NEW! 5 Week Beginner's Glass Fusing Workshop

Comprehensive introduction to glass fusing and slumping



5 x 2 hours Class size 1 to 10 guests       $500

Fused glass is a beautiful and elegant process and you can learn to make your own unique pieces in this five week course! During this comprehensive course, you will learn the basics of glass fusing and slumping with practical application at every session.
You will gain an understanding of all the essential elements of glass fusing and slumping. This includes everything from understanding the fusing processes, to glass forms, to cutting glass with several tools, to glass fusing compilation. An overview of kiln use will be covered too.
Each week you will learn different components and will make a piece to apply the theory.
Classes will run as follows:
Week 1: Introduction to Glass Fusing - covering the 5 main processes and learning glass cutting basics.
Activity:
  • Make 3 small versions of the same piece, which we will fire in the different processes so that you can compare the differences
  • Make a small piece of each process - freestyle
Week 2: Cutting skills - Learning to use a straight line scorer and a hand scorer, and working with grinders.
Activity:
  • Make a coaster using your straight line cutting skills and grinding skills
  • Make a coaster-sized piece with a flower on it
Week 3: Jewellery Making – Learn different techniques and learn about different glass----reactive, frit, dichroic and iridescent glass, stringers and noodles.
Activity:
  • Make 5 jewellery pieces using one of each technique
  • Make 2 pieces that require 2 stages
Week 4:
  • Complete your 2-stage jewellery pieces.
  • Understanding moulds – slumping or draping.
Learn 4 techniques:
  • Working with holes
  • Glass transparency techniques
  • Fibre paper technique
  • Working with frit.
Activity: Make a 17 x 17 cm piece using one of these processes
Week 5:
  • Basics of using a kiln.
  • Freestyle – make your own piece (17 x 17 cm).
At the end of this course, you will have a great understanding of the basics of glass fusing, with beautiful pieces from each class to show for it. Each piece will be ready the following week. The final week piece you will need to pick up about 1-2 weeks later.
Note: We do not offer refunds. If you miss a session, you can make it up if we have availability in another of our Glass Fusing Workshops for Beginners sessions. But we reserve the right not to offer you a transfer session.

Please note: Public dates for this class require at least 4 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we may cancel the session; if that happens, we'll inform you and let you choose between a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.

Upcoming dates for Five Week Glass Fusing Course for Beginners

Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 8 Oct 2026, 2:06am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

2 upcoming dates between 14 Oct 2026 and 16 Oct 2026.

  • Wed 14 Oct 2026, 7pm-9pm (then the same time each week, for the next 4 weeks)
  • Fri 16 Oct 2026, 2pm-4pm (then the same time each week, for the next 4 weeks)
What you'll get
  • You will know the basics of fusing glass and slumping.
  • You will make some fused glass pieces at each session to practice your skills.
  • Structured workshop, practical hands-on workshop, and attention from the instructor.
  • Highly skilled and knowledgeable instructor.
  • Tea, coffee and biscuits provided.
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Knowledge required
This course is targeted at people with little or no glass fusing skills. It is suitable for adults and teens aged 16 years and older.
What to bring
  • A black and silver Sharpie.
  • If possible, spend a bit of time looking at fused glass pieces on the web. This will be helpful but not essential when designing your own pieces.
  • Please wear casual clothes and closed shoes.
  • If you want to wear safety glasses, you can bring your own or purchase them here online.
Add-ons available for this class
  • Mosaic Cutters ($35)
  • Hand Scorer ($85)
  • Running Pliers ($40)
You can add these when you book (optional).
Session repeats

This class series runs over 5 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 16 years old).

Adult accompaniment is not required.

Location

723 Glen Huntly Rd, Caulfield South VIC

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Recent reviews of Five Week Glass Fusing Course for Beginners

  • 5/5 from Carolyn Christian, attended Jul 2026: Merryls 5 week class was fun. Merryl provided a lot of information and guidance along the journey displaying and teaching how to do a variety of glass fusing techniques. The participants results were very creative and beautiful. A great course.
  • 5/5 from Bita Javershian, attended Jul 2026: Merryl was a fantastic teacher—patient, attentive to detail, and very generous in sharing her knowledge, tips, and resources. The class environment was calm, therapeutic, and incredibly relaxing. I couldn’t feel the time passing because I was so absorbed in what I was doing. This was actually the first class I had ever attended, and I was so excited to go every time! I learned fused glass and absolutely loved the beautiful products you can create with it. I would fully recommend Merryl’s classes and will definitely be going back for some extra sessions with her. A wonderful experience!
  • 5/5 from Alexander Griffiths, attended Apr 2026: Brilliant setup and very knowledgeable people. Such a great way to get into fusing and learn what you need to know.
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Merryl’s Mosaics and Glass Studio

Merryl’s Mosaics and Glass Studio is a mosaic and glass fusing studio where people of all ages come to experience the wonderful world of glass art. We run adult classes, specialised workshops and casual sessions, team building workshops and corporate events in either mosaic or glass fusing. We also offer kids classes, casual sessions and holiday programs. You don’t need any experience to attend. We have great, well-trained and friendly staff who will help you with your creations. We have a great, arty studio. Come and enjoy the creative, relaxing and therapeutic experience of working with glass in an arty, colourful environment.

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