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WINTER/SPRING 2010
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FALL/WINTER class will be announced by the end of June.
There are no classes taught in July or August due to the heat.

All prices in Canadian Funds - Payment is required to reserve a seat.
Classes usually fill 2 weeks in advance, consequently
refunds will only be given with 14 days notice or if we can fill your seat.

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STAINED GLASS PANEL: Copper Foil Technique ("Tiffany Method")

Level: Beginner - no experience required 4 sessions: Saturdays 1pm - 4pm April 24 to May 15, 2010 Fee: $280 per person, plus GST (includes a basic $130 tool kit that is yours to keep) Any premium glass choices for the project will be extra. Instructor: Suzanne Basnett Suzanne will guide you though the basics of pattern making, glass cutting, foiling, assembling, soldering and finishing your project. Panels will not exceed 12"x12". Glass, glass cutter, chemicals, foil & solder are supplied during class. This is a beginner class but some homework may be required between sessions. Simple project ideas (pictures/drawings) are welcome on the first day of class or pre-made patterns will also be available. Tool kit includes: Weller 100 Watt Iron, Glassnapper runner, grozer plier, soldering iron stand. Additional supplies (if needed) can be purchased after or before class.

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FUSING ELEMENTS: Powder Wafers, Kiln-Fired Murrini, Freeze 'N Fuse

Level: Intermediate - fusing experience required Two days: Saturday & Sunday 10 am - 4 pm March 20 & 21, 2010 - 2 sessions Fee: $200 per person (GST included) Instructor: Lynne Chappell Take your glass fusing to the next level. Learn to make patterned & shaped elements for your fused projects. We will learn how to use stencils and glass powders to create fired elements to add to your projects at home. We will make small pattern slices (murini) with frits and stringers. We will learn about molds for "Freeze 'N Fuse", and make objects with glass powders, water and a freezer (way too cool!). Students Will Learn How To: 1. Create powder wafer elements by sifting glass powder over stencils. 2. Create kiln formed murini (pattern slices) to take home using a rod pod form. 3. Try the "Freeze&Fuse" technique to make fusible elements from candy molds and other mold methods. 4. Learn how to make your own custom RTV silicone mold for "Freeze&Fuse" or "lost wax method". Students bring to class: Please bring your own glass cutting tools, an apron, and a 10x10 cake pan or similar tupperware to take home your elements. Also bring small found objects for freeze 'n fuse castings and stencils for the powder wafer (ie. open textures such as lace) if you have them. Please bring a lunch or there is a Subway on the corner of 80th and King George (5 blocks away). There will only be about a 1/2 hour break.     Below: recent work by Lynne Chappell

KILN-WORKED GLASS (GLASS FUSING) - Instructor: Lynne Chappell

Introduction to Glass Fusing (Plate OR Bowl): This 2 session workshop is a basic introduction to glass fusing. Students will make small samples in the first session and a plate or bowl in the second session. There will be some technical discussion on the properties of glass, slumping forms and firing schedules. We will cover basic glass cutting, pulling stringer in the torch, and volume control. Work will be fired in our kiln after class; to be picked up at a later date. Visit our student gallery.

2 Sessions - Course Fee: $130.00 including materials (GST included) Course is taught with Bullseye 90 COE glass and material cost makes up $70 of course fee. Class is limited to 8 students, so register early. Sundays, 1pm - 4 pm March 7 & 14, 2010 - 2 sessions OR Saturday & Sunday, 10am - 2pm June 12 & 13, 2010 - 2 sessions Register at our studio: 604-594-6311

Fusing Workshop : For students who have taken the above class and want to make an additional project. Limited supervision as the store is open for business Sunday afternoons. Fee: $80.00 (GST included) - 1 Session, includes studio time, tools, materials and firing. Included material cost is based on 10" plate or bowl (15 fused cabs). Additional costs may apply to premium glass colours, dichroic glass, larger projects or jewelry findings Sunday 1 - 4 pm - February 7, 2010 OR Sunday 1 - 4 pm - March 28, 2010 OR Sunday 1 - 4 pm - May 16, 2010 OR Sunday 1 - 4 pm - June 27, 2010 Call 604-594-6311 for workshop appointment at least 48 hours in advance.

Jewellery Fusing Workshop: This one session workshop will cover the basics of making fused glass pendants. You will make 8 - 10 fused cabs. Work will be fired in our kiln after class; to be picked up and finished off at a later date. Class is limited to 6 students so register early. Fee: $65.00 (GST included) 1 session, includes instruction, firing, limited dichro, frit/stringers etc., base glass & unlimited small glass pieces from bit box. Additional colored glass, dichro, jewellery bails, etc. are extra. Approx $15.00 - $45.00 Sunday 9am - 12 noon - Sunday March 28, 2010 OR Sunday 9am - 12 noon - Sunday May 16, 2010

WINTER/SPRING 2010 CLASSES FALL/WINTER class will be announced by the end of June. There are no classes taught in July or August due to the heat. All prices in Canadian Funds - Payment is required to reserve a seat. Classes usually fill 2 weeks in advance, consequently refunds will only be given with 14 days notice or if we can fill your seat.

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GLASS BEADMAKING (Lampworking)

Introduction I Create your own unique handmade glass beads using a flameworking technique (lampwork). This introductory session will cover the basics of glass beadmaking using coloured glass rods, frit and murini. We will use a single-fuel Hot Head torch and Effetre soft glass. You will make 8 - 10 beads. Please wear natural fibers, long sleeves and tie long hair back. Intro I - Instructor: Tamara Garland $50.00 all inclusive (GST included), limited to 6 students - one session Introduction II This second introductory session builds on the basics learned in Intro I with more in depth instruction on decorating techniques. We will make four specific bead patterns using silver foil, Dichroic glass, plunging technique and stringer. Introduction 1 or prior lampworking experience required. Intro II - Instructor: Tamara Garland $60.00 all inclusive (GST included), limited to 6 students- one session At Our Studio - call 604-594-6311 for registration. Unit 102 - 13443 78th Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 0A8  Day / Time - 2010  Intro I  Intro II        Sunday, 9am to 12 noon, one session  Feb 21  Feb 28  Sunday, 9am to 12 noon, one session  Apr 18 Apr 25  Sunday, 9am to 12 noon, two sessions  May 30 & June 6 - both I & II $110       No Classes in July or August

All prices in Canadian Funds - Payment is required to reserve a seat. Classes usually fill 2 weeks in advance, consequently refunds will only be given with 14 days notice or if we can fill your seat.

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