Stained Glass Kaleidoscopes (Not Currently Scheduled)
Make a beautiful kaleidoscope out of stained glass using a Kaleidoscope Oil Wand Kit in this two session class. Stained Glass Foil method experience is required. Please bring glass cutting tools to the first class.

Skill Level: Intermediate - Copper Foil knowledge required
Class Length: 2 session, 2 hours
Fee: $60 - Includes Oil Wand Kaleidoscope kit. Glass not included

Lead Construction
Lead came is the construction choice of professionals. Learn valuable pattern layout, glass cutting, assembly and finishing techniques in this five week class. Beginner Stained Glass or comparable experience is a prerequisite. United Art Glass students receive 10% off all tools and supplies for this class. Minimum 4 students, maximum 8 students.

Lead Construction Refresher (Not Currently Scheduled)
This is the all lead review! Want a crash course in lead? Need a quick review? Then this class is for you. You will construct a beveled window using the lead technique and complete this panel in less than 4 hours. Bring soldering equipment and leading tools. Beveled Window Supply Kit required.

Panel Lampshade (Not Currently Scheduled)
Adding the warm glow of romance to any room is easy with this elegant stained glass lamp! Join us for a special workshop where you will be guided step-by-step through the construction of this lamp shade. Learn many valuable assembly techniques that we use to build lamp shades of all sizes and complexities. Students will leave class with a completed project. Glass and supplies are extra.

Skill Level: Intermediate - Copper Foil knowledge required
Class Length: 2 sessions, 2 hours
Fee: $45 - Materials Extra

Mosaic Madness
In this two session workshop you will learn techniques for direct mosaics using scrap glass, nuggets, glass tiles, adhesives and grout. Bring whatever you'd like to cover in glass - table, flower pots, bird house, etc. Tools and supplies are extra.

Mosaic Flower Pot (Not Currently Scheduled)
In this two session workshop you will learn the basic techniques for direct mosaics using scrap glass, nuggets, glass tiles, adhesives and grout. Tools and supplies will be available the day of class at 10% off regular retail.

Mosaic Bowling Ball (Not Currently Scheduled)
Transform a bowling ball into a beautiful art object. In this two session workshop you will learn the basic techniques for direct mosaics on a bowling using scrap glass, nuggets, glass tiles, adhesives and grout. Tools and supplies will be available the day of class at 10% off regular retail.

Kaleidoscope Windchime (Not Currently Scheduled)
Create a beautiful stained glass kaleidoscope style windchime in one afternoon. This is the perfect class to see if you would like stained glass before investing in all the tools. No glass cutting experience necessary. Bring soldering and leading tools if you have them. If you don't have tools, you can rent them for the day for $20. Minimum 4 students, maximum 8 students.

Stepping Stone
Create artistic mosaic stepping stones using glass and quick drying cement. In this class you will learn pattern preparation, mold preparation, cement mixing, pouring techniques and cleanup of the finished stone. Because we use quick drying cement, you will leave class with a completed stepping stone to display in your garden this spring. Mold and materials arre extra. You will need to select a pre-cut glass kit prior to class.

Liquifusion Mosaic Trivet (Not Currently Scheduled)
Create a mosaic trivet without the use of grout! Liquifusion is a crystal clear polymer coating with UV inhibitors that sets to a thick, glossy and resilient coating in 24 to 48 hours (recommended for indoor use only). In this class you will design a mosaic trivet and pour the liquifusion over your design to eliminate the need to grout. The class fee includes all materials except for the glass. Please bring glass cutting tools.

Mosaic Windchime (Not Currently Scheduled)
This class will teach you all the skills to make a wind chime using Diamondcrete, a quick hardening cement. Nip up your scrap glass or cut shapes to create your mosaic wind chime in this 3 hour class. Materials are extra. Please bring your glass cutting tools.

