One Night "Make Your Own" Classes
2 1/2 to 3 Hour classes. Thursdays or Fridays 6:30P-930P. All supplies and tools are included.
Ages 13 and up only please unless noted.
Classroom Rules:
No shorts or open toed shoes.
Masks are requested in the classroom due to prolonged close contact.
Stained glass is not an appropriate activity for pregnant women.
Ask About Private Group Sessions for 4 - 8 people.
2 1/2 to 3 Hour classes. Thursdays or Fridays 6:30P-930P. All supplies and tools are included.
Ages 13 and up only please unless noted.
Classroom Rules:
No shorts or open toed shoes.
Masks are requested in the classroom due to prolonged close contact.
Stained glass is not an appropriate activity for pregnant women.
Ask About Private Group Sessions for 4 - 8 people.
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Fused Glass Farmyard Animals
Thursday 11/10 or Friday 11/11 6:30P -9P* Learn the art of fusing glass (melting small pieces of glass together to create a picture). In this 2 1/2-3 hour class you will learn about cutting and shaping glass, glass compatibility, and how kilns work while make a cute barnyard critter ornament (Chicken, cow, cat, dog, pig, or sheep)*. We will even show you how to fuse glass in a microwave at home! $45 per person. All tools and materials included. Please Note: Ages 7 and up (when accompanied by an adult). No shorts or open toed shoes. Register for Fused Glass Farmyard Animals. *Suncatchers will be ready for pick up the following week (due to the length of kiln time required). |
Glass Etching 101
Thursday Nov. 17 or Friday Nov. 19 6:30P to 9:30P Turn plain glass into a work of art using different ways of permanently etching a design into it. In this class we will cover 3 methods of etching; sandblasting, acid etching (that you can do at home), and hand engraving with a Dremel like tool. You will make 2 items in class, an ornament or suncatcher, and a piece of engraved glassware (coffee cup, wine glass, rocks glass, or beer mug), plus try out hand engraving with our diamond tipped engravers. Once you know how, these make great and fast home made gifts. $45 per person. All tools and materials included. Please Note: Ages 7 and up (when accompanied by an adult). No shorts or open toed shoes. Register for Glass Etching 101 |
Fused Glass Snowflakes W 11/30, Th 12/1, or F 12/2* 6:30P-9:00P You can make beautiful lacy glass snowflakes for your winter window or Christmas tree. Using pre cut pieces of glass we will show you how to assemble them into snowflake or flower like designs. Students will make one clear snowflake and one colored snowflake. You will learn about types of fusing glass and how kilns work. We will even show you how to fuse glass in a microwave at home. $45 per person. All tools and materials included. Please Note: Ages 7 and up (when accompanied by an adult). No shorts or open toed shoes. *Suncatchers will be ready for pick up the following week (due to the length of kiln time required). Register for Fused Snowflakes |
Stained Glass Christmas Suncatcher
W 12/7, Th 12/8, or F 12/9 6:30P-9:30P This is our most popular class of the year. Pick one of 12 designs and we will teach you how to cut glass, smooth the edges, wrap the glass in copper foil, and solder the pieces together. When you leave this 2 1/2-3 hour class you will have made your own one of a kind stained glass treasure perfect for decorating or gift giving. $35 per person. All tools and materials included. Please Note: Ages 13 and up (when accompanied by an adult). No shorts or open toed shoes. Register for Christmas Suncatchers |
8 Week Beginners Course
New Sessions Start Wed. January 18, 2023 or Saturday January 21,
$200 per person. Use of all tools included.
Ages 13 and up only please.
No shorts or open toed shoes. Masks are required
If you ever wanted to learn the art of making beautiful pictures in colored glass this is the course for you. Taught by a glass artist with 38 years experience you will learn to construct stained glass in the copper foil (Tiffany) method. Covered topics include stained glass types, cutting and shaping glass, applying copper foil, proper soldering techniques, and studio safety. Students will start by making a suncatcher in their very first class. In subsequent classes they will make a small stained glass panel, and practice 3D techniques by making a jewelry box. A student's choice project with instructor assistance will finish out the course. Use of all studio equipment (cutters, pliers, grinders, etc.) throughout the course and materials for the first project are included in the course fee. Consumables (glass, foil, solder, chemicals) for all other projects must be purchased by the student (average cost $100-150 depending on glass chosen).
Register for Beginner Class
Open Studio Hours
(Some experience required)
Open Studio Hours gives intermediate to advanced glass workers bench space, use of all studio tools and equipment (including glass saws and drills), and expert advice from a 38 year professional stained glass artist. Meet up with friends, or just get out of the house to pursue your bliss. Storage for projects and tools available.
NEW -10% discount on purchases of supplies (glass, foil, solder, etc.) made while attending Open Studio.
Open studio hours are on a first come-first served basis (we have room for 6) so to ensure a spot call 508-266-7178 or e-mail us at bcartglass@charter.net
Tuesday 6PM-9PM
Wednesday-Friday 10:30A-5P
Saturday 10:30A-5PM
Or by special appointment.
Cost: $10/hr (min. 2 hours) paid at the Open Studio. (Consumable supplies like glass, foil, flux, etc. are the customer's responsibility.)