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Glass Fusion - Christmas Wreath and Festive Decorations

Course code: QPXV602P

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:

30th Nov 2024 - 30th Nov 2024

Course location:

Cheney School

Contact details

Phone:

01235 555 585

Are you interested in exploring different designs and glass fusing techniques whilst having some festive fun? Come along to our seasonal workshop where you can enjoy creating your very own unique glass decorations.
On this day course, you will be introduced to different glass materials, frits, stringers and confetti. You will learn how they are all used and discover the brilliant results that they can create when they are either fused or melted.

You will have the chance to get involved in two projects; a first where you can make a large glass table decoration/wreath or window decoration, and a second where you can create Christmas tree hanging decorations, small glass fused gift tags, stocking fillers or tea light holders.

In order to avoid disappointment, it is advisable to enrol at least 2½ weeks prior to the course starting. We will confirm course information two weeks prior to the start date.

Project 1: We will start by making a large glass table decoration/wreath or window decoration. Design ideas, glass cutting and assembling will be covered. For this project we will be using clear glass. Once fired you will be able to dress it up with suitable ‘accessories’ to suit the colours of your Christmas table. By using some greenery from the garden, fairy light, ribbons and baubles you can create a very unique decoration for your door or table.

Project 2: For project 2, you will have the opportunity to create Christmas tree hanging decorations, small glass fused gift tags, stocking fillers or tealight holders. Previous students have made glass snowflakes, colourful hanging ornaments and 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 designs.

Please bring with you: a sketchbook/notebook and pen; photos, patterns and pictures to use as inspiration; a dust mask; an apron; an old but clean dishcloth is useful. Please wear closed-toe shoes.

There is free parking onsite. Please bring lunch and refresh

What next?
Collection of Work: All projects will be taken away for firing in a kiln and will be returned to the teaching venue for collection.
Interested in learning more? Oxfordshire Adult Learning offer a wide range of similar workshops and courses, please check our website for further information.
Entry criteria
This course can be adapted to suit a range of abilities, including beginners and no previous experience is needed.

Courses can fill fast, so please enrol early to avoid disappointment. Decisions on whether a course is to run are made two weeks prior to the start date - an email will be sent to you should there be changes to your course or if it is cancelled. Please check your inbox leading up to your course, including the junk folders. For anyone without an email account, our Admissions team will phone you instead.

For the first week of the course you will need to bring a valid form of identification; this includes passport, driving licence, debit/credit card, Birth Certificate or National Insurance card.

Please note - you should be 19 years old or over at 31st August 2024 prior to starting the course.

Fee information
All tools, materials and firing costs for this workshop will be supplied and is included in the workshop fee. £45.00pp

Courses offered by the college are fully or partly funded by the Government and the published fee takes account of this funding.

Before starting a course, the College is required to check you meet conditions relating to that funding, e.g. age, residency status within the UK/EEA, prior qualification level and employment status. In some circumstances (such as with online enrolments), these checks can only be completed after you have enrolled and paid.

If you are unable to pay in full for this course at the time of enrolment, and the course tuition fee is £300 or more, an instalment plan is available. If this is your preference, please do not enrol online but rather call the Admissions Team on 01235 216400 to enrol.

Once enrolled, Admissions will take the first instalment payment from you and pass on your details to the Finance team who will email you to set-up your payment plan. Please return a fully completed instalment plan to Finance as failure to do so could result in being withdrawn from your course.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated, we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions Team on 01235 216400 to discuss these options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

Course fees

19+ Fee:

Tuition Fee: £57.60

Exam Fee: £0.00

Materials: £45.00

Total Cost: £102.60

19+ Reduced Fee:

Tuition Fee: £28.80

Exam Fee: £0.00

Materials: £45.00

Total Cost: £73.80

Qualifications received
As this is a non-accredited course, there is no formal qualification. However, you will be asked to complete activities that demonstrate how you are progressing on your course.
Learning & method assessment
As this is a non-accredited course, informal methods of assessment will be used.
To track your progress and achievement you will be required to complete a short document.