Courses

Intro classes are designed for beginners with little or no experience working with glass. It’s about having fun, learning a new skill and going home with a panel to be proud of!

My students are always amazed at how much they can achieve in a day and I enjoy showing them the techniques. Improvers classes are for anyone who has completed my intro class and wishes to have another go or improve on any aspect of making a panel.

I started with evening classes in stained glass late 1990′s in St Albans. Then went to Kensington and Chelsea college full time in 1998-2000 gaining an HND Btec in 3D Design specialising in glass and silversmithing. After re-locating to Basingstoke I found there was a stained glass studio / shop in Reading and started working there in 2005. I was designer, painter, maker, advisor and assistant in  this busy studio. I gained the commercial and architectual experience needed to set up on my own.

  • Copper foil course Open or Close

    This is an introduction to the copper foil technique invented and made famous by Tiffany.

    Learn how to cut glass to a design, how to apply copper foil and how to solder the pieces together to make a complete panel to take home. A choice of designs and all tools and materials will be provided.

    Tea, coffee and biscuits will also be available but please bring your own lunch.

    Please note that during class you will need to wear closed, sturdy shoes. Classes are kept small to allow students maximum attention.

    Cost: £155

    For more information call Mandee 07906 226740

     

    Just one of many designs to choose from..

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    Course Dates

     2024

    February

    Thurs 1st

    March

    Tues 12th

    April

    Weds 10th

    May

    Mon 13th

    June

    Tues 11th

    July

    Thurs 11th

    August

    Tues 6th

    September

    Tues 17th

    October

    Tues 15th

     November

    Tues 12th

     December

    Tues 10th

     

     

     

  • Fusing course Open or Close

    This is an introduction to the technique of fusing.

    The glass is heated in a kiln and melted to create beautiful pieces of art. Learn how to cut glass, use powders, frits, stringers, metal inclusions. You will be given technical instructions about the firing process. Really let your creative side come out!

    Tea, coffee and biscuits will also be available but please bring your own lunch.

    Please note that during class you will need to wear closed and sturdy shoes. Classes are kept small to allow students maximum attention.

    Cost: £160

    For more information call Mandee 07906 226740Fused class stuff

    Course Dates

     

    2024

     

    January

    Weds 17th  Time: 10am-5pm 1 booked

     

    Please contact to register your interest.

    Half day classes now available.

     

     

  • Improvers course Open or Close

    This is a day for anyone who has completed my intro class and wishes to have another go or improve on any aspect of making a panel.

    You can use the designs  provided or I can guide you through the design process. If you can let me know when you book what topics you would like me to cover then I will provide everything on the day. These days are arranged on request.

    All tools and materials will be provided. Tea, coffee and biscuits will also be available but please bring your own lunch.

    Please note during the class you will need to wear closed and sturdy shoes and old clothes. Classes are kept small to allow students maximum attention.

    Cost: £120

    For more information call Mandee 07906 226740

     

    Course Dates

    Arranged on request and you can book a half day.

     

  • Two day lead course Open or Close

    During this two day leaded course, you will learn how to cut glass and understand the design process. Including working to a fixed size.

    Choose from a selection of designs and begin cutting the glass. You will learn how to construct the panel, and safely handle and solder lead.

    The panel will then be cemented to make it weatherproof and carefully cleaned, ready for final polishing.

    Cost: £215

    For more information call Mandee 07906 226740IMG 6139

    Course Dates

    2024

    January

    Tues 30th and Weds 31st

    February

    Tues 13th and Weds 14th

    March

    Weds 13th and Thurs 14th

    April

    Tues 16th and Weds 17th

    May

    Weds 15th and Thurs 16th

    June

    Tues 18th and Weds 19th

    July

    Tues 16th and Weds 17th

    August

    Weds 7th and Thurs 8th

    September

    Weds 18th and Thurs 19th

    October

    Weds 16th and Thurs 17th

     November

    Weds 13th and Thurs 14th      

     December

    Weds 11th and Thurs 12th

     

     

     

  • 2 Day Traditional Painting course Open or Close

    This 2 day course is designed for any one who wishes to learn the art of painting on glass using tools, equipment and techniques unchanged for centuries.

    There will be a selection of designs to work with and inspire you. 

    All tools and materials will be provided. Tea, coffee and biscuits will also be available but please bring your own lunch.

    Please note during the class you will need to wear closed and sturdy shoes. Classes are kept small to allow students maximum attention.

    Cost: £220

    For more information call Mandee 07906 226740

     

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    Course Dates

    2024

    Please contact to register your interest.

    Dates arranged to suit.

    Class size 1-2.

     

     

     

     

     

    Beginner painting...

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