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Fused Glass Seder Plate

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Mar 25, 2026 at 6 pm

Create a meaningful centerpiece for your Passover celebration. In this introductory workshop, you’ll design and craft your own fused glass Seder plate, combining tradition with contemporary glass art.

Under the guidance of a skilled instructor, learn how to cut and arrange colorful sheet glass, add details with frit (colored glass granules) and stringers (thin glass rods), and explore layout and design as you personalize each symbolic section of the plate. Once complete, your piece will be fired in the kiln fusing all the elements into a stunning, functional work of art.

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 Mar 25, 2026 at 6 pm
PGC 164

Flameworked Bugs

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Mar 26, 2026 at 6 pm
PGC 39

Sculpted Glass Succulents

$135 MEMBER PRICE: $135
Calendar Next available session starts Mar 26, 2026 at 6 pm
PGC 130

Fused Glass Dish

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Mar 27, 2026 at 6 pm

Turn sheets of glass into a sparkling, functional work of art. In this introductory workshop, you’ll learn to cut sheet glass into geometric shapes and combine them with frit (colored glass granules) and stringers (thin colored glass rods) to design a one-of-a-kind dish.

Once your design is complete, we’ll fire it in the kiln to fuse everything together and then shape it in a mold, creating a beautiful and functional piece. Perfect for holding spare change, serving small snacks, displaying jewelry, or simply adding a touch of glassy sparkle to your space.

Ages 14+

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

Fast Track Flameworking: Spring Flower Bouquet

$165 MEMBER PRICE: $165
Calendar Next session starts Mar 28, 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.
Full Course

Fusing for Stained Glass

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

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+

Fused Glass Platter

$165 MEMBER PRICE: $165
Calendar Next available session starts Mar 28, 2026 at 2:30 pm

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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