The Glass Act of Virginia Beach

CLASSES

Beginning Stained Glass October 28 - December 16, 2008 Tuesday 7 pm - 9 pm 8 weeks
January 13 - March 03 - 2009 Tuesday 7 pm - 9 pm 8 weeks
3-D Flying Series October 4 - October 18, 2008 Saturday 11 am - 1 pm 3 weeks
Flat Panel Lamp October 08 - November 05, 2008 Wednesday 7 - 9 pm 5 weeks
Glass Whirls October 09 - November 06, 2008 Weekend 2 hour sessions 4 weeks
Monster Madness Sale October 25, 2008 Mark Your Calender
Fusing - Wind Chime November 01 - November 08, 2008 Saturday 11 am - 3 pm 2 weeks
Lanterns by Aanraku November 12 - December 19, 2008 Wednesday 7 - 9 pm 5 weeks
Fused Trivet November 15, 2008 Saturday 11 am - 3 pm 1 day
Fused Dichroic Jewelry November 22, 2008 Saturday 11 am - 3 pm 1 day
Hoop Birds December 04, 2008 - December 12, 2008 Saturday 11 am - 1 pm 3 weeks
Glass Bead Making December 6, 2008 Saturday 11 am - 4 pm 1 day

OTHER CLASSES OFFERED

Art Clay Silver - Jewelry Currently Not Scheduled Weekend 2 hour session 1 day
Boxes Currently Not Scheduled Saturday 11 am - 1 pm 3 weeks
Bradley Tiffany Base & Panel Shade Currently Not Scheduled Thursday 7 - 9 pm 10 weeks
Crystal Fanpull / Dec Solder Currently Not Scheduled Saturday 11 am - 2 pm 1 day
Copper Foil Panel Currently Not Scheduled Weeknight 7 pm - 9 pm 8 weeks
Fusing 1 on 1 Currently Not Scheduled Weekend 4 hour session 1 day
Fused Fan Lamp Currently Not Scheduled Wednesday 7 - 9 pm 3 weeks
Fused Lantern Currently Not Scheduled Saturday 11 am - 5 pm 1 day
Glass Kolbens Currently Not Scheduled Saturday 4 hour session 1 day
Intermediate Glass Bead Making Currently Not Scheduled Weekend 4 hour session 1 day
Kaleidoscope Currently Not Scheduled Weekend 11 am - 1 pm 2 weeks
Lead Came Panel Currently Not Scheduled Weekday 7 pm - 9 pm 6 weeks
Lighthouse Kaleidoscope Currently Not Scheduled Weekend 2 hour sessions 4 weeks
Pagoda Lantern Currently Not Scheduled Wednesday 7 - 9 pm 5 weeks
Mosaic Laminating Currently not Scheduled Saturday 11 am - 1 pm 2 weeks
Picture Frame Currently Not Scheduled Saturday 11 am - 1 pm 1 day
Pyramid Paperweight Currently Not Scheduled Saturday 11 am - 1 pm 1 day
Sandblasting Currently Not Scheduled Weekend 3 hour sessions 1 day
Sand Garden Currently Not Scheduled Weekend 2 hour sessions 4 weeks
Stepping Stone - Traditional Currently Not Scheduled Saturday 11 am - 1 pm 3 weeks
Diamond Crete Sundial (Stepping Stone) Currently Not Scheduled Weekend 2 hour sessions 2 weeks
Diamond Crete Stepping Stone Currently Not Scheduled Weekend 2 hour sessions 2 weeks
Soldering Workshop Currently Not Scheduled Saturday 11 am - 2 pm 1 day
Tiffany Lamp - Worden System Currently Not Scheduled Thursday 7 pm - 9 pm 10 weeks
Tiffany Lamp - Wall Sconce Currently Not Scheduled Wednesday 7 pm - 9 pm 10 weeks
Wall Sconce - Bradley Currently Not Scheduled Wednesday 7 - 9 pm 5 weeks
Water Fountain Currently Not Scheduled Saturday 11 am - 1 pm 4 weeks
Window Plating Currently Not Scheduled Weekday 7 pm -9 pm 6 weeks
3-D Butterfly Currently Not Scheduled Weekend 2 hours sessions 3 weeks

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Class Instructor BEGINNING STAINED GLASS

Learn the basics of stained glass using the Copper Foil method. Here you will be taught how to make a lightcatcher and a small panel framed in zinc. This is a meaty class as you will learn glass selection, how to score and break glass, foil, grind, clean, and much more. A fun class that will get you started in the Art of STAINED GLASS! Tool rental program available.

