Dear Sharon, IN THIS ISSUE Oooooo....Baby it's cold out there! Slide into Prism to check out all the new ideas! We have been very busy revising our class schedule and adding some more "Just for Fun" Workshops. In the past most of our classes were geared to students that wanted to learn new skills or techniques, and they required that you have basic glass cutting skills, and/or fusing experience. Faux Woven Basket class Our "Just for Fun" Workshop classification will be designed for people that have no experience at all, yet want to have fun creating something cool. As an example, Our Micro Mosaic Pendant workshop has been such a hit. It has been full with a "wait list" each time we offered it! Fused Pendant, Fusing Intro In February we will be offering a workshop called "Of Coarse You Can" You choose from a 10" circle or 10" square palette of clear glass and use Coarse Frit ( transparent colored chips of glass) to create your image. Your project will capture the sunlight before spring arrives and amaze you! Bring your friends and family!! This project includes all the glass and firing! Reservations required. Stand not included. Of Coarse You Can! Frequent Fusers Understanding your Kiln Fused Funky Clock Faux Wine Bottle Server Micro Mosaic Pendants Glass Cutting 101 Fused Spoon Rest Fused Picture Frame Sharon and Staff 419-897-4100 www.prismglassworks.net F a u x wo ve n b a s k e t c l a s s , $ 7 5 p l u s g l a s s 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 basket weave 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). Tues Jan 29th @ 6pm F r e q u e n t Fu s e r s , p r i c e $ 6 a n d u p ( b a s e d o n s i ze ) Treat yourself to some time at the glass shop! 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. Please call to reserve a time! Thursday Jan 31, 6-8pm Thursday Feb 14th, 12-7:30 Open Fusing because you love yourself! U n d e r s t a n d i n g yo u r k i l n . $ 4 5 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 Jan 5th 2-4pm Saturday Feb 16th @ 1:30 F U S E D FU NK Y C L O CK $ 8 5 p l u s g l a s s Create a fun and funky fused clock. You will learn about fusing, drilling, clock assembly, and other techniques. Clock works, fusing, and instruction will be included. Purchase glass prior to class. Pre-requisites: Fused Glass Pendants class and basic cutting skills. Note: the projects in the kiln photo here are student work! Saturday Jan 12 @12:30 F A UX W I NE B O T T L E S E RV E R & TO P P E R $70 + BASE GLASS During this class you will design and create a FAUX "wine bottle" made of System 96 fusible glass and a coordinating bottle topper. This class is even better than slumping wine bottles because it offers so many more design possibilities. Prism will provide both firings, use of our mold, design elements, and instruction. Students are responsible for the purchase of the base glass. This versatile dish has a handle and a cavity that measures 4x8. Perfect for hors'dourves. Previous cutting skills required. Sat, Jan 19th @12:30 F u s e d P e n d a n t , I n t r o t o Fu s i n g , $ 9 5 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. Thurs Jan 10th @ 6pm Saturday Jan 26th @ 12:30 Tuesday Feb 5th @ 6pm Thursday Feb 28th @ 6:00 pm Just for Fun.... M i c r o M o s a i c P e n d a n t Cl a s s $ 4 5 . 0 0 In this "Just for Fun" class, we will create two stunning mosaic pendants in our specialty silver pendant trays. You may use charms, photos, scrap dichro, paper, and metal findings to create your personalized artwork. We have all the materials you need, but if you have a special charm or image the size of a postage stamp, bring it and we will see if we can incorporate it in your artwork! Our photo can't do these justice so stop in and check them out. Saturday Jan 5th @10:30 Thursday Jan 24th @ 6pm Saturday Feb 9th, 1:00 Glass Cutting 101 $45 This is where it all starts! Glass cutting is the basic skill that is required for most glass media projects. During this class you will learn the basics 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. No experience necessary. Tuesday Jan 15th @ 6pm Saturday Feb 9th @ 10:30 J u s t f or Fu n O F CO AR S E Y O U C AN ! $ 7 5 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! Sat Feb 16th@ 10 :30 Just for Fun F U S E D S P O O N RE S T $ 5 5 ( a d d i t i o n a l f o r 3 0 . 0 0 ) This decorative fused spoon rest will make a fabulous addition to any kitchen. We will pre cut the white base glass for you and you may decorate with frit, precuts, and other decorative elements. This class will be a fun time, spent being creative and making friends. All materials and both firings included. Thurs Feb 21st @ 6:00 J u s t For F u n Do n 't f o r g e t V a l e n t i n e s Da y ! F U S E D P I C TU RE F R AM E $ 4 0 , a d di t i o na l $ 3 5 Make a cute picture frame for any occasion. We will provide precuts, scraps, dots, and other design elements to decorate your 5 x 7" fused glass picture frame. Backing is included and will be attached for you. We will have the white glass bases cut for you as your palette to work on. Our demo will take only 10 minutes, and you will then do the artwork! We will fire your projects and you can pick them up a week later! Thursday Feb 7th@ 6:00 System 96 Scrap bags. Bullseye 90 Scrap Bags. All Rack Pack Stained Glass Scrap. 15% off Offer Expires: January 30 While supplies last.