Lampwork Class Descriptions
Livonia Glass Studio is located outside of Zimmerman, MN - which is just north of the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area on Highway 169. Maps and directions will be available during class registration.
If you are interested in taking a class, please use the contact page to let me know. I will notify you when pre-registration can begin. Students must be at least 18 years of age. Students 15 and up may attend if registered with a parent (two paid students).
Note: No refunds will be issued unless class is cancelled.
Introduction to Lampworking (Group Class - min. 4, max. 8)
Do you want to know more about lampworking, but aren't sure you want to invest in all the supplies? Then this is the perfect course for you! This class is a basic overview of the bead-making process. Bring your questions for the Q&A session after the lecture. The instructor will demonstrate several techniques, and each student will have the opportunity to make one or more beads. All supplies are provided except mandatory eye protection.* Students will be shown didymium safety glasses to see how they work, but should bring their own safety glasses.
(meets one afternoon from 1-3pm, but may go overtime if necessary)
Private Instruction - Beginner
Whatever you want to learn... all the beginning basics, or refining skills taught in beginner class. One-to-one instruction... this class is all about you! If you would like to schedule private instruction, send your request through the contact page.
Student must either purchase materials kit, or bring all materials on the list (see below). *Eye protection is mandatory.
Fee: $50/hour - 2 hour min, 4 hour max per day
Lampwork 101 (Group Class - min. 4, max. 6)
The basics:
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Safety.
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Glass - it's characteristics and quirks.
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Setting up your torch and workspace.
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Getting comfortable with melting glass.
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Pulling stringer.
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Making round (donut shaped) beads
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Manipulating shapes
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Dots, stripes, and other embellishments
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The Magic bubble flower
We will be using a hothead torch and Mapp gas canisters.
Class meets for 12 hours of instruction; 2 days, 6 hours each. (*Student must bring eye-protection. See note below)
Materials Kit includes:
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Hothead torch
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torch mounting kit
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dual action marver
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bead hole cleaner
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tungsten steel rake
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mandrel rest
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fiber blanket
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bead-making tweezers (8")
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bead release - 4oz.
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10 mandrels
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10 pc. glass rod pack - assorted colors
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1 mapp gas canister (Student will need to purchase 1-2 additional canisters to use in class. These canisters are available at most hardware stores.)
Lampwork 101B - Continuing Instruction
This class is a continuation of Lampwork 101. We will work on the same skills, but spend more time refining them. The content is based on the needs of each group. The group will decide which skills they want to work on, and we will concentrate our efforts in those areas.
For adults and students 15 years and older (minors must take class with a parent or guardian).
Students provide their own materials kit (see Lampwork 101 description for list of needed materials). Additionally, students need to bring a graphite paddle marver to use in class.
*Eye Protection (mandatory for all classes)
Mandatory - shop safety glasses (inexpensive, and available at any hardware store). Students may NOT participate without proper eye protection. If you forget your safety glasses, you will be directed to the local hardware store (about 5 minutes from the studio) to purchase a pair. Safety first!
Optional: Didymium safety glasses (shields eyes from glare and allows student to "see" through the flame).
$39 - basic pair of didymium glasses. Let me know at registration if you would like to purchase a pair.
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