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. 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 5 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: $20-$50 (Prices will vary depending on glass and came selected)

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, saws, glass cutting and soldering tools

Additional Tools & Materials: 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

Optional Tools & Mateirals: #6980A Ez-Pro Stained Glass Start-Up Kit OR #6992 Premium Start-Up Kit OR #69100 Deluxe Stained Glass Took Kit #2404

NOTE: Students need to purchase glass and came before the day of class if possible. We have free patterns for the class. Please ask for one for your glass selection.

See the cancellation policy.

Approx. Material Cost: $20-$50 (Prices will vary depending on glass and came selected)

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Students will be taught the lead came method of stained glass, including safety, types of glass, patterns, cutting, grinding, cutting cames, soldering, cleaning, and framing. Tools and materials are extra.
NOTE: You may want to bring a snack/ lunch for an optional lunch break.

Safety: Please do not work with lead or solder if you are expecting. Do not wear sandals if cutting or handling glass. Safety Glasses are required, provided if needed

Tools & Materials Included: Use of our grinders and saws, glass cutting and soldering tools, lead came, plywood layout board (for class use)

Additional Tools & Materials: 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 in. zinc

Optional Tools & Materials: Beginner Lead Start-Up Kit (item #4061) or the equivalent tools (glass cutter, breaking pliers, soldering iron, lead nippers, glazing hammer, horseshoe nails, lead knife) Or: #4060 Ultimate Lead Tool Kit or equivalent (lead nippers, glazing hammer, horse shoe nails, lead knife) and Deluxe Stained Glass Tool Kit (#69100) or equivalent (glass cutter, breaking pliers, soldering iron)
#2404 Fid, if your kit does not have one

NOTE: Students should purchase a kit or tools, glass and came before the day of the class if possible. Please ask for free class pattern when selecting glass.

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.

Decorative soldering is a great way to make any box or panel special.  A small box will be made in class to showcase various decorative soldering techniques. 
Learn how to dress up your soldering with this 4 hour class. You will learn several patterns and be able to take home samples for reference. Glass cutting and soldering experience are required for this class.

Instructor: Val Oswalt-De Waard

Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on projects. Students will make many projects and be encouraged to create their one of a kind pieces based on the things they've learned.

Class Description: In this extensive three day class, students will learn the basics, including glass compatibility, kiln preparation and operation, fusing, slumping and annealing. In this 3 day format, students will have a chance to  implement what they've learned by sampling  many of the current fusing products.  Frits, stringers, confetti, and Dichroic glass along with various slumping , textured, and casting molds will be available for use..  

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 tools for the class. All materials (including fusible glass) provided.

Additional Tools & Materials: Paper/pen for notes- optional. Students may want to bring their own glass cutting tools.

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.

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: Steena Gaut

Approx. Material Cost: Depends on project

Experience Required: Basic glass cutting and soldering skills are required.

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Create a wonderful stained glass box to decorate your home or to give as a gift. Complete a charming glass box as you learn the basics of 3-D glass construction. Topics will include how to build a hinge, design for durability, how to customize your box and more. Basic experience in copper foil technique is required. Students will have several basic box patterns to choose from.
Class is either 2 weeks, 2 1/2 hrs each class, or one-day, 5 hrs.

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

Tools & Materials Included: Use of our grinders and saws, patterns for project

Additional Tools & Materials: Your own glass cutting tools and soldering tools, glass for project - students will receive 20% off when purchasing glass for class Solder and copper foil, mirror for the bottom (1/2 sq. ft.) Hinge parts - rod (item # 5485) and tube (5486)

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.

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!

See the cancellation policy.

Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: Beadmaking 101 class.

Type of Class: Lecture, demonstration and hands-on

Class Description: Take it a step further with Beadmaking: 102. Add to your skill base learning how to pull and use one and two color stringers to make dots and flowers. Try a variety of hand tools for stretching, shaping and mashing.

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 canister. MAP/Pro can be purchased at your local hardware store or big box home improvement store.

See the cancellation policy.

Approx. Material Cost: $20-$50 (Prices will vary depending on glass and came selected)

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, saws, glass cutting and soldering tools

Additional Tools & Materials: 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

Optional Tools & Mateirals: #6980A Ez-Pro Stained Glass Start-Up Kit OR #6992 Premium Start-Up Kit OR #69100 Deluxe Stained Glass Took Kit #2404

NOTE: Students need to purchase glass and came before the day of class if possible. 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: 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 6 in. bowl or plate 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.

Sorry, Class Cancelled

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 class. A break will be provided to go out for lunch.

See the cancellation policy.

Sorry, Class Cancelled

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.

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.

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: $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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Create a large decorative fused glass bowl for your home or as a gift.  Students will work with fusible glasses, including frits and stringers, to make a colorful 16" round bowl.  Basic fusing information will be covered along with glass cutting techniques.  No previous glass fusing or glass cutters skills are required.  We'll teach you all you need to know to fabricate a glass vessel for your table or countertop.  Students are encouraged to come with simple design ideas for their creation.  Bowls will be fused and slumped to be picked up at a later date.  Bowls can be shipped for an additional nominal fee.