Half Day Fused Glass Workshop

Learn all about fused glass this interactive Penarth craft class!



3 hours Location Penarth Class size 1 to 8 guests   £75

Whether you're searching for fun things to do in Penarth or you need hands-on hen party ideas for a creative bride-to-be, this fun half-day craft class is the perfect introduction to fused glass for beginners!
Connect with the talented teachers at Glass by Design and discover all the secrets and techniques behind making gorgeous fused glass art in a warm and welcoming studio. You'll explore the complete decorative process as you create unique, eye-catching designs on custom fused glass pieces using glass stringers, frits and a little imagination.
New to fused glass art? No worries, your teacher will be there each step of the way to demonstrate techniques, provide helpful hints and support you through your creative journey.
At the end of this fused glass class, you'll have a new hobby to continue developing in your spare time, along with a gorgeous glass masterpiece to display at home.
Please note:
  • You will not learn to cut on this course, as it is more about the decorative process using glass stringers and frits.
  • Your item will need to be fired in a kiln in order to complete the fusing process. If you are local, it will be ready to pick up in approximately 7 days (Your teacher will confirm this with you). If you have come from further afield and wish your item to be sent, there will be a nominal postal charge to pay.

Upcoming dates for Half Day Fused Glass Workshop

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 19 Oct 2026, 8:33pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

1 upcoming date between 8 Jan 2027 and 8 Jan 2027.

  • Fri 8 Jan 2027, 10am-1pm
What you'll get
All materials and tools are provided.
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Knowledge required
Perfect for beginners!
What to bring
Some idea on colours you would like to use.
Location

Glass By Design - Belle Vue Park Pavilion Or Penarth Pier Pavilion

Half Day Fused Glass Workshop location
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Recent reviews of Half Day Fused Glass Workshop

