When considering where to take your bead making workshop ask these questions.
- How many students will be in a class?
- What kind of experience does the instructor have?
- Does the studio have proper ventilation and safety procedures?
I would love to have you visit our Studio and take a class with me! – Sam
Class skill levels :
Beginner/Basic – no experience
Basic/Intermediate – has taken a beginning class, understands studio safety, can make simple beads, work independently on the torch.
Intermediate/Advanced – all the skills of above plus, good knowledge of heat control, mastery of basic bead shapes & sculptural techniques
Class and Studio time & pricing :
Group Classes – Tutorial – 4 hour group classes cost a total of $120.00 per person. You must purchase the class ($95) and supplies ($25) from DFG. Basic Classes – 5-6 hr $160.00 per person
Private Lessons – $75.00 for the 1st hour after the 1st hour $55.00 per hour of instruction. Minimum of 2hrs. includes materials.
Open torch – $18.00 per hour 3 hours minimum, no instruction. Includes use of torch, tools, fuel. Students must supply or purchase glass, mandrels, Bead separator for open torch. Students must have a minimum of 8 hours instruction at Dream Fire Glass Studio and be able to work independently to qualify for open torch.
Frequent Flamer Card – 6 hours of open torch $90.00. Hours must be used within 6 months of purchase.