Leadlight Window Course: Two Days

How to make a leadlight window from scratch in the Macedon Ranges



2 x 5 hours Class size 1 to 10 guests    

  $370 - $375 ($375 per guest when you book for 1 guest, $370/guest for 2+ guests) (Afterpay & PayPal Pay in 4 available)

Learn to Cut Glass

Learn to Cut Glass

After a quick overview of the tools and process involved in making a leadlight window, you will practice using a glass cutter to cut both straight lines and curves


Choose your Pattern & Set Up Project

Choose Your Pattern & Set Up Project

One you have a handle on basic cutting, you will choose your window pattern and set up your board so that you can start making your own window!


Choosing your Coloured Glass

Choosing Your Coloured Glass

We have a huge range of glass textures and shapes for you to choose from to make your window your own! We will discuss how to make the window look cohesive and how some glass is more difficult to cut than others


Refining the Shape of Glass with a Grinder

Refining the Shape of Glass with a Grinder

As you work some pieces of glass may need to be refined a little bit to make them fit properly in your pattern, you will be guided in how to use one of our grinders to make sure that every piece fits perfectly!


Leading the Window!

Leading the Window

Over the remainder of Saturday you will work on putting your window together, making each piece perfect, before cutting the lead and locking it in place.


Soldering your Window

Soldering Your Window

On the second day you will finish laying out your window if you were quite done on Saturday before learning to use flux, solder and a soldering iron to permanently hold your panel together on both sides.


Stopping the Rattling Glass

Stopping the Rattling Glass

Now you have a strong and beautiful window we will show you how to putty the lead so that the window becomes water tight and doesn't rattle in the wind, you will then be shown how to buff your panel to strengthen it.


Cleaning the Finished Window

Cleaning the Finished Window

The final step is to clean the glass from the putty and buffing so that you have a beautiful window that is ready to be displayed with pride in your home!


Learn the process of creating a leadlight window from pattern and glass selection, to glass cutting, breaking, and shaping, working with lead cames, and soldering, puttying, and finishing panels in our custom-built studio in our Creative Hub.
Working with your choice of one of our pre-prepared patterns you will be shown all of the relevant skills including how to cut and shape glass pieces using glass cutters and glass grinders. Projects are kept to a manageable size and design so that you will be able to experience the whole process of creating a leadlight panel.
The workshop costs include all materials required and all tools will be provided in the studio.
The class will run in two sessions to allow for the whole process to be explored.
Session 1: 10:30am- 3:30pm Saturday (includes break for lunch which is provided)
Session 2: 10:30am - until project is finished (3.30pm) on Sunday - some participants may finish their projects earlier.
Lunch will be provided on the first day and can cater for any dietary requirements you may have. We also provide you with tea and coffee facilities are available throughout the course. We anticipate that participants will be completed in time to check out one of our great local cafes for a late lunch on Sunday.
Accessibility
Leadlight By Ettore's studio is fully accessible for mobility aids and wheelchairs, if you require our modified wheelchair workbench please notify us upon booking.
Health and Safety Warning:
Please be aware that this workshop will place participants in contact with a small amount of lead in both the lead came and the soldering process, participants who are pregnant or have other medical concerns are recommended to seek medical advice.
Please note
You will not be able to bring your own window to repair or design your own pattern in advance or on the day. This is a beginner class teaching you the fundamental steps of leadlighting for which you will complete one of our sample patterns which have been designed with difficulty, different cutting skills and the timing of the class in mind.

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What you'll get
Each participant will complete a sample panel to take home, all tools and materials are provided for use during the course and a wide range of colours and textures of glass are available for use in your project. Get a solid basis in the skills and materials for creating leadlight windows to allow you to create on your own after the course finishes. Lunch and coffee are provided on the first day, and tea or coffee throughout.
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Knowledge required
This class is suitable for beginners - no experience necessary. This is an Adult workshop and is suitable for ages 16+ with a paying guardian.
What to bring
Any participants who have tools at home which they think may be useful for leadlighting are welcome to bring them in to use or for teachers to check their suitability for home use.
What to wear: All participants must wear closed-toed shoes (no sandals or thongs) and long hair must be tied back. Loose flowing clothing is not recommended in the studio and participants are reminded that while aprons are provided it is recommended to wear clothing they do not mind getting dirty.
Session repeats

This class series runs over 2 consecutive days.


FAQ

Can I design my own Leadlight? / Can I bring my own pattern?
Unfortunately there isn't time to teach you how to design your own design in the class. We have also designed all of the patterns to be able to be completed by beginners in the allotted time, and with pieces that are of different levels of challenge so you learn to cut different curves and types of shapes.
Can I bring along a panel to repair instead of doing one of your Pattern?
We aren't able to teach repairing leadlight in our weekend workshops, but you will learn how to do a leadlight from start to finish and the instructors will happily talk you through the additional steps to repair a window. Alternatively you can attend our term classes where you are able to come along for a 10 week term and be assisted to repair your own panel.
Location

The Old Auction House - Studio 1 - Leadlight By Ettore, 52-56 Mollison St, Kyneton VIC

Free all day parking and only 900m from Kyneton Train Station

Leadlight Window Course: Two Days location
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Leadlight By Ettore

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Leadlight By Ettore has been teaching Glass Arts in the Macedon Ranges for over 40 years.

The studio is a multi-generational business with both Ettore and his daughter Rhain running 10 week term classes, weekend workshops, private groups and parties as well as school holiday programs. The studio also produces fused glass, copper-foiled and mosaic pieces as well as repairs and commissions of leadlight panels. Over the sessions one or both may be in attendance as your teacher.




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The Old Auction House
The Old Auction House

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The Old Auction House is an independently run multi-use arts precinct located in the regional Victorian town of Kyneton, just an hour north of Melbourne. Housed in a historic weatherboard building, which served as the much loved Ferris auction rooms for over 80 years, the precinct opened in April 2017 and is home to a variety of artistic spaces.
The Old Auction House is currently home to a retail shop specialising in quality Australian handmade items, four working artist studios including local glass artists Leadlight By Ettore, a teaching space for visiting artists, and two gallery spaces with rotating exhibitions.
The Old Auction House is open 7 days and the entire space has been renovated to be accessible for those with prams, wheelchairs, and mobility issues.
The Old Auction House has a focus on community engagement in the arts. Each studio runs a variety of classes with different artists and materials throughout the year.
Please have a look through our full list of classes to see the range of crafts and skills you can learn with our tutors or get in touch to book a private group session or party.

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