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Fused Glass Classes with The Glass Bar

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All classes meet at The Glass Bar located at 60 Dedham Ave in Needham, MA
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After School Glass Fusing Session for Ages 10-16
Description: We're going to cover a lot during this session. Our first session will cover basic skills such as cutting,grinding and designing.  Each week we will learn and incorporate new techniques into our designs. Students will be challenged to create amazing fused glass projects such as sun catchers, coasters, plates, bowls, nightlights and more. Great for beginners.  Returning students will continue to advance with new techniques.  

Bowl Draping for Ages 16+
Description: Expand your knowledge of glass fusing while designing your very own fused glass bowl.  Learned techniques include cutting straight lines, curved lines and circles.  You will learn intermediate glass fusing techniques, such as working with cold glass sheets, remnants, and frits.  You will also gain an in depth perspective at kiln working.  Using this knowledge you will brainstorm a design and bring your idea to life.  This project must fire in a kiln and will be ready for pick up at a later date.

6 Week Glass Fusing Workshop for Ages 16+fusing frenzy
Description:  Our first session will cover basic skills such as cutting and grinding.  Throughout the weeks we will discuss more complex techniques.  Each week we will learn and incorporate new techniques as you create many pieces that you will cherish forever.  Returning students will be challenged to expand their knowledge. This is your opportunity to grow and define your skill set. No experience Necessary.
Materials not included and will be billed based on usage.  Projects must be fired in a kiln and will be available for pickup at a later date.

Seasonal Glass Fusing for Ages 16+twinkling tree
Description: Join us for this special seasonal class to create a festive creation.  Students will learn the basics of glass fusing including glass cutting, grinding, and designing of 2-dimensional pieces.  We'll have fun experimenting with different shapes, textures and mediums of glass to inspire our creations.  Following the seasonal theme is optional.  Each participant has creative liberties to design a 4x4 piece of glass which can be used as a sun catcher, coaster or nightlight.
Sept-Nov: Fall Foliage, December-February: Twinkling Trees, Mar-May: Spring Flowers, Jun-Aug: Summer Wave   Pieces will be ready for pick up after firing (approximately 2 weeks).

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