The Most Useful Tool in My Stained Glass Studio: An LED Light Board

If I could only keep one “extra” tool in my stained glass studio, beyond the absolute basics, it would be my LED light boards.

A simple LED light board quietly earns its place in my studio every single day.

For beginning stained glass artists especially, this tool solves multiple problems at once without taking up much space or draining your wallet.

To maintain, simply wipe with a microfiber or soft cotton cloth. Do not use any chemical or acid-based cleaners on it. If needed, water and a mild dish soap, such as Dawn, can be used to wash it.

When I was searching for a name that truly reflected my journey, Brightfire came to me as a perfect fit—a connection between my past and present, between jewelry-making and stained glass artistry.

For more than a decade, I poured my heart and soul into creating hand-fabricated artisan jewelry. As a jeweler, I was fortunate enough to own and operate a successful business that brought beauty and meaning to my clients’ lives. It was more than a career—it was an extension of who I was, a way to tell stories through metal, texture, and design. I loved the craft, the connection with people, and the pure joy of creating something from my own two hands.

But life, as it sometimes does, took an unexpected and devastating turn.