the 2 0 1 3 I S S U E 5 N O V E M B E R November is membership month This time of year there s a chill in the air that signals a return indoors. Crafters and artists are getting back into glass. Are you? Membership renewals Membership renewal season is underway. Anyone whose membership is due to expire soon will receive an email renewal notice. Existing members that choose to renew before December 1, 2013, can purchase any item through our Order desk before January 1, 2014, without a minimum purchase amount. If they choose to renew before their membership expires, a new membership card will be issued with an adjusted expiry date. That is, 12 months will be appended to their current expiry. New members Anyone interested in becoming a member before December 1, 2013, will have one month added on to his or her membership year. For more information, please email info@glasstronomystudios.ca or visit us in Studio. Upcoming members events Denny demos featuring Denny Diamond November 24, 2013 2 4 pm Holiday potluck social and cookie exchange December 15, 2013 1 4 pm RSVP Pass it on: a creative collaboration January 26, 2014 2 4 pm Did you catch our Halloween themed glass projects on Facebook? Designed and executed by our co- op student, Anna Zaidi, they set a spooktacular mood in Studio. Look forward to some more upcoming holiday- inspired projects.
Highlights from the Craft Market New pattern trio $36.95 Now available, this new pattern pack is suitable for copper foil, fusing, and mosaic. The set comprises three 18 ¾- inch rounds: koi and water lily, morning glory, and starburst. Each pack includes two pattern copies and glass recommendations. Think tabletops, window, and a host of other applications! We are pleased to announce the next expansion to our craft market: sheet glass. Along with the basic supplies needed for glass fusing and stained glass, such as came, chemicals and frit, we now offer System 96 sheet glass and a variety of stained glass in a larger spectrum of colour. These are available for retail to the general public on a walk- in basis. We look forward to serving your fused and stained glass needs. System 96 Holiday Fusers Reserve Holiday sheet glass by the square foot While quantities last Spectrum introduces two Holiday Fusers Reserves to enhance your seasonal projects: Holiday green (dark green, red and white opal): $12.95 / sq ft Holiday red (red and white opal): $14.95 / sq ft Promo code: gs5- HS 2
Membership Cook off 3 Thanks to everyone who cheered on and participated in the latest cook off. Melanie and Elizabeth and their intrepid assistants faced off in two hours of creative competition and friendly rivalry. Members selected mystery ingredients and theme. Special thanks to Wendy Emery for moderating, Nick Beecham for filming, and assistants Millean Kung and Mia Louie for their participation and energy. Our finished pieces will soon be featured on our Facebook page. Your likes count as votes. Thanks in advance for your support! Featured book Warm Glass: A Complete Guide to Kiln- Forming Techniques Fusing Slumping Casting by Philippa Beveridge, Ignasi Doménech, Eva Pascual (Lark Books, 2003 IBSN- 978-1- 57990-655- 9) This book has a long title, but is a great go to fusing reference handbook. Comprehensive instruction and detailed photography take you step by step through basic and less explored kiln techniques. History, chemistry, and best practices are covered. Order desk Check our online calendar for purchase order deadlines. Library Members can now borrow our craft resources, signing out books a month at a time. There are lots of ideas, patterns, and techniques for stained glass and fusing. It s great to browse and explore and get inspired for your next project. We are working on the second phase of our membership initiatives and plan to provide you with some enhancements in the coming months. Look forward to online video clips of recent members events and our updated dealer direct catalogue. 3
Upcoming workshops and courses For detailed descriptions on our workshops and courses, please check out our online calendar. Workshops G135 Freeze and fire Saturday, November 9, 2013 10 am 12 pm Fee: $40 + HST I312 Clock blocks Saturday, November 16, 2013 10 am 4 pm Fee: $195 + HST I320 Electroplated angels Saturday, November 23, 2013 10 am 4 pm Fee: $50 + HST + $30 kit fee payable to instructor G130 Panoramic winter stakes Saturday, November 30, 2013 10 am 4 pm Fee: $125 + HST G138 Fused holiday ornaments Sunday, December 1, 2013 1 3 pm Fee: $50 + HST Open to youth and adult I327 Jewellery without bails Saturday, January 25, 2014, 1 4 pm Fee: $60 + HST Courses I322 Stained glass fused Thursdays, November 7, 14, 21, and 28, 2013 7 10 pm Fee: $425 + HST G139 Art glass medley: Tis the season Thursdays, December 5 and 12, 2013 7 10 pm Fee: $175 + HST B208 Beginner/intermediate glass fusing: bowls, bowls, bowls Thursdays, January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2014 7 10 pm Fee: $295 + HST G105 Fused jewellery Saturday, December 7, 2013 10 am 12 pm Fee: $40 + HST B207 Hot glass ornaments Saturday, December 7, 2013 1 4 pm Fee: $75 + HST G136 Drop in Snowflake social Saturday, December 14, 2013 All day Fee: $25 + HST Open to youth and adult G141 Fused dishes Saturday, January 11, 2014 10 am 4 pm Fee: $195 + HST G142 Wire- wrapped donuts: extended edition Saturday, January 18, 2014 10 am 4 pm Fee: $75 + HST + $100 payable to instructor G109 Fusing with Mica Saturday, January 25, 2014 10 am 12 pm Fee: $75 + HST 4 Welcome Pauline Selkirk! A friend and member of the Studio, guest instructor Pauline Selkirk will be teaching the Electroplated Angels workshop on November 23. Pauline has over 20 years stained glass experience. With her fun hobby lead technique you will create elegant angels. Afterwards, the pieces will be electroplated to prevent tarnishing and leeching. If you have been away from stained glass for a while, this is a great way to be reintroduced.
Special hours We will be closed on Sundays in November. Holiday closing Sunday, December 22, 2013, to Sunday, January 5, 2014 Hope to see you in Studio soon! Studio hours Always check our online calendar or give us a call before you plan to visit. Our standard hours are: For more information Glasstronomy Studios 2600 John St., Unit 108 Markham ON L3R 3W3 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday by appointment only 10 am 10 pm 10 am 5 pm 1 pm 10 pm by appointment only 9:30 am 4:30 pm 1 pm 4 pm (from December) t 1.855.415.9777 e info@glasstronomystudios.ca w glasstronomystudios.ca