About Us
 
 

This single-session short course gives students the experience of making glass beads in a torch. It teaches fewer decorating techniques and provides half the amount of torch time as our Lampworking 101 offering. It is designed for students who would like to try beadmaking with less time commitment.
 

Class Content	Tools of the trade Working safely with a torch and hot glass Use of a Hot Head torch and MAPP gas Making round beads Pulling stringer (fine threads of glass) Simple techniques for decorating beads Annealing
Prerequisites	None
Class Size	2 - 4 students
Class Sessions	One 3-hour session
Upcoming Classes	Class dates and times are by arrangement. Please call or e-mail to add your name and availability to our list.
Tools and Materials	GlassWear, etc. provides materials and use of all tools needed for this class.
Class Fee	$75 per student payable before or at the class session. A $25 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve a space.