10:00 - 16:00

This workshop will offer you the opportunity to experiment with glass fusing techniques and make a number of glass sculptures to feature in your garden. There are many possibilities from abstract garden structures to flowers, birds or wind chimes. Whether you are new to glass or have experience of fusing there will be lots to inspire you and ideas to share.

We will plan and cut our glass according to our design and assemble it ready for firing in a Glass Kiln. Once fired it will be returned to Micklems Farm for collection. At home you can assemble your glass piece to metal structures or stakes or suspend it from trees or structures. Suitable glues and assemblage techniques will be discussed during this workshop.   Some metal structures and stakes will be available for sale. You may also bring your own materials e.g. driftwood, willow etc. and we can discuss its suitability and use. 

Skills and techniques that will be taught in the course:

• Glass cutting techniques

• Creating colour and texture

• Group discussion to extend ideas

• Fusing and slumping techniques

• Pattern design and symmetry

• Display solutions

• Discussion of suitable glue and assemblage

Materials are not included in your course fee.

1.    All glass materials will be provided by the tutor. The approximate cost of these will be £35-£45 per piece depending on the size and firing needs. This is payable to the tutor during the course. The price includes Kiln Firing.

2.    Metal stakes and structures are available at an additional cost. If you wish to order one please let Micklems Farm or the tutor know. You are welcome to supply your own. Bring it with you to the class to help with the size and design of the glass. 

You can pay by either cash or card - Preferably card. Your Projects will be taken away for firing in a kiln and will be returned to Micklems Farm for you to collect after the course. Due to the nature of the pieces collection will be advisable.

What to bring:

• A sketchbook/notebook and pen

• A dust mask

• An apron

• Wear closed-toe shoes

• Suitable images, designs and photos of flowers and nature for ideas

• Ideas of glass fused garden art

• A packed lunch

 Included on the day:

• Any other materials not specified for the students to bring

• Expert tuition

• 1 to 1 guidance

• Detailed demonstrations

• A selection of tea, freshly brewed coffee, biscuits and delicious cakes. If you have any specific dietary requirements or allergies, please feel free to bring along your own provisions/milk alternatives etc

And of course you take your wonderful creations from the day. If you share any photographs of your day here and/or your finished work, we’d love to see them so please tag us @micklemsfarmcreativeworkshops or use the hashtag #micklemsfarmcreativeworkshops.

Terms - Fee is payable on booking. If, having booked, you can no longer attend, we are unable to offer a refund or transfer you to another workshop. However, you may nominate someone else to attend the workshop or class in your place by notifying us using the contact page on the Micklems Farm website. We reserve the right to cancel a workshop up to 48 hours prior to the workshop date. We will only cancel due to insufficient places sold and you will be refunded the full amount paid.

Level: Beginners and up

Number of students: 10