This is not a procedure I can do you need to go to a glazing company and ask them to create a bevelled mirror for you. This is a laser or grinding procedure and has to be done by a specialist company. I’m surprised you cannot find them already made. Which country are you in? I can look here for you but I’m in the UK. Sue
I found these on Amazon, bevelled mirror subway tiles: Trendi 22pcs Glass Mirrored Bevelled Wall Tiles Mirror Brick Perfect For Home Decor amzn.eu/d/df8blSX
@@SueSmithGlassMosaics thank you for your reply, I'm in the UK too, Birmingham. I have found the tiles (haven't ordered as yet) but I can't find anyone to put them up as whoever I ask they keep saying they are mirrors and will shatter when they cut them, I do have a good few wall sockets in the kitchen so will involve quite a bit of cutting. I have my heart set on them as I am having a new kitchen fitted. I need someone to put them up for me that has experience. Also do they have a special adhesive?
@@nylas100 Good morning Bismillah, sorry for the late reply. Couple of things come to mind that might help. Find a tile shop near you that sells these tiles, explain you are considering them but are concerned about the cutting. If they sell them they must know how to cut them or have someone on their books that does. The other suggestion, there is a company in Birmingham called Birmingham Stained Glass. As they are a well-established Stained Glass company they may well have some suggestions. I know many Stainglass artists use electric saws that cut glass in the difficult shapes that are too hard by hand so they may well be able to advise. But my first stop would be a tile company that actually sells this type of tile. Sue
It's so helpful to see your techniques in action! Can I ask what that is you're using when you cut the straight lines? It looks like a ruler/square, but perhaps is somewhat weighted? I'm struggling with the ruler I use shifting mid-cut...
Hello Ann, It is a ruler set square but it’s made for stained glass so you can buy one from a Stained glass supply company. You can also get Straight Edges Which are similar to metal rulers but they have a nonslip backing and are thicker than a normal ruler so that your glass cutter runs sling it snd doesn’t slip onto the ruler, if that makes sense.
Hi, I'm a beginner and followed the floral mosaic walkthrough, then came here. How do you smooth the strip edges down so you don't risk cutting your fingers to shreds whilst working on the piece? Use that diamond smoothing block?
I’m not sure what you mean? Did you watch all the videos? In the last one, 19, it shows how to grind the edges and any sharp points but that’s the very end.
HI Carmel, basically yes you can. I use Turpentine Substitute as I was taught, I don't like using a greasy oil because I want to glue the pieces of glass straight down and this works for me. If you can't find it go for a light oil, you can also buy cutting oil from stained glass suppliers. Sue
Sue: Thanks for these videos. I've learned how to use the cutter more precisely. A question the base you use is a mirror cutted in squares or mirror glass like stained glass?
I usually don’t get the sound when I’m scoring, and often my scores don’t break well. Especially curved or thin ones. I do appreciate these videos! Do I just need more practice, or does the fact that I don’t usually get sound mean I’m doing something wrong?
Tamra Mason possibly not pressing hard enough. It is all practice. Make sure you hold the cutter at an angle of between 45 -90, the tiny wheel is running on the glass, press down a bit more than when using a pen and run down in one smooth movement from top to bottom( or the other way of you prefer). If you can find some try practicing on thin glass, greenhouse or picture frame glass is often 2mm thick. It’s much easier to cut. Sue
They are called Running Pliers and these blue plastic ones are made by Leponitt but other companies make similar ones in metal or plastic. I sell the plastic ones in my online shop, but otherwise you need to look for mosaic or stained glass material & tool suppliers
HI Terri, I use different ones but ALWAYS make sure that it is lubricated before cutting the glass. If you don't have one that has an oil reservoir, then keep an small oily piece of cloth or sponge in a container and dip before cutting. It doesn't need to be wet with oil, just damp. Also don't press too hard, that way you can gouge a deep rough score which breaks badly. Another tip, the cutter doesn't need to be new, older slightly blunt cutters are better, especially on thick glass. if you are in the UK I can give you suppliers and names but generally available mid range cutters are K Star and Toyo.
Thank you so much for your kind, quiet teaching. I have learned so much from you. I love your hands!
Thank you Mary, good to hear you find them helpful.
How easy you make this look..❤❤❤
I admit it does take some practice
I'm new to mosaic and I found this tutorial very interesting. Thank you. Big hugs from Australia.
So thankful for artists like you explaining things simply to help others and inspire. You are very appreciated! Thank you again! 😉
Wow! This is what I've been looking for. A simple demonstration. Thank you so much.
Very clear - and what a tidy space!
Thank you for a very useful and short tutorial.
thank you, good tip, that bit of attitude at the end made me laugh ;-D
Simple, clear. Superb.
