Beginners Leadlight Course

Make your own leadlight window in Melbourne!



2 x 2.5 hours Class size 1 to 6 guests    

  $195 (Afterpay available)

cuting glass

Cuting Glass

Guests will choose from a range of patterns and a variety of glass colours and textures. Cut glass carefully according to pattern.


assemble with lead

Assemble with Lead

Cut lead and assemble the window


solder

Solder

Solder the lead at each Junction using a soldering iron


putty and patina

Putty and Patina

Press linseed putty in between the glass and lead to provide structural strength to the window, then apply a chemical patina.


finished!

Finished

Your leadlight will take a few days to dry, but can be taken home at the end of the session!


Join us for an immersive leadlight workshop at studio Chichi Leadlights in Melbourne!
Nestled within our enchanting shop, brimming with lush indoor plants, stunning flower arrangements and locally crafted giftware, this workshop offers a unique artistic experience for up to six people to join.
Over two days, you'll delve into the art of leadlighting, creating your own bespoke small leadlight panel to take home.
You will select from an array of designs and a vibrant selection of glass colours and textures to craft a personalised window panel. Under expert guidance, you'll learn essential skills including glass cutting, cutting lead, assembling your panel, soldering and finally, puttying and patina finishing your unique piece.
This workshop is also available as a one day beginners workshop on saturdays and sundays.
Please note: Due to the hazardous nature of lead, this workshop is not open to minors or individuals who are pregnant or breastfeeding. All necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Upcoming dates for Beginners Leadlight Course

Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 14 Oct 2026, 6:31am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

2 upcoming dates between 20 Jan 2027 and 2 Feb 2027.

  • Wed 20 Jan 2027, 7pm-9:30pm then Thu 21 Jan, 7pm-9:30pm
  • Tue 2 Feb 2027, 7pm-9:30pm then Wed 3 Feb, 7pm-9:30pm
What you'll get
A completed leadlight window corner.
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
Wear enclosed shoes.
Add-on available for this class
  • stained hardwood book end frame ($40)
You can add this when you book (optional).
Session repeats

This class series runs over 2 consecutive days.

Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hens party.

This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Chichi Botanicals - 635 Plenty Road, Preston VIC

