Stained Glass • Fusing • Mosaics • Classes |
Where:
Delphi's Lansing Creativity Center
When:
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Have you already taken a glassblowing class and want to try something a little more advanced? Ornaments 2 class is just the class to develop your glassblowing skills while learning some new techniques.
Having taken a prior glassblowing ornament class is recommended but not required.
You will create your own unique glass ornament in this traditional glass blowing class. Students will get more glassblowing skills while creating an ornament. Students will learn new techniques along with using additional glass accessories like millefiori and stringers. Students will be taught about safety, working with glass blowing equipment and tools, while working with Delphi's "Double Dragon" furnace. Individuals will work directly with Delphi instructors and can participate as much as they feel comfortable. Students will complete one ornament during class. Length of class is an appoximate and depends on the number of participants in class.
Ornaments need to be annealled (cooled down slowly) in a kiln and will be available the following day.
Ornaments can be shipped for a small fee.
Please do NOT wear open toed shoes or sandals.
Long pants are recommended but not mandatory.
Natural fiber clothes are best, cotton, linen, etc. Long sleeved crew neck cotton shirts are recommended.
Long hair should be tied back.
Safety glasses must be worn, glasses will be provided.
Students are advised to bring water, cold bottled water will be provided.