Saturday 9.00 am - 4.00 pm.
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Explore the endless possibilities of building a magical glass creation from crushed glass
Translating to “glass paste”, Pâte de Verre is a captivating glass-making technique that invites you to sculpt, shape, and press crushed glass frit and powder—mixed with a liquid binder—into moulds before firing them in the kiln. The result is pure alchemy: luminous glass forms with a sparkling, sugar-like texture and rich, precise colour placement.
This process offers incredible control over pattern and detail, allowing for intricate designs and finishes that can’t be achieved with traditional fusing or slumping techniques.
In this immersive, hands-on workshop, you’ll dive into the world of Pâte de Verre and design up to two original sculptures or platters, using a selection of ceramic moulds available in the studio. Whether you’re drawn to bold colour, delicate textures, or sculptural form, this workshop gives you the freedom to experiment and create something truly unique.
What You’ll Learn
How to confidently work with Pâte de Verre from start to finish
Kiln firing schedules specific to this technique
Essential health and safety practices for working with glass
Materials Provided
Everything you need is supplied, so you can focus purely on creating:
Studio moulds and specialist tools
Full safety equipment (glasses, masks, gloves, and more)
Glass frit and powders, binding medium, and drawing materials for planning your designs
What You’ll Take Away
By the end of the workshop, you’ll have the knowledge and skills to:
Create your own Pâte de Verre glass artwork
Understand and apply appropriate kiln programs and firing schedules
Work safely and confidently with this specialised glass medium
Your pieces will be kiln-fired overnight, so you’ll return the following week to collect your finished artworks. You’ll be notified by email as soon as they’re ready—fresh from the kiln and sparkling with life. ✨
Saturday 9.00 am - 4.00 pm.
Please select dates from the dropdown menu below
Explore the endless possibilities of building a magical glass creation from crushed glass
Translating to “glass paste”, Pâte de Verre is a captivating glass-making technique that invites you to sculpt, shape, and press crushed glass frit and powder—mixed with a liquid binder—into moulds before firing them in the kiln. The result is pure alchemy: luminous glass forms with a sparkling, sugar-like texture and rich, precise colour placement.
This process offers incredible control over pattern and detail, allowing for intricate designs and finishes that can’t be achieved with traditional fusing or slumping techniques.
In this immersive, hands-on workshop, you’ll dive into the world of Pâte de Verre and design up to two original sculptures or platters, using a selection of ceramic moulds available in the studio. Whether you’re drawn to bold colour, delicate textures, or sculptural form, this workshop gives you the freedom to experiment and create something truly unique.
What You’ll Learn
How to confidently work with Pâte de Verre from start to finish
Kiln firing schedules specific to this technique
Essential health and safety practices for working with glass
Materials Provided
Everything you need is supplied, so you can focus purely on creating:
Studio moulds and specialist tools
Full safety equipment (glasses, masks, gloves, and more)
Glass frit and powders, binding medium, and drawing materials for planning your designs
What You’ll Take Away
By the end of the workshop, you’ll have the knowledge and skills to:
Create your own Pâte de Verre glass artwork
Understand and apply appropriate kiln programs and firing schedules
Work safely and confidently with this specialised glass medium
Your pieces will be kiln-fired overnight, so you’ll return the following week to collect your finished artworks. You’ll be notified by email as soon as they’re ready—fresh from the kiln and sparkling with life. ✨
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