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62-250: Beginner Beadmaking

Department:
CFA Interdisciplinary
Units:
3.0
Related:
http://www.cmu.edu

If you're fascinated by baubles, bangles and beads, this is the class for you. Learn the secrets of how beads are made at the torch in this introduction to the basic skills needed to make beads at the torch using Moreti (soft) glass. You will have a chance to make many glass beads to take home as you learn the basic skills of heating glass, applying it to a mandrel, and shaping it with tools. You will develop ksill at making a round bead and learn how to alter shape and add decorative color such as dots, frits, trails and encasing. No experience is required and all materials are provided.

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A S 10:00 am - 12:50 pm TBA Instructor TBA

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