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Festive Decorations in Glass

Description

Make this Christmas special with a sparkle of glass. Enjoy creating your own unique table centre piece or Christmas Wreath in clear glass as well as some exciting tree decorations during this seasonal workshop. This is an opportunity to further experiment with glass fusing techniques. There are many possibilities and whether you are new to glass or have experience of fusing there will be lots to inspire you and ideas to share, with beautiful results. For the wreath we will plan and cut our glass according to our design and assemble it in a circular form ready for firing in a Glass Kiln. Once fired it will be returned to Micklems Farm for collection. At home you can then use your glass piece and further decorate it as you wish, using ribbons, foliage or fairy lights. Add a candle to your centre piece or a bow to hang your Wreath in the window or on the door to make Christmas special. Colourful hanging ornaments, Christmas scene coasters and tea-light holders can also be made. Skills/Techniques covered: • Glass cutting techniques  • Fusing techniques  • Pattern design and symmetry  • Presentation ideas • Health and Safety when working with glass materials Materials are not included in your course fee. All glass materials will be provided by the tutor and is payable during the course. The approximate cost for the wreath will be £35-45. Price for other decorations are dependent on size. The price includes kiln firing. Once fired it will be returned to Micklems Farm for collection before Christmas. What to bring: • A sketchbook/notebook and pen • Photos, patterns, pictures or old Christmas cards to use as inspiration • A dust mask • An apron • An old but clean dishcloth is useful • Wear closed-toe shoes • A packed lunch

What's included in the price?

Included on the day: • Any other materials not specified for the students to bring • Expert tuition • 1 to 1 guidance • Detailed demonstrations • A selection of tea, freshly brewed coffee, biscuits and delicious cakes. If you have any specific dietary requirements or allergies, please feel free to bring along your own provisions/milk alternatives etc Terms - Fee is payable on booking. If, having booked, you can no longer attend, we are unable to offer a refund or transfer you onto another workshop. However, you may nominate someone else to attend the workshop or class in your place by notifying us. We reserve the right to cancel a workshop up to 48 hours prior to the workshop date. We will only cancel due to insufficient places sold and you will be refunded the full amount paid. Level: Beginners and up Number of students: 10