All classes will introduce you to basic fusing and glass cutting techniques. Learn how easy it is to use Spectrum System 96 glass. Then continue making projects at home and bring them in for us to fire for you. Save 10% when you sign up for four classes at the same time for $200.00. Minimum age 11 with adult supervisor. Private parties can be arranged for up to 7.

Open Fusing
This is for people who have already taken a fusing class or have fusing experience. Come hang out and make your own fused projects. Get answers to technical questions, hands on guidance and some good glass time. Buy all your materials beforehand and we'll do the firing for you. So there are no compatibility problems we will only use 96 COE glass in the studio. Fee includes one firing for all that fits on a round 13 inch shelf, shelf paper, glue and the use of our tools.
Open fusing can be done during any of the following scheduled classes on a space available basis.
Fee: $35.00 Bring your own materials

EXPLORATION OF FUSED DICHROIC BRACELETS WITH JACKIE MARR
This class will be two short classes, examples are available in the store, come see - they are gorgeous!
CLASS $75.00,MATERIALS AND TWO FIRINGS $45.00

EXPLORATION OF FUSING WITH OPEN STUDIOS ARTIST HEATHER RICHMAN
You will learn the basics of fusing including COE, layering, strip cutting, how to use frit and stringer, what works and why, what doesn't work and why, color combinations and more. You will be able to make 3-4 cabochons for small jewelry pieces and two 6x6 inch pieces.
Fee: $150.00 Materials plus one firing: $50.00

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Beginning PMC with Kathy Corby
In this class you will learn to work with this fascinating medium of clay which turns into sterling silver. Kathy has a huge selection of tools, texture and knowledge to help you transform this dull clay into earrings, pendants and stunning focal toggle clasps. Gold Korean Keum Bo and irridescent silver patina are also taught in this class. Come make something special for yourself or get a jump on bday and holiday gifts! Kathys' classes will fill quickly during open studios so dont delay on sign up.
Class Fee: $135.00 plus $85.00 materials. Repeat/refresher students get a $20 discount

PMC ENAMELS with Kathy Corby
Because PMC is fine silver, it is perfect for the application of transparent glass enamels. You can add brilliant color and sparkle to your creations. You will make two pendants and earrings using the Basse Taille enamel Technique.
Cost 135.00 plus 85.00 materials

Advanced PMC
Exact nature of the class is to be announced
Fee: $135.00 plus $80.00

Bronze Precious Metal Clay
The fantastic new Bronzclay you've been waiting for! It works like terracotta clay, but fires to pure bronze with a rainbow patina that will dazzle you. We'll be creating a stunning, comfortable bronze link bracelet. You'll learn tear away transfer technique and form your bracelet pieces on the first evening, and assemble the bracelet on the second. No prior experience necessary. Leave with a beautiful finished piece ~ and you're the artist!
Instructor: Kathryn Corby, a Santa Cruz Open Studios artist.
Workshop Fee: $135.00 includes firing of finished pieces
Materials Fee: $50.00 which includes silver clay, and all additional materials

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Beginning Borosilcate with Brayton Furlong
In this class you will learn how to work with pyrex/hard glass. You will do both on and off mandrel techniques and learn how to develop the colors and grow the crystals that make this glass so unique.
Class Fee: $150.00 plus $25.00 materials.

Borosilicate Marbles
In this class you will learn how to work off mandrel and make a vortex and implosion marble. Develop your skills using borosilicate glass and color knowledge as well. A good class if you've never worked off mandrel or for learning about implosions which can be used in beads as well as marbles.
Fee: $150.00 materials are included
Sign up at the store or by phone 831.462.3077

Beginning Bead Making Oxy/Propane Torch
You will learn to make round, square, cylinders, discs in one or multiple colors. We will explore use of frits, millifiore and raking too. Each student will have their own workstation and choose their own palate.. All of the techniques above will be covered as well as use of silver foil, pixie dust and dichroic. These things will add significant bling to your work. All day class allows each student will also have longer practice times. Class limited to 6 students.
Cost is 150.00 plus 25.00 materials
Sign up at the store or by phone 831.462.3077

