Make Glass Beads –Introduction to Lampworking

This class will teach you the art of lampworking, a technique of using a torch and melting glass rods to create various shapes.  Safety and appropriate equipment handling are emphasized.  Your beads will need to stay in a kiln overnight to be annealed.  No previous experience needed. Instructor: Karen Kubby.

Registration is $120 and includes all materials, instruction, use of studio and tools, and annealing.  Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.

NOTE: Participants must be at least 15 years old.

This class serves as a pre-requisite for other lampworking classes, i.e. Stripes & Dots April 26.