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Flameworked Garden Slugs

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jul 18, 2026 at 3 pm

Take it slow and let your creativity slide. In this introductory workshop, learn to heat and shape borosilicate glass into charming little slugs using a 3,000°F torch. Guided by a skilled instructor, learn torch basics and add color and texture to make each one your own sluggish creation. Add a glass loop to make it wearable or keep it as a figurine to add to a potted plant.

 

Ages 14+

 

Due to the nature of hot glass, your items will be available for pickup 5 days after your activity.

Stained Glass Dragonfly

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jul 18, 2026 at 5 pm

Craft a whimsical glass dragonfly. In this introductory workshop, you’ll explore the fundamentals of stained glass. Under the guidance of a skilled instructor you’ll learn to cut, shape, and assemble glass into delicate wings. Then you’ll solder your creation with glass gems into a charming, decorative piece. A perfect project for beginners who love colorful, nature-inspired art.

 

Ages 14+

 

Fast Track Flameworking: Glass Garden

$165 MEMBER PRICE: $165
Calendar Next available session starts Jul 25, 2026 at 10 am
Bring a garden to life in glass. In this full-day beginner flameworking workshop, you’ll sculpt your own glass ecosystem using a 3,000°F torch. Shape cheerful flowers, plump vegetables, curious bugs, and a few sneaky slugs as you explore the art of solid glass sculpting. Have an idea for another springtime creature or plant? There may be time to explore your own inspired designs, too.

You will gain a solid foundation in studio safety, torch operation, essential sculpting techniques, and experience the joy of working with molten glass.

Come ready to create and let your imagination bloom in glass.

Note: Class includes a 30-minute lunch break. Lunch is not provided, but a refrigerator is available for student use.

Ages 14+

Due to the nature of hot glass, your items will be available for pickup 5 days after your activity.

Stained Glass Garden Stake

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jul 25, 2026 at 10 am

PGC 162

Bring your garden to life with a vibrant stained glass garden stake. In this introductory workshop, you’ll explore the fundamentals of stained glass. Under the guidance of a skilled instructor, you’ll learn to cut, wrap, and solder glass gems into a one-of-a-kind design that brightens potted plants or outdoor beds. Great for adding personality and sparkle to any space.

 

Ages 14+

 

Blown Glass Catch-All Bowls

$135 MEMBER PRICE: $135
Calendar Next available session starts Jul 25, 2026 at 5 pm

Get ready to be bowl-ed over by the magic of molten glass. In this introductory workshop, you’ll gather molten glass from the 2,100°F furnace and choose and add color. Then guided by a skilled instructor, you will blow and shape it into vibrant double-walled blown glass bowls.

 

This workshop is a fun introductory experience to glassblowing. Each participant will craft two bowls, ideal for holding small items, serving snacks, displaying jewelry, or adding a funky decorative touch to any space.

 

Ages 14+

 

Due to the nature of hot glass, your items will be available for pickup 5 days after your activity.

Stained Glass Heart

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jul 25, 2026 at 5 pm

Fall in love with stained glass. In this introductory workshop, you’ll explore the fundamentals of stained glass techniques and create a beautiful stained glass heart. Under the guidance of a skilled instructor, you’ll learn to cut, wrap, and solder glass from a pattern. Perfect for gifting, decorating, or simply celebrating your love of glass. Each heart is a sparkling work of he”art”.

 

Ages 14+

 

Fused Glass Charcuterie Plate

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jul 31, 2026 at 6 pm

Turn your next snack spread into a showstopper. In this introductory workshop, you’ll design and fuse your very own glass charcuterie board, perfect for cheese, crackers, and a conversation starter. Under the guidance of a skilled instructor, learn how to cut, design, and assemble colorful sheet glass, glass granules (frit), and thin glass rods (stringers) into bold designs. Once you design it, we’ll fuse it in the kiln. Charcuterie not included.

 

Completed charcuterie plates are 8" x 8".

 

Ages 14+

 

Due to the nature of hot glass, your items will be available for pickup 5 days after your activity.

Flameworked Glass Hearts

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Aug 1, 2026 at 9:30 am

We love glass. In this introductory workshop, learn to heat, shape, and add color to glass using a 3,000°F torch to make a glass statement of love. Guided by a skill instructor, you’ll turn your heart creation into a pendant, magnet, or both. Keep them close to your heart or share with a loved one.

 

Ages 14+

 

Due to the nature of hot glass, your items will be available for pickup 5 days after your activity.





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