Crash Course in Stained Glass

Welcome to the world of stained glass! In this immersive 4-hour Crash Course you will craft a stained glass suncatcher of your choice, from several design options. Perfect for those with no glass experience or those who need a refresher, this hands-on workshop covers the essentials of glass cutting, grinding, foiling and soldering. Yes, it really only takes 4 hours to learn the basics of stained glass!

Logistics and Terms:

• Duration: 4 hours
• Time: 10am-2pm, varies between Saturday and Sunday availability! Classes subject to cancellation if no bookings in advance.
• Cost: $175 
• No prerequisites required
• Refund Policy - No refunds on deposit once paid, if unable to attend with 72 hrs notice, credit is transferrable.

Skills Learnt:

1. Glass Scoring and Breaking: Begin by understanding how to score and break glass – a fundamental skill in stained glass creation. Learn the techniques to precisely score and break glass to shape, setting the foundation for your artwork.
2. Grinding for Smooth Finish: Use an electrical grinder to grind the edges of the glass smooth.
3. Foil Application: Dive into the practicalities of foiling, a critical step in the stained glass process. Master the application of applying foil to the edges of the glass pieces, setting the stage for the next step in creating a cohesive and durable piece.
4. Soldering Techniques: Learn soldering as you bring your foiled glass pieces together. Learn the art of creating strong seams that connect all the foiled glass pieces together.