Make Your Own Festive Stained Glass Decorations Workshop (Cambridge)
Description
Get into the Christmas spirit and create your own beautiful Christmas decorations to hang on your tree! Suitable for complete beginners or those who just love Christmas crafts. Spend a relaxing day or half-day at our Christmas craft workshop in Cambridge. Create handmade decorations for your Christmas tree or to give as wonderful gifts. Take your completed decorations home the same day. 🌈 Use beautiful coloured glass to create festive tree hangings such as robins, stars, Christmas trees, snowflakes, holly leaves, baubles, or even your own designs. Choose your preferred option when booking. Limited seats per session: - Full Day: 10:30–16:30 (best value; complete 4 - 5 ornaments). - Half Day (Taster): 10:30–13:30 (finish 2 - 3 ornaments). You'll learn how to cut stained glass easily and safely, how to apply copper foil and solder, how to patina/polish/finish your work, how to attach hanging loops so your decorations are fit for the Christmas tree. 🌼 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. It's also great for seasoned crafters too.
What's included in the price?
All tools, materials, safety gear, tea/coffee and festive treats. You’ll take home your finished ornaments the same day. 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. Book your place now and make this holiday season a little brighter with your own handcrafted glass decorations!
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
- Intermediate level
- Hen dos
- Christmas
- Corporate days out & team building
- School holiday workshops & activities
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Suitable for beginners
- Stag dos
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.
You'll learn traditional stained glass techniques, including glass cutting, assembly and soldering. By the end you'll have created a stunning panel or sun catcher to display in your window or garden.
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.
