Peak Refractions
Painting with light
Stained glass flowers and landscapes inspired by the Peak District
Explore my work
Stained glass flower stems
I design and handcraft unique, delicate stained glass flowers with stems. They cast beautiful refractions and shadows. Each is delightful displayed individually, as part of an everlasting bouquet, or among houseplants or dried flowers for an extra pop of colour. Explore my shop to find the perfect gift, or start your own collection of everlasting flowers! My range includes birth flowers, spring flowers, wildflowers and other favourites, such as stained glass roses and sunflowers, with more being added all the time. I love the language of flowers and include information on some of the symbolism and meanings associated with each flower stem, so you can create your own personalised and thoughtful bouquet.
Peak District landscapes
I design and handcraft stained glass landscapes inspired by the views, colours and natural beauty of the Peak District National Park. I work with a wide variety of textured and streaky stained glass in different colours and shades to create pieces that cast refractions as beautiful as the glass itself. I also use delicate wire work and tiny glass beads to add an extra dimension of detail to my Peak District artwork. Explore my range of iconic vistas, including Stanage and Ladybower, each available with hanging chain, individually handcrafted oak stand, or both.
Bespoke orders and commissions
Favourite view, swim spot, or climb? Favourite flower or a bouquet for a special occasion? Maybe you want to capture the memory of a special place or give a thoughtful, personalised gift. I offer a bespoke design service and can work with you to create a beautiful and unique piece of stained glass art. Contact me for more information and pricing.
This month’s featured products
These elegant stained glass roses and rosebuds are available in three different colours. The transluscent red is made with two shades of ruby red glass. The iridescent red is an amazing semi-opaque, streaky glass that has an iridescent red/fuschia coating on one side. The pink is a semi-opaque, pale pink glass with white streaks. Due to the patterns and colours in the glass, each rose stem is truly unique. The stems are approx 30 cm tall.
A glass rose gift is a beautiful symbol of love, passion and romance. This Valentine’s, instead of fresh flowers that fade and die in a few days, why not show your love with an eternal rose in glass. These everlasting roses are beautiful displayed alone, or mix and match to create a bespoke bouquet for your special person.
Violet is the birth month flower for February. It signifies faithfulness, loyalty and humility and is also used as a symbol of lesbian love and identity.
This delicate violet flower has five petals handcrafted from dark purple/violet glass with a bright yellow centre. Both glasses have a rippled texture that casts beautiful refractions in sunlight. Each stem is approx 30 cm tall. Price is per stem.
About me
Hello, I’m Helen, a stained glass artist based in Sheffield, right on the edge of the Peak District. Welcome to Peak Refractions! I’m passionate about stained glass and the creative possibilities available with this captivating medium. Read on to learn more about me and my business.
