The Fall Class Schedule is below.
Tuition payment is needed to reserve a seat for all classes and workshops. You can register by phone or in person.
No refunds will be given on class tuition. Will reschedule into a future class only if 10 days notice is provided.
Cost reflects tuition price only. Unless otherwise noted materials and glass are extra.
You must bring your own tools or purchase them prior to class. Grinders are available for use during all scheduled classes.
Tool rental is available for beginners' class only.
BEGINNING STAINED GLASS CLASSES
Beginning Stained Glass - Evening | $125 | Oct 10 - Dec 5 FULL |
Thursday 7pm-9pm |
Beginning Stained Glass - Evening | $125 | Oct 29 - Dec 17 FULL |
Tuesday 7pm-9pm |
Beginning Stained Glass - Daytime | $125 | Oct 30 - Dec 18 | Wednesday 11am-1pm |
INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED CLASSES
The Fall Class Schedule is below.
Birds w/ Wire Work | $50 | Sep 21 - Oct 19 IN SESSION |
Saturday 11am-2pm |
Lead Came Panel | $60 | Oct 9 - Nov 13 | Wednesday 7-9pm |
Stepping Stone | $70 (own mold) $75 (studio mold) |
Nov 2 - 30 | Saturday 11am-1pm |
3-D Christmas Church | $60 | Nov 20 - Dec 18 | Wednesday 7-9pm |
Bevel Snowflake | $45 | Dec 12 - 19 | Thursday 7-9pm |
Fused Holiday Panel | $50 | Dec 7 - 21 | Saturday 11am - 2pm |
Beginning Stained Glass Class | Tuition: $125
Learn the basics of stained glass using the Copper Foil method. Here you will be taught how to make a lightcatcher and a panel framed in zinc. This is a meaty class as you will learn glass selection, how to score and break glass, foil, grind, clean, and much more. An informative class that will get you started in the Art of Stained Glass! Tools and supplies are required and should be purchased prior to class. A rental program available for those not wishing to purchase tools.Length: 8 Weeks.
Colorful Critters | Tuition: $50
Make a colorful animal with a multitude of colors. Lots of designs to choose from including an owl, rooster, cat, lion, eagle, hummingbird, puma, phoenix, dragon, elephant, horse, and more! These designs range from 20 to over a 100 pieces. They are made to use a random color scheme, but you can use a more traditional scheme if you prefer. Also a great way to make use of all your scrap glass. Tuition includes pattern. Glass and material additional.Length: 5 Weeks.
Copper Foil Panel Class | Tuition: $75
Here's another "Next Step" project for the Intermediate Craftsman. Learn how to make a large Copper Foil Panel using internal reinforcement for those large projects. A free pattern of approximately 4 square feet with 100 – 200 pieces will be provided. There are several patterns to choose from. Tuition includes pattern. Glass and material additional.Length: 8 Weeks.
Metal Art Panel Class | Tuition: $55
Use wire to create design elements to incorporate with brass stampings or small pewter pieces to accentuate a stained glass panel. Some decorative soldering techniques are taught as well. Glass,wire, other design elements and material additional.Length: 3 Weeks.
Mosaic Class | Tuition: $55
Here's a fun class. Learn how to accent flower pots, table tops, frame, mirrors, trivets – your choice and great fun. If you know how to cut glass, the designs you can make are endless, and if you don't know how to cut glass, don't feel left out ‘cause there are other wonderful and easy designs you can use to make your treasured piece! Item to mosaic must be brought to class, Glass and materials additional.Length: 2 Weeks.
Nautical Shell Art Panel Class | Tuition: $50
Use a sliced Nautilus or other large shell and design a panel around it. Add smaller shell, beach glass or nugget elemenets to compliment the art piece. Some decorative soldering techniques are taught as well. Glass, shells other design elements and material additional.Length: 5 Weeks.
Angel Class | Tuition: $65
Learn how to make a large Angel (12"x24" w/approx. 175-200 pieces) Some wire reinforcement techniques will be taught for this mid-size free form. This is an intermediate to advanced glass. Tuition includes pattern (there are six patterns to choose from). Glass and material additional.Length: 7 Weeks.
Open Class | Tuition: $20 per night
If you're having trouble completing or fixing a project, we'll give you the benefit of our experience and walk you through your difficulties and help you complete it. This is NOT a structured class where we teach you how to make a project from start to finish, BUT - we're here to help you in a more casual atmosphere. You'll be able to utilize our knowledge, classroom, and possibly one of our little gizmos like a came bender for round panels, to make the job easier. You'll not only learn a little something for your project but glean lots of info listening as we help the other students in the class with their projects! Get your glass crafting friends together and have some fun! You can sign up for 1 night and/or both nights.Picture Frames | Tuition: $50
Learn how to build a 4X6 picture frame using straight line bevels and glass nuggets. We will show you how to embellish your frame and some decorative soldering will be shown. This project is simple yet elegant and a beautiful way to frame your favorite photo. Tuition fee includes bevels, nuggets and wire for backing. Soldering materials additional.Length: 1 Day.
