With this workshop you will have a chance to learn about the basics of building stained glass by putting together a 12 piece spider web design. This class will focus on copper foiling and soldering with no glass cutting. You can choose your web color from a combo of clear, black, and white glass. We will be wrapping the piece in lead (not toxic to work with) and adding a hanger or metal stick.
This workshop is simple enough for beginners but it is not recommended for anyone without interest in learning. The session will involve educating you on all the steps, using the tools, and assembling a stained glass spider web with all glass pieces already cut out. This is essentially an instructed work session to make your own spider web, and will take the entire workshop to complete your piece. We will have a 30 minute break during the workshop session and there are many local shops to grab a quick lunch to eat in the studio. In the event that you’d rather hang out and chat while working and you don’t finish your piece, you can come back during our open studio hours (most Friday nights) to finish your piece.
You’ll choose the glass, wrap your pieces, and spend a lot of time with a personal solder to attach them together. This is a beginners project but is very involved. We will be working to wrap our glass and solder for most of the workshop.
While working, your instructor is happy to share all the best websites and shops to help guide you towards building your own stained glass studio. Come with questions if you’re looking to continue the glass journey, or show up just for the experience. No previous knowledge necessary, but you should be committed to doing the process if you are completely beginner.
About the Location: The coven studio is located in the heart of Olde City in a below ground storefront. There are 10 steps down to get into the space, and our ceilings are not very high. Anyone over 6'4" will have watch their head until they have a seat. Any more questions about accessibility-please reach out!
Note about Payment: If you would like to save yourself some dollars (eventbrite fees can really add up!) you can reach out directly for info on paying with Venmo or Paypal. If you'd liek to send money directly please email info@thecraftcoven.org and we will confirm there is still space and add you to the attendees after payment is sent.
