Christmas Tea Light Stained Glass Workshop
Participants learn how to create a Christmas-themed sun catcher or tea light using the copper foil technique and a choice of four designs. Under the guidance of stained glass artist Jo Munford, attendees practice selecting and cutting glass, grinding edges, foiling, fluxing, soldering, and finishing their piece. The completed glass artwork can be displayed on a window sill or illuminated with a candle at home.
What to Expect
Craft a festive sun catcher or tea light using copper foil techniques.
Event Details
Duration
10:00am–4:30pm.
Food & Drink
Tuition includes coffee and tea; the Museum café will be open, or you may bring a packed lunch. Let the organisers know about dietary requirements in advance.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Adults interested in a hands-on stained glass craft
Vibe
Festive and creative
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
£££
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: £150 per person, including tuition, coffee and tea. Materials and tools are provided. The Museum café will be open, or participants may bring a packed lunch. – Get tickets
- Hours: 10:00am–4:30pm.
- Accessibility: Participants need good manual dexterity and hand and wrist strength; the morning involves standing, with seating available in the afternoon.
Tips & Advice
- Wear flat, comfortable, closed-in shoes, as you will be standing while learning to cut and grind glass.
- Dress in layers because the workshop takes place in the Gridshell, which can be cool.
- Bring reading glasses if you need them for close work on your stained glass piece.
- Consider whether you have the required hand and wrist strength and manual dexterity before booking.
- All materials and tools are provided, so you do not need to bring your own workshop equipment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this workshop suitable for?
It suits beginners and people looking to refresh their stained-glass skills; good manual dexterity and hand and wrist strength are required.
What will I make and learn?
Choose from four designs for a Christmas sun catcher or tea light, and learn to select and cut glass, grind, foil, flux, solder and finish it.
What should I wear and bring?
Wear flat, comfortable, closed-in shoes and layers, as the Gridshell can be cool. Bring reading glasses if you need them for close work; tools and materials are provided.
What food and drink are available?
Coffee and tea are included. The Museum café will be open, or you can bring a packed lunch; share dietary requirements in advance.
How many people can take part, and will I be standing?
The workshop is limited to six participants. You will be on your feet during the morning and can sit down in the afternoon.
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