Stained Glass Window Hangings
Different types of stained glass window hangings can be used to serve different purposes but at the very least they will generally be used to add some welcome colour as well as improve the aesthetics of a room. One can also pick from different kinds of stained glass window hangings including suncatchers which are window hangings that have been designed for use in front of window panes. There are also larger stained glass window hangings which act as artworks when placed on walls.
Stained glass –created with leaded glass
Stained glass window hangings are often created with leaded glass as well as from art glass. Which type you end up choosing will depend on various factors which in turn will play a part in the final appearance of the window hangings and also on their quality as well as price.
Suncatchers
Suncatchers are stained glass window hangings which are very common and are available in a variety of designs and sizes. These stained glass window hangings generally have images of birds or flowers on them and they are available in various colours and can be affixed to a window with a nice suction cap. This allows them to be removed and taken to another place where they can be hung. They are also items which can be gifted to people and are normally made from basic craft supplies.
Larger and heavier varieties
There are other types of stained glass window hangings and these tend to be much larger and are also much heavier and will generally be made from glass that is quite thick. Such stained glass window hangings need to be mounted on a window with certain hardware that should be strong and able to handle the higher weight and larger size. However, they will achieve the same kind of look as is achieved with a sunscatcher.
These larger stained glass window hangings are available in a variety of patterns as well as designs and abstract patterns in particular are widely used in such pieces as they allow for use of many different colours.
It is also possible to purchase handmade stained glass window hangings which are made from genuine stained glass and which ensure that there will not be any peeling of the colours which will not fade or be peeled off. These items are very innovative and can also easily create three dimensional forms. They look best when you add flower patterns to them and the larger versions should obviously not be hung with suction cups which not be able to bear the high weight.
If you would like to purchase high quality stained glass window hangings then you should check out the different online stores including those such as Folksy which offers some nice options. For example, they have PinWheel stained glass window hanging which is priced at just fifteen pounds. It is certainly very colourful and is made from recycled glass which the artist has pieced together and created a very pleasing shape. The artist has also used copper foil methods and has soldered it all together by hand. This and other stained glass window hangings can be used to good effect in your home.
