are my go to for cutting glass
6" Plastic Running Plier by Fletcher - Glass Breaker
 
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If you're using lead solder, stay safe by using gloves and these lead off wipes
Hygenall LeadOff Disposable Cleaning Wipes
 
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Clean up dark flux marks with this spray and microfiber cloths
Kwik Clean Flux Cleaner 16 Oz
 
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These microfiber cloths are perfect for your flux removers, patinas, and polishes
USANOOKS Microfiber Cleaning Cloth Grey - 12 Pcs
 
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The final step for polishing your piece and making it clean and shiny is KEY
Clarity Stained Glass Finishing Compound - 12oz.
 
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You need a stand for your soldering iron and some accessories to clean the tip… it gets HOT
YIHUA X-4 Soldering Iron Holder w/ Brass Wool & Sponge
 
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Hakko makes the best soldering irons for stained glass, with temperature adjustments.  This is their best under $100
Hakko FX600-05/P Soldering Iron, 500°C, 74W
 
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Cut your glass on this waffle grid so small pieces don't get everywhere!
Creator's Waffle Grid 2-Pack - Solid Bottom
 
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Black patina to turn your solder black after your project is finished
Novacan Black Patina for Solder
 
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Copper patina to turn your solder copper after you're finished soldering
Novacan Super Brite Copper Patina Solder
 
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Finish the edges of curved pieces with hobby came
Glassco 5/64" Round U Lead Came 12 ft
 
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Copper backed foil in my favorite size
2 Rolls/Pack 7/32 Edco Copper Foil (Copper Backed
 
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splatter guard so little shards of glass don't get everywhere!
Kritkin Plastic Splatter Guard for Glass Grinder
 
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You probably don’t need the biggest, fanciest grinder. This small version of The Grinder is perfect and more affordable!
The Grinder 3 by Techniglass
 
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Bradstreet Glass has a great selection of glass in smaller sizes for unbeatable prices
Bradstreet Glass: Red Stained Glass Sheet 90 COE Bullseye 1122 30
 
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D&L Art Supply has larger glass pieces, unique and rare finds, and options for every glass making supply you might need
D&L Art Supply
 
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Delphi Glass has a ton of supplies, but if you’re just getting started and don’t have all the tools to cut, Delphi Glass has a bunch of pre-cut kits!
Delphi Glass: Stained Glass Pre-Cut Kits & Supplies
 
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I suggest a high temp silicone mat with some sort of grid to catch your lead as you solder!
LET'S RESIN Resin Collector Mat, Easy Clean & Silicone ...
 
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Make your life easier by cutting vinyl for your patterns instead of cutting paper by hand. You won’t regret it!
Cricut® Explore 4 | The Next-Gen Cutting Machine
 
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Tinned jump rings are necessary for hanging your pieces and can be so hard to find! Stock up!
Tinned Rings
 
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This is the mat I use for soldering and I LOVE it!
Stained Glass Heat Resistant Mat
 
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I love to cut this chain down and use for hanging - especially for larger pieces. It’s a little chunky!
Close Knit Chain Trim
 
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I grabbed these grinder bits just for a variety of sized glass to grind and they work so well! I love the smaller one for tricky, small spaces
Stained Glass Diamond Grinder Bits 3 Sizes