Glass Fusing: Festive Wreath & Decorations
Schedule
Sun Nov 10 2024 at 11:00 am to 05:00 pm
UTC+00:00Location
The Base, Greenham | Thatcham, EN
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Enjoy creating your own unique glass wreath or festive decorations and gifts in this seasonal workshop.This is an opportunity to experiment with glass fusing techniques. There are many possibilities and whether you are new to glass or have experience of fusing there will be lots to inspire you, with beautiful results.
A variety of glass cutting and fusing techniques will be taught and you will have a choice of objects to make. Previous students have made glass table wreaths, tea light holders, colourful hanging ornaments and Christmas scene coasters. You will be introduced to different glass materials; frits, stringers, confetti and how they are used, as well as the end results when fused and melted. Some projects will need two firing processes.
Duration: 11am - 5pm
Cost: £120 (All materials and firing included)
This workshop is suitable for both beginners and those with some glass fusing experience.
Please bring with you:
• a sketchbook/notebook and pen
• a dust mask, if you have one
• an apron
• wear closed-toe shoes
• images, designs or old Christmas cards for ideas
Skills/Techniques Covered:
• glass cutting and fusing techniques
• design techniques
• slumping techniques and suitable moulds
• bending glass stringers over a flame
Collection of Work:
All projects will be taken away for firing in a kiln and will be returned to The Base for collection.
All tickets must be booked in advance
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Where is it happening?
The Base, Greenham, Communication Road, Greenham Business Park,,Thatcham, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
