Stained Glass: Sun Catcher Workshop

Join us for a creative, hands-on stained glass workshop where you’ll design and craft your very own sun catcher to take home.

In this relaxed and inspiring 3-hour session, you’ll choose from three beautiful design options — a hexagon, square, or window-style piece — and transform colourful glass into a unique decorative artwork perfect for your home.

Perfect for complete beginners and those with a little experience, this immersive workshop will guide you step-by-step through the process of creating a shimmering stained glass sun catcher.

What to Expect

Design & Glass Cutting
With guidance from Sarah, you’ll explore your chosen design and learn essential glass cutting techniques using clear float glass. Once you’re comfortable, you’ll select from a range of coloured glass and begin shaping your pieces.

Foiling & Assembly
After cutting and refining your shapes, you’ll clean and dry your glass before applying copper foil. You’ll then solder your pieces together to bring your sun catcher to life. Pre-made jump rings will be provided so your finished piece is ready to hang.

Finishing Touches
We’ll clean away any remaining flux, and you’ll have the option to apply a patina for a darker, more traditional finish — or keep your solder lines bright and silver.

By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with a beautiful handmade stained glass sun catcher to display in your window. Stained glass is a rewarding craft that transforms simple materials into something truly special — and while it takes a little patience, the results are well worth it.

The session includes a full health and safety briefing, covering all essential precautions and an introduction to the tools and equipment.

Date: Saturday 20th June 2026

Time: 2:00 - 5:00pm

Location: Kick Up The Arts, Unit 23 The Bell Centre, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1PJ

About Sarah

Sarah is originally from the North West, and now lives in Leicestershire with her husband, two daughters, and cat. Sarah’s background is in biological sciences and commercial horticulture, but she discovered stained glass after having her children and immediately fell in love with it. Sarah now works on her passion and takes commissions, specialising in pet portraits and geeky designs—if you can imagine it, you can probably make it in stained glass!

Follow Sarah’s work:

Instagram: @BlackRabbitGlass

Facebook: Black Rabbit Glass

Shop: Black Rabbit Glass on Etsy

Photography and Video

Artists delivering this workshop and/or the venue team may take photos for promotional use. Participation is optional, and you’ll have the chance to opt in or out at the start of the session.

Dogs at Workshops

With the exception of assistance dogs, we’re unable to accommodate dogs during workshop sessions.

Parking

Parking is available in The Bell Centre Car Park. Please use the second car park entrance on St Marys Way.

Our Location

We are located in The Bell Centre at Unit 23.

About Kick Up The Arts

Kick Up The Arts is a creative hub located in the heart of Melton Mowbray, offering a range of art and craft workshops and drop-in sessions for adults, families and children, delivered by professional artists and creatives local to Melton Mowbray.

If you have any questions before booking please email us at kickuptheartsmelton@gmail.com

We look forward to welcoming you to our warm and friendly venue.

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