Glass Arts
Lampworking: Dot Manipulation Techniques
Learn the skills to take dot designs and patterns beyond the basics.
Member$137.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Guest$168.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Tuition Assistance and Other Policies
Meeting Times
- Sun, 9/14/2025 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sun, 9/14/2025
About
The basic application of dots was taught in Beadmaking Bootcamp. In this workshop, we'll briefly review that information and then take dot placement and manipulation to a new level!
You'll build and layer dots in specific ways to create interesting and complex patterns. You'll apply a variety of colors and dot sizes (diameters and heights) on top of and in between, within the same bead pattern, to create crisp and clean results. You'll create a popcorn bead, a simple warring bead and a bead with a basketweave pattern.
Complex dot design is fun, challenging and time consuming. Extra time is allotted to execute these patterns.
Ages 14 and up are welcome.
Wear long-sleeve shirts and long pants of natural fibers. Wear closed-toe shoes (preferably leather or cotton). Stretch fabrics are prohibited.
You'll build and layer dots in specific ways to create interesting and complex patterns. You'll apply a variety of colors and dot sizes (diameters and heights) on top of and in between, within the same bead pattern, to create crisp and clean results. You'll create a popcorn bead, a simple warring bead and a bead with a basketweave pattern.
Complex dot design is fun, challenging and time consuming. Extra time is allotted to execute these patterns.
Details
- Skill level: Advanced beginners and intermediate. Designed for those who have basic safety and torch experience and can consistently make a basic dotted bead.
- A short break is included, so bring a snack. You're encouraged to bring a closed drinking container, and to hydrate as you work. There is a microwave and refrigerator on the lower level that you can use.
Materials
- A $10 materials fee, included in the cost of the class, covers the use of studio tools and fuel, and the cost of the soft glass rod and stringer.
- You're required to bring pre-dipped mandrels (minimum 20), and are encouraged to bring any tools and colored soft glass rods you're more comfortable working with.
Prerequisites
You need to have had some experience with beadmaking or taken at least one introductory beadmaking class, such as Introduction to Torchwork: Beadmaking. You should be comfortable forming and shaping beads and applying dots.
Class Policies
BARN Policies
- View BARN's Cancellation and Refund Policy.
- Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
- BARN is committed to accessibility. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Fill out the Accommodation Request Form before any class for which you require an accommodation. Email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org if you have any questions.
- Sensory Statement: Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy and cluttered, smell strongly, and have bright or flickering lights. BARN is not an allergen-free facility. If you have concerns, please email info@bainbridgebarn.org.
Instructors or Guides
Michele Benson
Michele has a bachelor's degree in studio art from Potsdam State College in New York and a master’s in social work from Portland State University. After many years in child welfare, Michele retired and opened Sandhill Glass Studio where she taught lampworking (torchwork) for more than 10 years until she moved to Washington state. She has taught lampworking (torchwork) at the Oregon Institute of Technology and Klamath Community College, and has written articles for Soft Flex Jewelry Company. Michele is a long-time member of the International Society of Glass Beadmakers and is currently a member of the Glass Dragons.
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