Faux Stained Glass

Transform any room into a gallery of vibrant colors and designs with faux stained glass in this fun, creative activity.

Activity Time

30 Minutes (may vary based on complexity of design)

Wait Time

Overnight

8-10

Elmer's Washable White School Glue

Paint

DIY / Crafting

Winter

SUPPLIES

1 bottle (5 fl oz) Elmer’s Clear School Glue

1 bottle (4 fl oz) Elmer’s White School Glue

A picture frame with a sheet of glass that you won’t mind painting over

A design pattern of your choice (cut to the size of the glass)

Various colors of AP approved acrylic paint

Paintbrushes

A skewer for mixing

Small bowls for mixing colors

DIRECTIONS

Have an adult remove the glass from the picture frame and place over a design pattern of your choice.

Add about 1 tsp of black acrylic paint to the Elmer's white glue and use a skewer to mix in the glue bottle. Place cap back on the glue.

Use the glue bottle to add black "leading" lines on your glass to create your design. Allow to dry overnight.

Mix your colors one at a time. Add a few of drops of 1 acrylic paint color into a small bowl. Then, mix in about 3 tbsp of Elmer’s Clear School Glue to the paint.

Repeat step 5 to create additional colors.

Use paintbrush to heavily add the paint inside the leading lines. Be sure to go all the way to the leading. Allow project to dry for several hours.

Display on your window seal to enjoy your designs!

PRODUCTS