Copper Foil (Tiffany Glass) Christmas Decoration Workshop Bedford
Description
Get into the Christmas spirit and create your own beautiful glass decorations! Suitable for complete beginners or those who just love crafting. Create handmade glass decorations for your Christmas tree or to give as gifts. Take them home the same day. The course is designed for all skill levels - no prior experience with glass is needed. Just come ready to unwind, enjoy a festive atmosphere, and get creative. Hot drinks and holiday treats will be provided, so all you need to bring is your Christmas cheer.
What's included in the price?
🎨 Workshop Highlights: 🔮 A relaxing and creative day crafting copper foil glass Christmas decorations! Choose from full-day or half-day options to fit your schedule and make your very own stained glass tree ornaments or hanging decorations, perfect for the festive season. 🌼 Expert Guidance: Our qualified and experienced instructor will guide you every step of the way. Our commitment to small class sizes will ensure a supportive and engaging learning environment. 🧰 Perfect for Beginners: No prior experience required! This session is tailored for beginners, providing a gentle introduction to the mesmerising world of copper foil stained glass artistry. During the workshop you will learn to cut coloured glass, foil glass edges, and solder glass pieces, bringing them to life as charming Christmas decorations. Each participant will be able to create decorations between 5-15 cm in size. Options include classic Christmas shapes, and you can also mix and match to make unique, festive glass pieces to take home the same day!
Duration
6 hours
Cancellation policy
Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts
Maker
With a decade of experience as a dedicated primary and secondary teacher and artist, Will Burrows brings his passion for education and creativity into the realm of stained glass artistry. Will's journey from the classroom to the studio has been driven by his deep-rooted love for nurturing artistic talents. As a part-time artist throughout his teaching career, Will cultivated his skills and discovered a profound connection with the world of stained glass. Now, he has taken the leap to fully embrace his artistic calling. Today, Will is dedicated to sharing the art of stained glass through courses and workshops. His background in education, combined with his artistic prowess, ensures that every course attendee is well looked after. Will's caring and patient approach, honed from years of teaching, creates an environment where creativity flourishes, and individuals of all skill levels can explore the beauty of stained glass. Join Will on this artistic journey, and let your creativity shine under his guidance. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, you'll find a supportive mentor and a passionate advocate for your artistic endeavors.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Wheelchair users
- Hearing impaired
- Stag dos
- Intermediate level
- Hen dos
- Christmas
- Corporate days out & team building
- Parking provided
- School holiday workshops & activities
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Suitable for beginners
FAQs
Everything! All tuition, tools, glass and other supplies are included, as well as unlimited tea, coffee, biscuits and refreshments. We do not charge extra for glass and there are no hidden costs.
No prior experience is required! Our workshop is designed for all skill levels, including beginners. Our experienced instructor will guide you through each step, and we have patterns you can make which are suitable for a range of skill levels.
We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes. Please also bring your glasses if you use them for close work. Consider bringing an apron or an old shirt to protect your clothes from glass fragments. We have spare aprons with us on the day and can provide you with one if needed.
Lunch is not provided, however there will be several scheduled breaks in which you can enjoy your own packed lunch, or explore the variety of lunch options nearby. There will be a variety of biscuits, cakes and hot drinks available and included in the course cost.
The workshop runs from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with options to stay all day or for half a day. This allows you to immerse yourself in the stained glass artistry, but there will also be lots of time for lunch and refreshment breaks. Half day runs from 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM.
Our workshop is suitable for participants aged 16 and above. Younger participants are very welcome however, and may join if accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Absolutely. You will most likely finish your project same day. Some finishing touches might be needed, and if so you'll be provided with guidance on final steps to ensure your piece is ready to display.
We provide all the necessary materials, including glass, copper foil, solder etc. We also provide all tools and safety equipment. You'll have access to a variety of glass colors and textures to create your design.
