{"product_id":"sparkle-fuse-holiday-glass-ornaments","title":"Sparkle \u0026 Fuse: Holiday Glass Ornaments with Helen Cowart, December 5, 2026","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSaturday, December 5, 2026  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e3:00 - 5:00 pm, PT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eInstructor: Helen Cowart \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDating back to the mid-1500s, handcrafted glass ornaments have brought a sparkling charm to every season. Perfect for seasonal decorating or year-round display, this class is a fun, creative way to make one-of-a-kind treasures. Helen will walk you step-by-step through some easy creative techniques using colorful glass \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003esheet, rods, stringers, and frit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe will cover the skills and techniques you will need to create your own small glass work. The hands-on projects will use the basic techniques of cutting, fusing, and hanging small glass pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eBasics of Fusing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eCutting your glass sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eAccessory Glass - Stringers, Rods, and Frit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eCreative Options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eDichroic glass and slide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eFrit Balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eBefore firing - Full Fuse or Tack Fuse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eHow to hang your ornament - drilling and high-temp\/ni-chrome wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eFiring your glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll classes include the video recording, which you will have access to for 60 days after the class. The Zoom link, handouts, video(s), and other important information can be found by clicking on the individual class link on the \"\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/littlemetalfoxes.com\/account\/login\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 122, 30);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMy Courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\" page. The Zoom link and handout (if any) will be available 24 hours before the class starts.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou also get 1 free session of Open Studio Access (OSA) in the month following your class. The Zoom link can be found on the course video access page.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe class supply list is below and contains links to buy the supplies you need.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupply List for Students\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eUse the links below to purchase any supplies you don't already have for your class. This site may contain Amazon and other affiliate links. If you purchase something through the link, at no cost to you, we may receive a small commission on qualifying purchases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended Materials \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eNOTE: When choosing your glass, please pay attention to the CoE number, typically 90 or 96 for fusing. CoE, or coefficient of expansion, is a small but very important factor in fusing. Glasses of different CoEs generally cannot be mixed and will result in stress fractures and breaks. Please be sure to select 2mm (“thin”) or 3 mm thick glass.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eEmail me with any questions about a kiln and how to use it.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003eSelection of 2-4 different colors of fusible glass. Small, precut sheets (10” - 12” square or so) or precut shapes are a good option. Delphi carries \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.delphiglass.com\/fusible-glass\/bullseye-90-coe-glass\/\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eBullseye (CoE 90)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.delphiglass.com\/fusible-glass\/oceanside-96-coe-glass\/\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eSpectrum (CoE 96)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e glasses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.delphiglass.com\/glass-rods-more-90-coe\/stringers-cane\/2mm-bullseye-stringer-assortment-90-coe\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStringer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e You can buy a sampler tube of multiple colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.delphiglass.com\/bullseye-90-coe-glass\/glass-rods-more-90-coe\/\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRod\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYou can buy a sampler tube of multiple colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.delphiglass.com\/search?searchtext=bullseye%20frit%2090%20coe\u0026amp;searchCat=0\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFrit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Medium to Coarse size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eA kiln \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.delphiglass.com\/search?searchtext=kiln%20shelf\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKiln shelf \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e- usually comes with your kiln.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B010GG62Z4\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;camp=1789\u0026amp;creative=9325\u0026amp;creativeASIN=B010GG62Z4\u0026amp;linkCode=as2\u0026amp;tag=littlemetalfo-20\u0026amp;linkId=76cc30d6337146f99e4b225e1db876e7\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"Kiln Posts - 4 Pack\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (ceramic supports) - also usually comes with your kiln.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B089KPYBMM\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;tag=littlemetalfo-20\u0026amp;camp=1789\u0026amp;creative=9325\u0026amp;linkCode=as2\u0026amp;creativeASIN=B089KPYBMM\u0026amp;linkId=4f187c4f59f82ca6b91b144ebf031777\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKiln separator paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e - Use Bullseye Thinfire or Spectrum’s \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B074CN96X8\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;camp=1789\u0026amp;creative=9325\u0026amp;creativeASIN=B074CN96X8\u0026amp;linkCode=as2\u0026amp;tag=littlemetalfo-20\u0026amp;linkId=efe045b874b12609b2e250fac4c5e366\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ePapyros\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B016ABHVWW\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;tag=littlemetalfo-20\u0026amp;camp=1789\u0026amp;creative=9325\u0026amp;linkCode=as2\u0026amp;creativeASIN=B016ABHVWW\u0026amp;linkId=2335d0d506ea22d8a4f5c3ce5e0e8def\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGlass cutter\/scorer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B004W2FI8G\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;tag=littlemetalfo-20\u0026amp;camp=1789\u0026amp;creative=9325\u0026amp;linkCode=as2\u0026amp;creativeASIN=B004W2FI8G\u0026amp;linkId=c844e0be3edbb7e76addf810451eb03b\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ethis one\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. I recommend the Toyo brand. The better the tool, the better the score.