This class will be presented to show the student how to create encased floral beads using 3 different techniques of encasement. The class is intended for the beginning student and does not require a lot of experience or expensive tools and equipment. The class will start with an introduction and a presentation slide of the class Syllabus. The instructor will then give a brief description of the prerequisites required for the class.

The first lecture will demonstrate the method of "pickling" clear glass in order to sufficiently clean it and provide increased clarity. The instructor will then move on to the preparation of stringers, cane and murrini that are required for the class.

The following lecture will start out very simply with a demonstration of basic flower encasing using a coil method to apply the clear glass. The class will become more complex with a demonstration of stacking, encasing, and plunging multiple layers of glass petals to give a more 3-dimentional look. Spot encasing on a lentil shaped bead will be demonstrated next along with techniques to gently shape the bead without distorting the flowers under the encasement. The final bead will demonstrate the striping method of encasement and will showcase the design of using both encased flowers and surface flowers for a complex and intricate design.

Ashort review and wrap up will conclude the class.