3-D Class Learn to make a three dimensional flying hummingbird or flying dragon and a box with hinges, in this three week class. First you will learn the best layout for a hummingbird or a dragon, and for a stained glass box. Students will cut out both projects and learn to assemble them. Class requires homework. FEE: $30. |
Address Mosaic
Transform an ordinary board into a decorative address marker as you learn the basics of simple mosaic techniques, while creating a beautiful accent piece for your home. Whether you are new to glass or have made mosaics before, you’ll love your colorful address sign. We will teach you the basics along with some great tips. Materials and tools provided, expect to purchase grout & grout at home. FEE: $45 |
Beginning Fusing
You will learn the basics of beginning fusing using a glass kiln. Students will make 1 project, using a mold. We will cover basic glass preparation, kiln use, and discuss slumping and draping. Students will learn to use a circle cutter, work with glass frit, mosaics, stringers and how to prepare molds for slumping and draping. No experience needed. FEE: $45 + materials. |
Beginning Patio Stones
Create a beautiful patio stone using stained glass and mosaic techniques. Great for beginners, ages 10 and up. You will make an 8” round or square stone, materials cost around $25 to $35. |
Beginning Stained Glass
Learn the art of stained glass in this 4-night course. We offer step-by-step instruction on cutting glass, pattern preparation, glass selection, the copper foil technique, soldering, and finishing your project. Class meets one night a week for four weeks. Students will choose from 4 or 5 patterns that we will provide. Class fee does not include tools or supplies, but does include flux, patina, flux remover and polishing compound. Students will receive a 10% discount on tool and glass purchases during class. FEE: $68 + materials |
Dichro Dazzlers
Learn how easy it is to design and fuse your own dichroic pendants and earrings. Each piece is a unique expression of you, the artist and creator. Then you can dazzle your friends with your original creations. Students will make 2 pendants and 2 pair earrings. Class FEE: $65, includes dichroic glass and firings. |
Fused Christmas Ornaments
Create beautiful ornaments for your tree or window. Learn to
create a simple mold from fiber paper, and then fill it with
glass frit and stringers. No experience needed. Children
9 and up welcome. FEE: $25 + materials |
Fused Jewelry
Create beautiful fused glass pendants using a variety of opaque,
transparent and diachronic glass. Students will learn to
cut, design and kiln fire 4 pendants. No experience needled,
children 12 and up are welcome. FEE: $50, includes all materials. |
Fused Bowl or Plate
You will create a 10” bowl or plate using stringers, noodles, frit, pre-cut shapes, paint and dichroic glass. Let your creative self go wild! FEE: $45 + materials |
Fusing is Fun
Choose a project you would like to make , you can make bowls, plates, coasters etc. Basic fusing knowledge required as well as basic cutting skills for entry into this class. Come to one session or all, your choice. FEE: $16 per session + $20 per half shelf (large oval kiln) firing, plus mold rental if required. |
Fusing Madness
Get together and fill up the kilns in this fusing class. Students will have many options for projects and varied skill levels are welcome. You may make jewelry, plates, tiles and whatever fused creation you would like. FEE: $25 + materials and fusing |
Fusing Night Lights
You will decorate pre-cut glass shapes with a variety of colored glass as well as stringers and frit to create 2 night lights. Your night lights will be fired for you. No experience required, all materials, tools and supplies are included. FEE: $26 |
Glass Beads
Glass beads are hot! Learn bead forming and decoration in this fun, fast paced class. Feed your imagination. Lunch break from 12 to 12:20, please bring a sack lunch. No experience necessary. FEE: $75 |
Glass Whirls
Learn to construct a 3-D glass whirl in this 2 week class. FEE: $25 |
Intermediate
In the Intermediate class you will expand and polish your stained glass skills. Attendance at a beginning class is required or prior stained glass experience is required. This 4 week class is intended to teach you the copper foil technique. FEE: $49 + supplies |
Kiln Forming Jewelry
Cut, layer, and assemble compatible glass to make pendants,
tiles, magnets, or ear rings. Projects are fused and ready
for pickup in a few days. Principles of fusing and compatibility
will be discussed. FEE: $29 + materials. |
Kiln Fused Glass
Learn the basics of kiln-fused glass. Students will learn cutting, shaping, grinding & fusing techniques to create night lights, jewelry & panels. All tools will be provided. Your material fee includes compatible glass. Additional glass will be available for purchase. No experience necessary, fun and easy for all ages. Fee: $79 |
Kiln Fused Glass Plate
Bowl or Dish
Create a beautiful bowl, plate or dish. Students will learn
how to cut glass, use glass frit, stringers and pieces to decorate
their project. They'll choose a mold to create the shape for
their project. The project will be fired and available for
pickup the following week. FEE: $70, includes all materials. |
Lead Came
In this new class you’ll learn the technique of lead came. We begin with pattern preparation, then cutting the lead came, assembling, soldering through cementing and final clean up Beginning Stained Glass required for entry. Pattern provided. Fee: $45 |
Mosaic Class
Learn the basics of applied mosaic while you create a beautiful mosaic design in an 8 ½” square wooden base. You’ll learn to use mosaic nippers to create your design. Grouting will need to be done at home. A demonstration of grouting will be shown by the instructor, instructional handouts will be provided. FEE: $40, includes pattern, wooden base, glass & glue, you will need to purchase grout. |
Mother's Day Fusing Class
Bring a friend, your child, sister or Mom to create fun memories and a keepsake. No experience required. Each person will make a sun catcher which will be fired and framed in zinc, ready to be hung in your window. FEE: $20 per person, includes all materials and tool use. |
Open Studio Workshop
Workshop is great for the person who needs help on a project. Reservations and pre-payment is required to ensure enough staff is available to help with your specific needs. FEE: $13 in advance; $16 day of the workshop. |
Slumped Bowl and Pendant
Each student will create a medium fused and slumped bowl as well as a pendant in this class. This is a short project class that will expose you to the basics of fusing and slumping. This is a great class for beginners and experienced fusers alike. Frits, stringers and confetti will be available for you to use. Class fee includes firing, mold use, frits, stringers and confetti, students will purchase glass for their projects. Projects will be ready for pickup one week after class. FEE: $36 + materials |
Romantic Lampshades
Adding the warm glow of romance to any room is easy with this elegant stained glass lamp! You will be impressed by the speed and ease at which this attractive project can be made. Learn many valuable assembly techniques that we use to build lamp shades of all sizes and complexities. Please choose glass at signup. FEE: $20 + materials |
Technique Class
Improve and fine tune your technique, have your questions ready!
| 1st class: |
Soldering- bring foiled glass, flux and solder as well as your soldering iron. We will be giving lots of tips and information on how to improve your soldering as well as how to care for your iron. |
| 2nd class: |
Edging. We will show how to use ball chain, twisted wire, lead came, how to cut larger sizes of zinc and how to use handy hangers. Demo only, information handout provided. |
| 3rd class: |
We will discuss plating, shading effects, and how to cut a perfect circle. Lots of time will be allowed for questions. FEE: $45 |
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Tiffany Style Lamp Class- the Odyssey Method
This is the ultimate stained glass project. We will help you select the perfect glass for your shade as well as teach you the steps and techniques used to create a beautiful work of art. Class meets 6 times over a 7 week period, allowing students more time to complete their lamps. Cutting and soldering skills required. Please choose mold before first night of class. Student will rent molds for this class. FEE: $80 |
Just for Kids |
Kids ornament class
Children will make two fused glass ornaments. Sign up in advance
to assure your child's space. $25, includes materials. |