Intro to Beads: Beadables

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In this 3-hour workshop, you'll learn the essential skills needed to create and shape beads that fit perfectly on beadable items. You'll gain hands-on experience in glass manipulation, using heat and tools to shape and size your beads for a precise fit on a variety of items, from housewares to personal accessories. Additionally, you'll explore simple decorating techniques, bead shapers, and texturizers to create a diverse range of decorative styles.

What to Expect: The class begins with a brief, 30-minute demonstration to introduce the basics, followed by ample time for you to create your own beads using the techniques covered. Beadmaking requires some practice, particularly in mastering heat control with the torch. By the end of the session, you can expect to have made several beads that fit beautifully on a beadable item, such as a key finder. Read more about how to prepare for class on our Registration Info page. 

While beadmaking, participants primarily engage in seated activities such as working with glass rods and torches. The environment can be bright and loud at times. Handling glass and tools may require a certain level of dexterity. To learn more about accessibility the Accessibility page on our website.

Eligibility: No previous experience required. Open to ages 12 and up.

Pick-up: The glass needs to cool down overnight then be carefully removed from the mandrels, so the students will have to return to UrbanGlass once notified to pick up their work. 

This is an in-person class taking place on-site at UrbanGlass. Health and safety guidelines will be emailed to you upon registration

Class Schedule

• 1 Session: March 19th
  Wednesday, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm