Murrini Madness

Instructor: Lezlie Winemaker

Course Outline

During this 2 day workshop you will learn how to create your own murrini. Using Effetre glass you will learn how to create a design in cross section at the torch, heating the molten mass, and then pulling into a rod. Much like pulling taffy, this technique draws the design down into miniature, so you can slice the cane and add it to your work for fine detail.

Skill Level: Advanced beginner/intermediate level

Prerequisite: An introductory class and a few months of practising on your own.

Price: $450 (+HST), deposit or payment in advance required

Supplies: Included

Need to Bring: This is a full day class, please bring a lunch. Coffee, tea, pop are provided.

Please wear long sleeve cotton clothing, long hair must be tied back.

To enroll in this class, please call 416.701.1373

or toll free 877.473.2323

(877.473.BEAD)

Instructor Bio:

The story of Lezlie Winemaker begins 21 years ago when she dreamed about combining her expertise in fashion with her formal training at art school - OCAD, York University, Parsons School of Design in New York City. She soon created such wonders in metal, glass, leather and mix-media sculpture that before long, Lezlie's beautiful jewelry, sculpture and accessories gained her a reputation as being one of Canada's most inspired and renowned creators of "wearable art".

Today, Lezlie displays and sells her art at selected craft shows, galleries and boutiques in Canada, the USA and the UK. An internationally renowned expert in the field, she travels the globe, speaking about her art and presenting workshops, her artistry featured in many popular magazines, art publications and national newspapers such as the Toronto Sun and National Post. She has appeared on the popular CityLine and most recently, Global Television.

"Beads are spiritual, magical, and mystical, and somehow evoke a connection to our ancient ancestors. Glass comes from the earth and will withstand the test of time!"