Glass poinsettia hanging for Christmas with Carole Gray

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About this course

Make a stained glass poinsettia hanging for Christmas.

Course Description

On this one-day course, you will make a copper-foiled glass Christmas poinsettia hanging, approximately 28cm/11"”wide.

You will learn how to cut and prepare the glass, and how to copperfoil, solder and finish the hanging. Each stage will be demonstrated by the tutor and will be followed by individual tutor support.

This one-day course follows a set project specifically designed and prepared by the tutor. Changes to the design cannot be done due to the logistics of the course.

Course Materials

Included

All the materials and tools required for the course will be supplied.

What students need to bring

  • an apron or other overall/old clothes and sturdy footwear
  • a paper face mask to wear when soldering (optional)
  • Cardboard/bubble wrap or other packaging to take your finished piece home safely

Available to buy

Available from shop: We have a generously stocked craft shop, which opens daily from 8:30am–2pm.

Additional information

Please wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear (no sandals or open toes).

Please note: If you are pregnant, you should consult your GP before enrolling on this course, as working with solder can be harmful to the developing baby.

You must not wear open shoes or have bare legs in the workshop.

Please do not wear loose clothing or dangly jewellery, as it may get caught in machinery. Long hair must be tied back.

Please note that you will be standing up to work during the first half of the day on this course.

Timetable

Student registration: 9.15am - 9.30am
Course teaching: 9.30am - 5pm
Morning session: 9.30am - 1pm
Lunch break: 1pm - 2pm*
Afternoon session: 2pm - 5pm
Teaching finishes: 5pm

*Lunch can be purchased on campus, view options

General Information

Tutors

Carole Gray Stained Glass Tutor at West Dean College

Carole Gray

Carole Gray trained in three-dimensional design at Middlesex University. She is a member of the Contemporary Glass Society and the British Society of Master Glass Painters.

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