Classes & Events Calendar :

Class Title: Mosaics:101

Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: No previous glass cutting or mosaic experience is needed.

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Experience the classical art of glass mosaic in this one-day workshop. This class will introduce students to the direct mosaic method using traditional mosaic design elements. Learn glass cutting techniques, gluing and grouting applications along with tips on designing or modifying patterns. Students will work on an 8” wood base in class. Students will be able to choose from several patterns.
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Safety: Please do not wear sandals if handling glass. Safety glasses should be worn when cutting glass, will be provided if needed
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Tools & Materials Included:
                        Patterns will be provided.
                        8” wooden mosaic surface
                        Mosaic materials (glass pieces, glass globs, glass tile and ceramic tile),
                        glue and grout for project are included.
                        Use of our grinders and saws
                        Use of our mosaic nippers

Additional Tools & Materials:
                 Optional: Your own mosaic tools, glass cutting and breaking tools
                 You may bring your own glass mosaic material.

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Instructor: Steena Gaut

Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on projects

Class Description: Students will learn set-up, use of equipment and sandblast cabinet maintenance. Create original works of art by cutting your own stencils for surface etching. Each student may cut two stencils, using an Exacto knife, from our stencil design collection and then learn how to surface etch on cathedral glass.

Safety: Please do not wear sandals if cutting or handling glass. Please wear safety glasses.

Tools & Materials Included: Students will have their choice of stencil designs.
                                                Sandblast resist, Glass for two projects

Additional Tools & Materials: Optional - paper/pen for notes

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Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Create a unique bowl with a custom shaped drop ring. Students will learn how to make fiberboard molds; one for casting glass and one for dropping the glass through. Fuse glass with frit, confetti and stringers to create a one-of-a-kind piece of art! No experience is necessary. Fusing schedules and temperatures will be covered. The bowl will be fused and slumped after class and is usually available one week after class. Pieces can be mailed for a small fee.

Safety: Please do not wear sandals if cutting or handling glass. Safety glasses must be worn during class, provided if needed.

Tools & Materials Included: Use of our frits, confetti, and stringers

Additional Tools & Materials: Paper and pen for notes - optional

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Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: Previous glass fusing is recommended but not required.

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Sandblasting is a versatile process with a wide range of possibilities for fusing.  In this class we will discuss the reasons to consider sandblasting a fused piece along with the applications and effects.  Students will learn how to properly and effectively sandblast glass while creating several fused pieces.  Find out how to further finish a sandblasted project.  See examples of textural and visual effects that sandblasting makes possible, such as: surface treatmens, carving, and creating patterns in iridized glasses.  All materials are included.  Some previous fusing experience is recommended.  Students may bring a previously fused piece to class for sandblasting.

Safety: Please do not wear sandals if cutting or handling glass. Safety glasses must be worn during class, provided if needed.

Tools & Materials Included: An outline and printed fusing schedules will be provided. Use of our sandblaster.  Fusible glass and sandblasting materials.  Glass cutting and breaking tools will be available for use.

Additional Tools & Materials: Students may want to bring their own cutting and breaking tools.
Pen/paper for notes.

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Instructor: Steena Gaut

Approx. Material Cost: $10

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Students will learn how to apply and manipulate enamels on copper surfaces. The proper tools and equipment will be demonstrated and each student will make small jewelry pieces. Students will then have the opportunity to create decorative home décor pieces. Multiple techniques will be discussed, including sgrafitto.

Safety: Safety glasses and particle dust mask must be worn.

Tools & Materials Included: Tool /equipment, Enamels

Additional Tools & Materials: Small copper pieces for enameling and your choice of the following: #75851 Oval bowl #75852 Square bowl #75853 Round coaster #75854 Round bowl

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Make a beautiful fused glass bird bath for your yard or garden.  In this 2½ hr class you will create your own unique  custom glass bowl for the bird bath. The class will include all the decorative glass elements you will need and even the metal stand to complete the project. Choose from several design options or bring your own.  Students will use fusible glass frit, stringers and cut glass to create their own garden master pieces.
No experience is required but glass cutting experience would be helpful.

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Instructor: Steena Gaut

Approx. Material Cost: Included, see below

Experience Required: Must have taken a beginning stained glass class and understand basic stained glass construction, including cutting glass and soldering.

Type of Class: Hands-on class, including demonstrations and in-class working time. Students will make a small bevel cluster.

Class Description: Are you ready to go beyond making sun catchers and small panels? This class will give you the knowledge and confidence to take on larger architectural jobs. Learn helpful hints for cutting glass for lead came projects, making and using piece patterns, assembly, cementing, professional clean-up techniques, and proper reinforcing techniques for larger panels. Each panel must be 20 in. x 20 in. or smaller.

