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 Kona Stained Glass started offering lessons and workshops in November 2006. The following is our schedule for the Spring 2008. To give access to all, in addition to lessons, we will be offering drop in studio space and project storage space. 

Call for Registration:     604 877-1332 or toll free 1- 866-759-1124

Introduction to Stained Glass  - Instructor Norma Jean McCallan

Description: This is a gruelling 7 week course that instructs you both on the lead wrapping method and copper foil technique. Though the course is no "walk in the park", rest assured that upon completion you will be able to continue on your own with either method.                                                                                

Lead Wrapping - In this method glass is cut and ground to shape using glass cutters, specialized tools and glass grinders. Each piece of glass is then wrapped by thin strips of lead which has a channel on both edges. Zinc is placed around the outer edges and the project is then soldered together at the joints with a soldering gun. Cement is added to the gaps between the glass and lead. Moisture is removed from the cement. Chemicals can be added to change the color of the lead.Your final piece is solid, secure and weather resistant.                                                             

The First Project - A leaded panel about 12" x 16". It consists of 44 individual pieces, 24 which you cut and shape yourself plus 20 bevelled glass pieces that are already cut to size.

Copper Foiling - With this art glass technique glass is cut and shaped to an exact size using glass cutters, specialized tools and glass grinders. Pieces are then cleaned and  an adhesive backed copper foil tape is evenly wrapped around the edge of each piece. The pieces are then then laid flat and arranged to pattern size. Solder is then applied with a soldering gun to all joints and all exposed edges, front and back. Chemicals can be applied to the solder lines changing the silver color to black or copper. The level of detail that can be achieved with this copper foiled method is incredible. 

 The Second Project - An 8" x 12" Copper Foil panel. It consists of 21 pieces all of which you cut and shape yourself. Students will learn how to cut glass,  fabricate, solder, cement and patina. There will be discussions on design and colour choice. There will also be an introduction to reinforcing techniques.

Introduction to Stained Glass Classes- All classes include glass, use of tools, solder, lead, etc, etc, etc. Just bring yourself. All prices include GST.

Starts: Friday Afternoons. April 18 to May 30th. 7 weeks. 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm Cost: $185

Intermediate Stained Glass Classes - Do you have a project that you've always wanted to tackle but were afraid it was to ambitious? If yes, then this is the course for you. On the first night students will work on their own design or design a piece of work with Norma Jean. For the following three class sessions you'll spend the time cutting, grinding, constructing and voila you're done. Well maybe not. Depending on the complexity of the piece you may have to finish at home or for a very small fee, store it here and work on it until it's completed. During all four sessions Norma Jean will be there to assist, guide and help. For this class no material supplies are included. Of course you have a full range of tools to work with at no additional charge. Come be creative! All prices include GST.

Starts: Sunday Afternoons. Four sessions: April 20, 27, May 4 and 18. No class on Mothers day May 11th. 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm Cost: $158.

Starts: Sunday Afternoons. Four sessions: May 25, June 1, 8 and 15. 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm Cost: $158

Just Copper Foil or Just Lead Wrapping Classes - We've had a lot of requests for individual classes pretaining to Just Copper Foil or Just Lead Wrapping. Hey, we're here to please!

Lead Wrapping - In this method glass is cut and ground to shape using glass cutters, specialized tools and glass grinders. Each piece of glass is then wrapped by thin strips of lead which has a channel on both edges. Zinc is placed around the outer edges and the project is then soldered together at the joints with a soldering gun. Cement is added to the gaps between the glass and lead. Moisture is removed from the cement. Chemicals can be added to change the color of the lead.Your final piece is solid, secure and weather resistant.  

Just Lead Wrapping - 4 sessions. Thursday nights. 6:30 to 9:30pm - May 8, 15, 22 and 29. Cost: $130.

Just Lead Wrapping - 4 sessions. Thursday nights. 6:30 to 9:30pm  - June 5, 12, 19 and 26. Cost: $130.

Copper Foiling - With this art glass technique glass is cut and shaped to an exact size using glass cutters, specialized tools and glass grinders. Pieces are then cleaned and  an adhesive backed copper foil tape is evenly wrapped around the edge of each piece. The pieces are then then laid flat and arranged to pattern size. Solder is then applied with a soldering gun to all joints and all exposed edges, front and back. Chemicals can be applied to the solder lines changing the silver color to black or copper. The level of detail that can be achieved with this copper foiled method is incredible.

Just Copper Foil - 3 sessions. Tuesday nights. 6:30 to 9:30pm  - April 15, 22, and 29. Cost: $105.