Stainglass is often used for artistic and beautification purposes. However, this time it is being used to divide space and define space while providing beautification. The open space like-balcony in the kitchen that overlooks the foyer and provides separation of front entrance and kitchen, is on the second level in this tri-level home. To define separation and not lose the value of this open space, the framed stainglass art was decided upon by the artist and the homeowner, (29″ long and 24″ wide) held by strong chains and attached to hooks on the ceiling. As a result, the artistic work was preserved, the space was selectively divided and the artistic divider was defined.
In partnership, the stainglass shutters were installed in the kitchen and the stainglass transom over the front door. With southern exposure in the morning, there is nothing more lovely then seeing the sun come into the home with the warm glow of radiant colors. The beautification of stainglass provides an opportunity for the light to transcend all kinds of weather. Are you interested in stainglass designing for your home? Try it!
1. Betty,
These are very beautiful stainglass pieces. Interesting ways to incorporate stained glass in the decor.
by Cathy — 5/10/07 at 11:18 am #
2. Betty,
Those are beautiful stained glass pieces. I like both applications, Very nice.
by Cathy — 5/10/07 at 11:51 am #
3. I really like the stain glass. It would go well in my bathroom. I have just the right space for it. This is a great idea. Thanks.
by Tony Thompson — 5/10/07 at 10:57 pm #
4. Hi Tony,
It would be interesting to hear how you plan to use the stainglass in your bathroom. We appreciate all decorating ideas. Thanks for your response.
Betty
by Betty — 5/12/07 at 8:27 am #
5. Hi Betty,
I love your stainglass art pieces. They are arranged like they are paintings done in glass that you can see from either side of a room. After seeing this the other day, I talked to a stainglass person that does this kind of work and I am asking him to do do a room divider for me for my home. With light coming from both sides at different times, it should be quite beautiful.
I like your style.
Nora
by Anonymous — 5/15/07 at 11:45 am #
6. Hi Betty,
I like these stainglass windows. They are really exactlly what I was looking for and I didn’t know what I needed to decorate until I saw your stainglass that reminds me of paintings that have been made with glass. After seeing the stainglass piece hanging from the ceiling I decided that this is what I need for decorating a house that I am working on. I am going to have stainglass as a divider of two rooms. I talked to a stainglass artist and I have commissioned him to do this for my client.
I have checked you out. I love your style. I will be watching to see whaat else you have that is new. Thank you and you saved my ….
by Anonymous — 5/15/07 at 12:11 pm #
7. Dear Nora and Anonymous,
Thank you so much for the comments. I t sounds as though both of you have the same ideas about decorating with stainglass. what is really significant is to note that stainglass can be used in multiple places for a number of purposes. One of the most lovely places for stainglass is directly under the skylight, allowing the sun to come through directly. Even on a cloudy day or rainy day, you are not deprived of the beauty of the stainglass colors and beauty.
I love the idea of a stainglass divider between rooms. This could be quite awesome!
Betty
Betty
by Betty — 5/19/07 at 11:21 am #
8. Stain glass is beautiful and sometimes pricey, so I purchased liquid glass paint and painted a bathroom window. The window had a view of the deck and I did want to provide privacy for guests. This idea worked well as it still provides light and now works with the theme of a beach house bath complete with fish, sea shells, coral etc. It was fun to do and everyone loves it.
by Sheree — 5/24/07 at 3:24 pm #
9. Hi Sheree,
Your painting with liquid glass paint sounds great! Could you take a picture and share your design with us. I know that everyone would like to see it. If I had known about your method, I probably would have talked to an artist to paint it for me. I don’t have the skills as you do (smile). Think about it and I hope that you will agree to share.
Betty
by Betty — 5/24/07 at 8:41 pm #
10. This is so beautiful! I love stainglass and this tells me a lot about some of the kinds of things that I can do. I have not looked at it in this way.
Carla
by Carla — 6/19/07 at 5:28 pm #
11. Hi Carla,
I am glad that you were inspired by the stainglass post. Stainglass has been around for centuries, but it will always be beautiful and stately. Thanks for sharing with us. When I was growing up, our livingroom/dining room windows were stainglass. That early introduction continues to highlight my love for stainglass.
by Betty — 6/22/07 at 4:44 pm #
12. I have two skylights in my family room. I am also intersted in painting
with liquid glass and have a few books on the process. What I am
curious about is how to hang the glass from the skylights. Any ideas?