Safety: Please do not work with solder or lead if you are expecting. Do not wear sandals if cutting or handling glass. Closed toe shoes are preferred. Safety glasses should be worn; will be provided if necessary.
NOTE: We will be using cement with a high turpentine content. Although we will be working in a well ventilated area, students who are unusually sensitive to turpentine vapors may need to omit cementing their projects.

Tools & Materials Included: All materials included. Material provisions include one simple bevel cluster suitable for the more complex panel; Spectrum, or similar glass; cames and other materials for both panels; and framing supplies for one project. Students may select one bevel cluster from 6 possible bevel clusters and the related patterns, and /or from 6 additional patterns for their projects. If students wish to do other basic patterns, they must be pre-approved by the instructor. Students may wish to bring their own glass cutting tools or lead working tools, if they have them. Tools will be provided as needed.

Additional Tools & Materials: Students may want to bring: Cutting and breaking tools, soldering iron, lead came cutting tools Delphi will have available all tools necessary for class.

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Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Get into the exciting world of torchworked glass art, and begin to master borosilicate, the ultimate glass for making contemporary glass sculpture and pendants. In this 7 hour class, instructor Val Oswalt-de Waard will provide an introduction to the safe set up and operation of professional grade torches, including all the hoses, couplings, oxygen and propane pressure gauges. Students will have an opportunity to experiment with color, while creating pendants and small solid forms.

Safety: Please do NOT wear open toed shoes or sandals. Long pants are recommended but not mandatory. Natural fiber clothes are best, cotton, linen, etc. Long hair should be tied back. Safety glasses must be worn, glasses are provided in class if needed.

Tools & Materials Included: Each student will have the use of a complete workstation, including torch, hand tools and borosilicate glass.

Additional Tools & Materials: None

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Class Title:
Glass on Glass Window Mosaic
 
Approx. Material Cost:
Included
 
Experience Required:
No glass cutting or mosaic experience necessary.
 
Type of Class:
Demonstration and hands - on projects
 
Class Description:
Create a shimmering glass mosaic window in this one-day class.  Find out about the proper adhesives for doing glass on glass mosaics.  Working with transparent stained glass, students will learn simple cutting techniques.  Designing for mosaics will also be covered.  Bring your own glass window (no larger than 20 “ x 20”) or purchase one at class (approx. $25).  Stained glass and adhesive will be provided.  Bring your own glass cutting and mosaic nippers or borrow ours during class.  No glass cutting or mosaic experience is necessary.   
 
Safety:
Please do not wear sandals if cutting or handling glass. Safety glasses must be worn during class, provided if needed.    
 
Tools and materials included:
Stained glass, adhesive
Use of glass cutting tools and mosaic nippers
 
Additional Tools & Materials:
Optional: Pen and paper for notes. Students may want to bring design ideas; designs can be simple black and white line art, such as clip art.
Students can purchase a glass window for around $25 or bring their own. A picture frame with glass also makes a good surface for your project. (no larger than 20" x 20")
 
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Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: No previous glass fusing necessary.  Glass cutting would be helpful but not necessary.

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Description: Learn the inside and out of how to successfully make fused glass Pocket Vases.  The Decorative options when combining texture and function are truly endless.  This Class will provide all you need to know to create a one of a kind free standing pocket vase with wrought iron stand included.  Students will also make a second decorative pocket vase suitable for hanging.  This class is a one day, 4 hour classs that will focus on firing schedules, sizing, incorporating wire and adding three dimensional texture.

Safety: Please do not wear sandals if cutting or handling glass. Safety glasses must be worn during class, provided if needed.

Tools & Materials Included: All fusing materials are included and cutting tools are available for use.

Additional Tools & Materials: Paper and pen for notes - optional

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Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: Students must have previous fusing experience, such as a beginning fusing class like Fusing Is Fun or Beginning Fusing: 101.

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on projects

Class Description: In this course students will gain more fusing experience, become familiar with various kilns both manual and with computerized controllers. Learn to program our most popular kilns’ controllers. Students will execute several projects using different firing schedules for fusing, slumping, and special effects - like textures, bubbles, etc. Delphi will supply a selection of molds for use in the class.

Safety: Please do not wear sandals if cutting or handling glass. Safety glasses must be worn during class, provided if needed.

