Potted Plant Stakes
This is a fun class to get your creative juices flowing. You can create any design of your choice. We have seen many designs in the past ranging from flowers, gnomes, mushrooms, bees, and frogs. Learn the basics of cutting glass while creating 2 cute stakes for your potted plants.
Fri May 30th 11-1 ET
$65 for 2
Sun Catchers
Be it wishing for a robin or saluting a cardinal, this is a lovely sun catcher that can work inside or out. We thought these birds looked cute in a window, but you can make whatever design tickles your fancy.
Fri, Jun 6th 11-1 ET
Sat Jun 7th 10-12 ET
$65
Garden Flowers
Create year-round color in your garden. You design and cut your flower; after firing we attach a copper stem. These can also be made to hang on a wall if you prefer.
Fri, Jun 13th 11-1 ET
$65 for first flower
$25 for each additional flower
Ocean Wave
These waves evoke the beauty of the water that surrounds us. You just hear the waves crashing. Cut glass and frit is used to create the movement in this project. The finish piece can be displayed indoors or outside.
Sat June 14th 1-3 ET
$90
Stands or stakes are sold separately for $40
Crushed Glass Birds and Butterflies
Summer sunshine brings out the birds and the butterflies. Create a picture of your favorite flying friend to enjoy all year. Crushed glass and found objects are arranged on the picture surface to create these welcome creatures. Resin will be applied after the class to finish the project.
Sat June 21st 10-12 ET
$80
Windchimes
There are few sounds as comforting as the gentle tinkling of windchimes. In this class, you will create a glorious personal project that will look AND sound special.
Fri, Jun 27th 11 - 1 ET
Sat, Jun 28th 10 - 12 ET
$75
Choose Your Own Project
Whatever it is you hope to create -- we are here to help you through the process. Something special for your garden, a special gift or a class you missed.
Sat May 31st 10-12 ET
Fri Jun 20th 11-1 ET
Fri Jul 18th 11-1 ET
Price Varies depending on project. If you reserve online you will be charged $65 and you may need to pay an additional charge at the gallery depending on your selected project. Call Cindy at (773) 882-9407 if you have questions.
Focus on Fusing: Principles of firing techniques
Ever wonder what happens to your project after your work is done? This class is designed for those who want to learn about the details of kiln use, shelf preparation, firing schedules, terminology, product selection and side-by side comparison of the variables., This class is a discussion format that features some "hands-on" experience with each of the steps, including the determination and programming of firing schedules. Samples and notes provided.
Maximum class number is 6.
2 class sessions
Sat July 12th and Sat July 19th 1 - 3
$120
Coral Bowls
Capture the beauty of coral in colors of your choice - match your home, your mood or anything else you want to honor! In this class you will learn to cut strips of glass and place them in a formation that gives the feeling of coral from the sea. The finished bowl is 8" round.
Sat July 19th 10 - 12 ET
$80
Summer Special - Garden Stake - Circle or V
Take advantage of this special offering! The garden stake will be included at no additional cost ($40 value). Enliven your garden with a uniquely designed garden stake. Your choice of either a circle or v shape design. These garden stakes provide year-round color.
Fri July 25 11-1 ET
Sat July 26th 10-12 ET
$90 includes garden stake
Friday classes are from 11am - 1pm Saturday classes are 10am - noon, unless listed otherwise.
All times listed are Eastern Time (Michigan time)