Publications and Products
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Want more than one? The publications, CD-ROMs and DVDs below using online orderingat the bottom of the page.
Members: call the Headquarters at 800.438-9581 to get member pricing on SGAA publications.
You can also download a PDF order form for these publications and products by clicking this link or order any title from the SGAA headquarters at 800.438-9581.
The Stained Glass Quarterly
The Stained Glass Quarterly features full-color articles about historical and contemporary installations that will show you what others in the field are doing. Expertly detailed articles give you the information you need to run a profitable studio. Restoration and protective glazing are hot topics right now and The Stained Glass Quarterly has not hesitated to bring the results of the latest studies to our readers. The Stained Glass Quarterly’s website is www.stainedglassquarterly.com; by visiting this website, you can find subscription information as well as an extensive archive of sample articles from past issues and ordering information for available back issues.
A subscription to The Stained Glass Quarterly is included as a benefit of all levels of membership and affiliation in the Stained Glass Association of America.
The Sourcebook
The Sourcebook is your guide to architectural stained glass. This annual publication is free and was designed for architects, building owners, church committees, consultants and others who work with stained glass studios or specify stained glass. This publication features articles about specifying glass, selecting a studio and what stained glass can offer. This publication also features a portfolio presentation section that is open to the Accredited members of the Stained Glass Association of America and a complete membership directory for the organization.
A subscription to and inclusion in the Sourcebook is included as a benefit of all levels of membership and affiliation in the Stained Glass Association of America.
The Sourcebook website is www.SGAAOnline.com; there, you can download the entire publication as well as read Sourcebook online.
Faces of Mary in Stained Glass

"Faces of Mary" is a more-than 500 piece puzzle available from the Stained Glass Association of America.
Why jigsaw puzzles are good to own and good to give as a gift:
- They offer a non-violent, non-technology related pastime that requires no batteries.
- They can be done by individuals or by a small group; all family members can participate.
- For children, they help develop hand/eye coordination, cognitive skills and problem solving abilities.
- They can familiarize one with art in general, especially form, line, color, and texture.
- They can help develop concentration and long-term gratification skills.
- They teach one to pay attention to details and develop patience.
- They can be mounted and framed when completed.
- They can serve as rehabilitation tools.
- They are relatively cheap, most important, they are FUN!
- If you like doing puzzles, buy one for yourself.
- If you know someone who likes doing puzzles, it’s a fun gift!
- If you are part of an organization that is interested in fund-raising, call the SGAA Headquarters at 800.438-9581; we’ll be happy to answer your questions and perhaps give you additional ideas about using puzzles.
“Faces of Mary” in Stained Glass is only $15 for SGAA Members and $20 for non-members, plus $7.95 shipping. Quantity discounts are available – please see the quantity information on the Faces of Mary page.
The Standards and Guidelines for the Preservation of Historic Stained Glass Windows
Any document that deals with preservation ideology, or methods of conservation of cultural property, assumes a certain knowledgeability on the reader’s part, regarding historic, artistic, or social significance.
In truth, most papers on this general subject are loathe to try to define what is historically significant. What makes a stained glass window worth preserving? When is a window culturally valuable? How does a property steward decide what is worth a full-scale restoration and what is not? Does every stained glass window ever made justify heroic efforts in preservation?
In fact, the answer to this last question is a simple no. There are many beautiful, well-fabricated stained glass windows that do not warrant the expensive, documented, and time-consuming treatment outlined in this book.
Just how it is decided which ones do, or do not, merit this consideration remains a somewhat ambiguous process. What we DO consider the most important facet of this process is an open, frank, and honest discussion between the property owner and the professional stained glass practitioner. And where available, we encourage the participation of a local historian.
Upon the determination of qualifying historical significance, and a decision to preserve the property, we recommend the unfailing adherence to the standards and guidelines set forth herein.
SGAA Recommendations for Safety in the Stained Glass Studio
The SGAA Recommendations for Safety in the Stained Glass Studio was produced by the Health & Safety Committee of the Stained Glass Association of America and is designed to fill a gap in the available stained glass literature by providing a concise source for recommendations on safely dealing with the unique safety needs of the stained glass studio.
Though this book is designed primarily for the professional architectural stained glass studio, there is also a section on safety in the home studio.
This book deals with safety-mindedness, employee education and OSHA; safety basics, lead intoxication, symptoms and treatments; lead exposure and protection; safety on the jobsite; sandblasting safety; the dangers of acid and environmental protection — including TRI reporting.
International Art Glass Catalogues on CD-ROM
Available for the first time in a very long time.