  • 5/5 from Debs Barker, attended Aug 2026: A thoroughly enjoyable class. We were celebrating my mum's 85th birthday. Cathy was so patient and helpful, giving us guidance every step of the way. The setting was amazing - sea views! Highly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Alison Edwards, attended Feb 2026: Excellent class really enjoyed it. Thanks so much to Cathy she is extremely helpful and a brilliant teacher
  • 5/5 from Graham Cope, attended Feb 2026: Absolutely loved the session. Very informative intro to the session and very helpful throughout. Can't wait to be doing it again.
  • 5/5 from Karen Nunn, attended Oct 2025: We had an enjoyable 3 hours and created a piece of fused glass that neither of us would have believed was possible at the beginning of the class. Cathy was a good teacher, offering advice when we asked and helping us adapt our designs. All in all a great experience!
  • 5/5 from Mel Hurn, attended May 2025: Cathy was fab!! I bought this experience as a birthday present for my friend. We both enjoyed and loved having the knowledge then having the freedom to be creative and produce something unique.
  • 5/5 from Fiona Senior, attended May 2025: Enjoyable workshop. Tutor very flexible, attentive and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend regardless of experience. Thank you.
  • 5/5 from Dilwyn Jones, attended Feb 2025: A wonderful Father’s Day gift from my daughters, and a lovely day at Penarth. Thank you Cathy for your helpful teaching in class, very supportive and motivating!
  • 5/5 from Paulina Szczepaniak, attended Jan 2025: Excellent workshop, as usual. I moved to a Bubble Hanger workshop due to a date conflict and Angelina was brilliant as always. We all worked towards some great seascapes to be fired later on. Can't wait for the final result!
  • 5/5 from Sally Williams, attended Jan 2025: The whole process was explained very clearly. I felt encouraged by the teacher throughout. There was a very good choice of resources to use and we had ample time to complete our work. The room was very comfortable.
  • 5/5 from Kate Warren, attended Jan 2025: Excellent teacher and excellent location with easy parking Really enjoyed it
  • 5/5 from Elspeth Durham, attended Jan 2025: Cathy was a great and knowledgeable teacher who was very friendly and approachable. She was attentive to all of the attendees and thoroughly talked through ideas and offered useful feedback and tips. The class was very fun and interesting, something great for beginners or more experienced crafters.
  • 5/5 from Sandra Hollo-Tas, attended Nov 2024: Wonderful class, so much so that this was my second time! Fantastic teacher Cathy who explained everything so well and was helpful throughout to everyone with ideas and practical help. I cannot wait to see the end result. I would recommend Cathy and her classes to anyone who wants to give this go.
  • 5/5 from Rosemary Blatchford, attended Nov 2024: The class was a birthday present, and everything about it was great! Cathy, the teacher, was excellent and the venue was just right. It's the first time I've done a class and I look forward to doing more in the future. Cathy gave such good guidance and was easy to talk to. I think the class was good value for money. The group was both relaxed and educational. The time flew by!
  • 5/5 from Nicola Benton, attended Oct 2024: Excellent workshop with much patience and expert advice The venue was easy to find and ample parking
  • 5/5 from Annie Llewellyn-Edwards, attended Jul 2024: This is a very good and enjoyable class, with good instruction. Self expression was really encouraged but Cathy was always ready to give tips when desired.
  • 5/5 from Sian Withey, attended Mar 2024: Great session. Cathy was really helpful, explained what to do and how to make some beautiful glass pictures. It was suitable for all abilities and lovely to see such different designs
  • 5/5 from Jean Carlson, attended Mar 2024: Very enjoyable class. Instructor was welcoming and helpful. Happy with my project, already planning my next class.
  • 5/5 from Rachel Cole, attended Jan 2024: Another cracking workshop. Fabulous ladies and new venue is perfect. Good lighting, enough room for 8-10 people and great friendly atmosphere. Can’t wait to book another workshop later in the year.
  • 5/5 from Isla Cahusac, attended Jan 2024: Great class and venue. Lots of good guidance and plenty of materials to get creative with.
  • 5/5 from Thomasina Powell, attended Jan 2024: A birthday present for a friend who chose the fused glass 1/2 day. Booking process and communication very good. Lovely light spacious modern venue and everything was explained clearly and loads of support during making process. Masses of choice in materials and colours. The friendly, happy, relaxed atmosphere made for a great morning with my friend and something to show for it!
  • 5/5 from Joshua McKenzie, attended Aug 2023: Absolutely loved the class! Me and Alisha have never done anything to do with glass and we loved it! Defo recommend, Cathy and Angelina were lovely and super helpful. Next stop - Picasso!
  • 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Aug 2023: Thoroughly enjoyed the morning, great fun and very interesting. Cathy was an excellent instructor. She gave lots of tips and advised when you asked, but left it very much to you to make it your own project. Wonderful choice of colours and variety of materials to work with.
  • 5/5 from Huw Williams, attended Jun 2023: Cathy was lovely - super helpful and friendly. Really excited to see the final product! Great birthday present
  • 5/5 from Chris Warlow, attended Apr 2023: Very relaxed atmosphere from the outset. Clear and simple advice from Cath our instructor who was present and attentive throughout. The actual process of creating our glass pictures was very absorbing, (apparently my wife has never heard me so quiet). I found that my confidence working with the medium grew during the session. I was also very happy with my creation and look forward to having it back after it has been in the kiln. Overall a great experience a lovely birthday present.
  • 5/5 from Hemma Sungum, attended Apr 2023: Thank you for this small intimate class with a dedicated teacher. Leant about fritz and strings, different techniques used. Small enough class to leant optimally and any uncertainties were promptly met. Lovely atmosphere and would highly recommend this class.
  • 5/5 from Belinda Edwards, attended Apr 2023: Throughly enjoyed the course. Teacher was very good and helpful especially as it was my first go with glass. Would highly recommend everyone to have a go.
  • 5/5 from Angela McArthy, attended Feb 2023: My friends and I hadn't done fused glass before and really enjoyed it. The venue was great and the tutor was patient, helpful, clear, and gave us plenty of time for our pieces. She made really helpful suggestions for improvements whilst allowing us to be creative with our designs. Great resources available too. Would definitely go back.
Your teacher

Glass By Design
Glass By Design

5.0 (289)
female Women-owned

Angelina and Cathy met by chance whilst selling their work in Penarth, Christmas 2013. Their shared love of all things glass saw them develop a friendship and continue to work together.
Their first idea was to develop an Open Studio trail for any local artist/crafter during the annual Penarth festival that following summer. It has fast become an established part of the festival and is developing year on year.
They then joined a designer-maker section in a local Penarth shop where their customer base was steadily growing. Customers embraced the idea of bespoke, locally made pieces, rather than mass-produced imported ones that have saturated the marketplace.
Their next logical step was to be able to work on-site and pass their love of the process of hand-making in glass to others. Hence, Glass By Design was born.

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