Stained Glass Leadlight for Beginners
Learn to construct your own leadlight stained glass panel in this practical, hands-on beginner course in Sydney. Guided by an experienced tutor, you will practise essential techniques including glass cutting, leading, soldering, cementing and polishing.
The course combines demonstrations with hands-on practice so you can develop the skills to design and build your own panel. Panels are limited to a maximum size of 450mm x 450mm due to space constraints, and some homework may be required depending on your project.
This course focuses on traditional leadlight panel construction. It does not cover copper foil techniques, glass painting, kiln-fired glass, repairs or restoration.
Course Content
- Weeks 1 to 2: Learn core techniques and build a small practice panel using glass and lead provided.
- Weeks 3 to 8: Develop your design, draw it full-size, cut and build your panel, then cement and polish it.
- Students must attend the first sessions, as these establish the key skills needed throughout the course.
Schedule & Pricing
- Friday daytime option: 31 July to 21 August 2026, 10:00am to 3:00pm.
- Tuesday evening option: 6 October to 24 November 2026, 6:00pm to 8:30pm.
- Friday daytime option: 20 November to 11 December 2026, 10:00am to 3:00pm. Full price: $659.
Health & Safety
- This class involves lead and glass cutting, so it is not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding people, or those with weak wrists.
- Closed-in shoes are compulsory. Students wearing open-toed shoes will not be permitted to continue in class.
- The venue is on the 2nd floor and is not wheelchair accessible.
Details
You will learn
- Use essential leadlight tools, equipment and materials safely
- Cut glass, lead, solder, cement and polish a stained glass panel
- Design and execute your own traditional leadlight window panel
You will get
- Materials provided for your practice test panels
- Boards and batons supplied for standard panel building
- Supplier guidance for purchasing glass, lead, solder and tools
Appropriate for
Adults aged 18 years and over, suitable for all levels including beginners. Not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding people, or anyone with weak wrists.
Preparation
What to bring
- Safety gear including dust mask, safety glasses, disposable gloves and face mask
- Design ideas, sketches, pencils, eraser, A2 paper, set square, ruler and felt pen
- Leadlight tools including glass cutter, grozing pliers, lead knife and lead snips
What to wear
Closed-in shoes required; apron or old shirt recommended
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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