Stained Glass Restoration

Learn the copperfoil technique used in stained-glass conservation, including how to remove and replace a broken pane in a leaded panel Copper foil technique is a method used in stained glass where thin copper tape is wrapped around the edges of glass pieces, allowing them to be soldered together along the entire joint. The technique turns cut glass pieces into a unified panel and the bases for creating intricate designs and curves. Also known as the Tiffany method, due to its popular use on Tiffany lamps as the method suits detailed patterns, small pieces, and flowing curves because every glass edge can be wrapped independently. Biography: South Bristol's finest, architectural stained glass artist Dora McCormack is known for her restoration work across the UK. Key works included Wells Catherdral, St Mary Redcliffe Church, and North Streets, Lounge. This workshop will be carried out in Dora's new studio in the heart of Bristol's waterside. Space is limited to 10 persons standing. Find out more about Dora's work here. --- This introductory workshop is part of Celebrating Repair Cultures (Oct 3rd - 17th), a city-wide Bristol programme exploring our relationship with things through hands-on workshops, talks, performances, and community mending. Bringing together local repair cafés, makers, artists, and researchers across venues like the CUBE, Pervasive Media Studio, Arnolfini, and SPARKS, the two-week series features a dedicated digital repair and debate day at Bristol City Hall, a Material Cabaret on Lightship 55, and the 10th Anniversary of International Repair Day. Discover the full programme and join the conversation at repairacts.net.