Subject: November and December HOT Stuff
www.prismglassworks.net
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Dear Sharon,
OK, this is it! Countdown to the Holidays has arrived. We
have made some cute melted snowmen ornaments and
small angels this year, so stop in to get some ideas. We
have more pre-cut fusibles arriving next week, and lots of
inventory to help you finish those last minute gifts.
Holiday Hours
Open Studio Time
Arm Knitting
Edgy Star
Of Coarse You Can
We have some "cool" classes running in December and
January, including a new one featuring guest artist Maggie
Schilb, showing us a neat knitting process. Don't forget, we
can fire your projects for you if you want us to. Our newest
class, Plaid Party, has been such a success. Quite a few of
you have come in and made some extras during our "open
fusing" time, and "pick your project" days. Call if you need
us.
Stained Glass Lamp
Window DeLites
Birch Tree
Inking Around
Branch Out
ARTICLE TITLE
Intro to Fusing
Fused Holiday Ornaments
Fused Mood Lamp
Stained Glass Snowflake
Pick Your Project Day
Glass Cutting 101
Understanding Your Kiln
Beginning Stained Glass
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I made these plaid examples to show you just how dynamic O P E N S T U D I O T I M E /
K I L N RE N T AL
a few strips of glass can be! A great way to use up all those
random leftover ends.
Come play with us...........
Sharon and Melissa
Prism GlassWorks, Ltd.
419-897-4100
www.prismglassworks.net
H O LI D AY H O U R S
Our Holiday hours are as follows:
Tues, Dec 23rd 12pm-5pm
Wed-Fri, Dec 24th-26th Closed
Sat, Dec 27th 10am-4pm
Please write these down, as I am going to Florida for a
few days to see my Daughter and Grandson.
Our Open Studio time on
Tues, Wed and Fri has been
a great success! Need to
get some Holiday gifts
made? Call us to schedule
time between 12:30 and 4
and we will do our best to
accommodate you! Pricing
will vary based on the
projects you choose.
Also remember, we rent out
our kilns for those of you
who want to make your
pieces at home. The large
oval is $100. Our smaller
kilns are $35 and $45. Call
to reserve a kiln!
AR M K NI TTI NG WI TH M AG G I E $ 50. 00
Just For Fun!
Come enjoy a relaxing and fun day of arm knitting! Learn to make an
infinity scarf using yarn and your arms! No needles! Because you will
want to select your own color schemes, we ask you to pre-purchase 2
skeins of yarn at least 80 yards long each, and a thickness of #5
(bulky) or # 6 (super bulky). Available at any yarn shop, Michaels,
Joannes, Hobby lobby, etc. This will keep you warm.
And bonus: because you may need something shiny to wear with
your creation, after we get you "untied" you may choose from a
selection of dichroic glass to create 3 coordinating dichroic
cabochons. Glass and Firing provided.
Saturday, January 31st @ 11:00
Limit 8 students
E DG Y S T AR $ 6 5 Cr os s or Tre e
Just for Fun, Minimal glass cutting, mosa ic nippers used.
This is another one of those Edge projects, similar
to the tree or cross. This one is an 8" diameter
project that shines like a bright star! The project
takes a couple hours to build, and we provide all
the glass and firing. It could be mounted on a
mirror, wire wrapped, or we can mount a
permanent "stand off" bracket for $16.00
extra. This one is really "hot". Stop in to check it
out!
Edgy crosses or trees could also be made during
this class. When you call to sign up, please let us
know which project you want to make.
Saturday, December 6th @ 11:00
Saturday, January 24th @ 11:00
O F CO AR S E YO U C AN ! $ 7 5. 0 0
Just For Fun!
Everyone wants to make something big and shiny! Well here is your
chance to create dynamic art on a large fused project that requires no
experience! In this 2 hour workshop you will use Coarse Frit (glass
chips) to create a simple design using our wide selection of patterns.
We will do all the hard cutting, and will include the kiln firing and all
glass! You do the artwork! Stands not included.
Thursday, January 8th @ 6:00
S T AI N E D G L AS S LAM P $1 90. 00
Intermediate - Requires Homew ork
In this two week class you will use a readymade lampshade frame to make a panel
for a lamp. The photo is showing the
versatility of this four sided framing
system. We have done stained, fused,
and mosaic projects to complete the
panels.
