Classes & Events Calendar :

Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Students will be taught basic lead construction for an engraved bevel, surrounded by colored glass, with a 1½ in. bevel border. Class includes techniques for cutting, fitting, soldering, cementing, and cleaning your panel.

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.

Tools & Materials Included: All materials needed for this class. Use of our grinders during class.

Additional Tools & Materials: If you wear glasses, please bring them. You will be cutting the lead came into 90 degree angles. Latex/rubber gloves for cementing. Inexpensive face mask for cementing. You may bring your own stained glass tools if desired. NOTE: Please wear old clothes, cementing is messy! You may want to bring a lunch/snack for an optional ½ hour break.

See the cancellation policy.

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

See the cancellation policy.

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Hands-on project

Class Description: Have you ever wondered about PMC metal clay but wanted to try it out before clearing a spot in the studio? Or just looking to make a meaningful gift for a friend (or yourself)? Come experiment with us in this 3 hour beginner workshop! This class involves creating 3-5 charms with PMC clay, finishing them, and then firing them using a butane torch. All materials, including a bracelet and jump rings for your finished charms, are included.

Safety: Safety goggles available for class use

Tools & Materials Included: PMC clay, findings, use of torches, texture sheets, stamps, and rollers

Additional Tools & Materials: None

Cancellation Policy: If you are unable to attend class for any reason please contact Delphi at least 3 business days prior to the start date of the class. You may cancel and receive a refund or you may transfer to another class. Please call to cancel or transfer.

Experiment with two fun fusing techniques in this one-day class. Students will create an open pattern design "coral" bowl along with a drip fuse "jellyfish" glass sculpture.  Students will cut glass strips and arrange them into their own designs.  Tips for cutting thin strips will be covered.  Students will also construct and execute a drip fusing.  Discussion will include different ways to accomplish a drip fuse.  Both of these fused glass pieces will be created in class.  Pieces will be fused and available for pick up or shipping at a later date.  Detailed fusing instructions will be covered.
All materials are included.  Some previous fusing experience is required.

Instructor: Steena Gaut

Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on projects

Class Description: This is a beginning class to learn how to work with liquid acrylic enamels, powder enamels, and water color enamels. Glassline and Milton Bridge pens and Pebeo paints will also be covered in this two-hour class. Students will also learn special techniques using sgrafitto and wet-packing. Students can make two projects that will be fused at a later date at our location and picked up or can be shipped for a small fee.

Safety: Delphi recommends that you do not wear sandals or open toed shoes when cutting or handling glass. Safety glasses should be worn during class. Glasses will be provided if necessary.

Tools & Materials Included: Glass, Enamels Use of tools

Additional Tools & Materials: Paper/pen for notes

See the cancellation policy.

Instructor: Steena Gaut

Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Create stunning pieces of unique jewelry by learning copper enameling. Each student will learn the preparation of copper, applying enamel, firing and proper safety. Choose from a variety of opaque and transparent enamels to customize your design. Hands-on work allows you to use and understand the tools and supplies involved in firing this ancient art.

Safety: Safety glasses are suggested.

Tools & Materials Included: Use of our enamel supplies and tools, copper blanks for jewelry pieces. 

Additional Tools & Materials: Paper and pen for notes. Students may want to purchase extra copper shapes for more jewelry pieces as time allows.

See the cancellation policy.

Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on projects

Class Description: Learn how to create a mosaic lantern using a recycled wine bottle with Julie Haan. In this 4½ hour class instruction will include techniques in bottle cutting, finishing sharp edges, use of mosaic tools, and application. All mosaic materials will be included along with patterns. Students will need to supply their own bottle to mosaic on. Students will be using the Creator's Premium Bottle cutter in class.  Julie will also show the different bottle cutters that are available. 
No previous mosaic or bottle cutting experience is necessary.

Safety: Please do not wear sandals if handling glass. Safety glasses should be worn when handling and cutting glass.

Tools & Materials Included: Mosaic materials (glass pieces, glass globs, glass tile) and glue for project are included.
Use of our mosaic nippers
Use of Creator's Premium Bottle cutter

Additional Tools & Materials: Students should bring 3 to 4 standard wine bottles that are clean with the labels removed.

See the cancellation policy.

Each February at Delphi we host the Winter Warm Up store event. This is a day dedicated to the exhilarating art of hot glass, both fusing and flameworking. Each year we feature 3-4 technique specific sessions that cover tips for beginners, inspirational ideas, as well as something for those already skilled in the craft. Join us for this FREE one day event and experience the excitement of creating fused and flameworked glass art. Check out the full calendar of FREE one day events at Delphi.

