Classes & Events Calendar :

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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Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on projects

Class Description: Make a 10 in. dinner plate completely out of fused glass! Students will lay out a design in glass (we will fuse it for you), then return in a week or so to pick up the finished plate, or have it shipped to you for an additional $5. Students may choose to make additional plates for around $28 each, to be fired on a “space available” basis.

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

Tools & Materials Included: 10 in. clear fusible glass disc, Fusible glass frits, stringers, etc. as needed. Use of our spoons, brushes, and tweezers.

Additional Tools & Materials: Please bring your own pattern ideas, drawings, or photos for a 10 in. circle. We will have paper available for drawing designs.

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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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Instructor: Jeannette Woodard

Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Do you have questions about casting in bisque molds? Ever wonder what type of mold works best? How to prepare your molds? Want to know what type and form of glass to use? How much glass should you use? How do you fire castings? OK, you’ve cast your glass piece, now how do you hang it? And that most tragic cry, “Help, my glass is stuck it the mold!” Casting is different from other forms of working with warm glass, with its own tricks and techniques. In this class we will work with frit and one of three jewelry molds (yours to take home) to create a unique jewelry piece, while discussing the answers to the casting questions of the ages. Some previous fusing experience is helpful but not 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: All materials, including fusible glass frits and reusable casting mold Use of our tools Students must call before class with their choice of mold to be used in class: Circle Jewelry Mold - item # 80716 Diamond Jewelry Mold - item # 80715 Heart Jewelry Mold - item #80717

Additional Tools & Materials: Students may want to purchase dichroic glass for additional decorative elements.

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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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Instructor: Roy Kapp

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: Learn these two advanced fusing techniques in this one-day class. Combing is an exciting process of manipulating hot glass in a kiln using a stainless steel rake to pull across the surface of the molten glass. This motion causes different colors to blend and streak in unique one-of-a-kind patterns. Students will make a finished project with their combed piece. See how to set up the vitrigraph kiln to produce hot swirls of color and shapes in hot glass. Manipulate the molten glass as it flows out of the bottom of the kiln to create your designs. Use the finished free formed stringers to create a totally unique piece of fused glass art. Topics will include kiln safety and set-up, shelf. All materials for both projects are included.

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

Additional Tools & Materials: Pen/paper for notes

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Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Learn the direct mosaic method while you make a unique piece of art for your home. Discover the technique to make great mosaic projects like trivets, flowerpots, picture frames, or tabletops. Learn simplified cutting methods, gluing and grouting application. Also, learn tips on designing or modifying patterns. Students will work on a flower pot, picture frame or small piece of plywood in class. All materials and use of tools are included.

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

Tools & Materials Included: Students have a choice of a flower pot, picture frame or plywood.
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 mosaic material; glass, tiles, stones, shells, broken pottery, etc.

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

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Experience Required: Intro to Boro or equivalent.
 
Type of Class: Demonstrations and hands- on projects

Everyone loves Marbles.  Raise you marble making skill level by adding design, sparkle, depth and see how to make air bubbles work for you.   This one day marble class will teach imploding flower techniques, how to work with opals, and how to use the Vin Pin and marble mold.  Students will have the opportunity to make several marbles while taking your marble making to the next level.  If time allows a vortex marble with its vast depth and pattern will end the day of marble making. 
All materials are included along with the use of our torches and tools.

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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Instructor: Jeannette Woodard

Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: Basic cutting experience is required.

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Create your own glass flowers in this informative two week class. Students will experiment with flower designs using the book Fused Glass Flowers and related molds. Subjects such as color use, fusing schedules, drilling holes, critical analysis of fusing designs and methods of attaching flowers to stems will be covered. Glass cutting experience is required. All materials and the book to take home are included.

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

Tools & Materials Included: Fusible glass for projects Fused Glass Flowers (book item #806140) Use of cutting tools

Additional Tools & Materials: Pen and paper for notes. Students may bring own cutting tools. Safety glasses are available if needed.

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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: $200+

Experience Required: None

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

Class Description: Students will learn the basic copper foil method in this two-week class. Topics will include information on cutting, grinding, foiling, soldering, cleaning, patinas, and framing.  Students will learn about safety, glass types and using patterns.  Students will construct a stained glass panel approximately 9" x 11".

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

Tools & Materials Included: Use of our grinders and saws during the class

Additional Tools & Materials: #6980A EZ-Pro Stained Glass Start-up Kit OR #6992 Premium Start-Up Kit OR  #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 in. zinc, or # 5612 3/8 in. copper, 1 – 6 ft. piece. NOTE: Students are encouraged to purchase their tools before the first night of class. Time is allowed in the first class to pick out your pattern and glass. We have three free patterns that you may choose from or you can purchase a book with a different pattern. If you purchased  a kit with a grinder you do not need to bring your grinder to class.

Suggested Supplies: Iron stand  #5013M, Homosote board #5176, Finishing compound #5515, CJ’s flux remover #5513, Cork backed ruler #5165

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Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: Some previous copper foil experience is required.

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on projects

Class Description: Learn how to cut faster and more accurately, foil and solder more flawlessly, and patina and polish you artwork. You’ll see special techniques for challenging cuts, especially on hand rolled glasses, including high - texture glass like ripples. Demonstrations will include making better piece patterns and repair techniques for copper foil panels. Take your copper foil work to the next level as you improve upon your g lass making skills.

