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Glass Fusion - Festive Decorations

Course code: P02695

Subject area: Art & Design

Study level: Part Time

Course level: U

Course details

Course time:

09:30 - 13:30

Days of week:

Saturday

Course date:

15th Nov 2025 - 15th Nov 2025

Course location:

Abingdon Campus

Contact details

Email:

enquiries@abingdon-witney.ac.uk

Phone:

01235 555 585

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Enjoy creating your very own unique glass decorations in this seasonal workshop: Glass Fusion - Festive Decorations. An opportunity to experiment with glass fusing techniques. You will be introduced to different glass materials, including frits, stringers, confetti and how they are used, as well as the results when fused and melted.

You will have the opportunity to create Christmas tree hanging decorations, small glass fused gift tags, stocking fillers, T-light holders or Christmas scene coasters. There are many possibilities and whether you are new to glass or have experience of fusing there will be lots to inspire you, with beautiful results.

Bring suitable resources as inspiration and have fun experimenting and creating your own festive designs. Your Christmas decorations will be taken away and fired in a glass kiln and then returned to the venue for collection.

During this workshop you will learn:- How to cut glass using a strip cutter as well as cutting freehand.- You will familiarise yourself with the different glass materials we will be using and how to assemble it.- The correct use of hand tools and equipment will be explained and demonstrated.- You will also learn how to use a glass grinder.- Melting glass stringers over a candle flame will be demonstrated and fusing techniques will be explained.- Health and Safety will be covered.

What next?
Learners might wish to sign up for further glass fusing workshops offered by Abingdon and Witney college at different venues e.g. Cheney School in Oxford or Gosford Hill school in Kidlington.
Entry criteria
No previous experience of glass fusing is needed for this course and projects can be adapted to suit a range of abilities, including beginners.
Fee information
£35 materials and firing fee per learner.

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 216 400 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

19+ Fee:

£73.40

19+ Reduced Fee:

£54.20

Learning & method assessment
This course is a practical and hands-on course. Learning methods will include demonstration and application.

One to one support and guidance will be given, where needed. Visual resources will be available to explain the outcome and to develop ideas.

As this is a non-accredited course, there is no formal qualification. To track your progress and achievement you will be required to complete a short document.

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