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  • 5/5 from Lizzy Tumbri, attended Sep 2026: Glen was an excellent teacher. Excited to share their knowledge and extremely helpful. Would definitely do another course again. The piece was perfect for the time we had.
  • 5/5 from David Collien, attended Aug 2026: This was the most fun side quest we've done so far. After doing this class I'm seriously considering continuing this as a hobby, it was such a pleasure.
  • 5/5 from Wendy Horozidis, attended Aug 2026: Would highly recommend this course or workshop, great facilities and vibe, came home with a beautiful piece of lead light
  • 5/5 from Kelly McMaster, attended Jul 2026: What a fantastic class! Graeme was incredibly skilled, patient, and supportive- always there to guide you while encouraging you to develop your own skills and confidence. I came away having created a beautiful bespoke leadlight piece and learned so much throughout the process. I would highly recommend this class to anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of leadlighting while making something truly special.
  • 5/5 from Esiha Mendiratta, attended Jun 2026: Glen was very thorough. It was a great experience.
  • 5/5 from Georgia Gogoll, attended Apr 2026: Absoloutely wonderful! Super informative and so much fun.
  • 5/5 from Daniel Herrick, attended Apr 2026: Fantastic!
  • 5/5 from Suzannah Morrison, attended Mar 2026: This is such an enjoyable class, the tutor makes this art form accessible for everyone. It was highly rewarding.
  • 5/5 from Amy Padgham, attended Mar 2026: So well structured! We came away feeling confident we'd learnt the basics and stoked with the beautiful creations!
  • 5/5 from Kaylee Wellington, attended Mar 2026: Our teacher Glenn was so kind, helpful and knowledgeable. I so enjoyed his class and the space we were privileged to work in. We made a piece of lead lighting each over two nights. The whole experience was lovely and exactly what I needed.
  • 5/5 from Simonne Wood, attended Feb 2026: A wonderful lead lighting class!over two evenings. Highly recommend!
  • 5/5 from Tameeka M Hill, attended Feb 2026: Had an absolute ball, while learning from the best.
  • 5/5 from Adrian White, attended Feb 2026: Fantastic, great instructor and a great enjoyable time. The space was nice and quiet, and I would recommend to anyone.
  • 5/5 from Helena Bijoux, attended Feb 2026: The work space is so beautiful and very well set out with lots of room for everyone. Glen is super creative and skilled, he makes everything look easy. There are many gorgeous types and colours of glass to choose from, with a range of designs. Really fun and fabulous, definitely recommend doing this class.
  • 5/5 from Damien O’Reilly, attended Feb 2026: Well structured, great ambiance and lovely people
  • 5/5 from Georgia Wiggs, attended Feb 2026: The class was absolutely fantastic, and it was so exciting to see how everyone's pieces came together. Our instructor was very patient, explained all of the technical processes really clearly and helped us fix any errors. Would highly advise!
  • 5/5 from Steph, attended Jan 2026: The teacher was brilliant! Explained and modelled techniques very clearly. Provided templates and work samples. Provided a relaxed and engaging environment.
  • 5/5 from Gemma Lindsay Knape, attended Jan 2026: The class was great. Glenn was calm and patient, whilst working through the steps with us. Every student was able to create a lovely finished piece. Thanks
  • 5/5 from Máire Kashyap, attended Dec 2025: This was a really comprehensive introduction to lead lighting; Glen's explanations were clear and thorough, and they provided plenty of feedback, individualised instructions and demonstrations as we went. I felt comfortable to ask questions when there were things I wasn't sure of. There was a wide range of glass sheets available for us to use and we all came away with a beautiful completed piece. Safety equipment and tools were all provided and in good condition. The space was beautiful to be in, full of plants and other lead lights and art works. We each received written instructions at the end to help remember the details of the process.
  • 5/5 from Hannah Proctor Parkin, attended Dec 2025: My teacher was lovely and helpful. Awesome experience
  • 5/5 from Lindsay Pigram, attended Dec 2025: Glen is an amazing teacher, everything made perfect sense and if you get lost, Glen was always happy to help you out. This was an incredible experience and I definitely want to continue creating leadlight projects. Also, the creation you make and get to take home will definitely add a pop of colour and excitement to your home!!
  • 5/5 from Alena Busalski, attended Nov 2025: The class was amazing! Glenn was such a wonderful teacher and I enjoyed so much. Thank you
  • 5/5 from Tahlia Norwood, attended Oct 2025: Glen is a warm and knowledgeable teacher, the venue is so charming and the vibes overall are immaculate. Will definitely be doing this class again!
  • 5/5 from Theresa McAlister, attended Oct 2025: Glen was an excellent teacher—patient and supportive as we learned a new skill. With the workshop spread over two evenings, we had plenty of time to choose our colours and designs thoughtfully. It was a thoroughly enjoyable experience, and whether you attend solo or with friends, you’ll find everyone warm and welcoming.
  • 5/5 from Jessica Chiu, attended Oct 2025: Would highly recommend this course! Glen was a fantastic, patient, and kind teacher who made the the process of building a leadlight approachable and incredibly fun! It was in a beautiful studio full of plants, and the classes (I completed mine over two evenings) were full of friendly people. Thank you for hosting such a great experience!
  • 5/5 from Lucy Hyslop, attended Oct 2025: Such a fun class and Glen is a fabulous teacher!
  • 5/5 from Ophelia Snippetts, attended Oct 2025: An amazing class with a wonderful and easy to understand set of demonstrations that leaves you feeling very accomplished.
  • 5/5 from Becca Gratch, attended Oct 2025: This was such a fun and intimate class. I got this as a gift for my partner's birthday and it was an awesome way to spend two evenings, and each taking home a beautiful artwork at the end. Glen was awesome in taking the time with everyone in the class (only 6 people). 10/10 would recommend to a friend.
  • 5/5 from Susan Phelan, attended Sep 2025: Great class. Glen is a wonderful instructor. Fun. Calm. Patient.
  • 5/5 from Phoebe Reed, attended Sep 2025: Great class, I love that there were different pattern options to choose from and every step was explained really clearly with lots of time to practice - would definitely recommend it, so much fun and now I have an awesome leadlight piece for my home!
