Courses

If you’ve never worked with glass before and want to start from the very basics, then this is the course for you. We’ll show you the primary techniques involved in cutting, shaping and assembling glass, use of inclusions, how the kiln is programmed and also take a look at slumping.

You’ll be creating your own designs, and we’ll make time for looking at our rich resource of glass books and enjoy drinks and snacks throughout.

Experience: None required

What you’ll need: A sturdy pair of shoes (nothing open-toed)

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated

Cant’ make the dates above? We’re pretty flexible and may be able to create a date that works for you. Just email us or call Jen on 07950 004452

Cost: £190

Led by Kat Walton, this traditional course will enable you to design and make your own stained glass panel. By covering the different glass cutting techniques and then guiding you through the leading process to construct your panel, the course will culminate in the soldering of the lead to complete your piece.

A fantastic two-day course that is suitable for both beginners and those with some experience.

Experience: None required

What you’ll need: A sturdy pair of shoes (nothing open-toed)

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated

Cant’ make the dates above? We’re pretty flexible and may be able to create a date that works for you. Just email us or call Jen on 07950 004452

Cost: £355

In this magically festive two hour course (2pm to 4pm) you’ll design and make a fused glass winter scene with encased metal elements that is self standing and looks truly wonderful with a candle behind. With a huge array of different shaped metal cutters at your disposal you’ll be able to create your own bespoke piece to treasure at home through the festive season, or perhaps present as a gift!

When does the course start and finish? This course runs from 2pm until 4pm

Cost: £70

Current available dates: shown above

No previous experience is needed!  This is all about getting into the Christmas spirit – our studio looks, smells and sounds of all things Christmas, guaranteeing you a wonderful day of festive fun, laughter and creativity.

The fabulous Kat Walton will lead you in making stunning Christmas decorations that you will want to keep up all year round! Using our pre-cut glass shapes you can create up to three Christmas decorations with your own personalised colours and finishes. 

Mince pies and spiced biscuits will be in plentiful supply!

When does the course start and finish? This course runs from 2.30pm until 5.30pm

Cost: £75

On this uplifting summer course you will create 4 sides to your lantern using a combination of fusing techniques and/or screen printing. Any design you think of is possible,  come prepared with imagery or with an open mind and we can inspire you on the day, sourcing imagery from our extensive library. Think mid summer nights dream when making your own beautiful bespoke lantern on this magical course! Every year from spring to Autumn you can impress your family and friends with your beautiful creation. The lantern frame is very well made and stands an impressive 29cm tall, complete with the hanging handle.  

When does the course start and finish? This course runs from 10am until 3.30pm

Cant’ make the dates above? We’re pretty flexible and may be able to create a date that works for you. Just email us or call Jen on 07950 004452

Cost: £175

In this short course learn to create a beautiful centre piece that will wow your friends and family …as well as yourself! Choose your own rich colour way from our gorgeous range of colours and learn the art of glass lace and lattice. You will be taught to cut glass with ease in the making these wonderful pieces.

Suitable for any level of experience.

When does the course start and finish? This course runs from 1pm until 4pm

Cant’ make the date above? Please register your interest and we can let you know when further dates are added

Cost: £125

Come and try your hand at lampwork bead making on this exciting new course at CSG taught by the extremely knowledgeable and inspiring Gill Hesketh.

You will learn how to safely manipulate molten glass over a gas-powered flame and create creation of beads, teardrops, swizzle stick twists and stringers.

Gill makes for a truly magical course where you will be fully hands-on in the whole process, producing your own beautiful creations . You will be given advice how to simply and safely set up this activity at home so you can continue practicing this engaging process beyond your course.

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated

Cost: £165

Working with a range of decorative fusible glass types, you will develop an understanding of glass fusing which enable you to make stunning jewellery.

You will experiment with colour, shape, bubble pens and other decorative items to create pendants, earrings and cuff links. You will be taught to use dichroic glass which adds a bit of magic dazzle to fused jewellery.

Everything you need to make your finished pieces is included in the course, including the jewellery findings.

When does the course start and finish? This course runs from 1pm until 4pm

Cant’ make the dates above? We’re pretty flexible and may be able to create a date that works for you. Just email us or call Jen on 07950 004452

Cost: £75

Due to the great success of last year’s Wreath making course we have decided to put it on the website to enable more people to book.

