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.

Intermediate / Advanced Beadmaking

6 Saturdays: May 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th & June 6th

9:00am – 12:00pm

Designed for students ready to expand their flameworking abilities, this class focuses on refining technique while exploring more complex forms and designs.

Instruction is tailored to the individual, allowing each student to grow at their own pace while building confidence and control in the flame. Topics may include creating and using stringers and cane, florals, hollow forms, marbles, and advanced dot pattern work.

This is the perfect class for those looking to push their skills further, develop their personal style, and explore new creative possibilities in glass.

Marbles 1 Workshop

Saturday, May 2nd

12:00pm - 3:00pm

Discover the mesmerizing art of marble making! In this workshop, students will learn how to gather, shape, and balance glass to create beautiful, round marbles.

We’ll explore color application and simple design techniques while developing control and confidence in the flame. A relaxing and rewarding introduction to one of flameworking’s most magical forms.

Beginning / Intermediate Beadmaking

6 Sundays: May 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th 31st & June 7th

9:00am – 12:00pm 

This class is a perfect introduction to the art of flameworking, as well as a supportive space for continuing students to refine their skills. We will focus on building a strong foundation—learning how to control molten glass while creating clean, well-shaped beads.

Students will explore different methods of forming beads on the mandrel, along with shaping techniques, dot application, and simple pattern design. Emphasis is placed on consistency, control, and understanding how glass behaves in the flame.

Whether you are brand new or looking to strengthen your fundamentals, this class offers a relaxed and creative environment to grow your skills in glass.

Marbles 2 Workshop

Sunday, May 3rd

12:00pm - 3:00pm

Ready to take your marble skills further? This workshop builds on foundational techniques while introducing more dynamic and intricate designs.

Students will explore patterns such as deep twists, folded cane, and layered effects to create visually stunning marbles. A perfect next step for those who have taken Marbles 1 or have prior experience.

MORE ENGRAVING, ETCHING with Linda Jacobs

3 Mondays: May 4th, 11th & 18th * 10:00am – 12:00pm

This one is for all levels – beginner, intermediate, and up! Students will bring ideas from pictures, drawings, etc. to work into a masterpiece! You can do it. Work at your own speed, learn how to handle the engraver and get hooked! Those who have taken the class before will work on sculpting raised glass in the manner of Lalique, etal. Beginners, the sky is the limit!

Materials cost: $15 - included in cost of class

Age: 17 and up

HANGING PLANT POCKETS with Linda Jacobs

2 Thursdays: May 7th & 14th * 10:00am – 12:00pm

Catch those beautiful little budding flowers from your yard and garden and save them in a lovely fused glass plant pocket you can hang on your wall. Work in gorgeous stained glass and see what you can accomplish!

Materials: $15 - included in cost of class

Ages: 17 and older

Flameworking Sampler Workshop

Sunday, May 10th

12:00pm - 3:00pm

Curious about flameworking? This sampler workshop offers a little bit of everything! Students will get hands-on experience working both on and off the mandrel while creating beads and marbles using soft glass.

This class is ideal for anyone wanting to explore the possibilities of flameworking in a fun, supportive environment before diving deeper into specific techniques.