Stained Glass

This workshop will meet on July 26 &27. It is a basic to  intermediate level workshop using the copper foil method of stained  glass construction. Students will select a pattern, cut, grind and shape  glass pieces, apply copper foil, solder, and finish one or more  projects. Participants will be provided with the tools to discover their  interest in this skill. Patterns and a variety of colored glass will be  provided for projects.   Participants should wear close-toed shoes, not sandals, to keep their  feet safe from glass shards. Pack a lunch, since Erica's beautiful farm  is just south of town, so restaurants won't be an option.   ​

Stained glass has been present in Erica Stephenson’s life since early  childhood. She observed the long hours her mother put in perfecting the  craft at her home studio where she designed and created thousands of sun  catchers, nightlights and boxes over 25 years to support her family.  Her artistic mother co-owned and ran The Personal Touch in Monterey  where she developed quite the fan base and following. You can still find  her lovely little pieces of art hanging in the windows of many homes or  adorning a side table. In 2000, Erica became her apprentice and began  to put into practice the steps she already knew by heart. Erica quickly  developed a love for the craft and its endless creative possibilities.  Needless to say, she had the best teacher ever. Today, Erica has her own  home studio where she concentrates on designing custom windows and  panels.