About this Event
Using provided materials, you'll spend the afternoon creating at least 1 stained glass stem using an assortment of colorful glass scraps provided by MAC and The WasteShed. Through the creation of your glass flower, you'll be led through an introduction to stained glass skills. Topics covered include:
- Stained glass safety
- Cutting with hand tools
- Grinding with power grinder
- Foiling with copper foil
- Soldering with leaded solder
- Cleaning & caring for your stained glass
- Painting with enamel paints
The first part of class will be a demonstration by MAC, followed by independent workshop time. This is a great class for anybody who's interested in learning about stained glass and considering getting into the craft
Experience Level:
This class is geared towards begginers, but all are welcome!
What’s Provided/ Things to expect:
- Stained glass safety
- Cutting with hand tools
- Grinding with power grinder
- Foiling with copper foil
- Soldering with leaded solder
- Cleaning & caring for your stained glass
- Painting with enamel paints
Getting There/Where to Park:
Humboldt - Free street parking is available on the street outside of The WasteShed, but spots may be limited so please plan accordingly. The Kimball bus stops right outside our doors! Please let us know if you need wheelchair access.
Documentation
Your participation in a WasteShed program constitutes implied consent to be photographed, and for those images to be utilized by The WasteShed for educational, fundraising, and marketing purposes. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know and we’ll be happy to respect your wishes.
Refund Policy:
Eventbrite fees cannot be refunded. Ticket cost can be refunded up to 7 days before the event.
Event venue & nearby stays
1754 N Kimball Ave, 1754 North Kimball Avenue, Chicago, United States
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