Glassblowing - Paperweight

One Day Only: Oct 29, 2026

Where: Delphi's Lansing Creativity Center

When: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Create your own glass paperweight while working out of Delphi's "Double Dragon" furnace in this traditional glass blowing class. Learn the basics of this ancient art form through hands on experience with authentic tools and equipment. Students will complete one (1) unique paperweight when working personally with an instructor. Class always begins with verbal safety instruction, followed by a live demonstration. When it comes to making your piece, students can participate as much as they feel comfortable! We have a variety of frit (crushed up glass) to choose from to personalize your color combination. Length of class is approximate and depends on the number of participants. Those that finish first are welcome to stay and watch the rest of the participants, or depart.

The creation of the paperweight does not require blowing the glass but students can add a bubble to their paperweight if desired.

Your creation needs to be annealed (cooled down slowly) in a kiln, and will be available for pick up the following day, or can be shipped for a small fee.

Safety glasses are mandatory and will be provided. Please do NOT wear open toed shoes or sandals.

The following are recommendations, but not required to participate in class:
Long pants, and a long sleeve shirt can help shield from heat.
Natural fiber clothes are best (cotton, linen, etc.)
Hair that can obstruct your view is encouraged to be tied back.
Students are advised to bring their own water, however cold bottled water will be provided.
Pictures and videos are encouraged.

Cost: $70
Seats Available: 4

Category
otherc

Skill Level
Beginner

Need Help?
Call: 800-248-2048 x3024

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Class Reviews

(6 reviews)

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent experience!

By edfolkert on December 17, 2025

Pros : Roy and Isabelle were patient and informative. We had a good selection of glass to work with for this class. While the process is harder than it looks (!), I was grateful for the experience. Thank you, Roy and Isabelle.

Cons : Maybe offer millefiori to work with?

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5 out of 5 stars

Wonderful Paperweight Class

By boughtonb on January 13, 2025

Pros : The instructors were very friendly, attentive, and helpful. Instructions were clear and if I didn't execute something correctly, they were right there ready to assist! Class size was small, so we each had their focused attention.

Cons :

Other Thoughts : I had such a great time! I'll be back to make something else in the future, for sure!

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6 of 6 people found this review helpful

5 out of 5 stars

Glassblowing - Paperweights

By JMChild on March 31, 2024

Pros : It was great. We worked individually with an instructor and they both were excellent. I'd do it again.

Cons : My paperweight got a little scratched in the process. I might want to do it again.

Other Thoughts : This was great because it was really tailored to our skill levels, which is pretty low for me. Thank you. Great job. I think we'll be back for other classes. It was fun.

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5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic experience and instructors!

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 Greenfiedl Village watching the glassblowers there. Our mom passed away last April and we wanted to do something to honor her memory and taht 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 a truly lovely experience. We can't wait to pick up our paperweights once they come out of the annealing kiln!

Cons : None.