Bella Glass Class Descriptions

** Class Descriptions **

PLEASE CALL BELLA GLASS TO ENROLL. IN MOST CASES FULL PAYMENT IS REQUIRED IN ADVANCE

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Beginning Fusing - 1 day - $125.00 return to top
Explore the creative designs of hot glass. In this class you will learn the fundamentals of kiln forming while creating your own exciting fused glass pieces. Supplies and kiln fees included for four projects. (Pictures shown on right are students work)


Next Step Fusing - 1 day - $135.00 return to top
Projects are always changing. February 16th class will be - one frit casted piece, one 6" x 6" iridized tile and one frit bowl. For all classes - All materials and kiln fees are supplied. Bring your own tools, or rent ours. (Picture on right is a student project)	Fiber relief


Intermediate/Advanced Fusing - $55.00 return to top
Back By Popular Demand! This is a 3 session class. Continue your learning process in warm glass. Students will pick out their own projects and the teacher will help them achieve their desired results. Students are to bring their own tools. Glass and supplies must be purchased from Bella Glass and kiln fees are extra. Make-up sessions are not provided.


Beginning Stained Glass - $175.00 return to top
This will be a 2 day all day class. You will complete a copper foil sun catcher as well as a small glass leaded panel. You will learn how to choose your glass, size a pattern and cut glass like a professional. All materials are supplied to complete these 2 projects, and we let you use our tools, so you don't have to purchase any until you know if you want to continue with stained glass. (Picture shown on right is students work)



WORKSHOP Classes Offered Throughout Year

Pattern Bar/Pot Drop $185.00 return to top
You will work with a variety of techniques to create components that you can use in your future fused glass pieces. This class will extend the student's knowledge in kiln-formed art. Students explore various types of pattern bars and pot drops using frits, stringers, rods and sheet glass. Beginning fusing is a pre-requirement. Students are to bring their own cutting tools, or rent ours.

Glass Weaved Plate $85.00 return to top
Learn how to weave glass strips into a beautiful plate. You will pick from glass color strips that have been slumped once. You can purchase the slump molds for a special price in this class. Prior fusing experience is not a requirement.

Stringer Bowl $100.00 return to top
Create this fun bowl using only stringers! Many colors to choose from. Prior fusing experience is not a requirement.

Controlled Bubble Plate - $60.00 return to top
Learn how to create this unique plate with 'controlled bubbles' Plate size is approximately 6" x 6", with the option to upgrade to a larger plate the day of class.


Fused Mosaic Plate - $80.00 return to top
Similar to traditional mosaic glass, but we will use all fusable glass. Grout lines will be made with powdered glass. Design options will be available for the students to use. Students are to bring their own cutting tools or rent ours. Beginning fusing is a pre-requirement.


Fused Dichroic Jewelry I - $50.00 return to top
Shannon Abote will teach you how to layer, etch, and manipulate dichroic glass into beautiful jewelry pieces. Kiln time provided, supplies extra. This class includes $20 worth of dichroic. Bring your own tools, or rent ours. Beginning fusing is a pre-req.


Fused Dichroic Jewelry II - $95.00 return to top
In this class you will make a 4x4 several layer dichroic piece. We will then full fuse it and we will use the saw to cut shapes and fire polish these pieces. Materials included. This is a two part class. Bring your own tools, or rent ours. Beginning fusing is a pre-req.

Jewelry Wire Wrapping - $70.00 return to top
Learn wire wrapping techniques to complete your fused glass pieces. Bring one cabochon with you to wrap, or purchase one the day of class. All other tools provided, wire is extra. No glass experience necessary!

Christmas Ornaments - $75.00 return to top
Make ornaments for your friends and family. We have several patterns to choose from or you can make up your own. Shop time, kiln time, and glass is provided for up to 12 ornaments. Dichroic is extra. Prior cutting experience required.

Open Studio $20.00 return to top
Come in and finish up projects for your holiday gifts! Work space and grinders provided. Supplies and kiln time are extra. Laughter, as always, is FREE!

Make a Sink - 4 day - $450 (use our molds) $600 (take mold home with you) return to top
Create your own glass sink! Taught by Zach and Shannon Abote, you will learn how to cut 3/8" thick glass blanks of PPG plate glass. Your design can include any combination of enamels, micas & sand casting. At the end you will have created your own 3/4" glass sink. (Picture on right is students work)


BEAD Classes Offered Throughout Year
Some of these classes are only offered on a request basis - if you are interested call or e-mail us and let us know.
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"Cindy Beads" Beginning Glass Beads - 1 day - $125 return to top
Cindy Brown "Cindy Beads" teaches this class. Class gets booked up quickly, so sign up now! Make beads for necklaces, key chains - anything you want. All supplies included.

"Cindy Beads" Second Step/Intermediate Glass Beads - 1 day - $125 return to top
Cindy Brown helps you expand your skills in bead-making. Learn how to create "sets" or pairs of beads and learn about design possibilities. All supplies included. (Beads on right by Cindy)

** PLEASE READ BELOW BEFORE SIGNING UP FOR ALL CLASSES **

THE FINE PRINT: All classes require pre-registration due to limited class sizes. Classes are for specified dates, no make-up classes provided. Payment must be received, in full, at the time of registration. Refunds are available if notice of cancellation is provided two weeks before the first class and/or if registration is insufficient for the class. Classes are set up for adults. Children under 14 may not take or attend classes except the workshops that are based more for children, or by permission from parent and instructor. Please bring your own cutting tools and supplies to all classes - unless specified otherwise. Tools may be purchased from Bella Glass on or before the first class as well.

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