Daytime Fused Glass Explorations: Cut Shape Create - Technical skills workshops at Wightwick Manor
Schedule
Sat May 23 2026 at 10:30 am to 03:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Wightwick Manor & Gardens | Wolverhampton, EN
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Saturday 23/5/26 Fused Glass Explorations: Shape. Cut. Create. A day of technical skills workshops10:30am-12:30pm & 1:30pm-3:30pm
Taking place at Wightwick Manor in their craft/conference room. Ask for directions as you arrive.
Throughout the day Wolverhampton glass artist Suzie from Suzie Lavender Contemporary Glass will be teaching two sessions of hands on fused glass making techniques with a technical twist! You are welcome to attend either the morning or afternoon workshop or you can attend both sessions for the day at a discounted price. These workshops are suitable for beginners or as a refresher course. Your workshop ticket also entitles you to full entry to the Manor and Gardens, Café, Gallery and shop!
The schedule for the day is as follows:
Morning Session 10:30am-12:30pm: Shape, Cut & Create Workshop - Learn the core technical skills behind fused‑glass art in this focused 2‑hour workshop. You’ll get hands‑on with glass‑cutting tools, practice precision cutting techniques, and explore how to layer and assemble glass effectively.
With plenty of materials, accessories and guidance, you’ll design and build your own fused‑glass picture tile from scratch in the colours of your choice. Perfect for anyone wanting to deepen their technical abilities while creating something beautifully unique.
Lunch (not provided) 12:30-1:30pm. Wightwick Manor has a café on site and many areas for enjoying your lunch in the fresh air if the weather suits.
Afternoon Session 1:30pm-3:30pm: Platters & Curves Glass Design Workshop - Create a beautiful fused‑glass piece for your home in this engaging Platters and Curves workshop. You’ll learn about the art of glass slumping, how heat and moulds shape flat glass into elegant forms, before designing and building your own piece ready for firing.
Choose your project for this afternoon session on the day:
Platter – Design a unique fused‑glass dish in the shape and colour palette of your choice.
Curve – Create a flowing, wave‑shaped standing curve that looks stunning on a windowsill or shelf.
During the workshop, you’ll cut, arrange and assemble all the glass elements for your chosen design. You will have a wide range of glass accessories to choose from. Suzie will guide you through every step and will be on hand to assist, whether you’re completely new or bringing new skills from the optional morning session. After the workshop, your piece will be professionally slumped and fired for you, ready to collect once finished.
Craft a personalised artwork that’s both functional and eye‑catching — no prior experience needed!
All creations will be kiln fired by Suzie following the sessions and then collection from Wightwick Manor (or postage of the work can be organised) from 14days later.
Places are limited and expected to book up very quickly. Suitable for adults and for teens age 13 and over, under 16's must be accompanied by a participating adult.
All Materials, safety equipment and tools are provided. Please also wear closed toe shoes.
Your workshop tickets also include full entry to the Manor and Gardens.
Book today to secure your place and to learn something new and exciting!
You have the choice to attend just the morning or afternoon session or to attend the full day at a discounted price -
10:30am-12:30pm £45
1:30pm-3:30pm £45
10:30am-3:30pm JUST £85!
LOCATION
National Trust Wightwick Manor, Wolverhampton WV68EE, Meeting room (above the gift shop)
Wightwick Manor and Gardens | West Midlands | National Trust
Please note that access can be limited/difficult for persons of disability due to the room’s location on the first floor. There is no lift and the room is sadly not wheelchair accessible. Other venues where Suzie also holds workshops do have access however, please contact Suzie for more information.
See my other event listings for details of my other workshops and alternative venues, including evening workshops at The Codsall Hive which is fully accessible.
Bespoke bookings can also be made direct.
Contact Suzie with any specific requests, access or assistance needs or requirements.
Tea and coffee are provided and you are welcome to bring drinks and small snacks into the workshop room.
If the weather is cold wear layers as the room can sometimes be a little chilly!
Book your place today to learn something new and exciting!
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