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Beads

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next session starts Jan 10, 2026 at 3 pm

Melt, twirl, and spin your way to tiny works of art. In this introductory workshop, you’ll heat glass rods over a 3,000°F torch and learn to shape, layer, and decorate your very own beads. Guided by a skilled instructor, add dots, trails, and swirls to make colorful creations that are 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.

Glass Fidget/Worry Stones

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 11, 2026 at 10:30 am
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Glass Swizzle Sticks

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 11, 2026 at 1 pm
Stir in style. In this introductory workshop, make elegant, colorful swizzle sticks for your drinks, houseplants, or garden décor using a 3,000°F torch. Guided by a skilled instructor, learn torch basics and explore decorative techniques to make a functional or decorative glass set. Fun to make, beautiful to use, and perfect to keep or gift.

Ages 14+

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

Bottle Stoppers

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 11, 2026 at 3:30 pm
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Flameworked Bugs

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 14, 2026 at 6 pm
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Mini Monsters and Creatures

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 16, 2026 at 6 pm
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Fast Track Flameworking: Glass Garden

$165 MEMBER PRICE: $165
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 17, 2026 at 10 am
Bring a garden to life in glass. In this full-day beginner flameworking workshop, you’ll sculpt your own glass ecosystem using a 3,000°F torch. Shape cheerful flowers, plump vegetables, curious bugs, and a few sneaky slugs as you explore the art of solid glass sculpting. Have an idea for another springtime creature or plant? There may be time to explore your own inspired designs, too.

You will gain a solid foundation in studio safety, torch operation, essential sculpting techniques, and experience the joy of working with molten glass.

Come ready to create and let your imagination bloom in 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.

Flameworked Glass Hearts

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 18, 2026 at 11 am
We love glass. In this introductory workshop, learn to heat, shape, and add color to glass using a 3,000°F torch to make a glass statement of love. Guided by a skill instructor, you’ll turn your heart creation into a pendant, magnet, or both. Keep them close to your heart or share with a loved one.

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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