Monarch Mirror (Not Currently Scheduled)
You’ll be thrilled at how quickly and easily you can make this colorful butterfly mirror. Learn special handling techniques to use when working with mirror. Get helpful tips and tricks to easily assemble three dimensional projects. Pattern pack and supplies are extra.

Message of Love (Not Currently Scheduled)
Write a message on glass using Liquid Stringer, decorate it and we will fire it for you. Simply hang your message or incorporate it into a stained glass panel. Prices vary based on size of message.

Morton Workshop (Not Currently Scheduled)
Learn how to use the Morton Portable Glass Shop to make perfectly straight borders or geometric pieces to include in your stained glass panels or for ease of cutting shapes for fusing. Minimum 4 students, maximum 8 students. Glass cutting skills required. Please bring your glass cutting tools.

Introduction to Precious Metal Clay (Not Currently Scheduled)
Learn to make fine silver jewelry from a certified PMC Instructor using Precious Metal Clay (PMC). PMC looks and acts like clay and can be stamped, molded, carved and formed into your own designs. That’s where the similarity to clay ends because once it is fired in a kiln it becomes 99% fine silver. You will also learn how to incorporate fused glass cabochons into the PMC to create stunning jewelry pieces. Tools and supplies are extra.

PMC Pendant (Not Currently Scheduled)
Learn to manipulate, refine and fire Precious Metal Clay from a Certified PMC Instructor by designing a pendant with a cubic zirconia stone. Class includes use of tools, paste, clay, cubic zirconia and one firing. Minimum 4 students, maximum 8 students.

Twisted Cane (Not Currently Scheduled)
Learn to make multi-colored twisted cane using glass rods and dichroic glass in this fast paced one day class. We will teach you about the tools, set-up, layering of glass, firing and how to twist and pull the cane to the desired effect. These can then be fashioned into bracelets or other jewelry designs. Minimum 4 students, maximum 8.

Etched Dichroic Pendants (Not Currently Scheduled)
Create beautiful cabochons using dichroic glass and etching cream that will take your jewelry to new heights. In this class you will make 3 pendants that will be ready for pickup the following Tuesday. Minimum 4 students, maximum 8 students. Please bring your glass cutting tools.

Wire Wrapped Dichroic Pendant (Not Currently Scheduled)
Great for all ages. Wire wrap a fused glass cabochon using colorful Artistic wire. Glass dichroic cabochon, wire and cord to complete your pendant are provided. Minimum 4 students, maximum 8 students.

Fused Glass Holiday Plate (Easter Cake Plate) (Not Currently Scheduled)
Learn the basics of fusing using glass frits and liquid stringer to decorate this easy to make fused glass plate. Choose from a number of designs to create a one-of-a-kind 10 inch plate for display or functional use.

Fused Glass Tile (Not Currently Scheduled)
Create two 4” tiles in this fusing workshop. Learn the basics of fusing including kiln operation, glass compatibility and fusing cycles. Play with glass frit, stringers, iridized and dichroic glass. Projects will be available to pick up one week after class. Class fee includes most materials. Please bring glass cutting tools.

Intermediate Fused Bowl/Plates (Not Currently Scheduled)
Learn new techniques for fusing and slumping. In this class you will design a bowl or plate by experimenting with a variety of techniques. You will also learn how to cold work your piece to give it a professional look. Skill

Fused Fan Lamp (Not Currently Scheduled)
In this project oriented class make yourself a fused fan lamp or give it as a gift. Basic fusing techniques are discussed as well as the use of frits, stringers, fiber paper and other inclusions to make a one-of-a-kind fused fan lamp. Project will be fired after class and available for pickup in one week.

Fused Picture Frame (Kid Friendly! - Great for Mother's Day gift! ) (Not Currently Scheduled)
Here’s another project to help you complete your gift list. Make a beautiful fused glass picture frame using frit, stringers, and fusible glass. Materials included. No glass cutting skills required.