Although no glass is in this course it is a wonderfully creative relaxing evening course to get you in the festive spirit and show off your tasteful wreath that greets friends and passers by at your front door.

The course includes essential mincepies, tea, coffee, the willow ring base, tasteful foliage including eucalyptus and rosemary, pheasant feathers, pinecones, ribbon, yew tree branches, cinnamon sticks, lichen twig and much more. Jen and her team will be able to guide you through using the floristry wire to make your bespoke piece. The barn conversion workshop is festively decorated and seasonal music is playing quietly in the background to get you in the mood for the build up to the magic of Christmas!

Mince pies and spiced biscuits will be in plentiful supply!

When does the course start and finish? This course runs from 6pm until 7.45pm

Cost: £38

Enamelling is the art of fusing glass onto metal. Fine grains of powdered glass are applied to glass and fused with high heat in a kiln. After the firing process the colours on the metal remain vibrant and never fade. On this exciting and diverse course you will make your very own enamel decorations that will be keepsakes, or even gifts! The immediacy of this technique allows you to take your decorations away on the day. With our enamelling kilns you can watch the glass cook on to metal and melt the glass in front of your very eyes! A very festive and exciting day that is sure to ignite the creative excitement within you!

On this festive course you can choose to make from:

– A framed winter scene made on a 100mm sq of copper (imagery of your choice and own design with access to our vast archive of patterns)
– Some hanging Christmas copper shapes, hand decorated and fired in the kiln by you. (These can be used as charms, earrings, gift tags, festive dog tags, keyring Christmas tree decorations or pendants)
– A festive book mark to use in your favourite Christmas read

When does the course start and finish? This course runs from 1pm until 4pm unless otherwise stated.

Experience: Basic skills and some experience in stained glass

What you’ll need: A sturdy pair of shoes (nothing open-toed)

When does the course start and finish? This course runs from 1.30pm until 4.30pm

Cant’ make the dates above? We’re pretty flexible and may be able to create a date that works for you. Just email us or call Jen on 07950 004452

Cost: £65

With glass evoking a similar characteristics to water, it’s no suprise that the ocean is a very popular subject to depict using fused glass.

On this full day course suitable for both beginners and the more experienced practitioners, you’ll learn and develop core glass fusing skills focusing particularly on how to cut and shape intricate arcs necessary for producing a wave crest composition. You’ll learn how firing cycles and how to produce textured results that will allow for a 3-dimensional and tactile quality to your finished piece.

You’ll also focus on colour, exploring the use of palettes fit for the subject, combining sheet and frit glass to achieve a beautiful oceanic art work.

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 3.00pm unless otherwise stated

Cant’ make the dates above? We’re pretty flexible and may be able to create a date that works for you. Just email us or call Jen on 07950 004452

Cost: £190

We Brits love our animals – whether it be farmyard animals, fish, wildlife or domestic furry friends.

We will help you capture the spirit of your chosen animal in fused glass. Led by vastly experienced glass artist Jennifer Barker, you will be guided in bringing the animals almost to life by creating a sense of movement or stance that evoke the animals character. Feel free to bring images of your own pet or any imagery that appeals to you personally and we will teach you the basic principles of glass fusing, and then give you the opportunity to make your own glass art panel using glass paints, frit and coloured glass.

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated

Cant’ make the dates above? We’re pretty flexible and may be able to create a date that works for you. Just email us or call Jen on 07950 004452

Cost: £190

With the abundance of seed heads, leaves and flora all in season this new course heightens the nature lovers senses.

Foraging helps people reconnect with nature and fusing glass also has therapeutic qualities. The fusion of these two acts has been the catalyst
for this wonderfully satisfying and experimental course.

You will learn the glass fusing technique of Fossil Vitra, learning the key glass fusing skills that will allow you to get the best results and achieve the finest detail within your work.

You will spend a wonderfully relaxing day firstly foraging for natural things such as foliage and feathers mindfully in the nearby hedgerows by the beautiful countryside surroundings after which you’ll be shown how to speed-press and dry your finds which will then be eternally embossed and fused into your glass, creating bowls, coasters or wall art panels.

This is a truly magical course that will leave you relaxed, excited and inspired. No experience necessary but equally as interesting and challenging for the seasoned glass fuser.

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated 

Cost: £175

Come and learn the immediacy and fun art of creating your own mosaic for an outdoor area in any colourway that takes your fancy! A fabulous way to spend a day making something joyous, this is something you will treasure and enjoy whenever you look at it.

