One Day Intro to Beads: Prints, Patterns and Motifs with Kenya Chester

Schedule

Sat Oct 04 2025 at 11:00 am to 05:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

UrbanGlass | Brooklyn, NY

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In this one day workshop, students will learn beginner level flameworking skills to make their very own glass statement beads!
About this Event

Prints and patterns can add an element of fun to any ensemble! In this one day workshop, students will learn beginner level flameworking skills to make their very own glass statement beads. The first half of class will focus on getting familiar with the material and learning the fundamental techniques of glass sculpting and lampworking beads. The second half of class  students will build on these skills by adding ornate details and decoration to help bring their beads to life. Demonstrations will include pulling stringers, using glass frit, and creating motifs with dots and stripes to carry throughout their beaded creations.


What to Expect:. Beadmaking requires a little practice at heat control with the torch to create successful beads. Students can anticipate making 2-6 successful pieces in this class, along with some failures. Clean-up time is included in the duration of class, and usually the last 20 minutes of class are dedicated to cleaning your workstation. Read more about how to prepare for class on our Registration Info page. 


While beadmaking, participants primarily engage in seated activities such as working with glass rods and torches. The environment can be bright and loud at times. Handling glass and tools may require a certain level of dexterity. To learn more about accessibility the Accessibility page on our website.


Eligibility: No previous experience required. Open to ages 12 and up.


Pick-up: The glass needs to cool down overnight then be carefully removed from the mandrels, so the students will have to return to UrbanGlass once notified to pick up their work. 


This is an in-person class taking place on-site at UrbanGlass. Health and safety guidelines will be emailed to you upon registration

We recommend registering for classes early to reserve your spot! We base materials, and teacher needs off of student enrollment. Early registration not only guarantees your spot in class, but also helps to ensure the class will run. Classes with low enrollment may be cancelled within two weeks of the start date of class. Contact our Registrar of Education, Ari Eshoo, at [email protected] if you have questions about the class or would like to arrange a payment plan.



1 Session, Saturday, October 4, 11am-5pm
Instructor: Kenya Chester
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UrbanGlass, 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, United States

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