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Glass Fusion - Fused Glass Garden Lanterns

Course code: P02686

Subject area: Art & Design

Study level: Part Time

Course level: U

Course details

Course time:

10:00 - 16:00

Days of week:

Saturday

Course date:

9th May 2026 - 9th May 2026

Course location:

Cheney School

Contact details

Phone:

01235 555 585

"This is a new course and will enable you to design a fused glass lantern for your home or garden. Enjoy exploring your creativity through Kiln Formed Glass. "

For this project you will be designing and making 4 glass fused panels for a garden lantern. The choice of design will be yours. There are many options which will be discussed. Garden and flowers, trees, fish in a ‘tank’ abstract shapes, landscape. Bring some pictures for inspiration. This will then be prepared ready for firing in a kiln.

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"You will have the opportunity to experiment with a variety of colours and materials like stringers, confetti, frits and powders. Your lantern frame will be provided for this workshop and you will have a choice of how many of the panels you wish to decorate.

During this project you will also be able to develop your glass cutting skills and familiarise yourself with the use of a strip cutter. A Variety of glass materials will be supplied to use in your designs. "

Course units
Skills/Techniques Covered
• Design techniques and special effects
• Fusing processes
• Glass Cutting Techniques
• Compatibility of Metals in glass
• Preparation of moulds for slumping
• Health and Safety when working with glass materials
What next?
Learners will be able to extend their knowledge and skills of kiln formed glass by attending a variety of glass fusing courses.
Entry criteria
This course can be adapted to suit a range of abilities, including beginners and those with previous experience.
Fee information
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:

£102.60

19+ Reduced Fee:

£73.80

Learning & method assessment
To track your progress and achievement you will be required to complete a short document.
As this is a non-accredited course, informal methods of assessment will be used.