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Glass Fusion - Introduction to Glass Fusion - Workshop

Course code: P02625

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:

24th Jan 2026 - 24th Jan 2026

Course location:

Gosford Hill School

Contact details

Phone:

01235 555 585

This one-day, onsite workshop is designed for a range of abilities including beginners and the more advanced learners. You will be working with a variety of glass materials and complete two project during the day.
Project 1:During this project you will be using a strip cutter as well as cutting freehand shapes to create either a small wall hanging, coaster or a light catcher. The correct use of glass cutting tools and pliers will be demonstrated.

Project 2:You will learn techniques to design your own sheet of art glass. How to assemble your glass and the end results will be discussed. The '6mm rule' will be explained and applied. You will have the opportunity to experiment with a variety of glass materials including frits, confetti, etc. and even melting stringers over a flame. This will then be used to form a slumped bowl or platter. This project will include two firing processes; Fusing and Slumping. Suitable moulds will be discussed and prepared for the slumping process. Firing schedules for glass will be explained.

"Free parking. No refreshments available at venue, please bring with you. The school have a Nut-Free Policy - no foods containting nuts."

What next?
Further Glass Fusing workshops to extend skills and techniques. Oxfordshire Adult Learning offer a wide-range of similar workshops and courses, please check our website for further information.
Entry criteria
This course is suitable for all levels of ability, including beginners and those with previous experience of Glass Fusing.
Fee information
All tools, materials and firing costs for this workshop will be supplied and is included in the workshop fee.

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