Beginning Bead Making - (Hothead)
Come learn and play! For those of you who want to try bead making in a small group setting this is perfect! Learn how to create your own glass beads by melting glass with a torch. You will learn how to be safe, have a materials overview and learn how to make basic shapes and decoration beads on a hothead torch. We will play with frits and millifiore too. Repeat students welcome, come play, problem solve and refresh your skills.
$125 includes materials Sign up at the store or by phone 831.462.3077

Intermediate Bead Making Oxy-Propane
Part 1 Some previous experience on either torch style required. in this class , we will work on developing skills, shaping, surface decorating and dots.
Friday night October 28th 6-9:30 75.00 plus 20 materials.
Part 2 Some previous experience required on either torch, In this class we will explore striped cane, millefiore making, silver saturated glasses, encasing, hearts and conch shells.
9-4:30 150.00 plus 35.00 materials.

CCE Beginning Bead Making
Cabrillo College (Hot Head)
Learn how to safely fire up your hot head torch and make a variety of styles of beautiful glass beads with Italian glass moretti rods. You will learn shaping for round, disc, cylinder, square and others as well as use of frit, millefiore and raking. Tools will be provided for use in class or you can purchase your own in advance. Materials fee covers tools and supplies used in class. Repeat students welcome! Students should wear closed-toed shoes and cotton clothing.

www.cabrillo-extension.org or 479 6331

CCE Building Bead Skills
Cabrillo College (hot head)
Want to take your beadmaking to the next level? In this class we will explore the technique of dot application and manipulation. Students will learn to make faux vessels, hearts and cone shapes. Tools will be provided for use in class or you can purchase your own in advance. Materials fee covers tools and supplies used in class.

www.cabrillo-extension.org or 479 6331

SCAE Beginning Bead Making
Santa Clara Adult Ed – All Day! Register at www.scae.org or phone 408.423.3555
Class held at 1850 Benton Street, Santa Clara. Learn how to safely fire up your torches and make beautiful glass beads on a hot head torch. We will work on shaping round, cylinder, square, triangle and lollipop. Frit and millifiore application and exploration will be after lunch. Raking techniques will be explored as time allows.
$85 + $40 Materials fee
Reduced fee available for repeaters who bring their own torch, glass, tools, mandrels and fuel

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Stained Glass Boot Camp
In just one day you can come learn quick make a project in the 10 x10 size in the colors and pattern of your choice. I will have ten projects for you to choose from that can be accomplished in this timeframe. Come play with glass for a day and see if you like it. Make it a date, have fun, create something beautiful. This would be a great bday present, girls out day, teen experience.
Saturday Oct 8th 9am-5pm Cost 150.00 plus materials. Patterns and use of our tools included. Space limited to 5 students. Class fee $200.00 materials are extra

Beginning Stained Glass
Same class as offered at Cabrillo but daytime format, maximum 5 students,lots of individual help! Cost 160.00 with five people, or 200.00 with fewer.
Cost 160.00 with five people, or 200.00 with fewer No tool purchase required! Space limits this class to 5 students!

Triangle Treasure Boxes
No experience required! Adults and teenagers welcome. Bring a little gathering of bits and pieces that are special to you and make a 4x4x4 enclosed bevel triangle box. You will learn how to foil and solder and patina your project. Bring shells,buttons, beads, baubles, memorabilia. We have everything else including sterile sand for your treasures to be buried in.
$60.00 includes material for one box (additional box kits $10)
Sign up at the store or by phone 831.462.3077

Stained Glass Bevel Box
Come make one bevel box from our kits to give as gifts or keep as treasures. No previous experience required. Learn the tricks of 3D assembly, stained glass soldering and patina´s. No glass cutting skills required.
Class Fee: $45.00 Materials (the kits run from $20 to $30)
Sign up at the store or by phone 831.462.3077

Stained Glass Kaleidoscope workshop
This workshop will teach you how to make a complete kaliedoscope in the colors of your choice. Two choices for wheel construction will be offered.
Class fee $75.00 Materials fee $40.00
Sign up at the store or by phone 831.462.3077

Steampunk jewelry/Pretty little things
Come play with glass, found objects,shells,beach glass,small photographs, charms,scrabble letters,costume jewelry, and whate