The Winter Workshops from October to December will be open workshops so that a participant can design and make what they wish on their two 10 cm x 10 cm glass pieces. This includes making Christmas decorations and gifts. So come with your thoughts or rely on E-J for direction and you will have an…
The Winter Workshops from October to December will be open workshops so that a participant can design and make what they wish on their two 10 cm x 10 cm glass pieces. This includes making Christmas decorations and gifts. So come with your thoughts or rely on E-J for direction and you will have an…
The Winter Workshops from October to December will be open workshops so that a participant can design and make what they wish on their two 10 cm x 10 cm glass pieces. This includes making Christmas decorations and gifts. So come with your thoughts or rely on E-J for direction and you will have an…
The Winter Workshops from October to December will be open workshops so that a participant can design and make what they wish on their two 10 cm x 10 cm glass pieces. This includes making Christmas decorations and gifts. So come with your thoughts or rely on E-J for direction and you will have an…
We will conduct ongoing narrated demonstrations of glassblowing, allowing the public to watch this process and ask questions, and offer a range of samples, prototypes and studio seconds for sale at discounted prices. All ages are welcome and no prior registration is required. Glassblowing is a fascinating process involving constant activity as the molten glass…
We would like to invite all of our GSOI members to join us in our first event for 2022. We are delighted to announce the launch of Glass Ireland, our annual publication. The event will take place on Zoom allowing friends and associates from around the world to join us. This year we had nineteen…
2022 is the International Year of Glass, and there are going to be many glassy events centered around glass practices throughout the year. The GSOI board has decided to adopt the theme of Climate Change as our national theme for IYOG2022. Come and join us for a brainstorming session - the GSOI Think Tank -…
Join our social media challenge as we work towards being more climate conscious in our glass practices. Share how you are changing your habits, materials, processes, packaging or working towards lowering your carbon footprint in your glass practice. Post a photo, a video, or go live in your Instagram stories to share with us! Invite…
Learn to create a beautiful glass panel using the Tiffany aka Copper Foil technique of Stained Glass. You will learn: To use a pattern, cut glass, grind and foil, solder, and finally to finish off your piece with patinas and polish. We will then add loops and chain for your panel so it can be…
Learn to create a beautiful glass panel using the Copper Foil technique of Stained Glass. You will learn: To use a pattern, cut glass, grind and foil, solder, and finally to finish off your piece with patinas and polish. We will then add loops and chain for your panel so it can be displayed proudly…
120 Years of Irish Stained Glass highlights Irish Stained Glass from the foundation of An Túr Gloine in 1903 to the present day. Presented by David Caron for the Glass Society of Ireland 2nd Tuesday's Lecture Series 2022 To coincide with the publication of the revised and expanded edition of the Gazetteer of Irish Stained…
Flameworking Essentials is a two day workshop for people who want to learn methods and techniques of working with Borosilicate glass at the torch. The class will cover the fundamentals of working with solid rod and hollow forms. Participants will have the opportunity to learn flame working skills and techniques that will allow them to…