The distance from the table to the bottom
of the frame is 16". The height of the
shade is 7". The total width of one panel is
15". A perfect size for a table.
In your class you will use your stained
glass copper foil skills to make one of the
sides. Our instruction will include showing
you how the framing system works, helping
you set up a lamp panel jig, and providing
you with sample designs. If you are
interested in creating your own design,
stop in a week or so before class so we
can give you a template.
Class includes the lamp base and shade system, consumables like foil, solder, and patina,
and instruction needed to complete one panel. You will need to purchase your glass prior
to the beginning of the class. Once you know the process, you will be able to finish at
home, or you can rent shop time and work on it here. ($12.50 hr)
Thursday, December 11th & 18th @ 6:00 - Only One Spot Left!
WINDOW DELITES! $45.00 (extras for $35)
Just for Fun
These 3" x 12" window ornaments will "de-lite" you all year
long. We made an example for each season, but you may do
whatever style you want. Instruction, clear base glass, use of
our class bin glass, and firing included. If you have time and
want to make more than one, each extra is $35.00. Glass
cutting skills desirable but not required. Pre-cuts available for
purchase!
It's getting close to the Holidays, and these make great gifts.
Tuesday, January 13th @ 6:00
B I R C H TR EE, FU SE D P AN E L $8 5. 0 0
Just for Fun
Create a 8 x 12" birch tree scene on a dark
background and watch the magic happen. You can
choose the season just by switching up the colors of
the falling leaves. You will learn a couple
techniques for coloring the trunks and the
background to acquire the illusion of depth. These
panels are not quite full fused so as to keep
their texture! They may be displayed on a table or
plate stand. This project is so cool that some people
are doing it more than once!
All materials and one firing included. We will have
fun!
Tuesday, January 27th @ 6:00
I NKI NG AR O UN D - F U N WI TH AL C O HO L I N KS $5 5. 0 0
Just For Fun!
In this "Just for Fun" class, you'll learn how
to use alcohol inks in a variety of different
ways. Make great backgrounds for photos,
create your own paper, make decorative
tiles, even incorporate it into your glass
projects. You will walk away with several
examples of this beautiful art and will have
the knowledge to continue creating your
own artwork at home. Melissa has spent
many hours testing, learning, testing,
and learning, so she can point you in the
right direction on your Ink journey. She
shares the tricks, and the No No's to help
you be successful without spending a huge amount of money! We will have frames and
display items for purchase if you wish to show off your work!
Tuesday, January 6th @ 6:00
B R AN C H O U T - TRE E O F PI E CE S $ 75. 0 0
Just For Fun!
Grow your skills creating this beautiful
fused tree from all those mini pieces of
fusible glass that we have at the bottom of
our class bin. We will provide all the
materials, give you some sample patterns,
and guide you thru the process. We will
fire your 10 " round project. Stand not
included.
Tuesday, January 20th @ 6:00
P L AI D P AR TY $ 55. 0 0
Intermediate - Cutting Skills Required
Because you asked for it!
We've come up with a mini class to introduce you to the plaid
technique. The plaid effects that were created when Melissa did all her
color studies attracted so much attention that we have developed a 6"
version that will teach you the technique!
We will provide instruction, one firing, clear glass, and a rainbow of
colors for your first experience. These babies really glow, stop in to
take a peek! Since we are doing the technical part of the fusing process, you can join us if
you have never fused. All materials and flat firing included. We can slump it into a bowl
for you for $15.00 extra.
Saturday, January 3rd @ 11:00
I N TRO D U C TI O N TO F U SI NG - FU S ED P E ND AN T $ 9 5. 00
Beginner
This is one our most popular beginning
classes! Formal instruction and all materials
are included in this professional introduction to
glass fusing.! We open with a 45 minute
lecture with "show and tell" about the basic
concepts of glass fusion theory. Then, you will
create 10 glass cabochons that you may make
into pendants or magnets. Prism will fire your
pieces and they will be available for pick up a
few days later. Basic bails are included. No
experience required. Glass Cutting 101 is
recommended, but not required. (Private party
arrangements and accommodations for larger
groups)
Thursday, December 4th @ 6:00
Saturday, January 10th @ 1:30
F U SE D HO LI D AY O RN AM E N TS $9 5. 0 0
Intermediate
Create ornaments for your Holiday events.
