The 10-panel vintage window survived the trip from Orange, California to the Midwest. It’s a pretty big window at 5′ x 2′ ft … which meant this piece would take a huge bite out of my vintage glass collection.
The vintage windows I look for have to be sturdy, with clear glass that doesn’t wiggle or show separation (rotting) from the frame … not even a little bit.
I use a clear adhesive to glue the glass to the glass, in a well ventilated room, with a wheeled tile cutter, a small hammer – on a sturdy surface – wearing safety glasses with a first aid kit near by … but not children or pets. Safety First – Always wear safety glasses when breaking or cutting random glass dishes, cups and/or glass objects. Depending on the type of glass they can and some will shatter in a bazillion pieces … maybe more. Be careful.
Learn How to DIY with a Glass Class with Mara Lee
Clean the window with a vinegar & water mixture – a couple of times – and let it dry. Glue glass pieces into place filling in with cut glass pieces, clear glass gems, marbles and the like …
Learn How to DIY with a Glass Class with Mara Lee
Learn How to DIY with a Glass Class with Mara Lee
Glass on Glass – 10 Panes – Private Collection
Learn How to DIY with a Glass Class with Mara Lee
Green Gables – Private Collection 
Green Gables – Glass on Glass 
Green Gables – Glass on Glass 
Green Gables – Private Collection 
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