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Bead Class GLASS BEAD MAKING

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Learn how to make beautiful glass beads for necklaces, bracelets, earings, and more! Using a hot head torch, wrapping bead, and other techniques will be shown. Tuition will include the use of all tools and materials necessary.

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Bead Class INTERMEDIATE GLASS BEAD MAKING

Making Beads

Learn some advanced glass bead techniques including racking, adding milliefiori, wing smashing and more! Tuition will include the use of all tools and materials necessary.

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Copper Foil Panel COPPER FOIL PANEL

Here’s a "Next Step" project for the "Beginner's Graduate" or Intermediate Craftsman. Learn how to make a large Copper Foil Panel using internal reinforcement for those larger projects. A free pattern of approximately 4 square feet with 100 - 200 pieces will be provided. There are several patterns to choose from or you can bring your own with prior approval of the instructor.

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Flat Panel Lamp FLAT PANEL LAMP

Learn to make a flat panel lamp shade. Use of a jig to ensure panel uniformity, alternate methods of positioning the panels for soldering, tinning and attaching the vase cap will be taught. Tuition fee includes free pattern book.

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Boxes BOXES

Learn to make attractive hinged jewelry box. Accent your box with brass trinkets, glass jewels, brass feet and decorative soldering. Tuition fee includes free pattern book.

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Glass Fan Pull CRYSTAL FAN PULL & DECORATIVE SOLDERING

Learn how to decorate on a Sworvsky Crystal using very little or no foil AND how to draw the solder into claw feet around jewels to hold in place. Tuition fee includes crystal and ball chain. Jewels and materials additional.

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fusing FUSING 1 ON 1

This is a basic fusing class. In this class you will make several small fused pieces using basic fusing techniques in addition to learning about kiln operation. Tuition fee includes System 96 glass, a selection of frits, stringers & noodles. Glass cutting tools required for class. Length: 4 hour session. Projects made in class will be available for pick up the next business day.

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Dichroic Jewelry Fused Dichroic Jewlery

In this class you will make several small fused pieces using System 96 and Dichroic glass to make a pendant, earings, broach, etc. Tuition includes all materials. Length: 4 hour session.

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Fused Trivet Fused Trivet

In this class you will make a glass 9" square trivet using System 96 glass, frit, stringers or noodles. Tuition includes all materials. Length: 4 hour session. Projects made in class will be available for pick up the following week.

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Fused Fan Lamp Fused Fan Lamp - NEW

Want to make a Fan Lamp? Here's an option for you - Fused Fan Lamp! You get cooler results with no soldering. Tuition fee includes all materials needed to make your project (glass and base). Length: 3 weeks.

Fused Lantern Fused Lantern

A new take to the traditional lantern. It's a 3-sided fused panel lantern with tasteful designs. Tuition includes you choice of several patterns. Glass & material additional. Length: 4 weeks.

GLASS WHIRLS

One of the finest 3D designs around. Learn the process of building a three dimensional project with multiple angles. Some decorative soldering will be shown. Tuition fee includes pattern and brass swivels. Glass and materials additional. involved. Tuition fee includes pattern, brass swivels. Glass and materials additional. Length: 4 weeks

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Hoop Bird HOOP BIRD

In this class you will learn how to balance a stained glass parrot on a hoop. You will also learn how to reinforce the bird with hobby lead "U" came. Tuition fee includes pattern, brass swivel and hobby lead came. Glass and material additional. Length: 3 weeks

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Kaleidoscope KALEIDOSCOPE

Learn to make a magnificent Kaleidoscope for your viewing pleasure. Tuition fee includes a Wand Scope Kit. Glass and material additional. Length: 2 weeks

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KaleidoscopeLH KALEIDOSCOPE LIGHTHOUSE

Learn to make a 3-D Lighthouse Kaleidoscope for your viewing pleasure. One of Dee's original designs. Tuition fee includes Pattern. Glass and material additional. Length: 4 weeks

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Table Lantern Lanterns by Aanraku

A slightly different twist on a traditional table lamp design. In this class you will make a triangular table lantern raised slightly on brass rods and mounted on a wooden base. Tuition includes your choice of several patterns designed by Aanraku.

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Lead Came Panel LEAD CAME PANEL

Learn to make a lead came panel. Internal reinforcement and glazing the panel will also be covered. Tuition includes pattern and glazing compound. Glass and material additional. Length: 6 weeks

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Pagoda Lantern PAGODA LANTERN

Make a lantern with accent pieces tacked soldered to lantern for added dimension and charm. Pattern and wire included in tuition fee. Glass and material additional.