Safety: Please do not work with solder or lead if you are pregnant. 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: Glass, foil, solder for stained glass panel Pattern book from recommended list Use of grinders and access to glass saws

Additional Tools & Materials: Tools for copper foil work; cutters, breakers, soldering iron, etc. Panel must not be larger than 20 in. x 20 in.

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.

Approx. Material Cost: $100+

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, plywood layout board (for class use)

Additional 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
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
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.

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Instructor: Melanie Churchill

Approx. Material Cost: $35

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Students will create a silver slide pendant in this introductory class to working with silver clay. Class will cover the various forms of silver jewelry clay and the unique applications of each. You will learn how to fire the clay using a butane torch along with the uses of other tools. Topics will include various techniques, embellishing, texturing, polishing finished pieces and safety.

Safety: Safety glasses should be worn when using the torch, will be provided

Tools & Materials Included: Use of our tools and torch, some silver clay paste and syringe type

Additional Tools & Materials: Students need to purchase metal clay, like item # 67012

Optional Tools & Materials: Students may want to purchase a silver clay starter kit or individual tools.

Kit #1041 includes: #6289 Introduction to Precious Metal Clay book, #10301 Stainless steel brush, #17101 #2 Detail brush, #62401 Clay roller, #62602 6 in. curved tweezers, #64401 Firebrick, #67007 Polishing block, #67002 Silver clay 20g, #6722050 Micro butane torch with safety lock, #5536 Craft knife

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Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: No fusing or glass cutting experience necessary.

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on projects

Class Description: Students will learn how to fuse glass gems while working with an 8 in. table-top kiln. Glass compatibility, firing schedules, and annealing will be covered. Students will work with fusible glass combined with glass stringers, frit, and dichroic glass, along with fusing decals, fine silver wire, and more. Finishing techniques will be covered including shaping, fire polishing and how to use the jewelry bit and drill bits.

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 90 COE glass for several gems,. Dichroic glass Use of glass cutting tools, glass nippers. Use of our grinders and saws.

Additional Tools & Materials: Optional: Pen and paper for notes, your own glass cutting tools, extra Dichroic glass.

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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

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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: Basic glass cutting skills are recommended.

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on projects

Class Description: Learn the basics of fusing in this two week course. Students will learn about kiln types and sizes, digital kiln controllers, glass compatibility, shelves, molds, and more. Topics will include safety, annealing and various firing schedules. In class students will fuse a 4 in. tile, and make fused pieces for jewelry. Students will also learn finishing techniques for fused work as well as jewelry pieces.  This class is a two-week version of our one-day Fusing is Fun 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: Use of our kilns, fusible glass and other supplies

Additional Tools & Materials: Safety glasses - Delphi will provide if needed. Pen/paper for notes

See the cancellation policy.

Instructor: Val Oswalt-De Waard

Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on projects. Students make a fused glass bracelet, fused glass plate and a tile or coaster.

Class Description: In this extensive three day class, students will learn the basics, including glass compatibility, kiln preparation and operation, fusing, slumping and annealing. Sample many of the current fusing products available, including frits, stringers, confetti, and Dichroic glass. Students will also learn to create exciting, unique effects with simple layout methods and tools.

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.

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Instructor: John Sollinger (Solly)

Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: None

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on projects

Class Description: Join Solly in this 3-day workshop where you will be expected to step outside your comfort zone by exploring Solly’s ways of working, from choosing images to laying glass pieces, before employing his signature double reverse technique, whereby the mosaic pieces are placed dry onto an underlying image, flipped over, adhered to its substrate, and then flipped back to its original orientation. Solly will share how he chooses and image, and time will be set side during lunch or other breaks to practice his techniques to experience no stakes mistakes. As time allows, Solly would entertain discussions on achieving realism. Students will make a 12 x 12 stained glass-on-glass mosaic wall-hanging suitable for indoors. There will be a choice of three images to render into a mosaic. Non-beginners are encouraged to bring their own photos of size no larger than 9.25 inches in either direction.

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

Tools & Materials Included: Mosaic materials: stained glass, substrates, hanging hardware and adhesive

Additional Tools & Materials: Students should wear close-toed shoes and bring wheeled-cutters, tweezers and safety glasses

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: 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

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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: 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.

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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.

Approx. Material Cost: None

Experience Required: Previous flameworking experience is highly recommended but not required.

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Expand your skills and learn about the exciting world of marbles. Students will learn the basics of making a marble using soft glass and steel punties. Topics will include proper annealing and different designs and methods. Marbles will be made with Italian 104 COE glass rods using Carlisle torches. Some previous flameworking experience is highly recommended. 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: Carlisle torch, hand tools, steel punties and 104 COE glass rods. Safety glasses will be provided.

Additional Tools & Materials: None

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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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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.

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Sorry, Class Cancelled

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: $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.

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Come explore the reactive capabilities of fusible glasses.  Discover the fun and creative possibilities of fusing glasses that produce interesting effects by chemical reactions.  While fusing in a kiln the chemicals that help give the glass it’s color can react with certain chemicals in other glasses.  This reaction occurs at the interface of where the glasses meet.  This class will help you figure out which glasses react with other glasses and how to use this information to enhance your work.  The knowledge gained is also valuable if you are trying to avoid the accidental reaction that can ruin a piece.  Students will have an opportunity to work with a variety of reactive glasses and create sample tiles to keep for further reference. Firing schedules and related topics will also be covered. 
Some glass fusing and cutting experience is required.  All materials and use of tools is included.