Fused Jewelry Box (Not Currently Scheduled)
Assemble a stunning fused glass tile insert for a jewelry box. You bring the creative ideas, we’ll do the fusing. Jewelry box and glass are included in the class fee. Please bring glass cutting tools.

Fused Dichroic Jewelry & Wire Wrapping (Not Currently Scheduled)
This class is a hands-on exploration of dichroic glass and how to make fused cabochons for jewelry applications. Learn the equipment, techniques and materials for fusing dichroic glass cabochons. After you've made your glass cabochons, we will show you how to wire wrap one to create a beautiful pendant. Required tools: wire wrapping tools (available for purchase at United Art Glass the day of class). Minimum 4 students, maximum 8 students.

Pate de Verre Bracelet or Paperweight (Not Currently Scheduled)
In this hands on class your will learn the simple way to cast glass molds using glass powders and frits. Choose from a variety of reusable molds to make a 3-dimensional bracelet or glass piece. Pieces will be fired after class and available for pickup one week after class. No tools required.

Fused Glass Coaster Set (Not Currently Scheduled)
Not thinking about Christmas yet? Well you should. Make an original set of fused glass coasters to get you started on your Christmas list. Glass cutting skills required. Bring glass cutting tools and snack or lunch.

Fused Glass Wind Chime (Not Currently Scheduled)
Brighten your garden with a uniquely beautiful fused glass wind chime. We provided a pattern to cut, assemble and fuse the individual chime pieces to have a beautiful butterfly, fish or frog and others styles just hanging around! Glass cutting skills are required.

Fused Glass Clock (Not Currently Scheduled)
Learn exciting techniques like bending stringers and incorporating larger cut glass pieces to make a beautiful wall or pedestal clock. You will also learn to drill holes in glass to assemble your clock during the second class.

Fused Cuff Bracelets and Kiln-Formed Watches (Not Currently Scheduled)
You all have been asking for it, so here it is. Learn how to make designer curved glass cuff bracelets and watch bands using your kiln. In this class you will design, fire & slump your cuff bracelet plus learn finishing and wiring techniques to compliment and complete a watch. Minimum 3 students, maximum 6 students.

Fritography with Michael Dupille (Not Currently Scheduled)
The painterly use of crushed glass frits and powders has opened up a whole new world of artistic imagery. Anything is possible when working with small particles of glass from tight, photo-realism to loose impressionism. Working in the panel format, you will learn how to control color density, shading, soft and hard edge lines and some unique specialty looks. This three day class will focus on the principles of multiple firings to create a rich, vibrant panel piece. There will be greater understanding of the process and how to create a palette. Just imagine how you can expand these techniques to creating unbelievable wall pieces, tiles and continuous murals. As one of the early kiln working artists, Michael has pioneered this and many other glass working processes. His dynamite slide show will inspire as well as educate. He does request that only those with previous fusing experience take this class. A gallery of Michael's artwork can be viewed at www.michaeldupille.com

Fusing with Dichroic Glass - Shirley Webster (Not Currently Scheduled)
Shirley Webster is a well known instructor that has worked in stained glass for more than 30 years and started fusing in the early 1980’s. Dichroic glass is her passion and in this class she will help you take the mystery out of using dichroic glass in your jewelry pieces. Glass cutting skills are required.

Glass Painting with Peter McGrain (Not Currently Scheduled)
Peter McGrain has been working with glass for over 24 years. During this time he has handled every type of stained glass project imaginable; ranging in scope from intimate experimental panels to large-scale architectural installations. In all it has been his attention to composition and technique that have made his imagery so successful. Peter is a contributing writer for GLASS ART and GLASS CRAFTSMAN magazines and frequently travels, offering visiting artist workshops. He currently maintains an independent studio in Washington state where he creates his own experimental work as well as architectural commissions for his clients throughout the US and abroad. For additional information on Peter, click here.