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Mosaic MOSAIC LAMINATING

Learn how to accent Flower Pots, Table Tops, Frames - your choice and great fun. If you know how to cut glass, the designs you can make are endless, and if you don't know how to cut glass, don't feel left out ‘cause there are other wonderful and easy designs you can use to make your treasured piece! A fun and easy class for all. Tuition fee includes glue. Glass and materials additional. Length: 2 weeks

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Picture Frame PICTURE FRAME

Learn how to build a picture frame using straight line bevels and glass nuggets. Some decorative soldering included in class. This project is simple yet elegant. A beautiful way to frame your favorite photo. Tuition fee includes bevels, single strength glass, nuggets, wire for backing. Soldering materials additional.

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Paperweight PYRAMID PAPERWEIGHT

Learn how to build a Sand Pyramid Paperweight using 4" triangle bevels. Some decorative soldering will be shown in this class. Tuition fee includes bevels, sand and shells. Soldering materials additional.

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Sandblasting SANDBLASTING

Learn how to transfer a pattern to resist material, hand-cut and apply the stencil, then sandblast the design into any glass material (stained glass, wine glasses, mirrors, coffee mugs, etc.) A total of three projects will be sandblasted in this class. Materials needed to make your own stencil , a free monogram, and your choice of a second pre-cut stencil will be provided. Students will need to bring or purchase the glass or items to be sandblasted along with your design.

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Sand Garden SAND GARDEN

Learn to make a beautiful triangular box sand garden with mirror backing and hinged top. Learn how to use protective methods for your mirror from developing black rot and foil for added dimension. Some decorative soldering will be utilized. Pattern, sand and shells included in tuition fee. Glass and material additional.

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Soldering Workshop SOLDERING WORKSHOP

Learn the properties of different solder mixes and their application. How to draw a smooth rounded well incorporated solder bead. Several decorative soldering techniques as well as foil tricks to help fix cutting and grinding mistakes. Bring a project ready to solder. Tuition fee includes a piece of float glass to practice decorative soldering. Tools/Supplies needed: Foiled project, foiling tools and soldering supplies.

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Stepping Stone STEPPING STONE TRADITIONAL

Make the Garden Stepping Stone of your choice. No foiling OR soldering. You will learn the basic construction using standard concrete and mortar. Tuition fee includes sand topping mix, concrete, contact paper, reinforcement wire, and use of studio molds (reserved at sign-up). Glass and patterns additional. Length: 3 weeks

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Diamondcrete DIAMONDCRETE STEPPING STONE

Make the Garden Stepping Stone of your choice using the NEW DIAMONDCRETE cement. You will be unmolding your stone the same day you pour it. Tuition fee includes studio molds (reserved at sign-up). Glass and materials additional.Length: 2 weeks

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DiamondcreteSD DIAMONDCRETE SUNDIAL STEPPING STONE

Make a Sundial Stepping Stone of your choice using DIAMONDCRETE cement. You will be unmolding your stone the same day you pour it. Tuition fee includes studio molds (reserved at sign-up). Glass and materials additional.Length: 2 weeks

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3-D Butterfly 3-D BUTTERFLY

Learn the art on how to construct a free standing butterfly by using wires for its body and glass for its wings. No lead cast body to build from. Choice of 2 butterfly wings to choose from. Tuition fee includes pattern and wire. Glass and materials additional. Length: 3 weeks

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3-D Butterfly --> 3-D FLYING SERIES

Learn how to construct a 3-D bird or butterfly with wings that flap when the counter-weight is pulled! Tuition fee includes pattern and wire. Glass and materials additional. Length: 3 weeks

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Tiffany Lamp TIFFANY LAMP

Learn to make a beautiful Tiffany Lamp using a Worden full form mold in either the "Dome" or "Cone" shape. Tuition Fee includes studio mold and stand. Glass and material additional. Length: 10 weeks

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Wall Sconce WALL SCONCE

Learn the "Tiffany Style" glasswork on a form but in half the time of a Tiffany Lamp. Tuition Fee includes studio mold. Glass and material additional.

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Water Fountain WATER FOUNTAIN

Make a water fountain using a large terra cotta pot, stained glass, and tubing. Tuition fee includes, terra-cotta pot, tubing, and pump. Glass and other materials sold seperately.

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Window Plating WINDOW PLATING

Learn the "Tiffany Style Window Plating" technique of placing a second piece of glass over a portion of the panel to alter the color or create a special effect. Tuition includes free pattern. Glass and materials sold seperately.

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