Class 01:
- About the instructor
- Supplies needed
- Star Ornament and North Star
- Discuss the history or Moravian Stars
Class 02:
- Discuss different methods of cutting multiple identical pieces of glass
- Learn tips and tricks for assembling 3-D glass pieces
Class 03:
- Using different types of jigs to assist assembly
- Using graph paper to customize your star – fun with geometry!
Class 04:
- Six-Pointed Star and Introducing Polyhedrons
- Adding variations to your custom designs
Class 05:
- Solving design problems that occur with custom designs
- Adding embellishments to your star
Class 06:
- Introducing Polyhedrons – lots more fun with geometry
- Testing your polyhedrons with paper
Class 07:
- Moravian Star Lamp made with Polyhedrons
- Choosing the best glass for your lamp
- Planning for lighting and hanging your lamp
Class 08:
- Soldering and assembling the components
- Using templates and tape to assist construction
- Reinforcing a heavy project with wire
Class 09:
- sing wire to help fill gaps before soldering
- Cleaning and polishing
- Adding lighting – faerie lights or a light bulb
BONUS
- BONUS CLASS: Star Bevel Spinner
Spinners are fun wind catchers that catch and reflect the light and make a great gift and ornament to hang on a patio or deck. Learn how to create custom colored bevels using low temperature curing glass paints. Practice your 3-D assembly using foam blocks and other jigs. Attach embellishments to add sparkle and beauty to your spinner.
- MORAVIAN STAR 3-D LIGHT Pattern
- 3-D “NORTH STAR Pattern
- 3-D STAR ORNAMENT Pattern
- SIX POINTED 3-D STAR Pattern
- Supplies List
Open Facebook Group to students of this course:
Curious Mondo: Moravian Stars
Time table:
9 hours
Level:
Intermediate / Advanced
Target market:
Glass Artists
Main objective:
Learn advanced techniques of foil method of stained glass whilst making beautiful Moravian stars.
Prerequisite:
None
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