Create your very own pate de verre bowl with artist Deanna Clayton. Students will learn the basics of pate de verre, also known as “paste of glass”. Using glass frit create a textured bowl that is completely functional. We will keep your bowl and fire it. After, Deanna will electroplate it – a process that will add a metal finish around the rim. All experience levels Deanna Clayton,...

Learn how to make beautiful fused glass images by layering smaller glass pieces. Participants will have the option to choose from 3 images provided by the instructor. You’ll learn how to cut and nip glass and use glass scrap to create a one of a kind artwork. Once you fall in love with this technique, there are options for open studio times at the museum (after taking 3 classes) where you can bring in your own images and work on a piece that is more intricate. All experience...

Learn how to make your own glass ornaments to hang on your tree this holiday season. Participants will be able to design and create four unique ornaments. Different techniques and designs will be sampled and students can create their own. Pieces will be fired and hooks attached, then will be ready to pick up about 2-3 weeks later. Final product size – 3-4 ornaments about 4x4” each All experience levels Taylor Moeller-Roy,...

Make your own unique fused glass barn quilt. Learn how to cut precise angles to design a piece inspired by classic barn quilt styles that are seen across the Midwest. You’ll use simple shapes like squares and triangles to assemble an image or design unique to you! Pieces will be fired in our kilns, then will be ready to pick up about two weeks later. All experience levels Julie Rhodes,...

Build upon skills from "Flameworking 1" in this loosely structured workshop. Students will have work time with our flameworking instructor, Beth Wenger-Johnstone, to focus on independent interests. Some techniques that were introduced in Intro to Flameworking will be expanded upon and new tips and tricks will be reviewed as well. At least one flameworking class required Beth Wenger-Johnstone,...