The two CD set includes:
• 1909 Official Catalog
• 1911 Universal Art Glass Catalog
• 1914 International Art Glass Catalog
• 1924 International Art Glass Catalog, Church
• 1924 International Art Glass Catalog, Domestic
• Jacoby Studios Catalog (bonus material)
Albinas Elskus Plass Painting DVD
This 26 minute DVD, which premiered at the SGAA Annual Summer Conference in Denver, Colorado, is the visual companion to Elskus’s popular painting book.
Originally filmed in silent 8mm, the film has been professionally digitalized and dubbed.
This is one of the finest bargains the SGAA offers and is a valuable teaching tool for the beginning painter.
The Biographical Index of Historic American Stained Glass Makers
This publication is the first of its kind. It broadly defines the history of stained glass in the United States in terms of the people and studios that practiced the trade.
The entries date from the colonial period until 50 years ago. To be included, the person or studio must have been actively involved in the United States or Canada 50 or more years ago.
Excellent for academic research and for those engaged in restoration.
D. Maitland Armstrong: American Stained Glass Master
The first monograph published on this major American stained glass artist outlines his life and artistic accomplishments, as well as that of his daughter and business partner, Helen M. Armstrong. Their glass art was considered among America’s finest during the Gilded Age and early 20th century.
Important installations included the Appellate Court Building in New York, Vanderbilt’s All Souls Church in Asheville, and The Church of the Ascension in New York. Other installations large and small exhibited the same distinguished artistry and high craftsmanship. Armstrong’s personal friends included notable artists John La Farge, Charles McKim, Augustus Saint-Gaudens, Louis Tiffany, Stanford White, and George Maynard, and Armstrong’s story mirrors the changing cultural landscape of the United States in the 19th century.
Extensively illustrated, and researched from private family papers, the book provides a new look at the people, collaborative efforts, and artistic master-works of the American Renaissance.
The SGAA Lead Safety DVD
The Stained Glass Association of America, in cooperation with the Lead Industries Association (LIA) has produced a video for stained glass studios and hobbyists. The 12-minute program, available on DVD, focuses on how to control exposure to lead and explains preventative measures currently required by OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration).
The video describes workplace protection as a three-way partnership:
- The government agency which sets the limits on permissible exposure levels.
- The employer who is responsible for informing and training the employee.
- And the worker, who must follow the company’s procedures and practice good personal hygiene.
Hobbyists working on their own will also benefit from the many procedures and safety tips demonstrated on the video.
The Story of Stained Glass
This illustrated, 24-page booklet is loaded with helpful information on the nature, the history, the techniques and the terminology of stained glass.
Its clear, concise text and popular illustrations make it a much-appreciated gift to stained glass lovers and clients alike.
The low cost of this handy and informative booklet, which includes a glossary and bibliography, makes it a real value for anyone working in stained glass. Order a supply today.
Ordering information for the above publications:
Note: All publications available online are available at non-member pricing. If you are a current member in good standing of the Stained Glass Association of America, you can receive member pricing by calling the Headquarters at 800.438-9581 and ordering directly from the office.
You can order online using the forms below; the first form is for orders shipped within the United States and the second form is for international orders. If you prefer, you can order over the phone by calling the SGAA Headquarters (800.438-9581) or order by mail or fax (816.737-2090 or email to headquarters@sgaaonline.com) by using the downloadable PDF order form.
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| Faces of Mary in Stained Glass | $20 | $7.95 | |
| The Standards and Guidelines for the Preservation of Historic Stained Glass, Second Edition |
$10 | $1.25 | |
| SGAA Recommendations for Safety in the Stained Glass Studio; First Edition, 2005 |
$3 | $1.25 | |
| International Art Glass Catalogues on CD-ROM | $19.95 | $1.50 | |
| Albinas Elskus Glass Painting DVD | $15 | $1.50 | |
| The Biographical Index of Historic American Stained Glass Makers | $19.95 | $3 | |
| D. Maitland Armstrong: American Stained Glass Master | $50.00 | $3 | |
| The SGAA Lead Safety DVD | $22.95 | $1.50 | |
| The Story of Stained Glass | $7 | $1.25 | |
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| Faces of Mary… In Stained Glass | $20 | $13.50 | |
| The Standards and Guidelines for the Preservation of Historic Stained Glass, Second Edition |
$10 | $3 | |
| SGAA Recommendations for Safety in the Stained Glass Studio; First Edition, 2005 |
$3 | $3 | |
| International Art Glass Catalogues on CD-ROM | $19.95 | $4 | |
| Albinas Elskus Glass Painting DVD | $15 | $4 | |
| The Biographical Index of Historic American Stained Glass Makers | $19.95 | $9 | |
| D. Maitland Armstrong: American Stained Glass Master | $50.00 | $11 | |
| The SGAA Lead Safety DVD | $22.95 | $8 | |
| The Story of Stained Glass | $7 | $3 | |
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All publications are also available by calling the SGAA Headquarters at 800.438-9581.








