Instructor: Val Oswalt-De Waard

Approx. Material Cost: Included

Experience Required: None - that's right it's fun for everyone

Type of Class: Demonstration and many 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 jam packed three day class, students will learn the basics, including glass compatibility, kiln preparation and operation, fusing, slumping and annealing. Sample tons of fusing supplies including frits, stringers, confetti and Dichroic glass along with the use of various slumping , textured, and casting molds.  Words can't do this class justice. Sign up and find out why. 

Safety: Not to fear, glass is safe however we do have a few safety procedures to ensure this.
                   Closed toed shoes are recommended when cutting or handling glass.
                   Safety glasses should be worn during class. Glasses will be provided if necessary.

Tools & Materials Included: Use of our tools for the class. All materials (including fusible glass) provided.

Additional Tools & Materials: Paper/pen for notes- optional. If you want feel free to bring your own glass cutting tools.

Life happens, we totally understand.  If you are unable to join class, please contact us at 517-394-4685, or leave us an email at [email protected], prior to class starting for a refund or to be added to a future class.   


See the cancellation policy.

Class Title: Fusing is Fun

Instructor: Roy Kapp

Approx. Material Cost: Included - you won't have to break into your piggy bank

Experience Required: Basic cutting experience is recommended but not required. No fusing experience required; this is fun for everyone! (It's in the name of the class after all).

Type of Class: Demonstration and hands-on project

Class Description: Have you wanted to start glass fusing but have no clue how?  Then this is just the class for you.  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 small. bowl or plate and fused pieces for jewelry.  Just enough to get you hooked!  We're sorry in advance.

Safety:        Not to fear, glass is safe however we do have a few safety procedures to ensure this.
                    Closed toed shoes are recommended when cutting or handling glass.
                    Safety glasses should be worn during class. Glasses will be provided if necessary.

Tools & Materials Included: Fusible glass for projects - we'll explain what that all means in class
                                                Use of glass cutting tools

Additional Tools & Materials: Paper and pen for notes – the instructor may say something worth writing down.

Cancellation Policy:  Life happens, we totally understand.  If you are unable to join class, please contact us at 517-394-4685, or leave us an email at [email protected], prior to class starting for a refund or to be added to a future class. 

See the cancellation policy.

Instructor: Steena Gaut

Approx. Material Cost: included

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
                                                Small copper pieces for enameling


See the cancellation policy.