I am a do it your selfer, mostly because I prefer not to pay someone
for something that I know I can do if I put my mind to it.
Thanks for any suggestions.
Karen
by Karen — 8/9/07 at 1:10 pm #
13. Where would I order shutters/stain glass like you show? Does Home Goods sell stain glass hanging pieces like the other one? I have never seen this there.
by judi [...] — 8/9/07 at 1:29 pm #
14. My sales rep told me about this site and the pictures of the “Stain Glass” shutters. I am the owner of a shutter manufacturing company in Elk Grove, IL . and we manufacture this type of beautiful product (in shutters and freehanging or for transom window applications. I would be happy to e-mail out a brochure to so you would be able to forward or like it any customers looking for information and pricing on this this product We do the measuring and installation with ina 2 hours drive from Chicago, and will refer an install and ship nationwide. Thank you
by doug [...] — 8/9/07 at 1:42 pm #
15. Hi Karen,
Thanks for your question about the mounting or hanging of stainglass from the skylight. Now, first you must know that I don’t have your skills to do this kind of artistic work (smile). (1) In the first house, the stainglass was mounted to the ceiling around the skylight. It was made in the shape of the skylight. It had a fastener on it so that it could be opened and closed at will. (2) In the second house, the stainglass was attached to four chains and hanging from the ceiling below the skylight(close to the ceiling) and it looked as though it was flat against the ceiling from the floor. In both situations, they made absolutely beautifu decor and heightened the perspective in the home!
I like your determination and drive to do what you must or learn what you may to make things work, so that you might get the results that prove to be best for you.
I might have some additional information to share with you soon. Keep in touch!!
by Betty — 8/10/07 at 10:09 am #
16. Hi Judi,
We understand that you have been trying to locate stain glass as seen. As an off-price retailer, we make every effort to keep our prices low, and our costs down, so that we can pass these savings on to our customers. For this reason, we do not provide a service of tracking merchandise. In addition, we do not have the privilege of ordering specific merchandise from our vendors. To locate the stain glass, we suggest that you continue to check with the stores in your area directly. We would be happy to provide you with store locations in your area. If you would like a store list, please call our Customer Service Department directly at 1-888-0776.
Thank you!
HomeGoods Customer Service
by HomeGoods Customer Service — 8/10/07 at 12:44 pm #
17. Hi Judi [...],
I want to share some information with you regarding getting the stainglass and the stainglass shutters.
In Jessup, Maryland there is a wonderful store called the Glass Key Inc. They make beautiful glass objects of all kinds. The lady who owns the shop is skilled in the making of stainglass windows, shutters, doors, etc.
Also, check out #14 above. Doug [...]has indicated that his manufacturing company, in Elk Grove, Illinois, specializes in shutters, and he says that they do window application and hanging application. We can not vouch for him or his company, but if you find this information of interest, check with him and see what he can do for you.
We wish you the very best of luck! Please let us know how you make out.
by Betty — 8/11/07 at 12:53 pm #
18. Hi Doug,
We were pleased to receive the information regarding your company and your work with shutters and stainglass. I have referred your company to the above blogger. I do hope that you will be able to accommodate.
Thank you immensely! If you have any other questions about how you might share information about your company, you might contact the customer Service Dept at 1 (800) 888-0776.
Good luck to you!
by Betty — 8/11/07 at 1:04 pm #
19. pls send me few stain glass designs i have a project to do
by tanya — 9/7/07 at 6:11 pm #
20. Hi Tanya,
You expressed a need to receive a few stain glass designs for a project that you have. I must share with you that I don’t have any designs other then what you have seen in the posts. However, one of the greatest stainglass design and etched glass studios, stores and centers is The Glass Key, Inc, in Jessup, Maryland. Any kind of glass, whether etched or stained is housed on these premises. I’m don’t think that the owner would mind sharing information of this nature with you. She is a very kind person and is very willing and excited about sharing to see wonderful things happen with glass .
Also, check out #14 above. This individual, Doug Plager, has indicated that he has a manufacturing company in Elk Grove, Illinois. He specializes in many of the window and hanging applications of stainglass that you saw in this post. He indicates that they are willing to send out brochures.
I hope that the information provided will be helpful to you. Please check back again and let us know how you made out. We look forward to hearing from you. Thank you for inquiring!
by Betty — 9/12/07 at 10:45 am #