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Sculpted Glass Paperweights

$135 MEMBER PRICE: $135
Calendar Next available session starts Mar 8, 2026 at 1 pm

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.

Fused Glass Seder Plate

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Mar 11, 2026 at 6 pm
PGC 77

Stained Glass Candle Holder

$175 MEMBER PRICE: $175
Calendar Next available session starts Mar 14, 2026 at 1 pm

Capture the light with glass. In this introductory 4-hour workshop, you'll harness the structural power of glass and solder to create a beautiful three-dimensional candle holder that is perfect for creating magical ambience. Under the guidance of a skilled artist, you’ll learn essential stained glass techniques including glass cutting, copper foiling, soldering, and assembling. At the end of the workshop, you’ll take home a handcrafted candle holder that will add charm to any space.

Ages 14+

 

Stained Glass Mushroom

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Mar 14, 2026 at 5:30 pm
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Mini Monsters and Creatures

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next session starts Mar 15, 2026 at 1 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.

Full Course

Flameworked Whales

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Mar 15, 2026 at 3:30 pm
PGC 57

First Day of Spring! Hot Shop Glass Garden Sampler

$135 MEMBER PRICE: $135
Calendar Next available session starts Mar 20, 2026 at 6 pm
Start your glass garden and celebrate the first day of Spring. In this Spring-themed introductory workshop, make two different glass garden items. You will gather glass from the 2,100°F furnace and add color. Then guided by a skilled instructor, you will twist, pull, and sculpt it to create one whimsical mushroom and one fantastic glass flower.

This workshop is a fun introductory experience to hot glass sculpting. Each participant will make two unique seasonal creations, perfect for brightening your home or gifting to a fellow garden lover.

Ages 14+

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

Mini Mushrooms

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Mar 20, 2026 at 6 pm

Bring the forest indoors. In this introductory workshop, heat and shape glass rods with a 3,000°F torch to create whimsical mini mushrooms. Guided by a skilled instructor, learn torch basics and add color and details for pendants or tiny figurines perfect for plants or to display.

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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