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Mini Mushrooms

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 4, 2026 at 12:30 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.
Stained Glass Suncatcher
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Stained Glass Suncatcher

$175 MEMBER PRICE: $175
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+

Mosaic Frame

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 4, 2026 at 5 pm
Why settle for a plain frame when you can make one that truly shines? In this fun, introductory workshop, you’ll transform a wooden photo frame base into a vibrant, personalized work of art using colorful glass and optional cabochons for extra sparkle. With guidance from a skilled instructor, learn how to design and arrange your glass pieces, then glue them onto your frame. We’ll provide a grouting demonstration, and you’ll finish your frame at home using the grout supplied in class to give your glue time to dry.

Leave with a one-of-a-kind frame that adds color, personality, and a touch of handmade magic to any photo.

Ages 14+

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

Glass Fidget/Worry Stones

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 6, 2026 at 6 pm
Melt your stress away. In this introductory workshop, learn the basics of using a 3,000°F torch and shape molten glass into colorful worry or fidget stones that fit perfectly in your hand or pocket. Guided by a skilled instructor, you’ll apply color and surface texture to make it your own. Perfect for finding your center, a tool for fidgeting, or great for gifting.

Ages 14+

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

Blown Glass Catch-All Bowls

$135 MEMBER PRICE: $135
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 7, 2026 at 6 pm
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Flameworked Bugs

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 7, 2026 at 6 pm

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.

Sculpted Glass Succulents

$135 MEMBER PRICE: $135
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 8, 2026 at 6 pm
Grow your creativity and no green thumb required. In this introductory workshop, you’ll gather glass from the 2,100°F furnace and add color. Then guided by a skilled instructor, you will sculpt and blow your own unique glass succulents. No sunlight or soil required.

This workshop is a fun introductory experience into hot glassblowing and hot glass sculpting. Each participant will craft two whimsical succulents, perfect for display, gifting, or brightening any space with a touch of glassy greenery.

Ages 14+

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

Simple Flameworked Birds

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 8, 2026 at 6 pm
Tweet yourself to something new. In this introductory workshop, heat glass rods using a 3,000°F torch and learn to shape into simple bird forms. Guided by a skilled instructor, learn torch basics and add color to make these one-of-a-kind creations. Add a glass loop to make it a pendant or keep them as cute 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.




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