Intro to Stained Glass Class: Fall Pumpkins

This class provides a supportive environment tailored to all beginners. We will discuss cutting and grinding glass for intermediate projects ahead. Students will learn and perform the basics of foiling, burnishing, soldering, cleaning, using patina and polish, as well as how to safely hang your finished stained glass piece. Add something about festive decor.

There is no glass cutting in this class.

What You'll Learn:

• Safety in the Glass Lab
• Foiling and burnishing cut and ground pieces of glass
• Preparing your piece for soldering
• Applying flux
• Soldering your pieces of glass together
• How to create and secure a ring for hanging your stained glass piece
• How to neutralize flux and clean your piece
• How to patina your stained glass piece
• How to polish and then hang your completed piece

What to Expect:

• Safety instruction
• Hands-on instruction
• Small class sizes for personalized attention
• Information about the next steps in creating your own stained glass designs
• High-quality materials and tools
• A fun, relaxed atmosphere

Who Should Attend:

Perfect for all skill levels, whether you’re starting a new hobby or deepening your stained glass skills.

Class is open to ages 16 and up.

Please wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Sometimes solder splatters, so please consider wearing long sleeves. YOU MUST wear closed-toe shoes, tie back long hair, and wear glasses or safety glasses. Safety glass will be provided.

You will take your completed stained glass piece home with you at the end of class.

Class may be canceled due to low enrollment in which case a full refund will be issued.
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About the instructor:
Kenna Covington is a local stained glass artist known for her vibrant, contemporary designs that breathe new life into this timeless medium. With a passion for laughter, connection and storytelling through color and light, Kenna’s work often draws inspiration from nature, personal experience, and literature, creating pieces that resonate deeply with viewers. She has spent over a decade as a wand maker, and began her glass journey three years ago. Kenna is dedicated to sharing her knowledge, offering classes that inspire both beginners and seasoned artists to explore the beauty of stained glass. Through her art and teaching, she aims to foster a greater appreciation for this intricate and enchanting form of expression.

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