Join us for an immersive full-day experience and discover the art of traditional leaded stained glass, as used in cathedrals, churches and houses across the UK. Led by an experienced instructor and artist, learn traditional techniques and craft your own leaded panel to hang in a window or for display in the garden.
what to expect
Traditional techniques: Delve into the rich heritage of leaded stained glass under the expert guidance of our qualified instructor. Learn the art of cutting, assembling (or “leading up”), soldering, and finishing.
Creativity abounds: Craft your very own stained glass panel of approximately A4 size. No prior experience needed!
Expert instruction: Benefit from personalised guidance from our experienced instructor, ensuring you gain confidence and skill at every step. Your artistic vision will come to life under their tutelage.
Perfect for all skill levels: Whether you're a complete beginner curious to explore a new craft, or an artist seeking to refine your skills, this workshop caters to all levels. Our tailored approach and commitment to small class sizes ensures everyone finds a supportive atmosphere and will find their creative rhythm.
Please note that we are unable to offer this course to pregnant women or nursing mothers.
“Absolutely brilliant workshop! I had a great day creating a leaded stained glass panel last week. I can’t believe how well my panel turned out for a first timer!
Will is a patient and knowledgeable instructor and explained each step in detail to help me understand what to do.
It was a friendly and relaxed day and I’m looking forward to trying his copper foiling workshop and learning new techniques.”
What you need to bring
Please ensure you wear clothing suitable for crafting & sensible footwear (no open toed shoes)
A clean rag or dishcloth (microfibre is good)
A bag to take completed work home in
Don’t forget to bring your glasses if you use them for close work!
What is included
All stained glass tools, equipment & materials
PPE
Refreshments
Dates and times
Sunday 17 November
10:30am - 4:30pm
cost
£105 per person
Suitable for beginners aged 16+
Places limited to 8, so book early to avoid disappointment
Booking
Please click the button below to book through Eventbrite or email creativecraftswb@gmail.com
“Great workshop with Will. Everything was explained clearly before each section, what the tools were called and what they did. Lovely end result as well. Many thanks.”
About the tutor
With fifteen years of experience as a dedicated primary and secondary teacher in Cambridge, Will brings his passion for education and creativity into the realm of stained glass artistry. Will's journey from the classroom to the studio has been driven by his deep-rooted love for nurturing both young minds and artistic talents.
As a part-time artist throughout his teaching career, Will cultivated his skills and discovered a profound connection with the colours and beauty of stained glass. Now, he has taken the leap to fully embrace his artistic calling and teaches courses full time.
Will is dedicated to sharing the art of stained glass through courses and workshops. His background in education, combined with his artistic skills ensures that every course attendee is well looked after. Will's caring and patient approach, honed from years of teaching, creates a learning space where creativity flourishes and individuals of all skill levels can explore the beauty of stained glass in a supportive environment.
Join Will on this artistic journey and let your creativity shine under his guidance. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist you'll find a supportive mentor and a passionate advocate for your artistic endeavours.
“The stained glass training day on Saturday with Will was great. I’d been on a previous one in London with a different provider which was much more expensive and not half as good. Will was very good at explaining everything and most helpful with answering questions. The venue and equipment provided were all first class and I would recommend it to anyone looking to do a beginners stained glass workshop.”
