Courses

If you’ve never worked with glass before and want to start from the very basics, then this is the course for you. We’ll show you the primary techniques involved in cutting, shaping and assembling glass, use of inclusions, how the kiln is programmed and also take a look at slumping.

You’ll be creating your own designs, and we’ll make time for looking at our rich resource of glass books and enjoy a fabulous lunch.

Experience: None required

What you’ll need: A sturdy pair of shoes (nothing open-toed)

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated

Cant’ make the dates above? We’re pretty flexible and may be able to create a date that works for you. Just email us or call Jen on 07950 004452

Cost: £175

The two-day intermediate course is an intensive programme for those who have completed the basic fusing course and are in search of more in depth knowledge of fusing. This includes working with precious metals, using different types of glass and looking at what can be achieved with them and a greater understanding of the kiln firing process.

This course will also show you how to make moulds for casting glass and also working with mould-making refractory materials for slumping into various shapes. Through exploring these techniques, you will have the opportunity to make a mirror with a glass frame surround, as well as a wall hanging or a bowl.

Experience: Basic fusing knowledge

What you’ll need: A sturdy pair of shoes (nothing open-toed)

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated

Cant’ make the dates above? We’re pretty flexible and may be able to create a date that works for you. Just email us or call Jen on 07950 004452

Cost: £325

This course is the next stage along from our introduction to stained glass course designed for anyone who can create lead-light but is keen to learn more techniques and extend their skill set. 

On this course students will explore more techniques to further their ability to create bespoke lead-lights. This course is led by Steph Brown who will guide you through the design process and then teach you to create imagery on the glass using sandblast techniques, silver-staining, vitreous enamel painting and sgraffito using the kiln. On day two you will lead up your decorated surface imagery on glass to create your finished panel. A rewarding and insightful course led by an enthusiastic expert in her field.

Experience: Basic skills and some experience in stained glass

What you’ll need: A sturdy pair of shoes (nothing open-toed)

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated

Cant’ make the dates above? We’re pretty flexible and may be able to create a date that works for you. Just email us or call Jen on 07950 004452

Cost: £280

Experience: None required

What you’ll need: A sturdy pair of shoes (nothing open-toed)

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated

Cant’ make the dates above? We’re pretty flexible and may be able to create a date that works for you. Just email us or call Jen on 07950 004452

Cost: £145

When metal leaf, shim, wire and mesh along with fibres and enamels are encased within two pieces of glass and then subsequently fired at a high temperature, the oxidisation produces some beautiful rich tones and interesting textures.

This course will teach you all you need to know about combining metal and glass and the various effects that are achievable. You’ll also learn about the kiln-firing process, the basics of cutting and shaping glass and to be able to recognise which is the tin side of float glass.

No experience is required for this fascinating process, and you’ll produce your own wall hanging and set of coasters.

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated

Current available dates: Please call us on 07950 004452 for availability

Cost: £165

Working with a range of decorative fusible glass types, you will develop an understanding of glass fusing which enable you to make stunning jewellery.

You will experiment with colour, shape, bubble pens and other decorative items to create pendants, earrings and cuff links. You will be taught to use dichroic glass which adds a bit of magic dazzle to fused jewellery.

Everything you need to make your finished pieces is included in the course, including the jewellery findings.

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated

Cant’ make the dates above? We’re pretty flexible and may be able to create a date that works for you. Just email us or call Jen on 07950 004452

Cost: £155

There are many applications for glass art but given it’s ability to change with the light and produce beautiful colours and shadows, nowhere is more relevant than outside and the garden is an ideal location. It is no surprise that glass sculptures are a prominent part of Kew Gardens and prestigious garden shows such as Chelsea Flower Show.

You will learn to cut and shape glass and produce your own original fused glass piece that can be mounted into a specially fabricated frame that is included within your course fee!

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated

Cant’ make the dates above? We’re pretty flexible and may be able to create a date that works for you. Just email us or call Jen on 07950 004452

Cost: £195

If you prefer the benefits that come with more personal and concentrated tuition, then we can tailor a one-to-one programme to the particular area of glass you wish to gain further skills in.

Whether you’re a complete beginner, or someone already with a degree of experience, we can design a course which focuses purely on your specified areas; whether it be the very basics of glass fusing or more advanced kiln-carving techniques. Choose the length of course that suits you, we can accommodate anything from 1-5 days to guarantee you an invaluable learning experience.

Experience: Beginner to experienced

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated

Current available dates: Please call us on 07950 004452 for availability

Cost: £325 per day

No previous experience is needed!  This is all about getting into the Christmas spirit and as this course is always in such high demand we are putting on dates in October, November and December.

Our studio looks, smells and sounds of all things Christmas, guaranteeing you a wonderful day of festive fun, laughter and creativity.

To get you well and truly in to the Christmas spirit our very own Steph Brown is going to teach you to cut and shape glass and make stunning Christmas decorations you will want to keep up all year round. Each person will make a Bethlehem star ( shown in photo ) and then choose another 2 further decorations to make from our wide range of Christmas patterns.

The workshop will be full of festive cheer and Christmas treats to get you in the festive spirit. Mince pies and spiced biscuits will be in plentiful supply!

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated

Cost: £140

No previous experience is needed!  This is all about getting into the Christmas spirit and as this course is always in such high demand we are putting on dates for October, November and December 2018.

Our studio looks, smells and sounds of all things Christmas, guaranteeing you a wonderful day of festive fun, laughter and creativity. You’ll be designing your own beautiful bespoke decorations, learning to cut glass and experiment with sparkle and colour using decorative inclusions.

You will make unique decorations that can be personalised with names as gifts, or just made for your own tree. During the day you will make around 7 decorations, variations on a theme of one, or a set of completely different ones – it’s entirely up to you!

The decorations are fired overnight in the kiln and can be collected the following day (or packed and dispatched to you at a small cost) The course includes all you need to make, finish and hang your decorations.

PS. mince pies and spiced biscuits will be in plentiful supply!

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated

Cost: £155