Come and get inspired at this one day special event! 

10:30 am         Introduction to Flameworking
Interested in or new to flameworking?  This presentation is for you!  Discussions will include a brief overview of torchworking with soft glass (104 COE) and borosilicate glass. Demonstrations will include beadmaking in soft glass.

11:30pm          The Basics of Pipemaking
Instructor Dan Helwig will be here to demonstrate how to create a simple pipe.  Dan will show how to pull points and blanks along with the fundamentals of pipe making.

 12:30pm          Creating Glass Components in the Kiln
Use heat and gravity along with glass accessories like frit, stringer, and vitrigraph to create unique design elements. Demonstrations will include stacking, layering and extracting specific patterns from the fused glass components.

1:15pm            Iridized Fusible Glasses
What is it? How permanent is it?  Different manufacturers, different colors; gold, silver and rainbow, etc. See some interesting ways to utilize metallic coated glass.

FREE Event. No Registration Required.


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*One-Day In Store Savings! During the event you can save big on favorite fusing and flameworking products.

*Offers valid February 8, 2020, in-store only and limited to on-hand inventory. Sorry no back-orders or rain checks. Discounts are off retail prices. Sale prices not valid with any other offer.

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

See the cancellation policy.

Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: Glass cutting skills are recommended.

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on projects

Class Description: Turn your photographs into fused works of art in this fun class. Preserve your memories while creating a glass heirloom. Learn how to work with the water-slide photo fusing paper and create a rich sepia toned decal. We will then incorporate the decal into a fused glass design. Students will complete a 10 in. plate or four 4 in. tiles in this 2½ hour class. Students need to email photos ahead of class so they can be prepared by the instructor. All materials are included; no fusing 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 & Materials Included: Fusible glass for either 1 – 10 in. plate or 4 – 4 in. tiles
*Please inform instructor when emailing photos which project you would like to do.
Use of our grinders and kilns
Glass cutting tools will be available.
Please email photo(s) and project size (10 in. plate or 4 in. tiles) to: [email protected]
Photos should be of a good quality (good resolution) and not too small (less than 60K)

Additional Tools & Materials: Optional: Pen and paper for notes
Your own glass cutting tools

See the cancellation policy.

Approx. Material Cost: None

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on projects

Class Description: This 1½ hour class will show you how to cut any glass like a pro. Your instructor will demonstrate the standard technique for using any of several “pencil shaped” cutters, and how to use other popular types of cutters, including the pistol grip and Thompson grip cutters. Students will receive samples of glass, and try several different types of cutters.

Safety: Safety glasses should be worn when cutting glass. They will be provided if necessary.

Tools & Materials Included: All materials and use of our tools

Additional Tools & Materials: Students may want to bring their own glass cutter, breaking/grozer pliers, running pliers and safety glasses.

See the cancellation policy.

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

See the cancellation policy.

Instructor: Roy Kapp

Approx. Material Cost: Depends on project

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: Not sure at what temperature to best slump your glass project? Then this informative and hands-on class is just for you. Topics will include how glass reacts to temperature, how different styles of molds require different temperatures, how glass thickness affects the slumping process and many others. Students will have an opportunity to make a fused piece that will be slumped at a later date by the instructor. Students will be encouraged to create their own slumping schedules based on their fused piece and type of slump desired. Slumping schedules for drop rings, floral formers, ceramic and stainless steel molds will be covered. This is a great opportunity to try a new mold and slumping technique. Students will have access to a variety of different slumping molds for use in 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: An outline and printed fusing schedules will be provided. Use of our grinders, saws and slumping molds.

Additional Tools & Materials: Students should bring glass for projects. Pen/paper for notes, glass cutting tools

See the cancellation policy.

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.

See the cancellation policy.

Approx. Material Cost:
Included
 
Experience Required
No fusing or glass experience necessary.
 
Type of Class
Demonstration and hands - on projects
 
Class Description:
Make fabulous fused glass jewelry for yourself or for a gift in this 4-hour fun class. 
Learn how to design, layer, and fuse decorative glass in a jewelry casting mold.  Each student will have the use of their own table top kiln. All aspects of the fusing process will be discussed as well as suggestions on jewelry findings and types of adhesives. Each student will make 2 fashion rings, 2 pairs of earrings and 2 pendants.  No fusing or glass experience is necessary.  All materials are included.
 
