Fused Glass Flowers - Glass Fusing Workshop for Beginners Make two Fused Glass Flowers & Learn simple fused glass techniques in this half-day mini workshop
"A really well planned and researched class, a great learning experience!" - Cate
Our half-day course is a great introduction to simple glass fusing techniques, with time to make two funky fused glass flowers.
The course
will give you an appreciation of some of the key materials used in fusing, plus an insight in to kiln operation and firing schedules.
With a maximum of 7 students you can be sure of plenty of attention and guidance throughout the class.
Fused Glass Flowers Fusing course for up to 7 people
First y ou'll learn how to cut glass shapes under our expert guidance, and then cut the petal shapes for your two flowers from clear glass from a choice of patterns designed to fuse together well.
We'll introduce you to the key tools and techniques needed to successfully cut your glass shapes and prepare them ready for the next session a week later....
You'll then decorate your petal shapes using coloured glass frits and powders and crushed clear glass to your own colour and design themes.
We'll also share with you the basics of Coefficient of Expansion and Compatibility of glass, the use of moulds and the firing schedules to be used for fusing your flowers - essential knowledge if you'd like to do more fusing in the future.
Once your petal shapes are decorated you'll lay them out ready to be fired.
Your pieces will be fired flat and then fired again in a mould to give the curved flower shape.
After firing your flowers will be ready for you to mount on the metal stems we provide.
Your finished flowers can be 'planted' indoors or outside in your garden!
The course cost of £99 inc VAT per person includes:
All glass materials for the flowers including clear glass, frits and powders
Two steel, powder-coated metal stems to mount your flowers on - approx 35cm tall
Full tuition throughout
Use of tools and protective gear
Refreshments during the session including herbal teas, decaffeinated drinks & gluten-free biscuits
1 tutor, maximum class size 7 people
All your flowers to take home after firing
Class runs for approx 3 hours
Eligibility for our Project Day Programme with preferential prices for project firings
Special Poppy class runs in late October, with your poppies fired and ready in advance of Armistice Day
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How to book your place - Fused Glass Flowers Course
If you're ready to book, choose the date you prefer and use the PayPal buttons to make your booking. You can pay by card or PayPal. We can also take bookings in the studio or you can buy this class as an emailable gift voucher.
All bookings are subject to our class bookings Terms And Conditions.
If you have any questions or concerns get in touch and we'll do our best to help.
If you're ready to book, choose the course starting date you prefer and use the PayPal buttons to make your booking. You can pay by card or PayPal. We can also take bookings in the studio,
Our class bookings terms and conditions are here.
If you have any questions or concerns get in touch and we'll do our best to help.
2025 Fused Glass Flowers Classes
Sunday 30th March 2pm - 5pm - Fused Glass Poppies or Flowers - 6 places
Friday 23rd May 2pm - 5pm - Fused Glass Poppies or Flowers - 6 places
Saturday 26th July 2pm - 5pm - Fused Glass Poppies or Flowers - 6 places
Friday 26th September 2pm - 5pm - Fused Glass Poppies or Flowers - 6 places
Vitreus Art is Jenny Timms and Mike Caddy - glass artists, course providers, and proprietors of Vitreus Art @ Bell Plantation, near Towcester.
Jenny is an accomplished glass artist who loves to share her passion for all glass art forms with students and visitors to the gallery.
Mike has developed a specialism in traditional leaded stained glass and the creation of 3d glass work.
Together, the pair pride themselves on their friendly and supportive teaching style and in running inspiring courses for all levels.
Join us a little before Armistice Day to make a pair of commemorative glass poppies Make two beautiful glass flowers on this beginners course
We'll teach you how to cut glass for the petals for your flowers
Choose from several flower designs - all materials included
Learn a little about moulds and slump firing on this workshop
Your flowers are completed with metal 30cm tall stems
What attendees have said about our classes:
"Brilliant, totally enjoyable and easy to follow instruction "
"Great day….extremely satisfied with terrific teachers who were tremendous. Thanks Guys!"
"Really enjoyed the workshop. Tutors were brilliant"
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