You are amazing...I want bevelled edge mirrored tiles in my kitchen but no one is willing to do them can you? Lol
This is not a procedure I can do you need to go to a glazing company and ask them to create a bevelled mirror for you. This is a laser or grinding procedure and has to be done by a specialist company. I’m surprised you cannot find them already made. Which country are you in? I can look here for you but I’m in the UK. Sue
I found these on Amazon, bevelled mirror subway tiles: Trendi 22pcs Glass Mirrored Bevelled Wall Tiles Mirror Brick Perfect For Home Decor amzn.eu/d/df8blSX
@@SueSmithGlassMosaics thank you for your reply, I'm in the UK too, Birmingham. I have found the tiles (haven't ordered as yet) but I can't find anyone to put them up as whoever I ask they keep saying they are mirrors and will shatter when they cut them, I do have a good few wall sockets in the kitchen so will involve quite a bit of cutting. I have my heart set on them as I am having a new kitchen fitted. I need someone to put them up for me that has experience. Also do they have a special adhesive?
@@nylas100 Good morning Bismillah, sorry for the late reply. Couple of things come to mind that might help. Find a tile shop near you that sells these tiles, explain you are considering them but are concerned about the cutting. If they sell them they must know how to cut them or have someone on their books that does. The other suggestion, there is a company in Birmingham called Birmingham Stained Glass. As they are a well-established Stained Glass company they may well have some suggestions. I know many Stainglass artists use electric saws that cut glass in the difficult shapes that are too hard by hand so they may well be able to advise. But my first stop would be a tile company that actually sells this type of tile. Sue
I love those pliers. What brand are they?
The blue plastic ones are Leponitt Running Pliers.
Perfect! Thank you for sharing!
It's so helpful to see your techniques in action! Can I ask what that is you're using when you cut the straight lines? It looks like a ruler/square, but perhaps is somewhat weighted? I'm struggling with the ruler I use shifting mid-cut...
Hello Ann, It is a ruler set square but it’s made for stained glass so you can buy one from a Stained glass supply company. You can also get Straight Edges Which are similar to metal rulers but they have a nonslip backing and are thicker than a normal ruler so that your glass cutter runs sling it snd doesn’t slip onto the ruler, if that makes sense.
Great video! Would love to know how thick glass was?
Gillian M. HI Gillian, it is 4mm. Thinner glass is much easier and you can cut even thinner strips but not as easy to get hold of.
@@SueSmithGlassMosaics ok great, thank you! :)
Hi, I'm a beginner and followed the floral mosaic walkthrough, then came here. How do you smooth the strip edges down so you don't risk cutting your fingers to shreds whilst working on the piece? Use that diamond smoothing block?
It looks like your strips in the floral piece are rounded...
I’m not sure what you mean? Did you watch all the videos? In the last one, 19, it shows how to grind the edges and any sharp points but that’s the very end.
Hi. Can you use any type of oil in the glass cutter?
HI Carmel, basically yes you can. I use Turpentine Substitute as I was taught, I don't like using a greasy oil because I want to glue the pieces of glass straight down and this works for me. If you can't find it go for a light oil, you can also buy cutting oil from stained glass suppliers. Sue
Sue Smith Glass Thanks Sue, great tutorial x
Sue: Thanks for these videos. I've learned how to use the cutter more precisely. A question the base you use is a mirror cutted in squares or mirror glass like stained glass?
That's right Lilly, I cut the 'mirror tiles' from larger pieces. Sue
🤩🙏awesome
Wow! That was helpful! Thank you.
Good to hear you found it useful. Thanks
waw very professional
I usually don’t get the sound when I’m scoring, and often my scores don’t break well. Especially curved or thin ones. I do appreciate these videos! Do I just need more practice, or does the fact that I don’t usually get sound mean I’m doing something wrong?
Tamra Mason possibly not pressing hard enough. It is all practice. Make sure you hold the cutter at an angle of between 45 -90, the tiny wheel is running on the glass, press down a bit more than when using a pen and run down in one smooth movement from top to bottom( or the other way of you prefer). If you can find some try practicing on thin glass, greenhouse or picture frame glass is often 2mm thick. It’s much easier to cut. Sue
Tamra Mason here is an excellent cutting video made by Delphi Glass. Might be useful. ua-cam.com/video/UTHs2wLQpAs/v-deo.html
@@SueSmithGlassMosaics thanks so much!
What brand is your cutter please?
I use lots of different ones.
Hello, where do I get the plyers you are using?
They are called Running Pliers and these blue plastic ones are made by Leponitt but other companies make similar ones in metal or plastic. I sell the plastic ones in my online shop, but otherwise you need to look for mosaic or stained glass material & tool suppliers
What brand of glass cutter do you use? It's so very smooth! Where can I order? Thank you!!
HI Terri, I use different ones but ALWAYS make sure that it is lubricated before cutting the glass. If you don't have one that has an oil reservoir, then keep an small oily piece of cloth or sponge in a container and dip before cutting. It doesn't need to be wet with oil, just damp. Also don't press too hard, that way you can gouge a deep rough score which breaks badly. Another tip, the cutter doesn't need to be new, older slightly blunt cutters are better, especially on thick glass. if you are in the UK I can give you suppliers and names but generally available mid range cutters are K Star and Toyo.
How do you attach this glass on to a wall.
Da boss!
what is the name of the tools u r using?
HI Doris, the tools are: an oil filled glass cutter and running pliers. Both can be bought from stained glass suppliers. sue