Title - Patriotic Heart Suncatcher
By - Delphi
Primary Subject - Art
Grade Level - 4-8
Time Required: 3 sessions
Objectives:
1) Students will learn the basics of stained glass including glass cutting, assembly, soldering and finishing. 2) Students will improve hand dexterity, attention to detail and craftsmanship. 3) Students will learn the importance of color and light, as sunlight will change the color of the glass and crate a rainbow refractory through the bevel.
Before beginning this lesson, students should complete:
Teacher's note: Cut each small sheet of glass into six pieces, creating 4" square pieces of glass for each student. Experiment with different colors of glass. If creating hearts that are one color (example: all red for a Valentine's Day project) use 4 small sheets of glass, with each student receiving 1/3 of the sheet.
Directions: Refer to Delphi's Beginning Stained Glass Instructions (www.lessonplanspage.com/ArtDelphiBeginningStainedGlassInstruction412.htm) for detailed directions.
1. Cut the easiest piece first -- they're numbered from the easiest (#1 is a bevel - no cutting required) to the most difficult (pieces 4 and 5).
2. On pieces 4 and 5, cut the curved side first.
3. Grind or use a scythe stone to remove burrs.
4. Foil.
5. Solder, including the hook onto the top of the heart.
6. Clean and polish.
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