Stained Glass 101: Sun Drops - 2 Week Workshop

Join us for a bright and cheerful project in our Stained Glass Sun Drop Class!
If you love warm light, glowing colors, and simple elegant designs, this class is a perfect introduction to stained glass. Inspired by the shape of a glowing drop of sunlight, this project beautifully captures and reflects light in your window.
In this hands-on class, you’ll create a sun drop stained glass suncatcher featuring radiant yellow glass and textured clear accents that sparkle when the sun shines through. This project is designed to be approachable for beginners while still teaching the essential techniques used in stained glass.
Students will learn the copper foil stained glass process, including cutting and shaping glass, grinding edges for a precise fit, applying copper foil, and soldering the piece together. Our instructor will guide you step-by-step, offering demonstrations and helpful tips throughout the class.
By the end, you’ll leave with a beautiful, handcrafted sun drop suncatcher ready to hang in your window, along with the foundational stained glass skills needed to continue exploring this timeless craft.
Day 1: In the first class, you will learn about glass types, how to score and break glass for complex pattern designs, grinding the finish shape, and applying copper foil.
Homework: Most students do not finish grinding and foiling their pieces during the initial class. For those that need it, you will be able to book shop time in between classes to complete any work necessary.
Day 2: During the second class, you will solder, make and add attach hooks, add patina (if desired), wax and your sun-catcher will be ready to hang.
All tools and material included.
*Due to the use of lead during soldering, we do not recommend students that are pregnant or breastfeeding take our stained glass classes.
20% discount for DIYcave Members