The copper foil method, also called the Tiffany Method, of stained glass construction involves wrapping the edges of each piece in your project with a copper foil tape. The pieces are then joined by soldering them together on both front and back which creates a metal framework that holds the glass pieces together.

This one day course aims to equip you with the skills, tools and glass to create between 1 and 2 stained glass sun catchers, using the copper foil technique.

We start the workshop with a description of the basic tools used to score and cut glass and a short demonstration on how to break glass safely. You will then be given the opportunity to practice your cutting skills on some standard ‘float’ glass.

Once you feel comfortable you will choose a design to make and will cut and prepare some pieces of coloured art glass, ready to build into your first design. You will then learn how to grind the edges of each piece of your glass ready for foiling.

After a break for lunch we will carry on and learn how to foil our edges and then to solder all our pieces of glass together. If there is time a second sun catcher can be made. And all pieces made will be yours to take home and keep.

Course Highlights

• Friendly, comfortable and well lit environment
• All tools and materials needed to complete your projects
• Generous table space
• Clear information and demonstrations
• Project example pieces for inspiration

The course focus is always on fun and friendly creativity with lots of personal tuition from an experienced glass artist.

FOOD: Hot and cold refreshments will be provided throughout the day but we would suggest you to bring your own lunch to the workshop. Alternatively the shop is situated next to the wonderful Mulberry Tree Cafe where you can purchase delicious food at reasonable prices.

The course cost includes glass and use of tools for each student as well as refreshments throughout the day.

Class sizes will be limited to 6 people so if you wish to book onto this class please contact us using the button at the top of the page.