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50% OFF FUSED DISHES & JEWELRY!!!!


By Linda Ehlers - November 3, 2021

50% OFF FUSED DISHES & JEWELRY!!!!
HOLIDAY AND INVENTORY REDUCTION SALE !
50% OFF ALL FUSED DISHES AND JEWELRY IN STOCK !!!
(Sale ends December 31st, 2021)

Call, email, text, or click on "Set Appointment"  on the
Great Glass Galore website to set an appointment to stop by
and shop.  Note:  Store/shop closed November 5th-8th.


All kinds of Colors!


All kinds of Shapes!


Amazing Artwork!


Lots of Jewelry!


                            

You can also go to the website and click on the "For Sale" button
to see a close up photo and pricing on some of the items.



                         
           Happy Holidays!
Linda Ehlers, Owner/Artist/Teacher


Great Glass Galore is your full service home based art glass store offering stained glass supplies, art glass supplies, fused glass supplies, stained glass tools, stained glass, stained glass classes, fused glass classes (glass fusion classes, hot glass classes, or glass kiln classes), art glass classes, glass cabinets, glass gifts (fused jewelry, glass jewelry, fused bowls, fused dishes, fused plates, stained glass hangings, stained glass windows, stained glass panels), glass instructions, and stained glass repair.  GGG is no longer doing custom stained glass. Business hours by appointment.  Call, text, or click on “Set Appointment” at top of website to set an appointment.  Also, check upper right hand corner of website on your computer for closed dates.

 
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Free & reduced price fusing supplies, molds, & KLB


By Linda Ehlers - October 23, 2021

Free & reduced price fusing supplies, molds, & KLB
I'm doing some fall cleaning of my studio and have the following items for free or reduced price till the end of November 2021.
Note:  The glass examples are not included.


FREE MOLDS

6x10"


6.25x8.25" Oval Mold


15.25" Diameter


FREE KAISER LEE BOARD
  

7.75x9" Molds - Glass examples shown beside mold

   
12x12" Mold            Glass Examples for 12x12" Mold


KLB Scraps

KLB half of 22" Octogon - no photo


FREE DAMMING SUPPLIES

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FREE METAL SUPPLIES
   

Copper & Brass + tools - Glass Examples

FREE GLASSLINE PAPER

3 packages

MICA POWDERS

$50 all 14 bottles
11 - 30 gram bottles
3 - Thompson Enamels
      CareFree Lusters

LAMP BENDER MOLD

$40 Bullseye Mold 8741
 - 9.25 x 16.25 x 4"


BRACELET & WATCH KIT

$40 - 2 stainless steel molds,
graphite tongs, &
large tweezers


12 X 12 X 2" KAISER LEE BOARD
   $40

MISCELLANIOUS FUSING SUPPLIES
   50% OFF

Bead Separator, GlassLine Paints, Paint Tip Set,
Fine Line Sifter, Gold & Gold Paint Pens,
Super Spray, Wash Away,




Letter Openers, Key Chains, Door Knobs,
Small p[recut circles & ovals in clear & black for jewelry making,
Jewelry findings, bracelet findings
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2021 Glass Fusing Classes


By Linda Ehlers - September 14, 2021

2021 Glass Fusing Classes

$89 Beginner Fusing Class 2021
Saturday October 16th 2-5PM

Includes firing fees and tool rental.  Materials separate.
Learn about the materials used in fusing and how to clean and assemble them.  You will also learn a basic firing schedule for a small project fired in a small kiln, and about the changing properties of glass as it heats and cools.  You will also learn how to use a straight edge cutter and some basic hand cutting techniques. You will have time to make one large square or rectangular project (7x7” candy dish bowl, 8x8”/10x10”/12x12” shallow square slumper plate, or 6x13”/7x14” platter.)  Left over glass can be used to make a 3x3” jewelry dish, 3.5x3.5” ginger plate, or 4x4” coaster.  Expect to spend $15-$40 on materials. 

$45 Non-Beginner Fusing Class 2021

Saturday November 6th 2:30-4:45PM

Includes tool rental.  Materials and firing fees separate. 
25% off firing fees.

Make one or more bowls, plates, tiles, clocks, coasters, jewelry and more. The projects are shaped to ceramic or stainless steel molds and Great Glass Galore has over 60 molds  available for student use.   Work on projects at your own pace, or learn more details about firing schedules, setting up your own kiln, kiln wash, molds, fiber papers, or other fusing techniques.   Amount you spend on materials and firing fees depends upon on how many projects you make. Glass cutting skills are recommended, but not required


Notes: 
.  System 96 glass is used during class.  
.  If you decide to make more projects outside of class and don’t have a kiln, you can pay Great Glass Galore to fire them.

$20/Hour Non-Beginner Fusing Friday Workshops 2021

Tools, materials and firing fees not included. 

I have a several students who like to come for 2 hours during the daytime on Fridays when I have time.  If you'd like to be on this list to be contacted by email of informal get togethers, let me know.

