Rosehill Arts & Crafts

Mixed Media Course

Create stained glass art and papier mache sculptures during our 3 full day course.

Three Day Course - Residential or Non-Residential

Mixed Media Course

What you'll do

During this 3-day Mixed Media Course you will have the opportunity to make a minimum of two small or one large papier mache sculptures, a copper foiled suncatcher and several pieces of fused glass.

You will also be introduced to one other medium delivered by one of our guest artists.


Should you discover you have a preference for a particular medium or process there is flexibility to work to your strengths.

*Christmas Themed (Nov/December Dates)

You will have the opportunity to make a minimum of two papier mache Christmas characters, choosing from: Santa, Angel, Snowman or 3 Wise Men.
In glass, the focus will be on Christmas gifts and decorations using stained glass and fusing techniques. There is a wide range of patterns and examples to choose from that will help with your designs.



Papier Mache

You will learn to:

Create a wire/paper structure

Sculpt with papier mache

Select your preferred papers and embellishments

Paint/ varnish your sculpture


Copper Foiling

You will learn to:

Cut glass

Cut glass to a pattern

Grind and copper foil the edges

Solder your pieces together


Fused Glass

You will learn about:

How glass reacts in a Kiln

Different types of fusing glass

Choosing the right glass for your design

Assembling your piece ready to fire in the kiln

What's included

Individual help and support.
All materials required.
Tea, coffee, soft drinks.
Home-cooked lunch each day.

Your stained glass light catcher and sculpture to take home.

Residential Includes:
2-night stay in our lovely cottage.
Home-cooked evening meals with beer/wine.
Breakfast on your second and third day.

Dates & Price

Suitable For: Complete beginners, individuals, and groups

Group Size: 2 to 5 students
Time: 1000 to 1600

Dates: 
22nd, 23rd & 24th January 2025 
7th, 8th & 9th March 2025 


Price: £610 per person (residential) or £410 per person (non residential)

If you would like to stay with us at Rosehill you will find upgrade details within your booking confirmation email.

Tutor: Gillian & Grainne plus guest artist'

Note: Please wear sensible shoes, no open toes.
A 20% deposit will be taken at the time of booking.
The balance is due
two weeks before your visit. Your booking confirmation email will include the balance payment details.