Description
Learn to make Christmas Bunting
Create a beautiful string of handmade stained glass Christmas bunting to decorate your home during the festive season. In this friendly, hands-on workshop in Bideford, North Devon, you’ll use colourful glass and the traditional Tiffany copper foil method to make your own unique Christmas decoration.
You’ll learn how to cut glass safely, grind the edges, apply copper foil and solder the individual pieces before assembling them into a festive length of bunting. Choose from a selection of seasonal colours and decorative details to create a design that reflects your own style.
This stained glass Christmas bunting workshop is suitable for beginners as well as those with previous copper foil experience. With step-by-step tuition throughout, you’ll leave with new stained glass skills and a beautiful handmade decoration that can be displayed and enjoyed every Christmas.
What You’ll Learn
During this practical workshop, you’ll be guided through every stage of the stained glass process, including:
- Safe and accurate glass cutting
- Shaping glass using a grinder
- Applying copper foil using the Tiffany technique
- Soldering and assembling your design
- Creating a beautifully finished stained glass decoration
Your completed mini cacti will be mounted onto a piece of natural driftwood, creating a charming freestanding display that’s perfect for windowsills, shelves, conservatories, or as a thoughtful handmade gift.
Suitable For
This stained glass course is ideal for:
- Complete beginners
- Hobby crafters looking to learn a new skill
- Anyone wanting a creative day out
- Glass artists wishing to practise or refresh their Tiffany stained glass techniques
No previous experience is necessary. All tools, materials, and safety equipment are provided.
Your Tutor
Award-winning glass artist and experienced tutor Gigha Klinkenborg will guide you through each step, sharing professional tips and techniques to help you create a beautiful finished piece with confidence.
What’s Included?
Full-Day Workshop
- All glass and materials
- Use of professional tools and equipment
- Lunch
- Refreshments throughout the day
Lunch & Refreshments
The full-day workshop includes a delicious lunch featuring:
- Baked potatoes with ham, cheese, and baked beans
- Fresh salads and dressings
- Homemade sweet treats
Tea, coffee, fruit teas, biscuits, and refreshments are available throughout the day.
Gift Vouchers
Have a workshop voucher? Simply check availability, book your preferred date, and enter your voucher code at checkout.
What to Bring
Just bring your creativity. Please wear closed-toe shoes for safety and comfortable clothing suitable for workshop activities.
Workshop Times
Full-Day Workshop
- Arrival: 9.15am
- Start: 9.30am
- Finish: 4.30pm
Book your place today and discover the rewarding art of stained glass while creating your own everlasting mini cacti to enjoy for years to come.
Location:
First-floor studio, Westside Warehouse, Bideford EX39 2AZ
Directions and Parking
Contact
Telephone 07761 998651 or Email
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