# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Glass Fusing: Garden Lanterns
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Enjoy exploring your creativity through Kiln Formed Glass with Shirley Eccles. 

During this workshop you will design and make your own unique fused glass lantern for your home or garden. 

What to expect: For this project you will be designing and making 4 glass fused panels for a lantern. The choice of design will be yours. There are many options which will be discussed. Garden and flowers, trees, fish in a ‘tank’ abstract shapes, landscape. Bring some pictures for inspiration. This will then be prepared ready for fusing and slumping. You will have the opportunity to experiment with a variety of colours and materials like stringers, confetti, frits and powders. Your lantern frame is included in the price for this workshop and you will have a choice of how many of the panels you wish to decorate. During this project you will also be able to develop your glass cutting skills, glass materials and familiarize yourself with the use of a strip cutter. 

Skills/Techniques Covered:  
• Design techniques and colour theory 
• Fusing processes 
• Glass cutting techniques 
• Setting up for designs 
• Health and Safety when working with glass materials Level 
• This course is designed for a range of abilities including beginners Materials 
• All materials will be provided by the tutor as well as the firing costs and will include a lantern frame that you will be decorating. 

Please bring with you: 
• a sketchbook/notebook and pen 
• a dust mask 
• an apron 
• an old but clean dishcloth is useful 
• wear closed-toe shoes 
• Please bring suitable resources and pictures for ideas 

Benefits: Creative expression through working with glass can encourage innovative thinking, skill development with the hands on nature of glass fusing techniques whilst also serving as a therapeutic creative outlet for relaxation and self expression.

Time: 11am - 5pm
Refreshments are available to purchase on site or you may wish to bring your own for lunch break.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/thatcham/glass-fusing-garden-lanterns/200030102790513
- **Event Categories**: workshops, health-wellness
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 6

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Thatcham
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Communication Road, Greenham Business Park, , RG19 6HN Newbury, United Kingdom
- **lat**: 51.3735
- **long**: -1.28013
- **full address**: Communication Road, Greenham Business Park, , RG19 6HN Newbury, United Kingdom, Thatcham, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Glass Fusing: Garden Lanterns
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Glass Fusing: Garden Lanterns being held?
  - **A:** Glass Fusing: Garden Lanterns takes place on Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Communication Road, Greenham Business Park, , RG19 6HN Newbury, United Kingdom, Thatcham, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Glass Fusing: Garden Lanterns?
  - **A:** Glass Fusing: Garden Lanterns is organized by The Base, Greenham.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Glass Fusing: Garden Lanterns is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Thatcham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Glass Fusing: Garden Lanterns sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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