Make a Tiffany stained glass tea light

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Description

This is a one day stained glass Tiffany tea light workshop based in Martin's studio at the learning centre at Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet in Sheffield. This workshop is for beginners as well as the more advanced student, the workshop is run with a maximum of eight students ensuring that each student receives individual attention. Each student has use of a workbench with all the tools and equipment they will need while taking part in the workshop. All patterns and materials such as glass and solder are supplied by Martin at no extra cost. What will I make on the workshop? You will have the opportunity to make a Tiffany stained glass tea light holder (see examples above). What will I learn on the workshop? You will learn all the basic skills needed to make a Tiffany stained glass tea light such as: • Scoring and breaking glass. • Selecting suitable glass. • Glass grinding. • Copper foiling. • Soldering. • Finishing. Please note: • It is recommended that you bring reading glasses for close work. • It is recommended that you wear sensible shoes (no open toed shoes) when attending the workshop. • It is also recommended that you wear old clothes. • This course involves working with lead, for safety reasons it is recommends that pregnant women do not attend.

What's included in the price?

All materials such as glass, copper foil and solder are provided at no extra cost. Lunch is not available in Martin's studio, it is recommended that you bring your own lunch or that you purchase lunch at the cafe. Teas and coffees are available through the day.

Duration

7 hours

Cancellation policy

Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts

Maker

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Martin McAssey Glass

with Craft Courses since 2018

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Martin is a professionally qualified teacher with many year’s experience of teaching stained glass courses in Sheffield, Chesterfield and throughout South Yorkshire. He specialises in teaching stained glass but also runs fused glass and glass painting one day workshops. Martin has taught stained glass classes for Sheffield College and Chesterfield College. Martin is also a member of the Contemporary Glass Society (CGS) and the Artist Network.

Suitable for

  • Adults
  • Seniors
  • Wheelchair users
  • Limited mobility
  • Parking provided
  • Suitable for beginners
  • Public transport
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Venue

The Learning Centre, Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet, Abbeydale Road South, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S7 2QW