Introduction to Stained Glass – Christmas Star

Looking for a unique and creative way to spend your Christmas weekend? Come along to the stained glass workshop, where you’ll discover the art of stained glass. In this hands-on 1 day workshop, you’ll learn the essential steps of cutting, foiling, and soldering glass, creating your own stained glass star to take home.

 

Perfect for beginners or anyone curious about the art of stained glass. Absolutely no creative experience needed.

Limited spaces available 

 

What’s included

– classic star template (1 large star) 

– all tools, materials and equipment

– selection of coloured / textured glass

– selection of coloured velvet ribbon 

– ppa (personal protective equipment) FFP3 mask, safety glasses, apron, gloves etc 

– mince pies

– bag and care guide 

 

You will be guided through the following on the day

✧ materials and equipment

✧ workspace preparation

✧ health and safety

✧ selection of glass

✧ scoring, cutting and breaking

✧ shaping, foiling and soldering

✧ cleaning, polishing and hanging

 

Additional information

• Please keep in mind that there will be quite a bit of standing and moderate labour during the making of your stained glass suncatcher. Glass cutting also requires a certain amount of strength and mobility in the wrist.

• Not suitable for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding due to the lead content in the solder.

• Complimentary tea/coffee and mince pie is provided 

• 18+ years old to attend 

• No previous experience is required. All abilities are more than welcome.

• Due to the layout of the space unfortunately wheelchair users cannot be accommodated for. Apologies to anyone that is restricted by this. 

• May run over depending on progress. It is best to keep the following hour free and avoid needing to rush off.

• It is recommended that you wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing and no open sandals. Aprons and protective equipment will be provided.

 

• An email containing all the information regarding the workshop will be sent out after your booking is made.