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.delphiglass.com\/glass-cutters-tools\/glass-cutters\/studio-pro-glass-cutting-oil-4-oz\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGlass cutting oil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.delphiglass.com\/mosaic-supplies\/tools-supplies\/studio-pro-running-pliers\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRunning pliers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.delphiglass.com\/mosaic-supplies\/tools-supplies\/wheeled-glass-nippers\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWheeled glass nippers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e - optional but very handy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.delphiglass.com\/fusing-embellishments\/metal-embellishments\/24-gauge-high-temp-wire\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHigh Temp\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e or Ni-Chrome wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B06WWNNJDQ\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;tag=littlemetalfo-20\u0026amp;camp=1789\u0026amp;creative=9325\u0026amp;linkCode=as2\u0026amp;creativeASIN=B06WWNNJDQ\u0026amp;linkId=f7773dd0bee31ce14ce047ca41b1018c\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGlass cleaner\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e - alcohol-based, vinegar-based, or ammonia-free. \u003cb\u003eNO\u003c\/b\u003e Windex or ammonia-containing cleaners. It will leave a residue on the glass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B074LXZYF7\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;tag=littlemetalfo-20\u0026amp;camp=1789\u0026amp;creative=9325\u0026amp;linkCode=as2\u0026amp;creativeASIN=B074LXZYF7\u0026amp;linkId=2afface7091d06cae96fc1a496fa0630\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTowel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Paper or cloth, preferably lint-free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003ePencil and paper for sketching and note-taking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B000I0TZO4\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;tag=littlemetalfo-20\u0026amp;camp=1789\u0026amp;creative=9325\u0026amp;linkCode=as2\u0026amp;creativeASIN=B000I0TZO4\u0026amp;linkId=68dbf99d73b71aa6b266cdc1640e9cc8\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSharpie\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e for marking your glass for cutting. If you use a metallic Sharpie, be extra sure to clean it off before firing. I’ve had it survive a full fuse and leave a mark.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003eNewspaper or a paper towel under the glass to catch any shards or splinters. Scoring and breaking will create tiny shards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOptional Tools and Supplies\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/2-1-Triple-Ripple-Diamond-Drill\/dp\/B001G1C1PO?th=1\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTriple Ripple diamond drill bit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Diamond-LepoHome-Hollow-Ceramic-Porcelain\/dp\/B07D1KZGJ4\/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1HSM6JX37L4L4\u0026amp;keywords=Diamond+drill+bits+glass\u0026amp;qid=1652570895\u0026amp;sprefix=diamond+drill+bits+glass%2Caps%2C231\u0026amp;sr=8-5\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDiamond drill bits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (coring bits)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3BnIzjU\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eN95 dust mask\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e if you are doing a lot of drilling or working with powdered glass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003eSafety glasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B004A6KZ1E\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;tag=littlemetalfo-20\u0026amp;camp=1789\u0026amp;creative=9325\u0026amp;linkCode=as2\u0026amp;creativeASIN=B004A6KZ1E\u0026amp;linkId=e33075b2fae881c957e2de0e6a335e60\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGlastac\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by Bullseye. Elmers or wood glue will also work but use sparingly or it will leave a residue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOther Optional Materials and Tools\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07V1JFQ7R\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;tag=littlemetalfo-20\u0026amp;camp=1789\u0026amp;creative=9325\u0026amp;linkCode=as2\u0026amp;creativeASIN=B07V1JFQ7R\u0026amp;linkId=77401a17da9c7256e3a0e91f1de146f5\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGlass cutting waffle board\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.bullseyeglass.com\/tools-supplies\/kilnwork\/bullseye-shelf-primer-5-lb-bucket.html\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKiln wash\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e - if you don’t want to use kiln paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B00AD46ZP2\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;tag=littlemetalfo-20\u0026amp;camp=1789\u0026amp;creative=9325\u0026amp;linkCode=as2\u0026amp;creativeASIN=B00AD46ZP2\u0026amp;linkId=b3997dd640fe503326d240f69b5a3e85\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHake brush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e - a fine hair brush for applying kiln wash. This will give your kiln shelf a nice smooth surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.delphiglass.com\/search?searchtext=cbs%20dichroic%2090\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDichroic Glass\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.delphiglass.com\/dichroic-glass\/dichroic-decal-paper\/dicro-slide-sample-set\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDichroic Slide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e decal paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B003TV40XA\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;tag=littlemetalfo-20\u0026amp;camp=1789\u0026amp;creative=9325\u0026amp;linkCode=as2\u0026amp;creativeASIN=B003TV40XA\u0026amp;linkId=416e260d5f639d0948737b389a6ffea9\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCut-resistant gloves\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e - rubber-coated are best.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.bullseyeglass.com\/tools-supplies\/cutting-finishing\/sintered-diamond-countersink-bit.html\" style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBullet burr diamond drill bit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Little Metal Foxes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49073478271129,"sku":"20261205SFGO","price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0468\/1672\/3097\/files\/5_ornaments.jpg?v=1790997503","url":"https:\/\/littlemetalfoxes.com\/products\/sparkle-fuse-holiday-glass-ornaments","provider":"Little Metal Foxes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}