Tools & Materials Included: Fusible glass for two small projects. An outline and printed fusing schedules will be provided. Use of our grinders and saws

Additional Tools & Materials: Students may want to bring their own fusible glass or dichroic. Pen/paper for notes

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Instructor: Val Oswalt-De Waard

Approx. Material Cost: $10

Experience Required: No previous flameworking or glass blowing is required.

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Create custom blown glass ornaments the simple way. Making custom glass ornaments is easy with Glaskolben pre-blown clear glass cylinders with blow pipe ends. These ornaments have the look reminiscent of traditional European artisans. Students will use a Hot Head torch and MAPP gas to create several ornaments. Use 90 COE frits and stringers to customize your holiday decorations. No previous flameworking or glass blowing experience is required. All materials are included except for MAP/Pro gas.

Safety: Please do NOT wear open toed shoes or sandals. Long pants are recommended but not mandatory. Natural fiber clothes are best, cotton, linen, etc. Long hair should be tied back. Safety glasses must be worn, glasses are provided in class if needed.

Tools & Materials Included: Each student will have the use of a complete workstation, including torch, hand tools and glass. Glaskolben pre-blown clear glass cylinders Glass frit Safety glasses will be provided.

Additional Tools & Materials: Students must bring 1 tank of MAP/Pro gas - (Delphi does not sell). Available at most hardware or big box home improvement stores.

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Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: No fusing or glass cutting experience required.

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on projects

Class Description: Looking for something different to do with your leftover fusible scrap bits, or just to have something truly unique sitting on your mantle? Combine the sleek, modern look of kiln cast glass and the old school appeal of mosaic with this fun filled 3 hour class. Create your own mosaic on a 10” circle using No Days Thin Fuse adhesive film. Tips for using the film and achieving the appearance of grout lines will be covered in class. Projects will be fired by the Instructor after class and will be ready to pick up after a week, or shipped to you for a small fee.

Safety: Safety glasses should be worn during class. Glasses will be provided if necessary.

Tools & Materials Included: Fusible glass and frits as needed, adhesive film.
Fusible Hangers available for display.
Use of our brushes, spoons, tweezers and heat gun.

Additional Tools & Materials: Feel free to bring design inspiration for your piece!  We will have paper available if you wish to draw your pattern.

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Approx. Materials Cost: Included

Experience Required: No glass cutting or fusing experience is required.

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project.

Class Description: Discover a new way to create with frit in this half-day class. See how to make a beautiful          slumped flower as you learn a fun and unique way to blend frit colors. Students will work with powders and other sized frits while making fun and interesting color patterns and mixes. The flowers will be slumped on molds manufactured by Creative Paradise Inc  Complete firing schedules, mold preparation, and instruction will be covered in class. Sudents will also learn how to mount these flowers on copper stems.

Safety: Safety glasses must be worn, glasses will be provided in class if necessary.

Tools & Materials Included: Fusible glass and frits for project.

Additional Tools & Materials: Paper and pen for notes - optional

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Instructor: Val Oswalt-De Waard

Approx. Material Cost: $0

Experience Required: No previous flameworking or glass blowing is required.

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Blow some Glaskolben tubes for ornaments and  to fuse into a decorative plate.  Students will blow a few glass globes, keeping some as ornaments and or using the less than perfect ones to decorate a clear colorful abstract plate .  Make your own one of a kind accent plate by fusing some of the blown glass globes, glass frit  and glass stringer to a clear base piece of glass.  No glass fusing experience is necessary.  All materials are included.

Safety: Please do NOT wear open toed shoes or sandals. Long pants are recommended but not mandatory. Natural fiber clothes are best, cotton, linen, etc. Long hair should be tied back. Safety glasses must be worn, glasses are provided in class if needed.

Tools & Materials Included: Each student will have the use of a complete workstation, including torch, hand tools and glass. Glaskolben pre-blown clear glass cylinders Glass frit Safety glasses will be provided.

Additional Tools & Materials: none

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Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: Intermediate and Advanced mosaic experience

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: In this class we will use greyscale values rather than traditional colors to create form and
expression in creating a mosaic pet portrait. Precision cutting techniques will be covered, as
well as andamento, glass selection and shading.
Since this technique is more time consuming, a finished portrait is not expected at the end of the
three-day workshop, however, the eyes and a good portion of the face can be completed,
depending on the experience of each student. This workshop is intended for intermediate or
advanced mosaic artists and should not be used as an introduction to making mosaics.
Students can either work on a black and white photo provided by the instructor, or can provide a
PHOTO prior to the class. Photos provided by the students should be high resolution showing
good detail (not out of focus) and have fairly strong contrast between values.
The instructor will map out the design before the class if using a photo supplied by the student
prior to the class.
A phone with a camera is recommended, as we will be using this as a tool in class to see
grayscale values.

