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Intro to Glass Fusing Prerequisite: None Workshop Fee: $95 class / $25 Materials fee Class Size:
limited eight to ten students Instructor: Bea Sharp Learn how to
make beautiful kiln worked glass in this fun orientated, non-technical workshop! This class is to introduce you to the glass
fusing process by melting glass in a kiln. The goal of this class is to show you how easy and fun it is to make small kiln
fired projects. I will help you explore your creative and artistic abilities. Since this is a two-day workshop, we will concentrate
on smaller projects. A few things that will be covered in this class are: Glass Compatibility, firing, annealing,
and cutting glass. Class hours Saturday 11-4pm February
25, 2012
Fused
Glass Refresher Prerequisite: Beginning Fused glass
or similar fusing experience Workshop fee: $50
Class Size:
limited to 8 students Instructor: Bea
Sharp This class is ideal for those who have been away from glass and want to start working on projects.
In the one-day workshop we will review cutting glass, using the saws and grinders to get the shapes you want for your
project. You’ll be ready to start a new project. April 7, 2012
Fused Glass II Prerequisite: Beginning Fused Glass or similar fusing experience $150 materials included
Class Size: 8 students only
Instructor: Bea Sharp This class is ideal for the creatively fired up student who wants to explore the design
possibilities of fused glass and get technical. During this 2-day workshop, you will choose from smaller items to work with
(pins, earrings, pendants or tiles). Learn how to create and incorporate different design elements into your custom piece.
Class Hours Saturday 12-400pm (2 SATURDAYS)
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Microwave Glass Fusing
Prerequisite:None $76 includes Materials
Class Size: eight students Instructor: Bea Sharp
Create beautiful
glass pieces in your microwave! You can create beads, pendants and earrings with the microwave and a special kiln. An inexpensive
way to get into the fun of glass fusing. Dates: Tuesday's Class hours: 7pm-930pm
*Class takes place in San Mateo at
Beresford Recreation Center. Click here to register.
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Glass Torch Tricks
Prerequisite: Basic Glass fusing knowledge Class Fee: $85 includes materials Instructor: Bea Sharp
You will learn, safety, setup, and how to make creative elaments to incorporating into your fusing projects plus
basic bead making. I will show how to use glass rods to make stringer, dots, tear drops and interesting twist. All with a
portable torch and minimal setup you can do at home. This is a great class to learn some new tricks for creating new ideas
for your projects. May 19,
2012
Fused Glass
Ornaments and Holiday Accents
Prerequisite:
None
$65
Includes materials
Make your
own holiday ornaments! While learning the art of glass fusing. Have fun making one of a kind ornament for the tree and the
home. The basics of fusing will be covered. You will also get to make small candle holders, holiday jewelry and more.
This is truly a fun class to experiment in.
Saturday 12-4pm December 17, 2011
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Fused Glass Beads and components for Jewelery
Prerequisite:None
Class Size: ten students Instructor:
Bea Sharp Create one-of-a-kind Dichroic Glass Jewelry and Components in
this workshop. Students will learn how to design their pieces for maximum beauty and sparkle using a fabulous assortment of
Dichroic glass. Topics covered will be cutting,shaping cabochons, fused bead making, earring techniques, colors and textures,
and the basics of Dichroic glass. Students will be shown how these items can be mounted into finished jewelry pieces to make
pendants, beads, earrings, pins, or whatever your imagination can dream up (within the limits of the class) February 18,2012
Click here to register
Fused Glass Plates & Bowls Prerequisite: Beginning Fused Glass or similar fusing experience $200 Materials included Class Size: 6 Students only Instructor:
Bea Sharp This class is ideal for the student accustomed to working with glass and creative design elements.
In this 2-day workshop you will create you own 8" square or round bowl. You will be provided with one piece of clear
and black glass and have a full range of colored glass and glass accessories in which to create and customize your own art
bowl or plate. Express yourself by using all the elements and design ideas learned in FUSED FOCAL II to create a one of a
kind masterpiece. This is a great way to personalize a special gift. Saturday 11am-430pm Saturday 11am-430pm March 3 and 10, 2012
Experimental
Fusing Friday EFF Come
and explore! This is an open session to all that want to try the latest product or learn something new in glass, beading,
metals and so forth. This is play time! On the fourth Friday a month we will cover 1
topic and go where the moment takes us. This is open to all glassaholics! 7pm to 9pm (Studio opens at 630pm)
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