Location: Glass Studio (DIYcave, Classroom + Glass Studio) | 444 SE 9th St, Bend, OR, 97702

Description:

Join us for a bright and cheerful project in our Stained Glass Sun Drop Class! ☀️✨

If you love warm light, glowing colors, and simple elegant designs, this class is a perfect introduction to stained glass. Inspired by the shape of a glowing drop of sunlight, this project beautifully captures and reflects light in your window.

In this hands-on class, you’ll create a sun drop stained glass suncatcher featuring radiant yellow glass and textured clear accents that sparkle when the sun shines through. This project is designed to be approachable for beginners while still teaching the essential techniques used in stained glass.

Students will learn the copper foil stained glass process, including cutting and shaping glass, grinding edges for a precise fit, applying copper foil, and soldering the piece together. Our instructor will guide you step-by-step, offering demonstrations and helpful tips throughout the class.

By the end, you’ll leave with a beautiful handcrafted sun drop suncatcher ready to hang in your window, along with the foundational stained glass skills needed to continue exploring this timeless craft. ☀️

Day 1: In the first class, you will learn about glass types, how to score and break glass for complex pattern designs, grinding the finish shape, and applying copper foil.

Homework: Most students do not finish grinding and foiling their pieces during the initial class. For those that need it, you will be able to book shop time in between classes to complete any work necessary.

Day 2: During the second class, you will solder, make and add attach hooks, add patina (if desired), wax and your sun-catcher will be ready to hang.

All tools and material included.

*Due to the use of lead during soldering, we do not recommend students that are pregnant or breastfeeding take our stained glass classes.

20% discount for DIYcave Members  

If this class is Full sign up for our waitlist to be notified if space opens up. If the dates do not work for you, schedule a private session of this class.

Available spots: 6

Price: $219.00 Taxes waived

Required age: Over 14 years old on the day of the activity

Notes: *Due to the use of lead during soldering, we do not recommend students that are pregnant or breastfeeding take our stained glass classes. Please arrive for class in closed-toe, closed-heel shoes with socks that protect up to the ankle. Long hair must be tied back. Layers are encouraged as the shop can be very cold or very hot. If you have personal protective equipment such as your own safety goggles, please bring it with you. Otherwise, protective gear will be provided as needed. Your registration and attendance of this event constitutes your agreement to the terms and conditions. www.diycave.com/liabilitywaiver

Prerequisites: No Experience Required Ages 14+ welcome if accompanied by a parent/guardian. Both need to register and pay.

Tags: Certification Glass

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