Furnace work and other kinds of hot glass
This year we manage our time at the furnace to give you a greater experience.
Have a look below to see what we will be offering from May to September 2010. And don't forget to join the mailing list by providing your postal address details in the 'Contact' space on the main menu.
Unless otherwise stated all workshops are geared towards the absolute beginner - no experience necessary.
We do not reccomend that you give these workshops as a Gift. It is hot difficult and intense so you need to know what you are getting into. If you are on a budget or unsure what hot glass is - make a time to come in and talk to us, it may not be the right kind of glass for you. Learning hot glass is a real committment for all of us!
Beginners Paperweights
No experience necessary. A must for anyone who loves hot glass. This delightful class will take you through the many and varied steps necessary to complete a series of paperweights. This workshop is a weekend AND an evening follow up. Not easy or cheap but sooo satisfying. All supplies and lunches included. Due to demand we offer this class on a first paid-first in basis.
August 28-29 *FULL*
September 18-19 (one place left)
October 2-3 *FULL*
Next Class may be 2011 as it gets too hot after October for beginners. Email (don't phone) Anne by using the contact form on this site for your expression of interest and protestations of heat resilience
Beginners Glass Blowing
Offered ONLY to those who have completed the Beginners Paperweights. Anne invites you back for a closer look at furnace glass. You must have previous ‘hot shop’ experience. Not for the sensitive or faint hearted. This class is offered only to those who have satisfactorily demonstrated mental and physical competency, an ability to listen and follow instructions as well as a sense of humour - you'll need it.
Please discuss your suitability with us if you are considering joining this class. This class will be scheduled to suit the participants.
Sept 25-26
Supervised Practice Sessions
Have you done a hot glass workshop with us before? Talk to Anne about supervised practice sessions on Wednesday Evenings. Please note: this is not further training, these sessions are designed to consolidate the skills already learned.
Wednesdays 6-9pm
Mini Workshop Club
Only for those who have done a hot glass workshop with us before! These tutorials help increase your palette of hot glass skills. Pay up front - choose four from the list. These will be run on Saturday Afternoons 2-6pm Sorry * means you have to have completed the glassblowing to do these workshops.
Cane Making
Taking those skills one step further and making your own cane and basic murrine - perfect for those people who also are kiln formers and flameworkers.
June 26
Coloured Votive Holders*
What colours will you choose? A whole session on making votive holders in all the colours of the rainbow.
July 10
Baubles*
Baubles can be made for all purposes, from Christmas to Chirstenings. In this workshop we look at colour and shape.
June 12
October 2
Mini Candle Holders
Really just a press mould workshop with a twist! (very popular!)
July 24
Sandcasting
The most simple and effective way of making sculpture in glass
July 31
September 4
Small Sculptures - with add ons.
A tricky little workshop where it all comes together at the end! A great combination with the cane making.
July 3
Goblets*
We teach you simple ways of using your skills to make vessels for drinking - perfect for celebrating
Aug 21
Perfume Bottles*
Not exactly in the style of Givenchy but these charming little fellas make the perfect accompaniment on any dressing table.
June 19
August 14
