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Fused Glass Coasters

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Current session started Jan 23, 2026 at 6 pm

PGC 123 Make your coffee table pop with your own handmade glass coasters. In this introductory workshop, learn to cut and assemble sheet glass and combine it with frit (colored glass granules) and stringers (thin colored glass rods) to design a set of one-of-a-kind coasters.

 

Once you design them, we’ll fire your creations in the kiln fusing all the pieces into a cohesive set of functional coasters, perfect for your home or as a fun handmade gift.

 

Ages 14+

 

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

Full Course

Introduction to Stained Glass

$550 MEMBER PRICE: $550
Calendar Next session starts Jan 24, 2026 at 9:30 am, runs for 8 weeks

PGC 1 In this introductory class, you will learn the basics for working with flat colorful glass such as cutting, grinding, foiling, and soldering. You'll explore the famous Tiffany method of construction and work with provided patterns to create a finished stained glass panel ready for display. No experience necessary. This class is designed for beginners, and is a prerequisite for Intermediate Stained Glass.

 

Class tuition includes 2 hours of open-studio time to be used during the 8-week course period. Open Studio is held on Monday Nights 5:00pm - 9:00pm.

 

Multiweek classes do not meet the week of 3/1-3/7.

 

Ages 14+

Full Course

Stained Glass Terrarium

$175 MEMBER PRICE: $175
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 24, 2026 at 1 pm

Build glass magic for your windowsill. In this introductory 4-hour workshop, you’ll combine the beauty of glass with the strength of solder to craft a small three-dimensional stained glass terrarium. Perfect for small plants, cuttings, or propagations, each piece becomes a stunning home for your greenery. Under the guidance of a skilled artist, you’ll learn essential stained glass techniques including glass cutting, copper foiling, soldering, and assembling. At the end of the workshop, you’ll take home a handcrafted terrarium that’s ready to showcase your plants in style.

Ages 14+

 

Fused Glass House Number or Name Plaque

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 24, 2026 at 6 pm
PGC 69

Design Your Own Art Glass

$540 MEMBER PRICE: $540
Calendar Next session starts Jan 25, 2026 at 9:30 am, runs for 8 weeks
Express yourself and design your own sheets of glass. First, you will learn several techniques for working with glass powder, frit, and stringer to design your own glass. Next, you will use your custom made glass in fused glass projects to create beautiful objects based on your personal style. No experience needed.

Class does not meet on 3/1.

Ages 14+

Full Course

Intermediate Stained Glass

$550 MEMBER PRICE: $550
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 25, 2026 at 1 pm, runs for 8 weeks

PGC 1 Choose from a variety of patterns and learn the traditional technique of lead came. This technique is necessary to create a window that will be exposed to outdoor elements. Understanding this technique will allow you to feel comfortable moving forward with larger, more permanent stained glass creations.

 

Prerequisite: Introduction to Stained Glass or 24 hours of stained glass experience with instructor experience is required.

 

Class does not meet on 3/1.

 

Ages 14+

Introduction to Stained Glass

$550 MEMBER PRICE: $550
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 25, 2026 at 4:30 pm, runs for 8 weeks

PGC 1 In this introductory class, you will learn the basics for working with flat colorful glass such as cutting, grinding, foiling, and soldering. You'll explore the famous Tiffany method of construction and work with provided patterns to create a finished stained glass panel ready for display. No experience necessary. This class is designed for beginners, and is a prerequisite for Intermediate Stained Glass.

 

Class tuition includes 2 hours of open-studio time to be used during the 8-week course period. Open Studio is held on Monday Nights 5:00pm - 9:00pm.

 

Multiweek classes do not meet the week of 3/1-3/7.

 

Ages 14+

Stained Glass Dragonfly

$115 MEMBER PRICE: $115
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 30, 2026 at 6 pm

PGC 123 Craft a whimsical glass dragonfly. In this introductory workshop, you’ll explore the fundamentals of stained glass. Under the guidance of a skilled instructor you’ll learn to cut, shape, and assemble glass into delicate wings. Then you’ll solder your creation with glass gems into a charming, decorative piece. A perfect project for beginners who love colorful, nature-inspired art.

 

Ages 14+

 





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