Fused Glass Curve

Who is this course for?

Level 1 and above - This 1.5 hour class is suitable for all levels - including beginners

What does the course cover?

Karen will teach you the technique of creating Decorative Glass using specialist glass, creating your own designs in preparation for it to be fired in our kiln. Following your own design ideas, we will inspire you to create your own panel to the design of your choice - perhaps a line of beach huts and seagulls or crashing waves. Your piece will then be fired in our kiln and ready for collection within two weeks, date will be agreed during the class.

Bring DESIGN IDEAS - your tutor will have examples of designs but we recommend you consider what designs you would like to make and bring any images with you.

What is included in the fee?

Your fee includes tuition by Karen, the use of tools and equipment and all materials. 

Each student can make one piece of your own design.

There is a maximum of 6 students per class to ensure individual attention. 

Please note your pieces are taken away to be fired and will be ready for collection within 2 weeks.  Glass colours and texture change during the firing process, our tutor will guide you during your class on the potential results but we cannot guarantee the finish and/or your expectation of the final result.  

What do I need to bring?

• Please wear sturdy and fully enclosed footwear (no open toes or gaping sides) and clothing that you do not mind getting dirty or damaged. 
• Please ensure long hair is tied back. 
• You may bring your own drinks. All drink containers/bottles must have lids.

No food can be consumed within the classroom

Accessibility:

We will try to make our classes accessible to all however if you have any disabilities or physical limitations of any kind we ask that you discuss it with us before booking.

Venue:

The GlassHouse, 5b Albion Road, North Shields, NE30 2RJ.

All our classes are for age 16 and over, unless otherwise specified.

Course terms and conditions:

Cancellation and Attendance Policy;

• In the event of a class being cancelled by the Host, the option of a full refund will be issued, or the student may request a date transfer if available.
• Cancellations by the student over 28 days of the class date – we will offer a full refund or date transfer (transfer subject to - if another date is available) at the discretion of the student. If a date change has been requested, we cannot offer a refund on a subsequent cancellation.
• Cancellations by the student within 28 days of the class date – we are unable to offer a refund or date change.  Please see following information:
• If we are able to re-sell your place a refund will be given at all times, and every effort will be made to re-sell at all times.  You may transfer your place to a person of your choice, friend or family, please notify us of the name change.  In the event of an emergency, illness, family emergency etc – our terms and conditions apply.
• Non-attendance – if you do not attend on the day of your class, you will not be eligible for a refund or class transfer.
• Bookings made using Gift Certificates – terms and conditions apply as above.
• Payment of your class fee is deemed as acceptance of our terms and conditions.