Glass Arts
Torchworked Beads: BLING!
Learn about fine silver, silver foil, and dichroic glass while creating your own cosmic torchworked bead.
Member$163.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Guest$198.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Tuition Assistance and Other Policies
Meeting Times
- Sun, 10/5/2025 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sun, 10/5/2025
About
Fine silver and dichroic glass are two of the most versatile and attractive applications that can be added to torchwork (often called lampwork or flamework) glass.
This class includes discussions about fine silver and its various forms and applications. Beyond silver's familiar shine, a variety of mystical looking colors and effects can be created with the heat of the torch. Also covered is silver foil, and dichroic glass, a glass that appears to be one color in reflected light and another color when light shines through it.
While there are records of dichroic glass being used in some Roman drinking vessels, another version was developed by NASA to protect sensitive spacecraft instruments and humans from the harmful effects of cosmic radiation when in space! Of course, the version we use is somewhat different. It is very beautiful and sparkly and comes in a multitude of colors.
Project
Materials
- A $25 materials fee, included in the price of the class, covers everything needed except mandrels.
- You need to bring 20 pre-dipped mandrels to class.
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
- 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.
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
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