Class and Workshop Schedule

Summer Classes and Workshops

Classes

Beginning Stained Glass             Intermediate Stained Glass             Fusing

Summer Madness

Stained Glass         Fusing

  Workshops

Spring Garden Mosaic Window          Beadmaking          Kaiser Lee Board
Glass Bead Wire Wrap         Stained Glass Mirror          3-D Bevel Candleholders

To sign up for a class or workshop, stop by the store or call us at 703-425-4611. If you enroll by phone, please have your credit card ready when you call.

We are currently accepting enrollment in all of the classes and workshops listed.
Space is limited, so don't delay!

• Class tuition is not refundable or transferable.
• Unless otherwise noted, materials and supplies are not included in class fees and are the responsibility of the student; glass grinders are required for all classes.
  
• Pregnant women and nursing mothers should consult their physicians prior to enrolling in class.
• Students should anticipate 2 hours of homework per week to complete the requirements of their class.
• Your patronage helps keep class fees down.

  **Due to the number of classes discounted, there are no make-up classes.

Beginning Stained Glass Panel - See some examples!

Students will construct at 12" x 14" copper foil panel.  Choose from approximately 50 specific patterns.  Costs of tools and supplies averages $400.00.  Completion of weekly homework is required. Intermediate students are welcome in this class as well.

Class    Day/Date        Time            Duration  Fee    Instructor

BCF1   Wed, 04/02/08  07:00-09:00 PM     6 weeks   $85    Jeanne Igo
BCF2   Thu, 04/03/08  10:30-12:30 PM     6 weeks   $85    Donna McClain
BCF3   Wed, 05/14/08  07:00-09:00 PM     6 weeks   $85    Jeanne Igo
BCF4   Thu, 06/12/08  10:30-12:30 PM     6 weeks   $85    Donna McClain
BCF5   Wed, 06/25/08  07:00-09:00 PM     6 weeks   $85    Jeanne Igo
BCF6   Thu, 07/24/08  10:30-12:30 PM     6 weeks   $85    Donna McClain
BCF7   Wed, 08/05/08  07:00-09:00 PM     6 weeks   $85    Jeanne Igo

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Fusing

In this class, you can make bowls, plates, jewelry, and more! This is the perfect chance for you to experiment with  frits, stringers, and dichroic glass. You will be limited to 2 firings per week.

Class     Day/Date        Time            Duration   Fee    Instructor
FUS1    Thu, 04/03/08  07:00-09:00 PM     5 weeks   $100    Diane Cairns
FUS2    Fri, 04/25/08  10:30-12:30 PM     5 weeks   $100    Donna McClain
FUS3    Thu, 05/08/08  07:00-09:00 PM     5 weeks   $100    Diane Cairns

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Summer Madness Returns!

This 11-week bargain fills up quickly, so don't wait!  You'll get 11 weekly classes for the price of just 5!  Work on lamps, holiday projects, lead suncatchers, boxes, mosaics, fusing ... whatever you want!



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Workshops

We'll be making a mosaic window with a refreshing Springy theme.  Glass cutting experience a plus, no experience with mosaics is necessary.  Class fee includes window and white crushed glitter.

Class     Day/Date              Time             Duration     Fee    Instructor
WORK1    Sat 4/12 & Sun 4/13  10:00-04:00 PM    1 session    $60    Diane Cairns 

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Learn to make beads using a torch and glass rods.  If you have made beads before and want a refresher, this class will help you to practice your technique.  Class fee includes all supplies.

Class     Day/Date        Time             Duration     Fee    Instructor
WORK2    Sat, 07/05/08  10:00-03:00 PM    1 session    $50    Diane Cairns

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In this class, you will learn how to carve your board and then do a beautiful fused tile or bowl on top of your carved Kaiser Lee Board.  This is a GREAT technique to learn!

Class     Day/Date        Time             Duration     Fee    Instructor
WORK3    Sun, 07/06/08  12:00-04:00 PM    1 session    $30    Diane Cairns

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Glass Bead Wire Wrap

Learn how to use wire-wrapping skills with beads to embellish your stained glass work.

Class     Day/Date        Time             Duration     Fee    Instructor
WORK4     Sun, 07/13/08  12:00-04:00 PM    1 session    $30    Jeanne Igo 

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Use this mirror as an accent piece in your home!  These also make wonderful gifts.  Learn decorative soldering and 3-D effects too!

Class     Day/Date        Time             Duration     Fee    Instructor
WORK5    Sun, 07/20/08  01:00-04:00 PM    1 session    $30    Donna McClain 

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Learn to make these delightful candleholders with bevels!  They're great for tea lights and votives; you can even make them for larger candles.

Class     Day/Date        Time             Duration     Fee    Instructor
WORK6    Sun, 07/27/08  01:00-04:00 PM    1 session    $30    Donetta Eichinger 

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