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Flameworked Turtles
Shell yeah. In this introductory workshop, create tiny turtles from molten glass using a 3,000°F torch. Guided by a skilled instructor, learn torch basics and add colors, texture, and personality. Add a loop or magnet to make them 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.
Fused Glass Seder Plate
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.
Craft and Cocktails: Shake, Stir, Swip, and Swizzle! Make-It-Now Glass Swizzle Stick
This immersive experience goes beyond your average mixology class. It’s perfect for cocktail lovers, mocktail enthusiasts, or anyone looking to elevate their happy hour with hands-on artistry.
Your experience includes:
- A guided cocktail making lesson led by Banter Brother Mobile Bartending, where you’ll learn to make one of three delicious cocktail or mocktail options.
- A complimentary blown glass from PGC’s own Penn/Fairmount line of glassware line — yours to sip from and take home.
- A 20-minute Make-It-Now swizzle stick session in the flame shop, where you’ll design and craft your own custom glass stirrer to pair perfectly with your signature drink.
- Soak in the lively ambiance with tasty light snacks and captivating live glassblowing demonstrations happening all night long.
Whether you’re flying solo or coming with friends, this is more than just a class. It’s an experience that blends artistry, hands-on fun, and great taste. Cheers to that!
If you register for a later glassmaking slot, we suggest arriving early to enjoy all this event has to offer. Make-It-Now experiences offer a quick hands-on introduction to the magic of glassmaking. In the flame shop, you’ll work one-on-one with a skilled local artist at a 3,000° tabletop torch. In about 20 minutes or less, you’ll work together to heat, shape, color, and craft your glass item. Perfect for beginners, these short experiences give a taste of the excitement, skill, and artistry that goes into working with glass in a supportive, guided setting.
Ages 21+
Guests under 21 not permitted.
Due to the nature of hot glass, items cannot be taken home the same day they are created. All items made in the flame shop must go through an annealing process to slowly cool the glass. Items are available for pick-up after 5 days. Shipping can be arranged on site the day of your activity.
Craft and Cocktails: Shake, Stir, Swip, and Swizzle! Make-It-Now Glass Swizzle Stick
This immersive experience goes beyond your average mixology class. It’s perfect for cocktail lovers, mocktail enthusiasts, or anyone looking to elevate their happy hour with hands-on artistry.
Your experience includes:
- A guided cocktail making lesson led by Banter Brother Mobile Bartending, where you’ll learn to make one of three delicious cocktail or mocktail options.
- A complimentary blown glass from PGC’s own Penn/Fairmount line of glassware line — yours to sip from and take home.
- A 20-minute Make-It-Now swizzle stick session in the flame shop, where you’ll design and craft your own custom glass stirrer to pair perfectly with your signature drink.
- Soak in the lively ambiance with tasty light snacks and captivating live glassblowing demonstrations happening all night long.
Whether you’re flying solo or coming with friends, this is more than just a class. It’s an experience that blends artistry, hands-on fun, and great taste. Cheers to that!
If you register for a later glassmaking slot, we suggest arriving early to enjoy all this event has to offer. Make-It-Now experiences offer a quick hands-on introduction to the magic of glassmaking. In the flame shop, you’ll work one-on-one with a skilled local artist at a 3,000° tabletop torch. In about 20 minutes or less, you’ll work together to heat, shape, color, and craft your glass item. Perfect for beginners, these short experiences give a taste of the excitement, skill, and artistry that goes into working with glass in a supportive, guided setting.
Ages 21+
Guests under 21 not permitted.
Due to the nature of hot glass, items cannot be taken home the same day they are created. All items made in the flame shop must go through an annealing process to slowly cool the glass. Items are available for pick-up after 5 days. Shipping can be arranged on site the day of your activity.
Fused Glass Dish
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.