Glass Fusing Workshops Launceston Gallery
PLEASE NOTE: THIS WORKSHOP IS RUN AT OUR LAUNCESTON GALLERY IN CORNWALL.
Get creative and have fun designing and making your own fused glass pieces. No experience is necessary, all glass and equipment are supplied.
You will be using small pieces of glass, different grades of frit (crushed glass), stringers, powders, and liquid glass.
Items that are available to design and make include: coasters, vases, dishes, waves, hangings, soap dishes, and framed artwork.
Cost: £95 per person* of which £65 is a credit** towards items made.
Duration: 10.00 am meet at our Launceston Gallery for a 10:30 am start. The morning will involve an introduction to glass and glass-cutting techniques followed in the afternoon with a practical workshop session to create your bespoke piece. The tables are available until 4pm so you will have plenty of time to complete your designs.
Workshop size: 8 people
Booking: online or by phone at 01566 779779
INTERMEDIATE WORKSHOPS: Our Intermediate Workshops are designed for anyone wishing to try more advanced cutting and powdering techniques and to make larger items. Previous attendance of a workshop is required. You will receive more details a few weeks before the course date so any preparation work can be done in advance. For more details click here.
NB: If you are trying to book multiple places on a specific date and nothing is adding to your cart then there probably are not enough spaces still available on that date. Please either select another date, reduce the number of spaces you are trying to book or ring us at 01566 779779 and we can see what we can do.
NB: Please click here for our cancellation policy.
* Age limit: 12+ under 16's must be accompanied by a full-paying adult.
** If items exceed £65 the additional amount is payable on the day.
*** Items made at the workshops can be posted at an additional cost if required
You will receive an introductory information letter 1 week prior to your workshop date by email to help you make the most of your creative session.
Please note due to the size and nature of the workshops we unfortunately can not accommodate pets or spectators during the sessions. No alcohol can be consumed on site.
If you'd like further information, please call us on 01566 779779 or email sales@jodowns.com
A fabulous workshop. Well organised and engaging. Need to be prepared in advance for what you would like to make. Ruth was an excellent tutor and the day just flew by. Thank you.
If I were to offer one singular piece of advice before any one goes on a workshop, whether it's their first or their twenty first, it would be "Don't go empty headed!"
By that I mean, have a clear idea of what you would like to make and how you are going to make it.
It's a good idea to put your ideas on paper and even do a basic drawing of your design. This will give the workshop tutor a much better idea of what it is you are trying to achieve. The old saying goes " Procrastination is the thief of time" and as you only have a limited number of hours to complete your work, you need to use it wisely and creatively.
Having said all that, you will have the time of your life and you will come away having made a completely unique work of art in glass, that you will treasure for many years to come and your friends and family will be well impressed.
What a fabbie experience. I just couldn't choose what to make. So made something I wasn't expecting too. And I cannot wait to go back again and again. With friends and family. Xx Tha k you so much for everything.
Very enjoyable day.
Excellent and clear tuition.
We love Jo Downs glass, so very special occasion for us.
On a sunny Saturday I made my way to Launceston and the glass fused workshop run by the knowledgable and fun Ruth.
It was thrilling to see behind the scenes in the workshop where magic is created.
As a beginner I was a little nervous about using glass and remembering which equipment to use. Ruth was on hand to answer questions and help me create a bowl, which I’m looking forward to receiving in the post.
I am hooked and can’t wait to try another workshop.