Stained Glass Decorative Plant Stakes (Basic Beginners Class)
Learn the process of stained glass while making a decorative plant stake during this make and take class. Students will choose from a selection of plant stake designs, such as mushrooms, snails, lady bugs, bumble bees, butterflies, & more. Student will select their own glass, learn to cut the glass, grind it to fit, apply foil, solder, apply the wire stake, and learn how to maintain their masterpieces.
Sunday, July 6th 2:00-6:00
Minimum Students 3 -Maximum Students 8
Student Age Range 12-17 (with parent or guardian) & 18+
Can bring safety glass & gardening or safety gloves (not thin plastic gloves, something thicker that will protect against small cuts)- Only need to bring if you do not want to wear the community glasses & gloves. Can be purchased at any store with home improvement supplies.
Students feel free to bring a snack or beverage (non-alcoholic) or visit Lexis' next door.
Class is taught by Jen Martin. She has been making art her whole life, but found a passion for it while going to Kokomo High School. Through the classes KHS offered Jen found a passion for 3D art, specifically ceramics and sculpture. Through a mentorship with the late Richard Evans, Jen began teaching others. After graduating high school Jen went on to study at various Universities and art schools including Indiana Wesleyan, IUK, and Herron School for the Arts. During her time at these schools she continued to teach others about her passions as a TA. She has also taken classes through SHAK Makerspace and Arrowmount School of Arts and Crafts in Gatlinburg, TN.
SHAK Makerspace membership is only $35/monthly for individuals and $50/monthly for households/families.
