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Fall Class Schedule
Please call us at: (989) 662-4940 to register for classes.
Two days advance notice must be given for registration. Please call if you
have any questions.
 
Fall Class Schedule 2008
Beginning Stained
Glass Class
Have you always wondered how to make those
lovely windows seen in churches and homes? Here is a chance to make some
stained glass projects for your own home. Learn to make a heart suncatcher
and a 12” by 12” stained glass window panel with an etched bevel center using
the copper foil method of glass construction in this fun and informative class.
A $10 tool rental allows you to try stained glass construction without the
investment of tools immediately, with the exception of a glass cutter.
Additional costs include; an approximate $30 material fee and the purchase of a
glass cutter.
Class Fee $60
Limit 8 students
Thursdays ~ September 25, October 2, 9, and 16 6:30 pm– 9 pm
Thursdays ~ September 25, October 2, 9, and 16 11 am—1:30 pm
Thursdays ~ October 30, November 6, 13, and 20 6:30 pm—9 pm
Thursdays ~ October 30, November 6, 13, and 20 11 am—1:30 pm
Wednesdays ~ November 26, December 3, 10, and 17 6:30 pm— 9 pm
Wed. & Thurs. ~ November 26, December 4, 11, and 18 11 am—1:30 pm
Make Anything Intermediate Stained Glass Class
Still feel you need a little more
instruction and guidance or just want to try something new? Learn the
skills you want to know and make the project of your choice. Stepping
stones, lamps, boxes, and lead came panels are all suggestions for projects.
Indecisive students can look at finished projects on display for ideas.
Skill level for this class is anything past rank beginner. Bring your own
tools (except the grinder) or purchase them during class.
Class Fee $60
Limit 8 students
Thursdays ~ September 25, October 2, 9, and 16 6:30 pm– 9 pm
Thursdays ~ September 25, October 2, 9, and 16 11 am—1:30 pm
Thursdays ~ October 30, November 6, 13, and 20 6:30 pm—9 pm
Thursdays ~ October 30, November 6, 13, and 20 11 am—1:30 pm
Wednesdays ~ November 26, December 3, 10, and 17 6:30 pm— 9 pm
Wed. & Thurs. ~ November 26, December 4, 11, and 18 11 am—1:30 pm
Fused Glass Class
Are you tired of
time-consuming foiling and soldering? Want to make contemporary glass
designs? Learn to fuse together small glass items such as glass pins and
necklaces using a glass kiln. Class will include instructions on how to
fire glass and glass compatibility. Glass will be cut into the desired
shapes by you and then fired (fused or bent) by the instructor. In
addition to smaller fused pieces, you will make and design your own small bowl.
Beginning glass-cutting skills required, and materials will be furnished.
Please bring glass cutter and breaking pliers.
Class Fee $75
Limit 8 Students
Saturdays ~ September 27 and October 4 11 am – 2 pm
Glass Beadmaking Class
Basic bead making skills are
taught in this HOT glass class. Necklaces, bracelets, pendants, and pins
are made with your own flame formed glass beads. The torch and
miscellaneous equipment will be rented for use in class for a fee of $8.
The students will purchase the gas and glass used in class, approximately $15 -
$30.
Class Fee $50
Limit 8 students
Saturdays ~ October 18 and 25 11 am – 2 pm
Intermediate Fusing ~ Making Your Fusing Better
So now that you know how to melt glass together, why aren’t your projects
turning out as you expected? In this class, we will answer those questions in
addition to learning some new fusing techniques.
We will go over firing schedules for different types of projects. You will
learn about types of paints that can be used for certain types of projects and
other glass materials that are available for use in the kiln. We will answer any
questions about molds that can be used in your kiln. You will get to choose from
a list of projects to make, including: fused glass wine glasses, a fused relief
tile, manipulated tiles, painting with glass, and more and more...
This class is directed toward fusers with a kiln and people who have taken
beginning fusing, but just want to learn more. Bring your class cutters and
pliers, please.
Saturdays ~ November 1 and 8 11 am— 2 pm
Cost: $95 (includes all materials)
Special Fall Classes ~ 2008
Glass Blowing with a Professional
We are offering a special opportunity this coming fall. Our small glass
blowing studio is now up and running. This one time opportunity at VGW allows
any person to become a glassblower. With the aid of a skilled professional
glassblowing artist, you will create your very own colored blown glass ornament
using the techniques that have been used for centuries. Annette Baron will be
“hands-on” guiding you as you bring your own glass to life. No skills are
necessary, but some spirit is required.
Saturday, December 6 ~ Available times: 11 am, Noon, 1 pm, and 2 pm
Limit 3 students per time slot
Cost: 1 ornament ~ $30 or 2 ornaments ~ $50
Fused Glass Snowflakes
This class is an excellent opportunity to make an easy, elegant, handmade
gift for a loved one or yourself. You will use a glasscutter to cut the glass
pieces for the snowflake, assemble them on a kiln shelf, and we will fire them
for pick-up at a later date. In a short period of time, you will create two to
three beautiful and original crystalline snowflake suncatchers or ornaments.
Patterns will be available or you can create your own personal snowflake design.
A select amount of colors will be available for snowflakes.
In these easy classes, no experience and tools are needed. Children are
welcome. The cost of the class includes all supplies, tools, and instruction.
Saturday, November 22 11 am—1 pm Limit 8 students
Cost: $30 for 2-3 snowflakes, $6 - $10 each additional (depending on size)
New Class Fusing Table Time
This is open time to receive help or work on a special fusing project
(possibly Christmas present ideas). Your own tools and materials are required.
Fusing experience is necessary.
Fill a 23” kiln shelf with many projects or one that will not fit in your
kiln, and we will fire them/it for $50 per kiln load. (We will do our best, but
results may vary.)
Table Time Fee: $15 Saturday, November 15 or December 13 11 AM—2 PM
ALL CLASSES ARE TAUGHT AT OUR STUDIO IN AUBURN
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