Coralesce Stained Glass
Stained Glass and Leaded Light Courses and Commissions on the Isle of Wight.
About Us
We are a Stained Glass company on the Isle of Wight providing:
• Education and Training courses in Stained Glass and Leaded Lights:
• New Builds and Commissions with a Full Design Service
• Restorations and Rebuild of Old stained Glass Panels
• Sales of Glass Hanging Lights and Panels
Our courses were recently featured in the Style of Wight Magazine.
Read the article below!
Taster Course
Taster Course for Groups of 4
We are offering a 2.5 hour Taster Course in Stained Glass to groups of 4. The session provides an introduction to the history of stained glass, materials and tools and the different methods available for stained glass construction. You will then get hands-on and you will have a go at glass cutting, copper foiling and soldering and you will make a four piece stained glass panel to take home. To book you need to have a group of 4 and we can arrange the session at a time to suit your group.
Stained Glass Courses
Copper Foil Stained Glass Courses
Course Length – 6 weeks x 2.5 hours ( Either Evening or Afternoon)
We run a 6 week course that enables learners to create a panel using copper foil stained glass techniques. This is ideal for beginners as well as more experienced learners. The aim of this course is to enable learners to progress in the use of copper foil techniques to create 2D and 3D panels and objects.
Learners will build proficiency in glass cutting and grinding and the application of copper foil and solder.
Leaded Light Stained Glass Courses
Course Length – 6 weeks x 2.5 hours (Either Evening or Afternoon)
We run a 6 week course that enables learners to create a panel using lead techniques. This ideal for learners who have had some experience of copper foil techniques who would like to progress on to lead. The aim of this course is for learners to get used to lead techniques to create well designed panels. You will also learn how to solder and cement and polish panels.
One Day Course
Course length – 1 x 7 hours per day (Lanterns or Decorations) Copper Foil
The One Day courses are in Copper Foil and enable learners to create small ornaments and decorations. In addition, learners can create stained glass panels for Lanterns. Learners learn how to cut glass, use a cartoon and make ornaments, decorations or simple panels. Workshops have a seasonal flavour and in the Autumn Term the focus is Christmas Decorations. Spring is Easter Panels and Decorations and Summer Term is sea and beach ornaments and panels.
Two Day Courses
Course length – 2 x 7 hours per day (Lead)
These courses enable learners to create a Lead Panel in 2 days suitable to go into a garden frame. Learners learn how to cut glass, use a cartoon and use lead and solder to create a panel.
Glass Mosaics Workshops
Course Length – 3.5 hours
New for 2026 we are offering Glass on Glass Mosaic Workshops. These can either be booked on a bespoke session for Groups of 4 or can be booked as an individual workshop on Monday Afternoons fortnightly. Glass Mosaics involves cutting up transparent coloured glass and adhering it to a clear glass panel then grouting the finished picture. You can make panels or decorative items. The glass on glass mosaic can be viewed with light behind it to create a transparent picture.
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The Learning Environment: Brixton Barn Studio
Courses are run in a large airy Victorian Barn Workshop. Parking is available on site. We have 6 workstations and a comprehensive range of tools and protective equipment for learners to use. Learners must dress in sensible clothing with appropriate footwear.
There are facilities for refreshments and toilet access in the upstairs office. A full health and safety briefing is arranged to ensure that all learners stay safe.
Our Team
Colin Conroy is a master craftsmen who has been making, repairing and rebuilding stained glass panels for over 40 years in Essex, Surrey and the Isle of Wight. He has worked professionally for builders, architects, churches, schools and private individuals. In 2022 he retired from Conroy Stained Glass and will be the main practical instructor on our stained glass courses.
Christina Conroy is a qualified teacher and currciulum designer. She will be working alongside Colin responsible for course management and design on our stained glass courses.
If you would like to read all about us in the Style of Wight Meet the Makers Article you can download it here.
Commissions
Doors
Windows
Ceiling / Wall Panels
Hanging Lights
The Commissioning Process
Concept
Construction
Completion
Restorations
Before Restoration
Process
• Removal of Old Lead
• Salvaging of Glass
• Cleaning of Original Glass
• Cutting new Glass pieces
• Making up new leadlight using original pieces with new lead came
• Soldering & Cementing
• Polishing and Cleaning
After Restoration
Get in Touch
To book a place on one of our courses, please get in touch or book online
Find Us:
Christina and Colin Conroy
Coralesce Stained Glass
Main Road
Brighstone
Isle of Wight
PO30 4DJ
Call Us:
Mobile: 0758 4991219
Workshop: 01983 741114