Southeast Federation
of Mineralogical Societies, Inc
.
William Holland Workshop
Lampwork , Beginning

Cindy Reed
5740 Hebron Lane
Lakeland, FL 33812

lunaria@tampabay.rr.com

Website:
www.sunspotcreations.net

863-644-6665

Cindy Reed began working with stained glass in 1985 and was contented until she discovered "hot" glass. She began bead stringing about 20 years ago using natural stone beads. In 1999, her husband showed her an e-bay auction for handmade lampwork beads and she was hooked. After buying lampwork beads from very talented glass artists for several years, she decided to try it herself. Cindy took her first class with Jackie Knabel in 2001; since then, she has studied glass with several artists, including Lezlie Belanger, Marilyn Peraza, Betty Fetvedt, Tink Martin and Deb Crowley.

Class Description

BBeginning students will learn about studio set up with an emphasis on safety, and then move on to making basic glass beads. Once the basic round shape has been achieved, you will lean how to make stringers and twisties and use them to add dots, lines, and swirls. You will also learn to make tabs, hearts, flowers, fish, and other shapes as time permits. Metal leaf/foil, encasing, raking, and fun with frit will also be covered. You are encouraged to turn your treasures into wearable art. Wire, chain, Swarovski crystals, and satin cord will be available for purchase or you can bring your own. Didymium glasses are necessary and available for purchase. STUDENTS MUST WEAR 100% COTTON CLOTHING AND CLOSED TOE SHOES.

Lab fee: $75.00, which covers glass, mandrels, frit, and other goodies. Additional materials and supplies are for sale from the instructor.

Maximum No. of Students: 6

Pre-requisite: None

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