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Fused Glass Charcuterie Plate

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 9, 2026 at 6 pm
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Hot Shop Winter Sampler

$135 MEMBER PRICE: $135
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 9, 2026 at 6 pm

Double the fun, double the creativity. In this festive introductory workshop, you’ll make two distinct glass creations. You’ll gather glass from the 2,100°F furnace and add color. Then guided by a skilled instructor, you will create one festive blown glass ornament and one sculpted snowperson.

 

This workshop is a fun introductory experience to hot glass sculpting AND hot glassblowing. Each participant will make two unique seasonal creations, perfect for decorating or gifting.

 

Ages 14+

 

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

Sculpted Glass Paperweights

$135 MEMBER PRICE: $135
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 10, 2026 at 9:30 am
Turn up the heat and let your creativity take shape. In this introductory workshop, you’ll gather glowing molten glass from the 2,100°F furnace and add colors of your choice. Then guided by a skilled instructor, you will twist, pull, and sculpt it into one-of-a-kind paperweights bursting with color and personality.

This workshop is a fun introductory experience into hot glass sculpting. Each participant will make two fun and functional paperweights, perfect for your desk, shelf, or as a thoughtful gift.

Ages 14+

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

Flameworked Glass Flowers

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 10, 2026 at 10 am
Bring the garden indoors. In this introductory workshop, heat and shape glass rods using a 3,000°F torch to create up to three glass flowers. Guided by a skilled instructor, learn torch basics and experiment with adding colors, petals, and leaves. Create stems for display or add glass loops to wear as pendants. Start your glass bouquet or share a blossom with a friend.

Ages 14+

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

Fusing for Stained Glass

$265 MEMBER PRICE: $265
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 10, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 1 week
1 additional session on Mar 28, 2026

Bring a whole new dimension to your stained glass projects by learning to create your very own art glass. In this 2-day introductory workshop, you’ll explore the interplay and possibilities between kilnforming and stained glass. On day one, you’ll dive into the colorful world of kilnforming as you learn glass cutting and fusing fundamentals. Experiment with accessory glass like frit and stringers to design and build your own custom art glass sheet.

On day two, discover how to incorporate your one-of-a-kind fused creations into a stained glass suncatcher. You’ll learn how to cut, foil, and solder your fused glass into a finished piece that glows with your personal touch.

Perfect for beginners and experienced glass artists alike. This workshop is a creative fusion of color, technique, and imagination.

This workshop meets 10am-2pm on Saturday, and 1pm-5pm on Sunday.

Ages 14+

Mini Monsters and Creatures

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 10, 2026 at 12:30 pm
It’s alive… in glass. In this introductory workshop, spark your imagination as you twist, melt, and sculpt your own glass monsters and mythical creatures using a 3,000°F torch. Guided by a skilled instructor, learn torch basics and add colors, texture, and personality. Add a glass loop or keep them as sculptures, perfect to wear, share, or show off.

Ages 14+

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

Upcycled Bottles

$95 MEMBER PRICE: $95
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 10, 2026 at 1 pm
Give your empty bottles and jars a second life. In this introductory workshop, you’ll transform everyday glass into beautiful and functional pieces like drinking glasses, vases, candle holders, or unique decor.

Bring 2–4 clean bottles or jars, and a skilled instructor will guide you through cutting, grinding, polishing, sandblasting, and engraving to create your own custom designs.

To make the most of your creative time, please remove any paper labels before the workshop.

Get ready to upcycle, refresh, and reimagine your glass.

Ages 14+

Beads
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Beads

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next session starts Jan 10, 2026 at 3 pm

Melt, twirl, and spin your way to tiny works of art. In this introductory workshop, you’ll heat glass rods over a 3,000°F torch and learn to shape, layer, and decorate your very own beads. Guided by a skilled instructor, add dots, trails, and swirls to make colorful creations that are perfect to wear, share, or show off.

 

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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