Traditional Glass Painting Technique
Authentic Traditional Glass Painting is a mandatory skill for any stained glass artist interested in achieving greater visual sophistication in their work. This class offers a comprehensive introduction into the various aspects of genuine glass painting techniques, including the use of traditional glass stainer’s paints, silver stains, and kiln-fired enamels. Topics include historical overview of applications and techniques, material types and their sources, with an emphasis on the techniques of tracing, matting, stippling, controlling hardness, application alternatives, studio setup and more. Whether you create small items or large panels, you can benefit greatly from an understanding and control of painting on glass.

Skill Level - Intermediate or higher
One Day Class - $225.00 plus Traditional Stained Glass Painting Kit ($95) – Glass and lunch included.

Vitri-Fusáille Technique (Flat-Fused Traditionally Painted Glass Tiles)
Vitri-Fusáille is a new glass term which describes the combined processes of flat glass Fusing and Traditional Glass Painting. Vitri-Fusáille is characterized by a degree of expressive, color saturated, illustrational imagery which cannot be found in other glass formats which utilize these processes. Vitri-Fusáille allows the artist an opportunity to create vivid imagery in glass without being confined by the traditional presence of interfering lead lines or fragmented compositions.

Beginning Fusing for Kids (Not Currently Scheduled)
This is the perfect class to get kids interested in stained glass as an art medium by making a beautiful tile or trivet. Pre-cut fragments, stringers, and glass frit will be used as design elements. Class fee includes most materials. Fused art work will be available for pick up one week after class.

Kid Friendly Class - Fused Holiday Glass Plate (Not Currently Scheduled)
Moms and Dads, give yourself a break and let the kids make a striking fused holiday glass plate to give as a gift to the grandparents (or for you, but we're not telling). No glass cutting will be done in the class and all materials are included. For ages 8 and older. Gluing skills are required! Pates will be available one week after class.

Skill Level: Beginner, Ages 8 and older
Class Length: 1 session, 2.5 hours
Fee: $55

Kid's Camp (Not Currently Scheduled)
Join us for one of three (or all three) glass camp days for ages 9 and up. We supply all the materials and tools for an afternoon of fun. No experience necessary. Maximum 8 kids per session so sign up early! Artwork will be available for pick up one week after camp.
Class #1 – See your Name in Glass – Make a fun or fancy name plate for your room.
Class #2 – Wearable Art Day – Create a Pendant , Choker or Pin and a pair of Earrings.
Class #3 – Fused Glass Suncatcher – Brighten your room with a sparkling glass suncatcher designed by you.

Kid Friendly Class - Fused Easter Egg Ornaments (Not Currently Scheduled)
This class is perfect for kids 8 & up. Create two Easter Egg Ornaments using glass that will be fused together in a kiln after class. Projects will be available for pickup one week after class. Minimum 4 students, maximum 8 students.

Fused Votive Night (Not Currently Scheduled)
Join us for a Girl’s Night (or Guy’s Night) out to design your own glass votive holder. No glass cutting experience is required. We have lots of examples to motivate the artist in you.

Perfect Plaid Night (Not Currently Scheduled)
Make a Perfect Plaid 6” or 8” trivet, sushi plate or candle tray. A brief orientation will get you started in designing your own perfectly plaid project. No glass cutting experience is required. Your artwork will be ready for pick up approximately one week after class.

Basket Weave with Glass (Not Currently Scheduled)
Assemble an 8-inch, 10-inch or 12-inch decorative platter that magically looks like woven glass when fused together. We start with a brief orientation on how to build the platter, you select the colors and assemble and we fuse it for you. Your platter will be ready for pick up approximately one week after class.

Decorative Wall Tile
Design a 6"x6" decorative wall tile using Glassline paints, glass frits, stringers, glass shapes made using a vitrigraph and liquid stringer. This tile can be used as a focal point for a backsplash or just an accent piece displayed on a stand. Come with ideas or we will have ideas for you to choose from. Please bring cutting tools.

