Fused Glass Project Workshop: Drop Out Forming

The drop out form is another method of shaping flat glass into a different form. It’s a fascinating process where the heat of the kiln will be stretching the glass as it forms. In this class you will design a blank in glass to then drop “through” (as opposed to “into”) a mold that you will make.

First you will create a flat glass blank. Then you’ll create and cut your own drop mold to be used to form your glass blanks. We will discuss using the C-Lab Waser cutter as necessary.

Guided by the instructors, you’ll discuss design options and how the designs will change in the forming of the glass..

Instructor: Jean Cheely

Friday, February 21, 6:30 – 9:30pm (creating glass blanks for overnight firing)
Saturday, February 22: 10:00am – 12:30pm (making the drop mold)
Saturday, March 1: 11:30am – 2:30pm (the drop firing)   

• Skill Level: Intermediate              
• Prerequisites: Completion of The Art of Glass Fusing & Slumping class or Introduction to Glass Fusing & Slumping class at the Crafts Center or 1 or more years of experience with kiln fusing glass.  Must be able to work independently and safely with glass.

Class fees by level:     NC State Students – $70      Public – $105