Stained Glass Taster Day @ Bowood House & Gardens

Description

Come to the stunning Bowood House & Gardens in Wiltshire to learn the ancient craft of stained glass. During the day, based at the ‘The Gardener’s Bothy’, you will learn about both leaded stained glass and copper-foil. You will: • learn some of the history of the craft • learn the processes of both techniques • make your own leaded sample piece to take away with you. After a light lunch you will have a tour of Bowood House, including the stained glass, and you will also be able to wander the grounds after the course finishes at 4pm. Please note that Bowood House & Gardens closes at 5pm. By the end of the course you will have a good understanding of the two techniques, with a good foundation should you wish to take either technique further, and even if you don’t, you will have a beautiful piece of glass to take away from a great day in a beautiful location. No experience needed, all tools and equipment provided, please do wear enclosed shoes (no sandals or slip-ons) and either clothes you don’t mind getting mucky, or bring an apron. NOT SUITABLE for pregnant women due to the use of lead. Please note - Bowood House & Gardens​ is a no-smoking venue.

What's included in the price?

Materials; use of tools; lunch; guided tour of Bowood House

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Blue Kite Stained Glass

with Craft Courses since 2016

Message the tutor

I've been running courses since 2017, and making stained glass for over 15 years. I studied Glass & Fine Arts; and Glass & Architecture at Post-graduate level at Central St. Martins School of Art & Design in London 2004-2006.