Fusing Fundamentals
Have you been admiring kiln-formed glass? If you haven’t tried the technique before, this class is for you. In this workshop you will learn basic kiln operation, elementary fusing terms, pattern layout and much more. Each student makes one project and leaves class with a level of knowledge that will enable them to fuse on their own. Class Fee includes most materials. Minimum 4 students, maximum 8 students. Please bring your glass cutting tools.

Glass Etching (Not Currently Scheduled)
This introduction to glass etching will show you how to turn ordinary glassware into functional yet beautiful items for your table or unique gifts for any occasion.

Open Shop Time
Work on your project, at your own pace, in our workshop! You can use our grinders and instructors are available for questions. Please call to reserve your space and bring your tools.

Open Fusing Studio - Drop in Anytime!
Glass art projects from functional to frivolous can now be created by drop-in hobbyists in our new Glass Fusing Center. Assemble original designs using pre-cut components from a comprehensive display. All tools are provided, and no glass cutting experience is necessary. We handle the kiln-firing, turning the assembled designs into trivets, coasters, bowls, votives or platters. The endless combinations of design and shape make every project a unique work of art.

Drop in anytime or schedule a private event focusing around the creation of glass art projects. Experiences can be customized for any age group by pre-selecting materials and tools.

Stained Glass Workshop (Not Currently Scheduled)
Not sure if Stained Glass is for you? Come join us for this fun and exciting journey into stained glass before you invest in the tools. Use our tools to complete one small stained glass panel while learning skills that will get you hooked on stained glass forever! Minimum 4 students, maximum 8 students.

Glass Cutting Seminar
Learn to cut glass or improve your techniques for cutting difficult shapes on a variety of glass types. In this class you will also have the opportunity to test run the Cutter’s Mate, Beetle Bits Glass cutting system, and Circle Pro Cutter. Please bring glass cutting tools.

Introduction to Glass Beadmaking (Not Currently Scheduled)
Learn how to manipulate colored glass rods in a torch flame to create beautiful glass beads. This 4 hour workshop gives you an introduction to working with the Hot Head torch and the techniques to make and decorate basic beads. The bead kit included with the class provides all of the tools you need to start making beads immediately. Please bring two cans of MAPP gas to this class (can be purchased at any hardware store).

Skill Level: Beginner
Class Length: 1 session, 4 hours - please bring snack or lunch
Fee: $180 - Bead kit included

Intermediate Glass Beadmaking (Not Currently Scheduled)
Take your beadmaking to the next level. In this workshop you will learn tips and tricks to making sculptural beads. You’ll have an opportunity to try out a minor torch using propane & oxygen – you’ll be amazed at how fast (and quietly) you can make a bead! Students will need to bring their Hot Head Torch, bead tools, glass rods and MAPP gas.

Soldering Seminar (Not Currently Scheduled)
Learn to solder like a professional! This is a hands-on class that will help you improve your soldering skills and your ability to draw a smoother solder bead. Bring soldering tools along with a small foiled project that is ready for soldering. Minimum 4 students, maximum 8 students.

Skill Level: Beginner
Class Length: 1 session, 2 hours
Fee: $25

Wire Wrapped Watch (Not Currently Scheduled)
In this class you will learn finishing and wiring techniques to compliment and complete a watch design using a fired and slumped watch band provided in the class (firing techniques will be discussed). Class fee includes one set of dichroic watch bands (to make one watch), toggle, clasp, and wire. Bring a watch face (with a spring bar, not a loop type for beaded watches) or you can purchase one the day of the class for $25.

Beginner Stained Glass
Learn the basic techniques of stained glass in this fast-paced, four week course. In this class you will learn pattern preparation, glass cutting, and the copper foil assembly method of construction. We have a selection of glass patterns from which to choose, assuring you are able to finish your project within the four week class. Some work is required outside of class time. The class fee includes all instruction and use of studio grinders during class time. Supplies, materials and tools are extra. United Art Glass students receive 10% off tools and supplies for this class. Minimum 4 students, maximum 8 students.