Glass fusing

Description

Step into the enchanting world of fused glass—like Alice through the looking glass! Glass fusing, an art form dating back over 4,000 years and predating glassblowing, was once used to create jewellery and small decorative items. Today, we bring this ancient craft to life with modern techniques, preserving its timeless charm while expanding its creative possibilities. Glass fusing is a captivating technique where you arrange colourful glass pieces into a design, and heat them in a kiln to melt and fuse into a single, smooth artwork. This process opens up endless possibilities for creating stunning jewellery, vibrant coasters, unique plates, and eye-catching art pieces—all with brilliant colours and textures. Easy for beginners and exciting for seasoned artists, glass fusing offers a fun, creative way to make beautiful, one-of-a-kind creations that bring light and colour to any space. Join us for a hands-on experience with expert guidance, allowing you to confidently explore techniques like layering, firing, and shaping glass to create stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces. You’ll also connect with a community of creatives, making unique items that add beauty and character to your surroundings. By the end of the day, you’ll take home two beautiful 10cm x 10cm glass creations that can serve as coasters, nightlights, or decorative pictures. Nightlights are not included but can be purchased online as there is a variety to choose from.

What's included in the price?

All materials and resources will be provided. You’ll begin by planning your design, then move on to cutting glass, where you’ll learn techniques to shape your pieces with precision. Once you’re comfortable, you’ll start arranging and layering colourful glass pieces on your base, experimenting with different colours, textures, and effects. With guidance from the instructor, your design will take shape as you add final details to your creation. Before your piece goes into the kiln, the instructor will walk you through the entire firing process, explaining how temperature settings and timing will transform your work into a fused masterpiece. A course run by Teach Me offers a unique, hands-on learning experience guided by passionate, knowledgeable instructors who are dedicated to helping you succeed at your own pace. With Teach Me, you’ll receive personalised guidance throughout, ensuring you build confidence and master each technique comfortably. Their courses are designed not only to teach valuable skills but also to create a warm, supportive environment where questions are encouraged, creativity thrives, and you can progress at your own speed. By joining a Teach Me course, you’ll leave with a sense of accomplishment, new skills, and a beautiful creation that showcases your hard work and creativity.

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

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Teach Me Courses

with Craft Courses since 2016

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Teach Me is the brainchild of Yolanda and John Houston, two established commissioned artists. Their ambition is to spread both traditional and new arts, crafts and skills to people. Day/evening courses appeal to local people - the day long workshops attract visitors from far and wide. Teach Me offers tutoring for a huge range of arts/crafts disciplines, for painting/drawing to stained glass arts and mosaics. There are food offers including chocolate making and decorative confectionery.