Classes
FUS07 - Fusing On Edge
In this three-week glass fusing class, students will explore the exciting possibilities of on-edge construction, a technique that involves standing strips of sheet glass on their edges and fusing them together to create dynamic, dimensional designs. Through hands-on practice, students will complete sample tiles and two unique projects, experimenting with both structured and organic compositions. The class will cover essential tips for cutting and arranging glass strips, firing schedules for successful fusing, and techniques for achieving special effects. Glass will be provided for sample projects the first week. Students will need to bring or purchase glass for additional projects in the colors of their choice.
Cost: $ 145.00
In this three-week glass fusing class, students will explore the exciting possibilities of on-edge construction, a technique that involves standing strips of sheet glass on their edges and fusing them together to create dynamic, dimensional designs. Through hands-on practice, students will complete sample tiles and two unique projects, experimenting with both structured and organic compositions. The class will cover essential tips for cutting and arranging glass strips, firing schedules for successful fusing, and techniques for achieving special effects. Glass will be provided for sample projects the first week. Students will need to bring or purchase glass for additional projects in the colors of their choice.
Cost: $ 145.00
3DSGF02: 3D Stained Glass Flowers
In this three-week stained glass class, students will learn to create beautiful three-dimensional stained glass flowers, perfect for display or gifting. Using provided patterns and wire, participants will cut, foil, and solder their chosen glass colors to bring their floral designs to life. Instruction will cover techniques for shaping petals, assembling 3D forms, and securing elements with wire for added stability. Students must bring their own glass, copper foil, and solder to personalize their projects. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this class offers a fun and creative way to expand your stained glass skills!
Cost: $ 135.00
In this three-week stained glass class, students will learn to create beautiful three-dimensional stained glass flowers, perfect for display or gifting. Using provided patterns and wire, participants will cut, foil, and solder their chosen glass colors to bring their floral designs to life. Instruction will cover techniques for shaping petals, assembling 3D forms, and securing elements with wire for added stability. Students must bring their own glass, copper foil, and solder to personalize their projects. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this class offers a fun and creative way to expand your stained glass skills!
Cost: $ 135.00
FGS: Fused Glass Garden Stakes Workshop
Even in the desert, you can have a colorful garden! You should know how to cut glass to take this workshop, but do not need fusing experience to create a dynamic piece of art for your landscape! Students will need to purchase the glass stand of their choice, (Prices range from 35.00 - 42.00.) The studio will provide a clear piece of base glass as well and a variety of colors to use for your piece. You may want to bring or purchase additional glass to bring your vision to life!
Cost: $ 70.00
Even in the desert, you can have a colorful garden! You should know how to cut glass to take this workshop, but do not need fusing experience to create a dynamic piece of art for your landscape! Students will need to purchase the glass stand of their choice, (Prices range from 35.00 - 42.00.) The studio will provide a clear piece of base glass as well and a variety of colors to use for your piece. You may want to bring or purchase additional glass to bring your vision to life!
Cost: $ 70.00
FUS01: Fusing 1 - Crank up the Heat
Using 90 COE glass, you will learn the fundamentals of fusing. We create an experimental glass tile, a night-lite, a ring dish, a piece of jewelry, and an additional project. Some of the projects will be taken to a full fuse and some will be tacked fused...the dish will be slumped. We will furnish most supplies and the kiln time. You will furnish the creativity and some additional supplies if desired.
Cost: $ 150.00
Using 90 COE glass, you will learn the fundamentals of fusing. We create an experimental glass tile, a night-lite, a ring dish, a piece of jewelry, and an additional project. Some of the projects will be taken to a full fuse and some will be tacked fused...the dish will be slumped. We will furnish most supplies and the kiln time. You will furnish the creativity and some additional supplies if desired.
Cost: $ 150.00
FUS02: Shaping Glass: Kilncarving and Custom Shapes
Explore the possibilities of shaping glass with kilncarving and Custom Mold making to and add depth and texture to your fused glass work. In this 3-week class, students will use a variety of methods to make several small pieces using positive and negative relief as well as a final piece that showcases your newly acquired skills. Techniques included are kilncarving with fiber paper, Silke Mat and weaving glass. Glass and materials will be provided for the first class. Students will need to purchase glass for their second project week 2. Fusing I recommended, but not required.
Cost: $ 155.00
Explore the possibilities of shaping glass with kilncarving and Custom Mold making to and add depth and texture to your fused glass work. In this 3-week class, students will use a variety of methods to make several small pieces using positive and negative relief as well as a final piece that showcases your newly acquired skills. Techniques included are kilncarving with fiber paper, Silke Mat and weaving glass. Glass and materials will be provided for the first class. Students will need to purchase glass for their second project week 2. Fusing I recommended, but not required.