  • 5/5 from Nu Tran, attended Sep 2025: I didn’t know what to expect from the workshop because I was gifted a voucher for it and didn’t know much about leadlight but I love stained glass windows so when I found out I’d get to create my own I was excited. Glen was an engaged, patient, and knowledgeable teacher who explained the process clearly and gave great guidance as well as autonomy. The studio environment was inspiring and sparked creativity. I enjoyed both days of the workshop and found the whole course delightful and satisfying and I am really happy with what I was able to create. Highly recommend this experience to anyone wanting to try something new and add character to their home!
  • 5/5 from Domenique Romeo, attended Jul 2025: I had so much fun in this workshop! Glen was an amazing teacher with some great knowledge and skills, some amazing stories too that they were able to share. Glen was able to explain the process very clearly throughout and was very approachable if we needed any help. Would definitely recommend!!!
  • 5/5 from Anna Chen, attended Jul 2025: Had a super lovely time learning about the process of leadlighting over two nights with Glen. Glen is passionate about their craft, a patient teacher and generous with their collection of glass. Would highly recommend for anyone keen to try leadlighting in a warm and encouraging environment.
  • 5/5 from Renae Heinrich, attended Jul 2025: Such a fun course! Glen was full of knowledge and explained the process in a clear and understandable way. They were really approachable and helpful when you needed assistance too and they made the entire process really enjoyable. 10/10 the best experience!
  • 5/5 from Ben Hardy, attended Jul 2025: 5 stars, would recommend. Organised, informative, perfect. Gave good introductory knowledge, left me wanting to learn more. Twas fun
  • 5/5 from Julian, attended Jun 2025: Great intro to lead lighting!! So good to do every step from start to finish and walk away with your very own piece of artwork :D Caught the bug now and excited to start a wee window, ooo no lamp shade!
  • 5/5 from Sara Ataya, attended Jun 2025: Glen was brilliant! The experience overall exceeded my expectations and I highly recommend this class for anyone wanting to try something new
  • 5/5 from Isadora Aspen, attended Jun 2025: Such a lovely time in such a lovely setting with the loveliest teacher!!! Glen is gentle and welcoming and the class is very doable 10/10 Will probably be back again soon
  • 5/5 from Jen Lear, attended Jun 2025: Glen was excellent - a real people person. They were really helpful while we were setting up our class and intuitive in their teaching.
  • 5/5 from Melanie Starr, attended May 2025: This was such a wonderful class. My daughter (18) and I did it together. Glen is a warm, gentle teacher who is generous with his knowledge and patient in his practice. We loved learning how to cut glass and lead and piece it together. Thank you Glen! If you’re looking for an entry level leadlight class, this is it!
  • 5/5 from Violet Gayheart, attended Apr 2025: Second time doing this class, loved it! Glen is so kind and their classes always have really friendly participants. Definitely recommend
  • 5/5 from Jodi Dean, attended Apr 2025: Class was great. Teacher was very happy to help and I felt very comfortable asking questions. Would definitely recommend.
  • 5/5 from Taryn Young, attended Apr 2025: I absolutely loved this course! Glen was so patient, kind and knowledgeable. Their studio space was absolutely gorgeous too, surrounded by greenery and stunning lead light pieces. The small class size meant you could ask questions and get help whenever you needed. I love my finished piece and want to come back to do more. Thanks Glen!
  • 5/5 from Kelson Hunter, attended Apr 2025: This course was excellent and Glenn was a fantastic teacher. They shared their knowledge in such an accessible way and made sure every member of the class got their attention and answered their questions, and we all came away with beautiful pieces of stained glass that we were proud of.
  • 5/5 from Deanna Beaumont, attended Mar 2025: This was an excellent workshop - one of the best I have done. Glen is a great teacher and created an inclusive and friendly environment. The quality of instruction was very high and participants were able to practice each step of the way before working on the final piece. Materials and tools were also great and everything was set up really well. The workshop is very good value for money and Glen ensured that everyone was able to keep up with each other and finish with a high quality piece to take home.
  • 5/5 from Leila Morrissey, attended Mar 2025: Glen was a great teacher very clear instructions, and would come around to help is needed. Very happy with my finished lead light.
  • 5/5 from Jac Mil, attended Mar 2025: Highly recommend!! I had never done lead lighting before, and had such a great time! Glen is such a kind, patient and knowledgeable teacher who explained everything so well and created a beautiful, relaxed atmosphere. I learnt so much, and am very proud of the piece I created. I would 100% do this course again! Jac
  • 5/5 from Renaye Kelleher, attended Mar 2025: The class was so much fun and I absolutely love my finished art work. Glen was fantastic and so helpful. I would highly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Rose Story, attended Feb 2025: I learned new skills and came away with a beautiful lead light bookend. The class was well paced and its small size meant it was easy to get help if needed. The teacher was friendly and professional. I had a lovely time! Thanks Glen
  • 5/5 from Montana Kitching, attended Feb 2025: I loved this class! Glen was so friendly, knowledgeable, patient and generous and made it such a safe and welcoming space. Would recommend this class to anyone interested in giving lead lighting a go or anyone that just wants a fun creative project where you get to take something home at the end that you’re proud of!
Your teacher

Chichi Botanicals
Chichi Botanicals

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I’m Glen (they/them), an artist, glass craftsperson, and instructor based in Naarm. I’m the founder of Studio Chichi Leadlights, a working studio filled with plants and curated curiosities.
​During the week, I focus on custom leadlight commissions and traditional window restorations. On weekends, I teach hands-on leadlight classes, guiding students through the entire process of glass cutting, leading, soldering, and cementing.
​My background in physical trade and art spans over a decade in the film and television industry, working across prop making, set construction, and decorating. I also spent three years managing a recycled materials art resource center, where I developed curriculum and ran workshops. In 2021, I apprenticed at a professional leadlight studio, working on traditional leadlight windows and restorations.
​Studio Chichi Leadlights is an inclusive, welcoming space. If you have specific accessibility requirements, please get in touch so I can accommodate your needs in the studio.

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