Blue Moon Glassworks - Glass Fusing Classes

Glass Fusing Classes
Below you will find the classes we offer for glass fusing and their descriptions.
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Class Policy

These classes are scheduled when an interest list is filled.
Those on the interest list will be contacted when a date is determined.

	Glass Cutting Class Instructor: Jim Berry Have you ever wanted to sharpen your glass cutting skills? This class is a great opportunity for that. We put together a four hour class on Sunday afternoon that focuses only on glass cutting. We introduce various styles of glass cutters and their proper use, as well as the appropriate running and breaking pliers. Plenty of glass will be provided to practice. We demonstrate the Morton Glass Works Portable Glass Shop as well as the newly introduced Beatle Bits Glass Cutting System. These are both great systems for the production stained glass and mosaic artists We introduce the Inland Bandsaw and the Taurus III Ring saw. Plenty of glass will be provided for practice. Click here to see pictures from a previous class. One day class on Sunday, from1:00-5:00pm Tuition: $60 (all glass and tools are provided for class use) Special pricing on cutting tools, saws and grinders for students on class day. Call to be added to the Interest List

	Introduction to Fusing and Slumping Instructor: Susan Stegall Students will learn the basics of of glass fusing and slumping including cutting glass, design considerations, firing a kiln and other techniques. Students will complete 5 projects (i.e. tile, square plate, etc.) See class pictures here. One day a week on Wednesdays, from 7:00-9:00pm for 5 weeks. Tuition: $175 (plus glass for 4 of the projects) February 22, 2012

	Stringer Bowl In this fun fusing class, learn to make a bowl using only thin strands of glass to create a woven basket look. No previous glass experience required. All materials included in class fee. View pictures from a previous class here. One day class on Saturday, from 1:00-4:00pm Tuition: $95 Call to be added to the interest list

	Beginner Jewelry Fusing Instructor: Lydia Johns Students will learn the basics of glass fusing including cutting glass, design considerations and firing a kiln. Students will complete several pieces of fused glass jewelry (pendants, earrings, pins, etc.) Click here to view the schedule and pictures from previous classes. One day a week on Tuesdays from 7:00-9:00pm for 3 weeks. Tuition: $145 (Additional glass and jewelry findings available for purchase.) January 10, 2012

	Bronwen Heilman Reverse Painting on Glass Fused Pendants This is an advanced / beginner class focusing on how to work with enamels and how to apply them. We will be focusing on applying wet enamel and capturing your own line drawings on a flat surface. After the enamels are fired; we will stack them to create one-of-a-kind pendants. 2-day class on Saturday & Sunday, from 9a-5p Lunch will be provided on both days. Tuition: $450 April 21-22, 2012
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