Glassblowing - Ornaments

One Day Only: Apr 28, 2023

Where: Delphi's Lansing Creativity Center

When: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Create your own unique glass ornament in this traditional glass blowing class. Students will learn the basics of glass blowing while making their own ornament. Students will be taught about safety, working with glass blowing equipment and tools, while working with Delphi's "Double Dragon" furnace. Individuals will work with Delphi instructors and can participate as much as they feel comfortable. Students will complete one ornament during class. Length of class is an appoximate and depends on the number of participants in class.

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 sleeved cotton shirts are recommended.
Long hair should be tied back.
Safety glasses must be worn, glasses will be provided.

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Cost: $65
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Category
otherc

Skill Level
Beginner

Need Help?
Call: 800-248-2048 x3024

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Class Reviews

(3 reviews)

5 out of 5 stars

Awesome class!

By Ischwe1 on November 28, 2022

Pros : Small class size, lots of direction, demonstration, and explanation from Roy. Once he shows you the basics of the process, you jump right in with him assisting and directing as needed.

Cons : The only negative is that it's very hot near the furnace (obviously) but Roy offers to jump in and help out if you need a break.

Other Thoughts : I was so excited to try this out and was not disappointed! Bring water and wear long sleeves.

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7 of 7 people found this review helpful

5 out of 5 stars

Fun Class

By lmbrooks2 on November 1, 2022

Pros : The class was very much hands on. Lots of emphasis on safety. Class size was small to allow one on one help from instructors.

Cons : Prepare to be hot

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4 of 4 people found this review helpful

5 out of 5 stars

Roy and Madison are the best!

By cpfeffer on May 30, 2023

Pros : My sister signed up for this class because we have been obsessed with glassblowing since very young. We used to spend hours, with our mom, at Greenfield Village watching the glassblowers there. Our mom passed away last April and we wanted to do something to honor her memory and that we know she would have loved. Our instructors (Roy and Madison) were SO patient, knowledgeable, and great to work with. They clearly explained all processes to our group, made sure we followed important safety protocols, demonstrated various techniques, and patiently worked with us to learn basic glassblowing techniques and solve challenges as they arose. It was fun experimenting with frit and colors. We did two classes together in one day--both paperweights and the ornament. It was a truly lovely experience. We can't wait to pick up our ornaments once they come out of the annealing kiln!

Cons :

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