Intro to Beadmaking Workshop

1 session • 3 hours per session 

Sat April 4th • 12–3 PM

Description:

Step into the world of glass art with this beginner-friendly beadmaking workshop! Learn how to wind molten glass onto a mandrel, shape it, and add simple color and design elements. A perfect hands-on introduction before joining the 6-week beadmaking course.

Hollow Beads

3 sessions • 3 hours per session 

Sundays • Apr 5, 12 & 19 • 12–3 PM

Description:

Explore the beauty and complexity of hollow glass forms! Over three weeks, you’ll learn a different hollow bead technique each session—using both soft glass and borosilicate. Work on a mandrel and a mini blowpipe as you create stunning, lightweight hollow pieces. Some flameworking experience recommended.

In this class you will blow a special shaped vessel. 

Please note it will be hot in the glass studio. Long hair must be pulled back, closed toed shoes are requried. 

Thursday, April 9th 

1 pm to 4 pm 

Marbles Workshop

1 session • 3 hours 

Sat April 11th • 12-3pm

Description:

Discover the mesmerizing art of marble making! Learn to shape and design colorful marbles using soft glass rods in a creative, relaxing environment. A perfect introduction to one of flameworking’s most magical forms.

In this class you will blow a special shaped vessel. 

Please note it will be hot in the glass studio. Long hair must be pulled back, closed toed shoes are requried. 

Saturday, April 11th 

1 pm to 4 pm 

Torch Enamel on Copper Jewelry I

Sunday, April 12th  1-4 pm

Materials: $25 included

Ages: 16 and up

This is a make-and-take class. Use a stationary torch to create enameled copper shapes for earrings and other jewelry. Basic torch safety will be discussed. Several techniques will be explored, including cutouts, sgraffito, and color blending. All materials are included.

IMPORTANT: Students taking glass courses using a torch must wear natural fiber clothing (i.e., cotton shirt and denim jeans), closed-toe shoes, and hair tied back and out of the way. Loose clothing that will be in the way of the torch is strongly discouraged. Please wear clothing that is not essential to your wardrobe. AN N95 RESPIRATION MASK IS REQUIRED for your safety.

Flameworking Sampler Workshop

1 session • 3 hours

Saturday April 18th - 12-3pm

Curious about flameworking? This introductory workshop gives you hands-on experience with the torch as you explore bead-making, marble shaping, and simple borosilicate sculpting. Students will also create a bead stand and marble stand to take home.