Take That concert and spring meadow candle votive
£45.00
Friday 20th March 7:00pm – 9:00pm
CoURSE Description
Spring Glass, Music & Good Company
To lift our spirits after a long winter, we’re hosting a relaxed evening of fun, creativity, and a bit of frivolity. This informal evening workshop is part glass-making session, part social night — something cheerful to look forward to as we head into spring.
You’ll spend the evening creating a beautiful spring flowers glass candle holder, designed to be uplifting, colourful, and perfect for your home. The process is straightforward and enjoyable, making it ideal whether you’re new to glass or just fancy a relaxed creative night out. Jennifer will guide you through each step so you can focus on enjoying yourself and the process.
To keep the atmosphere light and lively, we’ll also have a big-screen Take That concert playing during the session, adding a fun soundtrack to the evening. Feel free to bring prosecco, soft drinks, and nibbles — whether you’re doing Dry January or very much not, you’re welcome to join in.
Please use the calendar to select the course date and book.
Can’t make the date? Please email us to register your interest at jen@cheshireschoolofglass.co.uk and we can let you know when further dates are added.
What You’ll Make
One spring flowers glass candle holder, designed and made by you.
Jennifer will guide you through the full process, resulting in a finished decorative piece that’s both practical and uplifting.
What’s Included in Your £45
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All glass and materials needed to make your candle holder
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Full guidance from Jennifer throughout the session
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Use of tools and equipment
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A relaxed evening workshop environment
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Big-screen Take That concert during the session
Please bring your own drinks (prosecco or soft drinks) and any nibbles you’d like. Glasses are not specified.
Perfect For
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Anyone in need of a cheerful evening after winter
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Friends looking for a relaxed creative night out
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People who enjoy making things for their home
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Beginners wanting a gentle introduction to glass
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Anyone who likes crafting with music and good company
Why This Evening Is Special
This is designed to be easy, enjoyable, and sociable — no pressure, no prior experience needed. It’s about making something lovely, having a laugh, and enjoying a light-hearted evening with music in the background. A creative alternative to a night out, with something handmade to take home at the end.
What to Bring
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Your choice of drink — prosecco or soft drinks
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Any nibbles you’d like
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Comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes
Your Tutor: Jennifer Barker – Lead Instructor & Founder
Jennifer has been working with glass for over 30 years, having discovered her passion for the medium while studying at Wolverhampton and Staffordshire Universities, where she completed a BA and MA in Glass.
Her expertise spans the full spectrum of glass techniques — from kiln-formed glass to traditional stained glass and copper foiling. For 12 years, she was Head of the Glass Department at Glyndwr University, where she developed a strong passion for teaching alongside making.
Jennifer believes that glass is a medium anyone can enjoy working with, given the right guidance and a relaxed, supportive environment.
FAQs
Q: What should I wear?
A: Just comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting a bit dusty, and closed-toe shoes (nothing open like sandals or flip-flops). Avoid loose sleeves if possible, but we have elastic bands if needed.
Q: What's included in the course price?
A: Everything you need – all glass, tools, kiln firing, safety equipment, tea and coffee throughout the day, and biscuits. You just need to bring yourself! The only extra would be if you want to make additional pieces beyond what’s included in the course.
Q: Do I take my finished pieces home the same day?
For fusing courses, no – your pieces need to go in the kiln, so you can collect them when they’re ready (usually a week or so later) or we can post them to you but we really don’t recommend postage because glass is easily broken in the post. You can choose postage at your own risk, we charge a minimum of £8 (depending on the size of the piece) to cover postage cost & packaging.
For stained glass, copper foiling and other non-fusing courses, yes – you take them home at the end of the course.
Q: What if I don't finish my piece?
A: Don’t worry, we build in enough time for everyone to complete their projects. Jennifer keeps an eye on everyone’s progress. If you’re a bit slower, that’s fine – we’d rather you do it properly than rush.
Q: Is lunch provided?
A: We provide tea, coffee, and biscuits throughout the day, but not lunch. You’re welcome to bring sandwiches to eat in our comfy break area or outside if the weather’s nice, or there are plenty of nice pubs & cafes approx 1 mile away in the centre of Frodsham.
Q: How do I find you?
A: We’re pretty easy to find – just off the main road between Frodsham and Kingsley. We’re upstairs in the Barn at Bradley Farm Stables (look out for the horses 🙂 )
Our studio address is
Bradley Farm,
Bradley Lane,
Frodsham,
Cheshire WA6 7EP
Google Maps Link: https://share.google/Rs5h7PbS4m6ZmvNE9
There’s parking on the road right outside the barn and on the large grass verge just around the corner from the farm.