Firing and materials are included. Use frit,
scraps, dots, and your creativity to make
some beautiful decorations and/or gifts.
You may create as many as can fit on our
black tray, up to 8 ornaments. Create
turkeys, trees, pumpkins, leaves,
diamonds, balls, snowmen, santas, and
more! Previous fusing and basic cutting
skills are required to register.
Tuesday, December 16th @ 6:00
F U SE D MO O D L AMP $ 85 pl us gl a ss ba se
Intermediate
Create a 12" x 8" fused panel that will be
slumped into a curve on our large mood
lamp mold. This free-standing project is
usually lit with a small fan lamp base, but a
few candles work perfectly. We have 4
completed seasonal samples on display,
and can't wait to see what you come up
with! Cutting and fusing experience
required. Class Fee includes both firings,
instruction, and some of our class bin glass
for your designing pleasure. Stop in a little
early to select and purchase your base
glass. Cutting skills required.
Tuesday, December 9th @ 6:00
S T AI N E D G L AS S SN O WF L AK E $ 75. 0 0
Intermediate
Create a stained glass snowflake using
bevels and colorful glass
nuggets. Enhance your stained glass
skills by learning how to finish raw edges
and using decorative foil. Enjoy the
experience of creating this 8" sun
catcher just before the holidays. All
materials and instruction included. This
project has a lot of wow factor!
Saturday, December 20th @ 11:00
P I C K YO U R P RO JE C T D AY
Price Varies
For those of you who have taken a class with us and need to make more, we've set aside
a day for you. We will have tables set up for the following projects: Window DeLites, Of
Coarse You Can, Birch Trees, Branch Out, Fused Pendants, Fused Ornaments, Spacing
Out, Faux Woven Bowl, Edgy Cross, Tree or Star. Pricing will vary depending on the
project. Call to reserve your spot. Let us know what project you want to build.
Saturday, December 13th from 11 until 3
G L AS S C U TTI NG 10 1 $ 45
Beginner
This is where it all starts! Glass cutting is the
basic skill that is required for most glass
media projects. During this skills class you will
learn the theory of glass cutting including
tools, safety, pattern cutting, and grinding.
Whether you are doing stained glass,
mosaics, or plan on fusing, classes are geared
towards the needs of the students. By the end,
you will have cut straight pieces, circles, and
everything in between. You will have use of
our tools during class. No experience
necessary.
Thursday, January 15th @ 5:00
Saturday, January 17th @ 11:00
Friday, January 23rd @ 12:30
U N D ER S T AN D I NG YO U R KI L N $ 45. 00
Lecture!
This seminar is great for anyone who owns or
plans on owning a kiln. We will discuss
ordering, setup, testing and running your kiln.
There will be special emphasis on
programming, care, and shelf materials. There
will be a Q & A session to help with individual
needs. It's a great learning experience for all
you "firing newbie's", or a great refresher for
current kiln owners. Session lasts about 2
hours. Reservations required.
Saturday, January 10th @ 10:30
(old photo of Julie opening a new kiln)
B EG I N NI NG S T AI N E D G L AS S $ 17 5. 00
8 X 10 Orientation PROJECT
In this 3 week session you will learn to cut,
foil, grind, solder and frame a stained glass
panel. Although the project is small, it will
work you thru each step of the entire process,
and most students will continue developing
skills in their own home studio. You will
choose from one of 8 patterns for your first
experience. We will provide all the tools,
instruction, and clear glass you need to
complete your first project. You may
purchase colors separately. Choose a pattern
and your glass prior to the class. $25 deposit
to secure your space. Four Students,
Three weekly sessions. Aprox 3.5 hrs per
session.
Be prepared to commit to three consecutive weeks.
Thursday, January 15th, 22nd and 29th @ 5:00pm
Friday, January 23rd, 30th and February 6th @ 12:30pm
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