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 Kona Stained Glass started offering lessons and workshops in November 2006. The following is our schedule for the Winter of 2011. 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 or Brian Baxter

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 beveled 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.

May 9 to June 20, 2013. Thursday Nights, 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm

7 weeks in total, May 9, 16, 23, 30 June 6, 13 & 20

Instructor: Norma Jean McCallan

Cost: $185 plus tax

Call 604 877-1332 for registration

May 29 to July 10, 2013. Wednesday Nights, 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm

7 weeks in total, May 29 June 5, 12, 19, 29 July 3 & 10.

Instructor: Brain Baxter

Cost: $185 plus tax

Call 604 877-1332 for registration