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In this hands-on leadlight stained glass course, you’ll learn the essential techniques needed to create your own leadlight glass panel. The course covers glass cutting, leading, soldering, and finishing techniques such as cementing and polishing. Through a combination of demonstrations and practical exercises, you’ll develop confidence in each step of the process.To accommodate workspace limitations, panel sizes are restricted to 450mm x 450mm. Depending on your chosen design, some homework may be required.Guided by an experienced tutor with over 20 years of expertise in leadlight stained glass, you’ll gain a strong foundation in the craft. You’re encouraged to explore leadlight window designs and stained glass inspiration, whether online or locally, to spark creative ideas for your project.The first two sessions are essential, covering the key techniques for creating a leadlight panel. You’ll learn how to cut glass and construct a small practice panel using the provided glass and lead, building the skills needed for your main project.For those looking to further develop their skills, re-enrolment opportunities are available. This course focuses on leadlight panel construction and does not include copper foil techniques, glass painting, or kiln-fired glass methods.Please note the following:
To ensure your safety in class when cutting glass, please note your tutor might need to stand close.
You will need to attend the first two sessions to get the most out of the course. They are the most important sessions to learn what is needed to complete a panel well.
Tools can be purchased at Australian Stained Glass Supplies
Anyone in open-toed shoes will not be permitted to continue in the class.
An apron or a throw-over shirt would be a good idea.
Be prepared to get a little messy.
You cannot take or borrow the tools and equipment from the college. If you require the use of the equipment in between classes, you can contact us, and we can make arrangements for you to be able to use space and equipment to help you progress further with your work
Repairs and restoration of old windows are not taught in this class. We do not cover copper foil, paint on glass, or kiln-fired glass.
This course is ideal for beginners with no prior experience. However, it is not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding individuals due to the use of lead in the materials. Additionally, the course is designed for participants aged 18 and over.*Please note that Sessions 1 and 2 are the most important classes, as they cover crucial information about safety and glass cutting.
What you'll get
All materials are provided for your test panels.
Boards and batons for building your panels. If you want to do a larger size you must bring your own. If doing a larger piece this will be discussed in the class so you can get the appropriate size boards and bottoms you need.
Lead and solder can be purchased from the college when making your own panels.
All other materials are to be purchased at the student's cost. Information on suppliers will be given in class.
What to bring
1 x glass cutter (your preference: a pencil cutter or a pistol grip)1 x grozing pliers1 x lead knife1 x lead snips
Dust mask
Safety glasses
Disposable rubber gloves
Face masks
Ideas and sketches for a design
One 2B pencil and one soft eraser
One or two A2 paper sheets
Small set square
Ruler, approx. 35cm long
A black Artline 210 medium 0.6 felt pen
Additional supplier:Ray Barlow Glass26 Parsons St, RozelleOpening Hours:Saturday, 9:00am - 4:00pm only(Car park access from Crescent St)The glass sale area is located upstairs (Level 1), accessible by lift or stairs.
Session repeats
This class series runs over 4 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.
Location
Sydney Community College - 2a Gordon St, Rozelle, NSW
More about this class
This class is new, and this teacher has
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Sarah studied glass design and worked in the industry in the UK before moving to Sydney. She has 20 years of experience in the design and manufacture of leadlights glass and stained glass panels. She will pass on her knowledge and help develop your skills to those who are keen to learn the craft.
Sydney Community College is a social enterprise with a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.Our mission is to enrich lives, to strengthen adult individuals and to build communities through innovative high quality continuing education and training.
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