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Learn the basics of how make a stained-glass suncatcher in this half-day workshop. Make either a Pear, Mushroom, Chick, or Heart.This class will cover:
Overview of stained glass
Brief history of stained glass
Glass textures / styles, manufacturers
Pattern making
Good design elements
Pattern Shears – how they work
Scoring (how to cut) glass
Overview of glass cutters (i.e. oil fed, pencil type, pistol cutter)
Tools used to work with glass (i.e. grozer pliers, running pliers, etc.)
Basics of scoring glass
Scoring glass to a pattern
Grinding glass
Overview of grinders
Grinder bits, grinder cookies
Copper foiling-stained glass
Basics of copper foiling stained glass pieces
Basics of soldering
Overview of fluxes, different types of solder
Soldering stained glass
Finishing a stained-glass piece for hanging
Adding a jump ring
Re-enforcing stained glass
Applying a finishing compound
This class is great for getting an overview of stained glass, to help determine whether this is a hobby you would be interested in pursuing. You will also receive a list of resources / basic supplies, if you were to pursue the hobby on your own.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
1251 Conestoga Road, Chester Springs, PA, United States, Pennsylvania
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