DIY Faux Stained Glass Cardinal Sun Catcher
Learn how to create Easy DIY Faux Stained Glass Cardinal Sun Catcher with a fun wood cut out, mini crushed glass, and resin. This blog post will feature a tutorial of how to create a beautiful cardinal sun catcher with our wood frame outline style 77! This one is super popular!
Check out the tutorial below.
DIY Faux Stained Glass Cardinal Sun Catcher
Bring a pop of color to your space with our DIY Faux Stained Glass Cardinal Sun Catcher! This beginner-friendly kit features a bold red cardinal surrounded by shimmering green leaves, all created using crushed glass and resin — no glass cutting required.
Perfect for craft nights, workshops, or seasonal decor, this project is fun, relaxing, and makes a beautiful handmade gift. The pre-cut wood design makes it easy for anyone to create a stunning piece that looks like real stained glass.
At The Makers Map, we make it easy by providing laser-cut wood outlines that are designed specifically for faux stained glass crafts. With just a few simple materials—crushed glass, resin, and a little creativity—you can transform these laser wood cutouts into gorgeous sun catchers that mimic the look of stained glass. These wood frame outlines are perfect for glass crafting workshops and classes too!
Step by step instructions to create DIY Faux Stained Glass Cardinal Sun Catcher:
1. Paint or Stain the Outline
Paint the wood outline black for a stained glass look, or stain it for a natural wood finish. Let dry completely.
2. Apply Transfer Tape
Flip the outline face-down and apply paper transfer tape to the back. Press firmly so all the open spaces are sealed.
3. Add Crushed Glass
With the outline face up, fill each section with the appropriate crushed glass colors — red for the cardinal, green for leaves, etc. Press the glass in gently.
4. Add & Cure Resin
Slowly pour resin over the crushed glass to fill each section. let it cure fully if using epoxy.
5. Peel & De-Mask
Once cured, carefully peel off the transfer tape. Admire your creation! Curing time will vary based on the brand of resin you use.
6. Hang & Enjoy
Add string or hooks through the top holes and display your finished sun catcher in a sunny window! Remember that all resin can yellow. So it is best to display in a covered area not in the direct sun.
Crushed Glass For Crafting
We use recycled crushed glass to create our faux stained glass art. Check out the full glass collection here.
Whether you’re crafting for fun, selling your work, or hosting a workshop, this project is a show-stopper. It’s beginner-friendly, therapeutic to create, and completely customizable for any theme or season.
Craft Parties, Paint Parties, Work Shops, and Classes
We offer bulk laser-cut outline designs for craft parties, classes, and workshops. Shop bulk packs here!
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We have 6 inch and 12 inch options for these laser wood outlines. We have bulk packs wholesale priced in 6, 12, and 18 packs. Browse the collection here.
Check out these other faux stained glass tutorials below.
Quick Supply List – Cardinal Sun Catcher
Get your printed instructions and supply list here.
Supplies you need:
I created a list in my Amazon Shop Click Here
Resin /Epoxy (alternative is Liquid Glass)
Crushed Glass, glitter, alcohol inks or mica powders
Wax Paper / Protective barrier over table
Paper Transfer Tape, low tack Contact Paper,
masking tape, removable
vinyl or resin tape
*Don’t use permanent vinyl!
Tweezers, tooth picks, small paint brushes
Bowls to hold your glass (dollar tree has these)
Stir stick and cup for mixing resin or these
Hair dryer or Heat Gun
optional 91% isopropyl alcohol to help pop bubbles
Cardinal Cutout and Glass Kit I (style 77)
We offer a pre-made kit including the cardinal outline (style 77) and the different glasses used in the image above. Shop Cardinal Bird kits here!
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