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Learn the ancient art of flameworking glass to make glass beads
To make a glass bead, rods of glass are melted and wound carefully around a clay coated steel mandrel to form a bead using a hot flame. The bead is then decorated further by adding more glass, metals, frits and enamels and can also be manipulated with various tools and heat to create beautiful designs
FAQ
Where can I park? There is plenty of parking at the studio.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible? Unfortunately the studio is accessed via a staircase.
What is the minimum age to attend workshops? 16 is the minimum age, but please get in contact as I may be able to do a private session with an accompanied minor.
What should I wear? You will need to wear long sleeved, cotton or natural fibre clothing (polyester melts!). Occasionally clothing may be damaged by hot glass. No shorts, open necklines or open toed sandals.
Is safety equipment provided? Safety glasses will be provided & must be worn.
Are refreshments available? Tea, coffee, herbal teas & biscuits will be available but please bring your own lunch for a full day workshop.
Can I take my beads home straightaway? The beads need to anneal in the kiln and will be cleaned & ready for collection or posting the following day.
You will have your own workstation with a Nortel dual-fuel torch. Materials & resource notes (if applicable) are included. Small workshop, max of 2 people.
I offer a discretionary discount if 2 people book for a workshop together. This has already been applied to the workshop below which takes place during the Burnham Arts Trail.
Glass Beadmaking Introduction
DATES AVAILABLE 10am-13:00pm
This hands-on workshop will teach you the basics of creating beautiful glass beads using an oxy-propane torch and glass rods. Learn how to make a round bead, gravity bead, pull stringer, add dots and use gravity and heat to shape the glass.
Other workshops available:
3 Hour Glass Beadmaking Improvers 10:00am – 13:00pm (£75 per person)
Full Day Glass Beadmaking Beginners/Improvers 10:00am – 4:00pm (£140 per person)
Two Day Complete Glass Beadmaking Workshop (£260 per person)
Toadstools & Acorns – Autumn Workshop (£75 per person)
Robins & Snowmen – Winter Workshop (£75 per person)
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