NOTE:  GGG will be closed September 19-25.

General In Studio Group Class Information

  • COVID: All students in group classes MUST BE vaccinated and masks may be required. 
  • Class fee:  50% of class fee is due within one week of registration.  Remainder due first day of session.
  • 50% Class fee deposit is only refundable if you cancel 72 HOURS ahead of the first class.
  • Missed classes:  Cannot be made up.
  • Cancelled classes (due to weather or instructor illness) must be made up on the day class is rescheduled by the instructor or within 30 days of the last class of the session. 
  • Tools and Materials are not included in the class fee unless specified.
  • Students required to bring own safety glasses:  Great Glass Galore has new safety glass for $5 each.
  • Students required to wear closed toed shoes:  No sandals or flip flops.  Sorry I don’t sell shoes.
  • 2 Hour class plus 15 minutes for cleanup:  Classes are scheduled for 2 hours of class time and 15 minutes for cleanup.  If you are still working on you project 5 minutes into the cleanup time, you will be charged $5 extra for every addition 15 minutes over the 2 hour class time.  Note:  This does not apply to beginners.
  • Any tools/supplies/glass stored at GGG:  by students will be dispose of after a year of no use.
  • If you are pregnant or breast feeding:  Do not take any of the stained glass classes.


Great Glass Galore is a home based business.  Due to that…

  • Parking: Only 4 cars maximum will be allowed to park at my house.  Please park on street in front of my yard (from mailboxes below my driveway to lamp post above my driveway), or 1 car in the left side and one 1 car on the right side of my driveway.   Please do not park on the other side of the street or block the middle bay of my garage.
  • Class Size:  Is limited to 4-6 students.  With the limit of 4 parked cars, 2 cars would need to park with 2 students commuting together to my house to have a max of 6 students.
  • Cats:  I have cats.  So if you are allergic to cats, don’t sign up for class or take precautions. 
  • Stairs:  Classes are in my garden level basement.  You must be able to go up and down stairs.
  • In-Class Supplies:  Each student gets their own grinder, grinder cookie, and Nick’s Grinder’s Mate.  Each student (or pair coming together) gets their own workbench, Windex, Paper Towels, Alcohol, Cotton balls, ruler, and silver sharpie.  Any used supplies must be cleaned by student using disinfectant wipes at the end of class.  Students will share straight edge cutters and may not be 6 feet apart at all times.
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Fall 2021 Stained Glass Classes


By Linda Ehlers - August 4, 2021

Fall 2021 Stained Glass Classes
Please read the CLASS RULES & CLASS NOTES below before signing up for class.  These have changed due to COVID and my health.
Due to the demand, students can only sign up for one session.  If there is still space 1 week before a session starts, then students who have already taken 1 session can sign up for a 2nd.

Great Glass Galore close August 10-20 and 25-28.

*** 4 Week Stained Glass Classes 2021***

     Class Fee $160 Beginner / $120 Non-Beginner
  • Tools & materials NOT included in the class fee. 
  • All student must bring their own safety glasses or purchase from GGG for $5.
  • All student must be fully vaccinated for COVID.

   
    Beginner Stained Glass Project

                                                                                                                        
BEGINNER STAINED GLASS SESSIONS (4 weeks $160)
- $75 materials fee or bring your own.
- $25 tool rental fee, bring your own, or purchase ($128-$203 + tax).
Session 1B:  Thursday Evening 6:30-8:45PM —
                        September 30, October 7, 14, 21                                      
Session 2B:  Thursday Evening 6:30-8:45PM —

                        October 28, November 4, 11, 18                                                    


NON-BEGINNER STAINED GLASS SESSIONS (4 weeks $120)
Session 1:  Wednesday Morning 10AM-12:15PM (every other week) –
                        September 29, October 13, 27, November 10
Session 2:  Tuesday Evening 6:30-8:45PM (every other week) —
                        October 5, 19, November 2, 16
Session 3:  Wednesday Morning 10AM-12:15PM –
                        December 1, 8, 15, 22
Session 4:  Tuesday Evening 6:30-8:45PM —

                        November 30, December 7, 14, 21      
 

Non-Beginner Stained Glass Project
       by Chrisine Adams                             

                                                                                                                                
STAINED GLASS CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Beginners:  All students make the beginner project shown on the front page.  Pick out your own class selection 24 hours or more before the first class or instructor will pick out glass for you. Beginners learn the steps of the copper foil method of stained glass (cutting, grinding, fitting, foiling, soldering, and framing). Try Great Glass Galore tools the 1st week, then purchase or rent tools by the 2nd week. Rent tools ($25), purchase tools ($128-$203 plus tax), or bring your own tools.  Pay the materials fee of $75 or bring you own materials.  The materials fee includes copies, transparencies, dura-lar, glass, foil, solder, flux, metal frame, hooks, and chain.
  • Beginners move to the non-beginner classes once they finish their first project.