You will learn to cut and shape coloured glass and mirror using mosaic cutters, glass cutters a grinder and learn all the tricks of creating the exact composition you desire. At the end of the day you will grout your piece which lifts the jewel-like glass to its best potential.

Please specify when booking the course whether you would like to do a Hare or Dragonfly so we can prepare the silhouette for you in advance.

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated 

Cost: £120

Current available dates: shown above

Using imagery ranging from hand-drawn artwork to images found on the internet or in books as inspiration, you will learn to create artworks using painting techniques, coloured vitreous powders, use of fine line enamels and decorative inclusions.

You will also learn how to use stencilling techniques to create a design that can be sandblasted into the glass surface. We’ll cover the ancient technique of silver staining and use of high-temperature pigment enamels in the design and production of your very own bowl and a series of wall panels!

This course is both intensive and rewarding with wonderful results. It gives you the knowledge and ability to make unique artwork using this amazing medium.

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated 

Cost: £280

Current available dates: Please call us on 07950 004452 for availability

When metal leaf, shim, wire and mesh along with fibres and enamels are encased within two pieces of glass and then subsequently fired at a high temperature, the oxidisation produces some beautiful rich tones and interesting textures.

This course will teach you all you need to know about combining metal and glass and the various effects that are achievable. You’ll also learn about the kiln-firing process, the basics of cutting and shaping glass and to be able to recognise which is the tin side of float glass.

No experience is required for this fascinating process, and you’ll produce your own wall hanging and set of coasters.

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated

Current available dates: Please call us on 07950 004452 for availability

Cost: £165

This absorbing one-day course is suitable for all levels and anyone who has a glass kiln and wants to learn a new fabulous and engaging technique.

The course tutor, glass artist Jane Larkin, has perfected ‘Optics’ beautifully and is willing to share her in-depth knowledge of this area with you.

You will learn how to harness the alchemy of glass as it distorts in shape creating magical ordered patterns and trapping air bubbles precisely where you want them. During the course you will try different techniques and firing schedules alongside other great tips to make you a competent glass artist in optical pattern control.

You can make jewellery, bowls, coasters or wall art using this method.

Cost: £195

Current available dates: Please call us on 07950 004452 for availability

On this fabulous new course we offer you the chance to experiment with the wonderful alchemy of reactive bullseye glass. You will thoroughly understand a plethora of reactive combination that will occur during the firing process. You will create samples to keep and refer to or turn into jewellery if desired. As the day goes on with the help of tuition, handouts and samples you will create your own wow factor reactive piece in whatever combination you desire.
This course is for any level of glass art enthusiast. The magic is in the melt!
For those who are seasoned glass makers -: this course will definitely present you with the opportunity to create new techniques with visually intriguing and impressive results.

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated 

Cost: £175

Enamelling is the art of fusing glass onto metal. Fine grains of powdered glass are applied to glass and fused with high heat in a kiln. After the firing process the colours on the metal remain vibrant and never fade. On this exciting and diverse course you will make your very own enamel decorations that will be keepsakes, or even gifts! The immediacy of this technique allows you to take your decorations away on the day. With our enamelling kilns you can watch the glass cook on to metal and melt the glass in front of your very eyes! A very festive and exciting day that is sure to ignite the creative excitement within you!

On this festive course you can choose to make from:

– A framed winter scene made on a 100mm sq of copper (imagery of your choice and own design with access to our vast archive of patterns)
– Some hanging Christmas copper shapes, hand decorated and fired in the kiln by you. (These can be used as charms, earrings, gift tags, festive dog tags, keyring Christmas tree decorations or pendants)
– A festive book mark to use in your favourite Christmas read

When does the course start and finish? This course runs from 1pm until 4pm unless otherwise stated 

Cost: £65

Through this course you will learn all of the skills required to create your own mosaic panel. You will learn to select and cut the right pieces for your project and then combine them using traditional mosaic techniques.

You will become proficient at cutting glass, using mosaic cutters, grinding the glass and grouting. All before the day is through. This is a fun but messy process so pack an old shirt or apron.

Please feel free to bring an image if you have a particular theme in mind, but don’t worry as we have a vast collection of books and images you can use as a source for inspiration.

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated

Cant’ make the dates above? We’re pretty flexible and may be able to create a date that works for you. Just email us or call Jen on 07950 004452

Cost: £280