Cost: $ 155.00
LED01: Beginning Lead & Bevels- Lead Me Entertain You
In this redesigned class you will construct a panel with bevels and colored glass. You will also learn how to build a jig, where to start with lead when making a rectangular project, and how to putty and finish the piece. Your project can be any size between 8"x 8" and 14"x 14". You will need to purchase the glass for your project or bring in your own. We will supply the lead, bevels, tools and supplies. The jig will be built on a wooden, mdf, or homasote board. Students should have completed Stained Glass I and II.
Cost: $ 150.00
In this redesigned class you will construct a panel with bevels and colored glass. You will also learn how to build a jig, where to start with lead when making a rectangular project, and how to putty and finish the piece. Your project can be any size between 8"x 8" and 14"x 14". You will need to purchase the glass for your project or bring in your own. We will supply the lead, bevels, tools and supplies. The jig will be built on a wooden, mdf, or homasote board. Students should have completed Stained Glass I and II.
Cost: $ 150.00
LMP1: Prairie Style Panel Lamp
Choose from 3 construction techniques and multiple patterns to make a Prairie-Style lamp shade. Depending on your skill level, you can purchase a base or build your own custom glass base in the glass base class to follow. The shade class lasts 3 weeks.
Cost: $ 165.00
Choose from 3 construction techniques and multiple patterns to make a Prairie-Style lamp shade. Depending on your skill level, you can purchase a base or build your own custom glass base in the glass base class to follow. The shade class lasts 3 weeks.
Cost: $ 165.00
MOS01: Mosaics I - Little Pieces Add Up
In this 3-week class you will make a small mosaic, or bring in a substrate of your choice! Learn the design fundamentals behind mosaics as well as how to chip, glue, and grout a mosaic using glass. We supply the pattern or bring one of your choosing to be interpreted in mosaic arts. Glass and substrate provided.
Cost: $ 150.00
In this 3-week class you will make a small mosaic, or bring in a substrate of your choice! Learn the design fundamentals behind mosaics as well as how to chip, glue, and grout a mosaic using glass. We supply the pattern or bring one of your choosing to be interpreted in mosaic arts. Glass and substrate provided.
Cost: $ 150.00
MOS02: Mosaic II
What is your mosaic style? Expand on the technical skills learned in Mosaic One by refining your cutting skills and developing your andamento style. We will use materials that can be mounted outside while exploring methods for creating gradients and using transparent glass to create special effects. Substrates, thinset and grout will be provided as well as a selection of glass to use for your project
Cost: $ 165.00
What is your mosaic style? Expand on the technical skills learned in Mosaic One by refining your cutting skills and developing your andamento style. We will use materials that can be mounted outside while exploring methods for creating gradients and using transparent glass to create special effects. Substrates, thinset and grout will be provided as well as a selection of glass to use for your project
Cost: $ 165.00
SG01: Stained Glass I - Beginning with Foil
This is our beginning class where we use the foil method of construction. In this 4-week class you will learn how to cut, grind, foil and solder glass components while making two class projects. Price includes supplies for your first project. You select from a wide array of free patterns and you purchase glass, foil, and solder for your second project.
Cost: $ 175.00
This is our beginning class where we use the foil method of construction. In this 4-week class you will learn how to cut, grind, foil and solder glass components while making two class projects. Price includes supplies for your first project. You select from a wide array of free patterns and you purchase glass, foil, and solder for your second project.
Cost: $ 175.00
SG01INT: Stained Glass I - Beginning with Foil - 2-Day Intensive
This is our beginning class where we use the foil method of construction. In this 2-day class you will learn how to cut, grind, foil and solder glass components while making two class projects. Price includes supplies for your first project. You select from a wide array of free patterns and you purchase glass, foil, and solder for your second project. There will be an hour break for lunch. This Class is also available in a 4-week format.
Cost: $ 175.00
This is our beginning class where we use the foil method of construction. In this 2-day class you will learn how to cut, grind, foil and solder glass components while making two class projects. Price includes supplies for your first project. You select from a wide array of free patterns and you purchase glass, foil, and solder for your second project. There will be an hour break for lunch. This Class is also available in a 4-week format.
Cost: $ 175.00
SG02: Stained Glass II - Foiled Again
This 4-week class is the next step in learning the copper foil technique. In this 4-week class you will learn how to make a small (12" x 15") panel. We begin with how to build a jig to frame the project and end by teaching how to finish the edges with a zinc frame. You will purchase the approved pattern book and all materials. There will be soldering homework for this class.
Cost: $ 160.00
This 4-week class is the next step in learning the copper foil technique. In this 4-week class you will learn how to make a small (12" x 15") panel. We begin with how to build a jig to frame the project and end by teaching how to finish the edges with a zinc frame. You will purchase the approved pattern book and all materials. There will be soldering homework for this class.
Cost: $ 160.00