BBM1: Glass Bead Making – Beginners

Glass Bead Making – Beginners

Tutor: Vicki Beldan

Day 1: Introduction to lampworking tools and equipment; safety requirements, use of hothead torch as well as instruction on how to make your own glass beads. You will have time to practice this new skill with various bead shapes.

Day 2: Learn to pull glass stringers; how to apply dots and other simple decorative techniques while getting creative with colour.

Numbers: Minimum 3, Maximum 5

Prerequisite: No experience necessary. Suitable for students who have never tried torching or those with minimal glass bead making experience.