Safety: Please wear safety glasses when cutting glass, provided if needed.

Tools & Materials Included: Includes all materials, use of our tools

Additional Tools & Materials: Students may want to bring: Mosaic nippers or tools to work with stained glass.
The instructor will be contacting students regarding photos for their project ans recommending tools. 

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Instructor: Val Oswalt-De Waard

Approx. Material Cost: $12

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Come try beadmaking in this 3 hour beginner workshop. This class will provide an overview of glass beadmaking using a torch. Turn glass rods into glass beads in this hands-on introduction to beadmaking. All materials and use of our torches are included in this fun and informative warm glass experience.

Safety: Please do NOT wear open toed shoes or sandals. Long pants are recommended but not mandatory. Natural fiber clothes are best, cotton, linen, etc. Long hair should be tied back. Safety glasses must be worn, glasses are provided in class if needed.

Tools & Materials Included: Glass rods, use of mandrels and torches, hand tools

Additional Tools & Materials: MAP/Pro gas: one pound yellow can Sold in hardware or big box home improvement stores - Delphi does not sell this!

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Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: Students must have previous fusing experience, such as a beginning fusing class like Fusing Is Fun or Beginning Fusing: 101.

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Learn about the different types of metals for fusing in this intermediate fusing class. Students will explore the interactions and reactions caused by the various metals and glasses. The various metals used in class will include copper, brass, gold leaf, silver leaf and wire, aluminum foil and others. Learn the secret for keeping copper shiny after it has been fused between two layers of glass. See how to minimize air bubbles in your finished pieces. Topics such as firing schedules, metal reactions, and designing projects will be covered.

Safety: Please do not wear sandals if cutting or handling glass. Safety glasses must be worn during class, provided if needed.

Tools & Materials Included: An outline and printed fusing schedules will be provided. Use of our grinders and saws. A variety of metals and some fusible glass.

Additional Tools & Materials: Students may want to bring additional fusible glass (90 COE). Pen/paper for notes.

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Instructor: Val Oswalt-De Waard

Approx. Material Cost: None

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Create your own fine quality writing pen and try your hand at beadmaking in this workshop. Students can choose colors to make beads that complement the color of the pen.  Make a stunning accessory for you, or personal gifts that family and friends will use and treasure. No experience is necessary.

Safety: Please do NOT wear open toed shoes or sandals. Long pants are recommended but not mandatory. Natural fiber clothes are best, cotton, linen, etc. Long hair should be tied back. Safety glasses must be worn, glasses are provided in class if needed.

Tools & Materials Included: Glass rods, use of mandrels and torches, hand tools, pen

Additional Tools & Materials: None

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Instructor: Val Oswalt-De Waard
   
Approx. Material Cost:  Included
 
Experience Required: Some previous borosilicate experience is required.
 
Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project
 
Class Description:  Are you ready to take your boro experience to the next level? Take this one-day class to refresh and expand your flameworking skills. Learn to stretch your beginning talent into accomplishing small delightful characters. Our focus in this class will be on sculpting creatures like seahorses, dolphins and turtles.
 
Safety: Please do NOT wear open toed shoes or sandals. Long pants are recommended but not mandatory. Natural fiber clothes are best, cotton, linen, etc.  Long hair should be tied back. Safety glasses must be worn, glasses are provided in class if needed.
 
Tools & Materials Included: Torches and some materials provided.
 
Additional Tools & Materials: Students are expected to bring hand tools for torch work, mandrels and glass rods.
 
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Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Make a beautiful mosaic table for your home or for a gift! Learn the basics of the direct mosaic method that can be applied to many different surfaces. Students will begin the table top in class and finish the project at home. All steps for completing the project will be demonstrated during class. Using strips of glass and mosaic nippers students will create a sunface design using colorful stained glass. Students may bring another pattern if they choose instead of the supplied sunface pattern. Students with glass cutting experience may bring their favorite glass and cutting tools.

Safety: Please do not wear open toe shoes if cutting or handling glass. Safety glasses should be worn; they will be provided if necessary.

Tools & Materials Included: Sunface pattern
18 in. round wooden table top and 19 in. wrought iron table legs (#425660)
Stained glass strips
Grout and glue
Use of our mosaic nippers

Additional Tools & Materials: Students with glass cutting experience may bring their favorite glass nippers.
Students may bring a different pattern.  Instructor will be able to size the pattern accordingly.
Note: Students may want to bring a snack/lunch for the 10am-2:30pm class. A break will be provided to go out for lunch.

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