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:
Fusible 90 COE glass and frit.
Dichroic glass
Use of glass cutting tools and
Jewelry findings to finish 2 rings and 2 pair of earrings.
 
Additional Tools & Materials:
Optional: Pen and paper for notes.
 
Tuition:
$60     4 Hrs. 
 
Class start:
10am – 2pm  (1hr lunch @approximately 12:30-1:30pm)
 

Approx. Material Cost: Depends on choice of pattern, glass, base or wiring

Experience Required: Have taken a beginning stained glass class, and have made some panels in the last year or two

Type of Class: Lecture and demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Create a beautiful stained glass lamp for your home or as a gift. Panel lamps are fun and easy to create with only a little copper foil experience. Students will learn to select the proper pattern, size, glass and base/wiring. Get advice on the best glass to use for your lamp style as well as lamp base recommendations. We’ll provide tips for easy assembly, wiring, and more.

Safety: Please do not work with solder or lead if you are expecting. Open toed shoes and sandals are not recommended when cutting and handling glass. Safety glasses are recommended when cutting and grinding glass.

Tools & Materials Included: Use of our grinders and saws

Additional Tools & Materials: Your own glass tools and supplies
Selected during class: pattern, glass, foil and matching patina, vase cap, spider, or crossbar, base or wiring

See the cancellation policy.

Approx. Material Cost: Depends on project

Experience Required: Have taken a beginning stained glass class

Type of Class: Demonstration and project

Class Description: If you have taken a beginning stained glass class and would just like a little help improving your skills, this class is for you. You can complete a larger, more complicated project, or get help trouble-shooting an unfinished project. Topics include a brief review of basic techniques including faster cutting and soldering, modifying or enlarging patterns from books, working with bevels, and basic repair.
NOTE: Students should bring their project to the first week of class. Panel size is limited to 20 in. x 20 in.

Safety: Please do not work with lead or solder if you are expecting. Closed toe shoes are preferred when cutting or handling glass. Safety glasses should be worn, will be provided if needed.

Tools & Materials Included: Use of our grinders and saws

Additional Tools & Materials: Your own glass tools and supplies
Pattern for your project
Supplies for your project

See the cancellation policy.

Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: Basic cutting experience is recommended but not required. No fusing experience required.

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: This class is an introduction to basic fusing vocabulary and techniques. Learn basic techniques for fusing, including jewelry and home décor. Discussions will include glass types, kiln use and molds. Learn about glass compatibility and firing temperatures for fusing and slumping. Topics will include safety and firing schedules. Students will make a 4 in. tile and fused pieces for jewelry.

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 projects

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

See the cancellation policy.

Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: None, glass cutting experience may be helpful

Type of Class: Lecture, demonstration and hands-on

Class Description: Learn the proper setup and use of a bandsaw. Bandsaws can save glass, time and frustration - especially on those deep inside curves! Patterns and glass for some limited hands-on work will be available in class. Get tips for cutting ripple, fused, drapery, and “found” glass (bottles, marbles, dishes); stacking and cutting multiple pieces; and making intricate cuts for Tiffany Lamps.
NOTE: This class is for learning how to use your bandsaw to its fullest. It is NOT a repair class! After taking this class you will be better equipped to make adjustments to your saw and to do routine maintenance as needed.

Safety: Please do not wear open toed shoes or sandals when cutting or handling glass. Safety glasses should be worn, provided if needed

Tools & Materials Included: Use of our saws and glass

Additional Tools & Materials: Paper and pen for notes
Optional: You may bring glass from home, if you need help with a difficult cut, or want to practice on your glass.

See the cancellation policy.

Approx. Material Cost: $70

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on projects

Class Description: Add a little excitement to your fused glass gems. This technique is a great way to hang your fused pieces as well as display them. Students will learn basic wire wrapping techniques in this fun 2½ hour class. Two or more pendants can be embellished during class. Students may want to bring your own cabochons.
The instructor will have glass rounds for students to use if necessary.

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

Tools & Materials Included: Practice wire and sterling silver wire to make two pendants.

Additional Tools & Materials: #6931 Wire Wrapping Beginning Kit or equivalent including: #630448 Flush cutting mini pliers, #630525 Flat nose pliers, #630527 Round nose pliers, #630520 Chain nose pliers.
Students may bring a couple of glass cabochons to wrap.

