About Stained Glass

The Feast of the Ascension is a significant festival on the Christian calendar, commemorating the day when Jesus ascended into heaven 40 days after His resurrection on Easter Sunday. When it comes to artwork celebrating this awesome event, we have a host of spectacular stained glass designs for your church, chapel or home. If you […]

There’s something about birds which has always attracted the admiration and imagination of ‘grounded’ human beings. Artwork abounds with inspiring and uplifting representations of our feathered friends. One of the most beautiful and artistic ways to enjoy birds is with stained glass. So if you are a bird lover and would like to include a […]

There’s something about the shape of a circle which is enticing and satisfying. From wheels and windmills, to wedding rings and windows – the symbolism of the unending circle somehow gives a hint of eternity. When it comes to stained glass windows, here at SGI we refer to all our circular designs as Rose Windows. […]

Do you have a transom window or two in your home? If you’re not exactly sure what a transom is – it’s the little section that sits above the top of your door. They can come in different shapes and sizes, and were traditionally named after the transom beam which runs along the top of […]

Are you redecorating your living room, or perhaps building for the first time? Imagine the stunning effect you could create with some stained glass features in your home. Whether you choose window inserts, transoms, door panels, lampshades or wall hangings, stained glass gives an unforgettable effect of elegance and style. If you are a landscape […]

Does your office need a bit of brightening up? Perhaps you are planning some renovations or maybe you are building a new office block for your business. Either way, you might like to consider incorporating some stained glass features to give that touch of warmth and color which your workplace needs. Our stained glass designs […]

If your planning, designing or building a wedding chapel, here are some great ideas for the stained-glass windows. Wedding chapels are about places to get a great start on married life. These stained-glass windows can help you create a space with a unique and memorable feel. The windows are available as inserts that slip in […]

St. Theresa of Avila (also known as St. Theresa of Jesus) has given her name to over 30 Catholic churches in the USA, making her one of the top 100 most popular Saints. Stained glass window designs often depict this Spanish mystical saint in a divine encounter with a seraph. She lived in the 16th […]

St. Faith (also known as St. Faith of Conques) was a French virgin and martyr of the third century AD. According to legend St. Faith was persecuted as a young woman, and died for her faith during the reign of the Roman emperor Diocletian. She refused to make pagan sacrifices despite being tortured and burned […]

There are approximately 89 Catholic Churches in the USA named after St. Thérèse, making her one of the top 50 most popular saints. Indeed this young French woman who lived in the 1800’s has had a huge influence, despite her short lifespan. Depictions of her in stained glass are often seen gracing churches, chapels or […]