April Pebble

Contact name: April Pebble owens

98
Total bookings

Rating

(34)

almost 2 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

April is passionate about all techniques in glass. She became captivated by its luminosity, jewel like radiance and ability to cast shadows of colour. Her own creative practise involves traditional stained glass techniques and warm glass techniques such as fusing. Her work is inspired by nature, folkloric stories and aims to bring about beauty through light. April has recently begun teaching at her workshop at Rock Farm in Shepton Mallet. She is also a Stained Glass Conservator at Holywell Glass in Wells and up until May this year has been running therapeutic art sessions for the Charity One25. Her approach to learning is to encourage and problem solve. Being dyslexic herself she understands that repetition and clear instructions are important to help learners get the most from her workshops. Her main aim is for her students to have fun, gain some confidence in a craft and leave with something uniquely beautiful.

Courses, kits & gifts

gold award

Shepton Mallet

Fused Glass 'Summer Flowers & Hearts' with April Pebble

2 hours

Next date: 21st Aug 2025

5 places left

(5)

£45.00

gold award

Shepton Mallet

Stained Glass Mosaic Workshop with April Pebble

6 hours

Next date: 28th Aug 2025

1 place left

(9)

£85.00

gold award

Shepton Mallet

Stained Glass Panel Workshop with April Pebble

7 hours

Next date: 7th Aug 2025

4 places left

(13)

£95.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

29 Jul 25'

Anita reviewed: Stained Glass Panel Workshop with April Pebble

"I had a great day last Saturday learning how to make a stained glass leaded panel. April is very relaxed & supportive, always there to help & encourage you. It was a small group & we all went away very pleased with our panels. April had a good choice of coloured glass with all types of textures & patterns. One of our group made a mirror. The workshop has a wonderful creative feel. I came away feeling relaxed & happy, & ready to learn more. The cafe next door was an added bonus with customers enjoying the sun with delicious food & drink. I thoroughly recommend anyone thinking of joining one of April’s workshops."

8 Jul 25'

Marissa King reviewed: Stained Glass Mosaic Workshop with April Pebble

"Absolutely wonderful! I was traveling from the US for a conference at Oxford and stumbled upon this class. It was the highlight of my trip! April is so kind, patient and enjoyable to talk with. She’s a wonderful teacher and her workshop with the seating outside is lovely. Can’t recommend the class enough! "

April Pebble responded:

"Ah thank you for this shining review and sending a finished photo Marissa! Im so glad you had a great day and were able to make the journey with your limited time in the uk. Your work looks amazing grouted, hope you keep making with glass :)"

21 Jun 25'

Tony reviewed: Stained Glass Panel Workshop with April Pebble

"Thank you April for an inspiring day. An intense programme that enabled us to not only learn how to make a stained glass panel, but to take home a piece to be proud of. Lots of tips about how to develop our skills further."

April Pebble responded:

"Hi Tony, great you came along and so glad you went away feeling more knowledgable about stained glass! All the best, April "

17 Jun 25'

Sandra reviewed: Fused Glass 'Summer Flowers & Hearts' with April Pebble

"We thoroughly enjoyed our fused glass workshop this week. April was so helpful and made it simple even for total beginners!! I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for an enjoyable creative afternoon."

April Pebble responded:

"Thanks for this Sandra, I'm glad your little party had a good day! You were a cheery bunch to have in and you'll be glad to know your fused glass creations are going out in the post to you today. So keep an eye out for them : ) "