See the cancellation policy.

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

See the cancellation policy.


 

Approx. Material Cost: Depends on project

Experience Required: No stained glass or glass cutting experience necessary.

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on projects

Class Description: Create a unique sculptural stained glass piece with imbedded images. You will learn how to use the proper tools and techniques for cutting glass, as well as foiling and soldering. Students will learn about using decals and color slides, combining various paper crafting materials to make one of a kind mixed media pieces. Students will have a choice of different designs for their project. You may bring your own papers, ribbons, stickers, photos or any other materials you wish to incorporate into your unique mixed media pieces.

Safety: Please do not work with lead or solder if you are expecting. Please do not wear sandals when cutting or handling glass. Safety glasses must be worn during class, provided if needed.

Tools & Materials Included: Materials for project
Glass cutting tools
Stained glass soldering tools and supplies
Use of our grinders and saws
Patterns for project

Additional Tools & Materials: Your own glass cutting tools and soldering tools Students may bring scrapbooking papers, photos, ribbons, stickers or other materials to incorporate into their project.

See the cancellation policy.

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

See the cancellation policy.

Approx. Material Cost: $200+

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Students will be taught the basic copper foil method, including safety, types of glass, patterns, cutting, grinding, foiling, soldering, cleaning, patinas, and framing.
NOTE: You may want to bring a snack/lunch for an optional lunch break or you may go out to get lunch.

Safety: Please do not work with solder or lead if you are expecting. Closed toe shoes are preferred. Safety glasses should be worn (will be provided if needed).

Tools & Materials Included: Use of our grinders and saws

Additional Tools & Materials: #6980A Ez-Pro Stained Glass Start-Up Kit OR #6992 Premium Start-Up Kit OR #69100 Deluxe Stained Glass Took Kit #2404
Fid, if your kit does not have one
Glass for your project - cathedral or wispy only, you may want to purchase extra glass – contact store staff for more info if needed.
Came - #5604  3/8" zinc, or # 5612  3/8" copper, 1-6 ft. piece
NOTE: Students need to purchase kit, glass and came before the day of class. We have free patterns for the class. Please ask for one for your glass selection.

See the cancellation policy.

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

See the cancellation policy.

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.

See the cancellation policy.

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.

See the cancellation policy.

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

See the cancellation policy.

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.

See the cancellation policy.

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.

See the cancellation policy.  

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.
 
See the cancellation policy.

Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: In this 2½ hour class students will be taught basic stained glass construction including cutting, foiling and soldering. Create a stunning heart shaped suncatcher with a bevel center. Great for beginners!

Safety: Please do not work with solder or lead if you are expecting. Closed toe shoes are preferred when cutting glass. Safety glasses should be worn, will be provided if needed.

Tools & Materials Included: All supplies for the project
Use of our grinders

Additional Tools & Materials: Pen/ paper for notes - optional

See the cancellation policy.

Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on projects

Class Description: Create a stylish 12" square plate using fusible glasses. We supply the pre-cut blank and glass accessories, you supply the creativity!  You will learn to cut simple designs and nip the glass with mosaic nippers to design your  plate. Using glass embellishments like glass stringers, crushed glass (frit) and other design elements, you will make a truly unique plate.  Invite your friends or family for a fun, social experience. We will fuse and slump your plate for you and will be available to pick up in a week, or we can ship it for a small fee. No previous glass cutting or fusing experience is necessary.

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

Tools & Materials Included: 12 in. square clear fusible glass, fusible glass frits, stringers, etc. as needed. Use of our spoons, brushes, tweezers, mosaic nippers and glass cutting / breaking tools.

Additional Tools & Materials: Please bring your own pattern ideas, drawings, or photos for a 12 in. square. We will have paper available for drawing designs.

See the cancellation policy.

Approx. Material Cost: Depends on project

Experience Required: Have taken a beginning stained glass class and have made some panels

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Learn the basics of beautiful, uniform, and fast solder work in this two hour class. Also covered; various solder formulas, different fluxes, and irons.

Safety: Please do not work with lead or solder if you are expecting. Please do not wear sandals if cutting or handling glass. Safety glasses must be worn during class, provided if needed.

Tools & Materials Included: None

Additional Tools & Materials: Your own stained glass tools
A small panel to work on in class, no larger than ½ to 1½ sq. ft., already foiled, ready to solder.
Your own soldering supplies; solder, flux, etc.

See the cancellation policy.