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September and October News and Classes
September 2012
Dear Sharon,
IN THIS ISSUE
It's September Already? Wow! I bet you can't wait to get back to
glassing around! We have a load of glass coming in this week, so it will
be a bit messy around here. We are preparing for all the stained and
fused glass projects that you have in mind. Don't forget that it is time to
start thinking of all those cute Holiday projects. We have added an
ornament class this month. Also for all of you thinking about kilns, now is
the time......don't wait for the snow!
Birds of a Feather
We are going to do a couple of fun Micro Mosaic
Pendant sessions on Saturday Oct 27th. We will set up
the tables for a "JUST for FUN" pendant class using
dichroic scraps, mini metal stampings, paper, and other
glass items that we will embed in specialty pendant bails. I had so much
fun learning this technique while I was in Seattle. If you can handle
scissors and tweezers, this class is for you. All materials provided for
two pendants. $40. No experience necessary! Two separate sessions
on one day. Your choice:
Saturday Oct 27th, at 10:30
Saturday Oct 27th at 1:30
Faux Woven Basket class
Sharon and Staff
Prism GlassWorks, Ltd.
Faux Mosaic Dish
Frequent Fusers
Glass Cutting
Understanding your Kiln
Fused Pendant, Fusing Intro
Fused Spoon Rest
Decal Daze
Glass on Glass Mosaic
Whimsical Groutless Mosaic
419-897-4100
www.prismglassworks.net
Birds of a Feather....3 bi rds for $65
We know how all you birds like to flock to Prism
for Fun Fusing Events. Enjoy a couple hours
making these abstract, "stand up" birds with your
fellow fusing addicts. We will provide all the
materials, instruction and firing. All you have to do
is design the personalities, cut, assemble, and
pick up a few days later! Set them on a table, or
plant them in a flower pot!
Thursday September 20th, 6 pm
Tues October 9th, 6 pm
Faux Mos aic Dis h
$75
Using mosaic design techniques you will create an 8"
square dish. Use frits and powders to create the "grout
lines". Expand your glass horizons with this process that is
perfect for the puzzle enthusiast. Learn great ways to use up
your fusible scrap. Price includes the clear base glass, scrap
glass to create your design,and white or black border. Both
firings included.
Saturday Oct 6th, 11:00
Frequent Fusers, price $6 and up (based on si ze)
Now is the time to make those handy gifts!
The next step to your fusing addiction: this open studio time
is for individuals who desire to make fused pendants after
they have taken our introductory class - Fused Glass
Pendants. Come and join your fellow fusers for community
and fun. It's also a great place to fuel your creativity - even
if you do have a home studio. System 96 precut squares,
rectangles, and scrap will be provided, as well as, noodles,
stringers, and confetti. We ask that fusers make a minimum
of 8 pieces. Bails and dichroic are available for purchase.
Cutting skills are not required, but without them your
options will be limited. If you would like to learn to cut glass,
consider taking Glass Cutting 101. In order to make our services available to those of you that
prefer daytime hours, we have opened this up to give you flexibility in your choice of hours! The
Holidays are almost upon us.
Saturday Sept 8th, All day! 10:30 to 3:30pm
Thursday, Oct 25th, All day! 12:00 to 7:30pm. Please call to reserve a time!
Gl ass Cutting 101 $45
Glass cutting is a basic skill that is a must if you are working
with glass or plan to. During this skills class you will learn the
basics of glass cutting including tools, safety, pattern cutting,
and grinding. Whether you are doing stained glass 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.
Tuesday Oct 16th, 6 pm
Understanding y our ki ln. $45
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 1 1/2 hours.
Saturday Sept 8th at 1:30
Fused Pendant, Intro to Fusing, $95
This is one of our most popular beginning classes!
It is a professional introduction to fusing. Class
sizes range from 3-6 students and all the
instruction and materials are included! First, we
cover glass fusion theory. Then, you will create 10
glass cabochons that you will make into pendants.
Other topics of discussion include: firing theory,
assembly, and proper bail attachment. 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. (Arrangements for larger groups of
10 available). This is the first step in your fusing experience.
Tuesday Sept 25th, 6 pm
Thursday October 11th, 6 pm
Saturday October 20th, 12:30
Faux woven bask et cl ass , $70 pl us gl ass
This is the WOW class of the year.
This 11" square basket would look great on any table,
and is fairly easy to build. You just need to select two
complimentary colors, cut your strips and assemble! The
spaces in between are empty and create a basketweave
effect. We have other samples in other colors in the
studio for your viewing pleasure. This class always fills
very quickly, so don't hesitate! Most people purchase 2
sheets of fusing glass. ($30-45 approx).
Thursday Sept 6, @ 6:00 pm
Thursday Oct 18th, @ 6 pm
Fused Spoon Rest, $55 each, pl us gl ass
These fused 11" spoon rests will make a fabulous addition to
any kitchen. Choose the glass to match your décor before
class. We also have a variety of precut fusible pieces as a
design option. You may decorate with frit, precuts, and other
decorative elements. This class will be a fun time, spent
being creative and making friends.
Tuesday September 11th, @ 6 pm
Decal Da ze, $70
Add creativity to your pendants by using decals and
manufacturing your own dynamic background glass. It's
easier than you think. We will teach a Glassline painting
technique and show you how to properly apply and fire
decals. You will make 4 dynamic pendants while learning
about paint, decals, contrast, and color mixing!
Thursday Sept 13th, 6 pm
Gl ass on Gl ass Mos aic , $95
During this class you will make a 10" x 12" glass on glass
mosaic project. Choose from our patterns or design your
own. This project teaches the direct method of mosaics.
Most materials are provided including the frame. Cutting
skills are recommended but not required. This project
cannot be finished in a few hours, so there will be
homework! *We will schedule the grouting sessions during
class!
Saturday September 15th, 10:30
W hi msic al Groutl ess Mos aic $99
This class is a fun way to change up your mosaic knowledge.
Using specialty mastics you can create a colorful and
interesting mosaic with no grouting! Using embellishments
provided by Prism, you will design and create a beautiful
glass mosaic mirror. We will also have specialty items for
sale during the class and students are encouraged to bring in
their own costume jewelry, beads, crystals and more. Don't
forget aunt Agatha's broach! Not sure if your bauble will
work? - Bring it anyway! This class will be so much fun, you
will be dying to do more!
Photo compliments of Pat Gurko from class.
Saturday, September 22, 10:30
Chri stmas Ornaments $95.00
You will make a tray of fused glass ornaments in this
fun class. Decorate our pre-cut blanks in any style or
color! We will have our usual tray of decorator goodies
available for your designing pleasure.
Use your imagination to add character to stick
snowmen, tree shapes, circles and more.
Previous fusing and cutting experience helpful, but not
required. You may make up to eight pieces,
depending on size and shape.
Saturday Sept 29th, 10:30
Saturday October 13th, 10:30
Glass Line Paints Fall Colors Special: $9.50 each
Includes: Camel, Crimson, Brown, and Red Orange
All Packaged Bevel Clusters, %20 off