Shell Resin Picture Frame | Tuition: $75
Learn how to make a resin art panel using sand, shells, a picture frame and acrylic resin. Tuition includes the picture frame, shells, sand, and resin. Project will be left to cure over the weekend. Students may pick up their piece the following Tuesday.Length: 1 Day.
Resin Art Picture Frame Christmas Tree| Tuition: $75
Learn how to make a resin art Christmas Tree panel using glass, mini decorations, a picture frame and acrylic resin. Tuition includes all materials. Project will be left to cure over the weekend. Students may pick up their piece the following Tuesday.Length: 1 Day.
Glass Cutting Workshop | Tuition: $35
Learn how to score and break glass using different style glass cutters, breaking pliers, straight edge and more. A great class for mosaic crafters how want to incorporate shapes nut possible with mosic nippers. Also a great cutting refresher for those who have not done stained glass in a while. Tuition fee includes an 8" x 12" piece of float glass to practice on. Additional glass may be purchased if desired. Black marker, cutter and breaking tools should be brought or you can simply observe or purchase the tools needed if desired.Length: 1 Day.
Soldering Workshop | Tuition: $40
Learn the properties of different solder mixes and their application. How to draw a smooth, rounded, well incorporated solder bead. Several decorative soldering techniques as well as foil tricks to help fix cutting and grinding mistakes. Bring a small project ready to solder. Tuition fee includes a piece of float glass to practice decorative soldering. Tools/Supplies needed: A foiled project ready to solder must be brought to class along with all your solder equipment and supplies.Length: 1 Day.
Stepping Stones | Tuition: $70 (own mold) $75 (use of studio mold)
Learn to make a traditional stepping stone using a mold, stained glass, sand topping mix and concrete. If using a studio mold first come basis. Choice of round, square, hexagon, heart, moon, or compass) Sand Topping Mix, concrete, and wire reinforcement is included in tuition fee. Tuition reduced to $70 if own mold brought to class and used. Glass additional.Length: 5 Weeks.
Window Plating Class | Tuition: $65
Learn the "Tiffany Style Window Plating" technique of placing a second and third piece of glass over a portion of the panel to alter the color, give it depth, and create a special effect. Different designs to choose from. Tuition includes free pattern. Glass and material additional.Length: 6 Weeks.
Flat Panel Lamp Shade | Tuition: $55
This is your next step up to lamp making. This is the flat panel method – no molds required for this one. Use of a jig is important to ensure panel uniformity; alternate methods of positioning the panels for soldering, tinning and attaching the vase cap will be taught. Tuition includes choice of pattern. Glass and materials extra.Length: 5 Weeks.
Resin Christmas Lantern | Tuition: $75
Learn how to make a resin art panels using glass, frit and acrylic resin on the glass panels of a metal Lantern. Tuition includes the metal lantern, glass, frit and resin. You may bring your own trinkets and such if desired, otherwise all materials are provided with tuition. Project will be left to cure over the weekend. Students may pick up their piece the following Tuesday.Length: 1 Day.
Tiffany Lamp Revisited | Tuition: $75
Make a beautiful flat panel lamp shade with an innovative designs to emulate the classic Tiffany shades. This flat panel method requires no molds. Use of a jig is important to ensure panel uniformity; alternate methods of positioning the panels for soldering, tinning and attaching the vase cap will be taught. Glass and materials extra.Length: 8 Weeks.
Table Lantern - 3 or 4 Sided | Tuition: $65
A slightly different twist on the traditional table lamp design. In this class you will make and corectly wire either a triangular table lantern raised slightly on brass rods and mounted on a wooden base or a simple box lantern. Tuition includes pattern. Glass, Wood Base, Lamp and wiring material additional.Length: 5 Weeks.
Fused Lantern | Tuition: $50
In this class you will make a triangular table lantern with one of the 3 panels in a fused design of your choice. It is assembled on raised brass rods and mounted on a wooden base. Tuition includes pattern. Glass, Wood Base, Lamp & wiring material additional.Length: 5 Weeks.
Shell or Nugget Lamp Shade | Tuition: $45
Here's a little something different to light up your way. Build a Lamp using glass nuggets on a small 7" Worden Form. There's really no design per say on this but if you are feeling creative by all means! You can utilize sea shells, agates, and of course nuggets. Tuition includes free usage of small mold. Glass and materials extra.Length: 5 Weeks.
Fused Dichroic Jewelry | Tuition: $35
In this class you will explore a little fusing. You will make several small fused pieces using the System 96 glass and Dichroic glass to make pendants, earrings, broach, etc. No experience needed. Tuition includes all materials needed for this class. A great make and take home project.Length: 1 Day.
XTreme Dichroic Jewelry | Tuition: $50
Learn to make simple and decorative jewely using dichro scraps. You will be shown how to enhance your black base with dichroic glass on top to accentuate and highlight your piece as well as adding simple design shapes to it. A dremel tool with small diamond ball bits and a morton surface are needed for this class. Glass & materials are extra.Length: 2 Weeks.
Fused Cat Wind Chime | Tuition: $45
Another charming alternative for your wind chime collection! Here you will learn how to drill holes in glass, assemble the cat, prepare for fusing and then string the chimes. Glass and materials extra. Pattern making and glass cutting experience required.Length: 4 Weeks.