Workshops
Hi, I’m Sue, a fused glass artist based in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. I run fun, hands-on fused glass workshops for all kinds of groups and occasions – and I bring everything to you!
🔥 What Is Glass Fusing?
Glass fusing is the art of joining pieces of glass together by melting them in a kiln at high temperatures. During the process, layers of glass are carefully arranged into a design, then heated until they fuse together.
It’s a wonderfully creative and relaxing craft where you can play with colour, shape, and texture to make beautiful items like tea light holders, suncatchers, framed pictures, and more. No cutting or experience is needed - this is a beginners workshop! We have plenty of examples, templates and pictures for you to follow.
Every piece is fired in a kiln and returned to you within 7–10 days, ready to display or gift.
🧑🎨 Who Are the Workshops For?
I run workshops for:
- Corporate events
- Private home-based groups
- Public sessions in village halls
- Brownie & Guide groups
- Children’s parties
- WI groups and other community organisations
Whether you're planning a creative get-together, a team-building day, or a special celebration, I can tailor the workshop to suit your group.
🎨 What Can You Make?
Workshops usually start from £30 per person to make 2 tea light holders, but there are plenty of other options, including:
- Suncatchers
- Framed pictures
- Freestanding waves
- Lanterns
I can also customise workshops to suit your event. For example, a Brownie or Guide group might make 1 suncatcher each for £15 per person.
🧰 What’s Included?
I provide all materials and tools, and bring lots of pictures for inspiration. No experience is needed – just come along and enjoy the process!
⏰ How Long & When?
- Most workshops last around 2 hours
- Shorter sessions are available for groups making just one item
- I’m available for bookings on evenings, weekends, and some weekdays
👥 Group Size & Age
- Minimum group size for private bookings: 8 people
- All ages welcome from 6 to 96 - Young children must be able to sit for the full workshop
- Children are welcome at adult workshops if accompanied by an adult
🔥 What Happens After?
Once your pieces are made, I take them away to be fired in the kiln. This process takes around 7–10 days, after which I’ll return your finished creations to you.
FAQ's
I'm just visiting the area. Can my creations be posted to me once they re fired?
Yes, the charge to post is £3.50 and this covers as many pieces as you like so if you're with friends, it can include all of their work as well.
How do I contact you to arrange a class?
You can email me on thefloralfuse@outlook.com or call/message me on 07739 412830
Can I choose to make something different to what you advertise?
I do my best to accommodate all requests so this shouldn't be a problem but there may be an additional cost. Contact me to check.
Do you do craft fairs?
Although I love doing craft fairs, I don't really do them anymore because I'm so busy with workshops but if you'd like to see my work I do the Hartwell Garden Centre Christmas market every year which is usually at the end of November and I do of course sell my work here on my website and also on Etsy.
Can I bring my child with me to a workshop?
Yes you can. The charge is the same but so long as the child is able to sit for 2 hours and you are happy to take responsibility for them then that's fine with me.
Do I need experience?
Absolutely not! The vast majority of people who come to my workshops are first timers with no previous experience. You don't even need an imagination because I bring loads of pictures for inspiration and am on hand to help if you're stuck.