Non-Beginners:  Work on whatever you want at your own pace (lamps, boxes, clocks, large windows, fusing, mosaics, stepping stones, or another stained glass panel).  Get added help and tips to advance your stained glass skills and knowledge. Materials and tools not included in class fee.


        
CLASS RULES: 
.  COVID: All students in group classes MUST BE vaccinated and masks may be required.
.  Class fee:  50% of class fee is due within one week of registration.  Remainder due first day of session.
.  50% Class fee deposit is only refundable if you cancel 72 HOURS ahead of the first class.
.  No makeups for missed classes.
.  Cancelled classes (due to weather or instructor illness) must be made up on the day class is rescheduled by the instructor or within 30 days of the last class of the session.
.  Tools and Materials are not included in the class fee.
.  Students required to bring their own safety glasses:  Great Glass Galore has new safety glass for $5 each.
.  Students required to wear closed toed shoes:  No sandals or flip flops.  Sorry I don’t sell shoes.
.  2 Hour class plus 15 minutes for cleanup:  Classes are scheduled for 2 hours of class time and 15 minutes for cleanup.  If you are still working on you project 5 minutes into the cleanup time, you will be charged $5 extra for every addition 15 minutes over the 2 hour class time. 
Note:  This does not apply to beginners.
.  Any tools/supplies/glass stored at GGG:  by students will be dispose of after ONE year of no use.



CLASS NOTES:  Great Glass Galore is a home based business.  Due to that…
  • Parking: Only 4 cars maximum will be allowed to park at my house.  Please park on street in front of my yard (from mailboxes below my driveway to lamp post above my driveway), or 1 car in the left side and one 1 car on the right side of my driveway.   Please do not park on the other side of the street or block the middle bay of my garage.
  • Class Size:  Is limited to 4-6 students.  With the limit of 4 parked cars, 2 cars would need to park with 2 students commuting together to my house to have a max of 6 students.
  • Cats:  I have cats.  So if you are allergic to cats, don’t sign up for class or take precautions.
  • Stairs:  Classes are in my garden level basement.  You must be able to go up and down stairs.
  • In-Class Supplies:  Each student gets their own grinder, grinder cookie, and Nick’s Grinder’s Mate.  Each student (or pair coming together) gets their own workbench, Windex, Paper Towels, Alcohol, Cotton balls, ruler, and silver sharpie.  Any used supplies must be cleaned by student using disinfectant wipes at the end of class.  Students will share straight edge cutters and may not be 6 feet apart at all times.
  • Appointment to look at glass/supplies:  Students can make an appointment to come 30 minutes before class to look at glass.  Only one spot available per class.  Students can also schedule an appointment to shop a day or time outside of class time, just not the hour after class.
  • Vision or hand problems:  If you have health issues with your vision or hands, please call and talk with the instructor before signing up for class.


Private Lessons:
$36/hour for one student
$24/hour for each student for two students coming together
$20/hour for each student for 3 or more students coming together


BUSINESS HOURS: Retail and wholesale customers are welcome by appointment. To make an appointment, call or text Linda’s cell: 303-641-3575 or email Linda@GreatGlassGalore.com  or click on “Set Appointment” at www.greatglassgalore.com.
Check upper right hand corner of website for closed/vacation dates.
                                                                                                                        


 
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Beginner Glass Fusing Video Class Available on YouTube


By Linda Ehlers - July 26, 2021

Beginner Glass Fusing Video Class Available on YouTube
Great Glass Galore's Beginner Fusing Class Instructional Video
Is Now Available on the Great Glass Galore YouTube Channel



Video shows you types of projects you can do in the class,
materials you can use in your project,
how to cut and assemble your project, 
glass properties when glass is heated and cooled, and
shows you how the sample project is fired in a kiln.

Go to YouTube.  Search for the Great Glass Galore channel.
Click on Playlist.  Then Click on "Beginner Fusing Glass Class".

You can watch the videos before coming to an in person Glass Fusing Class
at Great Glass Galore.

OR

Purchase the supplies for you project at Great Glass Galore,
Assemble at home.  Then bring in to Great Glass Galore 
to be fired.



Great Glass Galore is open through August 9th for supply purchases.
(Closed August 10-20 and 25-28)
Stained Glass Classes will start up last of week of September 
and schedule will be post by August 9th.

Great Glass Galore is your full service home based art glass store offering stained glass supplies, art glass supplies, fused glass supplies, stained glass tools, stained glass, stained glass classes, fused glass classes (glass fusion classes, hot glass classes, or glass kiln classes), art glass classes, glass cabinets, glass gifts (fused jewelry, glass jewelry, fused bowls, fused dishes, fused plates, stained glass hangings, stained glass windows, stained glass panels), glass instructions, and stained glass repair.  GGG is no longer doing custom stained glass. Business hours by appointment.  Call, text, or click on “Set Appointment” at top of website to set an appointment.  Also, check upper right hand corner of website on your computer for closed dates.
Great Glass Galore accepts Visa, MC, Discover, Cash, Check, and Venmo payments.

 
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