April Pebble

Contact name: April Pebble owens

49
Total bookings

Rating

(14)

about 1 year
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

April is passionate about all techniques in glass. She became captivated by its luminosity, jewel like radiance and ability to cast shadows of colour. Her own creative practise involves traditional stained glass techniques and warm glass techniques such as fusing. Her work is inspired by nature, folkloric stories and aims to bring about beauty through light. April has recently begun teaching at her workshop at Rock Farm in Shepton Mallet. She is also a Stained Glass Conservator at Holywell Glass in Wells and up until May this year has been running therapeutic art sessions for the Charity One25. Her approach to learning is to encourage and problem solve. Being dyslexic herself she understands that repetition and clear instructions are important to help learners get the most from her workshops. Her main aim is for her students to have fun, gain some confidence in a craft and leave with something uniquely beautiful.

Courses, kits & gifts

gold award

Shepton Mallet

Fused Glass Christmas Decorations with April Pebble

2 hours

Next date: 17th Nov 2024

5 places left

(2)

£45.00

gold award

Shepton Mallet

Stained Glass Panel Workshop with April Pebble

7 hours

Next date: 27th Feb 2025

6 places left

(10)

£110.00

gold award

Shepton Mallet

Stained Glass- Mosaic Workshop with April Pebble!

6 hours

Next date: 12th Dec 2024

1 place left

£85.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

20 Sep 24'

Rosie reviewed: Stained Glass Panel Workshop with April Pebble

"I went with my best friend to celebrate your joint birthdays and we couldn't have had a nicer time! April is very friendly, knowledgeable and patient. She helped us make glass Windows that were are both incredible proud of and sparked out interested in further glass work and crafting courses. I would definitely recommend this course to others. The price may seem high but its well worth it for the experience!"

April Pebble responded:

"Thanks for the review Rosie for coming along too! So glad you had a nice time, it was a pleasure to have you both in the workshop. I aim to keep the cost of the workshops as fair as I can & also create an enjoyable day for all! Hopefully see you again :) "

10 Aug 24'

Glenice Cox reviewed: Stained Glass Panel Workshop with April Pebble

"I did the Stained Glass panel course in April 2024 (sorry for delayed review!) It was brilliant and I was really pleased to take home my panel at the end of the day. April is kind and patient and gives very clear instructions at each stage. You won’t get left behind if you are a bit slower and she will help you, both with technique and choice of colours/materials. I thoroughly recommend this day course, great value and I would do it again! Thanks!"

28 Jul 24'

Jan Wright reviewed: Stained Glass Panel Workshop with April Pebble

"My sister and I had an interesting day learning how to make a glass panel with April. She’s a very knowledgeable tutor and explained each step of the process very well. I am more than happy to recommend this class to anyone with an interest in stained glass panelling, you won’t be disappointed and will leave with a great memento of your day. "

April Pebble responded:

"Ah thanks so much Jan, it was a pleasure having you both in the session! April :)"

20 May 24'

Lesley Johnson reviewed: Stained Glass Panel Workshop with April Pebble

"This was a really great day course. I learned so much from it and thoroughly enjoyed the day. April was clear in her instructions and demonstrations and gave good advice from start to finish. It is a course I would certainly recommend. Everything is provided and you come home with a lovely stained glass piece. A postivie achievement! Thanks April!"

April Pebble responded:

"Thanks so much Lesley! It was a pleasure to meet you and really happy it was a positive day out for you! I hope you now have your panel somewhere catching the light- warmest wishes, April "