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Fused Glass Ornaments

$115
Calendar Next available session starts Dec 17, 2026 at 6 pm
Celebrate the season with fused glass in this introductory workshop. Guided by a skilled instructor, you’ll explore the basics of fused glass, learn to cut and layer colorful sheet glass, frit (colored glass granules), and stringers (thin colored glass rods) to design your own luminous ornament.

Once your design is complete, we’ll fire it in the kiln to fuse all the pieces together into a one-of-a-kind work of glass art. Whether your style is festive, whimsical, modern, or classic, your finished ornament will catch the light beautifully for seasons to come. Perfect for gifting, hanging on the tree, or adding a little sparkle to your space all year long.

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

Mini Monsters and Creatures

$115
Calendar Next available session starts Dec 17, 2026 at 6 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.

 

 

 

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

3D Stained Glass Winter Tree

$200
Calendar Next available session starts Dec 19, 2026 at 10 am
Bring a little sparkle to your seasonal décor! In this introductory 4-hour workshop you’ll create a stained glass winter tree sculpture. Under the guidance of a skilled instructor, you'll learn the fundamentals of stained glass including how to cut glass, follow a three-dimensional (3D) pattern, use the copper foiling method, and solder your pieces together.

Using colorful sheet glass and traditional stained glass techniques, you’ll construct a freestanding three-dimensional tree sculpture perfect for displaying on a tabletop, mantel, or windowsill throughout the winter season.

Fast Track Flameworking: Winter Warm Up

$155
Calendar Next available session starts Dec 19, 2026 at 10 am
Warm up for winter in this full-day beginner flameworking workshop. Working with borosilicate glass and a 3,000°F tabletop torch, you’ll learn how to melt and sculpt solid glass rods into seasonal winter forms like flamecicles, snowpeople, and other frosted-inspired sculptures. Demonstrations throughout the day will guide you through shaping, detailing, and building expressive forms in glass, with additional time available to explore other winter-themed designs by request.

You will gain a strong foundation in studio safety, torch operation, and essential solid sculpting techniques while working through a range of playful, winter-inspired projects.

Note: Class includes a 30-minute lunch break. Lunch is not provided, but a refrigerator is available for student use.

Stained Glass Twinkle Lights

$115
Calendar Next available session starts Dec 19, 2026 at 5:30 pm
PGC 245 Brighten up the season with handmade glass. In this introductory workshop, you’ll explore the fundamentals of stained glass while creating a colorful set of festive light bulb decorations. Under the guidance of a skilled instructor, you’ll learn glass cutting, the copper foiling method, and soldering.

Using colorful sheet glass and traditional stained glass techniques, you'll assemble a series of two-dimensional stained glass bulbs that can be strung together as cheerful seasonal décor or used individually as ornaments and gift toppers. Each finished piece brings a playful pop of color and handmade sparkle to the holidays. Each participant will make up to 3 bulbs.

Blown Glass Ornaments

$135
Calendar Next available session starts Dec 20, 2026 at 9 am
Deck the halls with something handmade! In this introductory workshop, you will gather glass from the 2,100°F furnace and add colors of your choice. Then, guided by a skilled instructor, you’ll blow and shape the glass into a festive ornament.

This workshop is a fun introductory experience into hot glassblowing. Each participant will make two blown glass ornaments, perfect for trimming the tree, gifting to someone special, or adding a little sparkle to your space all year long.

Flamecicles

$105
Calendar Next available session starts Dec 20, 2026 at 10 am

Catch the winter light. In this introductory workshop, create shimmering glass flamecicles using a 3,000°F torch. Guided by a skilled instructor, learn torch basics and explore shaping techniques to pull and twist elegant frozen inspired forms. Fun to make, beautiful to hang, and perfect to keep or gift.

Stained Glass Winter Tree

$175
Calendar Next available session starts Dec 20, 2026 at 10 am
Branch out and create something beautiful! In this introductory 4-hour workshop you’ll create a stained glass winter tree panel. Under the guidance of a skilled instructor, you'll learn the fundamentals of stained glass including how to cut glass, follow a pattern, use the copper foiling method, and solder your pieces together.

Using colorful sheet glass and traditional stained glass techniques, you’ll assemble a beautiful winter tree design that catches and transforms light. Your finished piece is perfect for displaying in a window or on a wall throughout the season.





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