12-10-2008, 01:45 PM
aloha kani,
don't know if you've figured out the glass shipping, but i've shipped artwork around the country and have found a great product to use. home depot carries a 4' x 8' sheet of foam insulation that is kinda like compressed packing peanuts. you can get it over an inch thick and it cuts with a utility knife. you could probably just sandwich the glass between two sheets of this stuff, use a little tape to hold it in place, then cut some smaller pieces for the sides. i usually use it in combination with a crate, but depending on how big the glass is, that might not be economical for you.
but, if you want a quick how-to on building the crate, i can send you the instructions and a sketch. it usually takes me about an 1 to make a 24" x 36" wooden crate with foam padding inside, and all you need are a few common tools. let me know if you need help. it's pretty straight-forward and i haven't lost a painting yet!
aloha and good luck!
brad
holahan@holahangallery.com