Nov 9th 2012 - Beadmaking with Bullseye

This taster in beadmaking is an excellent opportunity to learn the skill of working with hot glass in a flame, in a safe and controlled environment.

You will finish this class with a range of beads made using the different techniques learned in the class.

Time and Place

Duration 1 day - 10.00am to 4.00pm - Total 6 hours. 

Warm Glass UK, 5 Havyatt Park, Wrington, Bristol. BS40 5PA

Class Description

This course covers the basics from beginner lampworking skills, safety in the studio, annealing and materials, to setting up your own studio and choosing a torch.

Each student will have their own work area with a Nortel Bench Burner and professional tools.

During the day you will have the opportunity to work with Bullseye glass in different forms, including rods, frits and sheet glass and create a variety of beads to take home with you.

Each student will also leave the class with handouts, annealing information, equipment and materials list.

Teacher - Claire Hall, preofessional jewellery designer maker.

What to Prepare

• no previous experience required
• please wear work clothes and closed toed shoes
• all materials and a delicious lunch are included and all necessary tools are provided.  Please advise us of any special dietary requirements.
• we restrict the class size to 8 people
• we teach using Bullseye Glass (CoE90)

Cancellations up to 4 weeks before the course 100% refund or alternative class offered, after that date a 50% refund will be given up to 1 week prior to the course