Description

This beginning bead making class will first cover SAFETY at the torch, different types of glass, their properties and non-compatibility, and annealing requirements for soft glass. Students must wear cotton clothing (polyester melts and sticks to the skin!!!), closed toe shoes, and tie back long hair. Didymium glasses will be provided. Safety will be emphasized. Note: beads do not have to be perfect to be beautiful! What You'll Learn - How to light and turn off an oxygen-propane torch correctly - Pulling stringers (thin glass rods that will be used later to make dots) - Making round, balanced beads using heat and gravity - Applying dots using the pre-made stringers, melting flat and leaving them raised - How to rake dots - How to make stacked dots - How to poke dots and cover with clear to capture an air bubble - How to encase dots to make stripes Who Should Attend - Appropriate for participants with limited or no glass-making experience - Appropriate for all ages. Mature, responsible children are welcome to attend with an accompanying adult and will be allowed to participate to the extent to which they are safely able to Additional Information - All materials included in price - Your finished work will be available for pick-up the next day after annealing (cooling off). If you are from outside the Albuquerque area, we can mail you your finished project(s) - Cotton shirts and closed-toe shoes are REQUIRED - Bring water and snacks as desired Scheduling information - Class duration: Approximately 4 hours - Cost: $250 fixed and can accommodate 1 or 2 participants, so bring a friend! - Got a larger group? Contact us for group rates and special events! - Online bookings close 24 hours before class - Custom dates and times can be arranged for classes. Call for more information - Questions? Call us at 505-620-1937