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Ruth Mullan Stained Glass Workshops

Stained Glass and Copper Foil workshops for beginners and lovers of Art
Ruth Mullan

Ruth Mullan Stained Glass Artist running workshops in Sussex and Brighton.

One Day Stained Glass Workshop

These workshops are suitable for all beginners; who want to learn stained glass leading in a friendly manner. Learn how to lead stained glass panels / windows, in the company of a small relaxed group and for some time-out in the homely, informal setting of Ruth Mullan's artist studio.

A one day workshop covers, introduction to stained glass, introduction to Medium, Materials, Glass cutting, Glass Leading and Cementing.

Courses times are 10am - 4pm

What's included in the price

From a very basic introduction to professional stained glass, techniques are covered within the workshop. The beginners will learn the essential stained glass skills: Including, design, glass cutting, leading, soldering and cementing if time permits.

All equipment and a generous abundance of materials provided to use during the course.
You will be provided with a selection of pre-glass designs and pieces for you to select that consist of small pieces (about 6-7 pieces) to work from.

You will be able to finish your project within 6 hours during a one day workshop and will be able to take your panel with you.

Two Day Stained Glass Workshop

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This two day workshop is suitable for all beginners and those who want to learn stained glass leading in a friendly manner. Learn how to lead stained glass panel /window, in the company of a small relaxed and homely, informal setting of Ruth Mullan's art studio.

This beginner two day workshop covers, introduction, design for stained glass, introduction to medium, materials, glass cutting, glass leading and cementing.

The panel size allowance is larger than the one day course. This two day course allowance is 35cm x 35cm and no bigger than A3 size (30cm x 42cm).

You will be able to finish your project within 12 hours total during the two day workshop and will be able to take your panel home with you.

Course times are 10am - 4pm both days

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One Day Copper Foil Workshop

This workshop includes basic instruction on how to design and structure your piece, create a pattern and template, cut glass, use a diamond grinder, apply and burnish copper foil, assemble and solder the pieces together and add a hook to properly hang your completed piece.

You may bring your own design for a suncatcher or I will help you choose from existing templates or create your own based on your skill level and the sake of time and stability of your piece.

Course times are 10am - 4pm

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Garden Stained Glass panel workshop

Make yourself a unique & fabulous garden panel using strips of coloured glass. On the day you shall be shown the basics on how to cut glass accurately into strips, setting these colourful strips into lead, to make yourself a unique & colourful glassy panel.

There’s always plenty of glass colours and textures to choose from to fit any colour schemes.

Maximum of 3 people on classes ensures lots of help is at hand.

Course times are 10am - 4pm

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Bespoke Workshop

*Bespoke course. If you are interested to go further on a particular aspect of the craft for example, glass painting or drawing or your own glass stained panel project, then a tailor made course can be provided to assist your own needs.

A full consultation will be required to confirm the aim and goals of your course requirements and for me to fully understand what you would like to gain from your bespoke course and current skill level you hold. This will include the course materials, glass, leading and teaching time required for you to finish your project.

Separate costings and a bespoke course program can be requested and designed to meet your individual needs.

No previous experience is necessary.
This bespoke course is designed for you to learn and create your own project.
Costing vary depending on your project.
Course day times are 10am - 4pm

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Christmas Copper Foil Workshops

This is a really lovely morning of creating. I only hold half days towards Christmas. I am very generous with materials as always and happy for you to make as much as you can in the time. I always have a lot of patterns available.

My copper foiling morning is great fun. We make Angles, Christmas trees and small doves. I have plenty of ideas and drawings here to choose from and no experience is necessary. Everyone takes something home.

If you wanting a special half day towards Christmas, just drop me a request.

Course times are 9am - 1pm

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Stained Glass workshops and copper foil courses in Sussex with Ruth Mullan

Here you can request a date that works for you and I will do my best to fit in with your schedule

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Terms and Conditions

All materials and tools are included in the cost. Gloves and goggles and apron are provided.

Tea and coffee are provided at any time during the day.
One day course. Pre-glass designs and pieces for you to select that consist of small pieces (about 6-7 pieces) to work from.
Two day course. Allowance is 35cm x 35cm and no bigger than A3 size (30cm x 42cm).
Please bring a packed lunch.