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Flameworked Bugs

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Aug 1, 2026 at 11:45 am

Crawl into the world of molten glass. In this introductory workshop, learn the basics of using a 3,000°F torch to melt and sculpt glass rods into beetles, bugs, and creepy or cute creatures. Guided by a skilled instructor, you’ll add color, legs, spots, and personality. Turn your buggy creations into magnets or keep them as mini sculptures. Perfect for your home, fridge, or friend who loves tiny creatures.

Ages 14+

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

Glass Swizzle Sticks

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Aug 1, 2026 at 4:30 pm

Stir in style. In this introductory workshop, make elegant, colorful swizzle sticks for your drinks, houseplants, or garden décor using a 3,000°F torch. Guided by a skilled instructor, learn torch basics and explore decorative techniques to make a functional or decorative glass set. Fun to make, beautiful to use, and perfect to keep or gift.

Ages 14+

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

Stained Glass Suncatcher

$175 MEMBER PRICE: $175
Calendar Next available session starts Aug 1, 2026 at 5 pm
PGC 165

Get started with stained glass. In this introductory workshop, you'll create a beautiful decorative suncatcher from a variety of provided patterns. Under the guidance of a skilled instructor, you'll learn basic stained glass techniques including glass cutting, copper foiling, and soldering. At the end of the workshop, you’ll take home a beautiful piece that brightens any space.

 

Ages 14+

 

Fast Track Flameworking: Spring Flower Bouquet

$165 MEMBER PRICE: $165
Calendar Next available session starts Aug 8, 2026 at 10 am
Spend a day surrounded by color and creativity as you craft your own bouquet of glass flowers in this full-day beginner workshop. Working with borosilicate glass and a 3,000°F tabletop torch, you’ll learn how to melt, shape, and bring glass to life with vibrant color and sculptural detail. Demonstrations throughout the day will guide you in forming petals, sculpting leaves, and exploring different techniques for assembling your blossoms.

Design your flowers to stand tall on 6” clear stems, perfect for a vase or potted plant, or add loops to transform them into wearable pendants. You will gain a solid foundation in studio safety, torch operation, essential sculpting techniques, and experience the joy of working with molten 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 Suncatcher

$175 MEMBER PRICE: $175
Calendar Next available session starts Aug 8, 2026 at 10 am

Get started with stained glass. In this introductory workshop, you'll create a beautiful decorative suncatcher from a variety of provided patterns. Under the guidance of a skilled instructor, you'll learn basic stained glass techniques including glass cutting, copper foiling, and soldering. At the end of the workshop, you’ll take home a beautiful piece that brightens any space.

 

Ages 14+

 

Fused Glass Platter

$165 MEMBER PRICE: $165
Calendar Next available session starts Aug 8, 2026 at 3 pm
PGC 140

Serve up style with your very own handmade glass platter. In this introductory 4-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to cut, design, and assemble colorful sheet glass, glass granules (frit), and thin glass rods (stringers) into your own pattern under the guidance of a skilled instructor.

Once your design is complete, we’ll fuse it in the kiln to create a dazzling platter perfect for serving your favorite food, or simply displaying as a handmade work of art. Platters can be made in a variety of sizes including 7" x 12", 10" x 10", 8" x 8", or 9" round. 

Ages 14+ 

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

Fused Glass House Number or Name Plaque

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Aug 14, 2026 at 6 pm

Give your home a creative welcome. In this introductory workshop, design a custom fused glass plaque featuring your house number or family name. With guidance from a skilled instructor, you’ll learn how to cut and assemble colorful sheet glass into a mosaic-style panel. Once you design it, we’ll fire it in the kiln so all the pieces become one, a bold one-of-a-kind marker for your home.

 

Ages 14+

 

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

Fused Glass Platter

$165 MEMBER PRICE: $165
Calendar Next available session starts Aug 15, 2026 at 10 am

Serve up style with your very own handmade glass platter. In this introductory 4-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to cut, design, and assemble colorful sheet glass, glass granules (frit), and thin glass rods (stringers) into your own pattern under the guidance of a skilled instructor.

Once your design is complete, we’ll fuse it in the kiln to create a dazzling platter perfect for serving your favorite food, or simply displaying as a handmade work of art. Platters can be made in a variety of sizes including 7" x 12", 10" x 10", 8" x 8", or 9" round. 

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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