Fused glass, also known as warm glass, is a process of cutting and overlapping glass that will be melted in a kiln into a solid piece. No prior experience is needed as we will go over some basics of glass prior to the actual hands on.
Glass Block Designs
June 14, 2025 (10:00am – 2:30pm)
$75 + $35 materials fee
Ages 18+
Everywhere you look there is a Glass Block that has been decorated and twinkling lights placed inside. Come join us and create your own fused glass design. No prior experience is needed as we will go over some basics of glass prior to the actual hands on.
In this 4-hour workshop, students will create one 7″x7″ fused glass design that will be affixed to the color block of your choice. Templates will be provided as well as a set of tools to be used during the class. Several glass colors and combos will be available to choose from for your own unique color palette. Once assembled, your creation will be placed in the kiln for firing, The piece will then be glued to the block, and you will be able to pick up your finished product within a week.
Please bring a brown bag lunch, we will break for 30 minutes.
Macrame Bohemian Wall Hanging
June 21, 2025 (9:30am – 2:30pm)
$55 + $25 materials fee
Ages 14+
Want a challenge? Bring your macrame skills and complete a 24×30″ hanging which you can display on a wall or window. Get rid of all your left-over cord, large bulky yarn and assorted string, it does not matter how much you have, just bring it with you. We will be sharing our stash, and the instructor has the cord, yarn, ribbon and decorations as well.
In this 5-hour workshop you will design your own pattern. The project used many of the knots you have learned in the past to make various designs and shapes. Cord material will be provided for you in this workshop as well as beads, wooden rods, and instructions.
Barbara has been doing Macrame on and off for many years. Her work has always been for friends and family. She has completed wall hangings, bracelets, and a guitar strap specially requested after seeing some of her gifts. We are happy that she is joining us to share her knowledge.
Intro to Macrame
July 9, 2025 (6:00pm – 9:30pm)
$40 + $15 materials fee
Ages 14+
Come learn to Macrame. In this 3-hour workshop you will learn several knots and variations as you complete a sampler take home project.
Macrame is an ancient art of knots. Macrame knowledge travelled with sailors from port to port as they would make and sell their knotted creations. People were interested in how these knots were made and macrame became several versions of itself in each destination. Macrame art can be simple or elaborate, large or small, it is up to you the creator.
All materials will be provided for you in this workshop from cord, beads, wooden rods, and instructions.
Barbara has been doing Macrame on and off for many years. Her work has always been for friends and family. She has completed wall hangings, bracelets, and a guitar strap specially requested after seeing some of her gifts. We are happy that she is joining us to share her knowledge.
Round Mosaic Bowl
July 27, 2025 (9:30am – 3:30pm)
$55 + $30 materials fee
Ages 18+
This bowl can be used as a serving bowl, a display, or a Knick Knack catcher. Fused glass, also known as warm glass, is not glass blowing, it is cutting and overlapping glass that will be melted in a kiln into a solid piece. No prior experience is needed as we will go over some basics of glass prior to the actual hands on.
In this 6-hour workshop, students will create their own design for one 10-inch round bowl. Several glass colors and combos will be available to choose from for your own unique color palette. Once assembled, your creation will be placed in the kiln for firing, and you will be able to pick up your finished product within 7 to 10 days.
Please bring a brown bag lunch and some water, we will break for 30 minutes.
Slump Glass Vase
August 2, 2025 (9:30am – 2:30pm)
September 6, 2025 (9:30am – 2:30pm)
$75 + $35 materials fee
Ages 18+
These vases can be used as candle holders or flower displays. Using an 8X8 square, you will design your own unique vision. The designs will then be fused. Fused glass, also known as warm glass, is not glass blowing, it is cutting and overlapping glass that will be melted in a kiln into a solid piece. No prior experience is needed as we will go over some basics of glass prior to the actual hands on.
In this 5-hour workshop, students will create their own 8X8 design. Bring your own design or picture of flowers, animals or use the templates that will be provided for each cutting as well as a set of tools to be used during the class. Several glass colors and combos will be available to choose from for your own unique color palette. Once assembled, your creation will be placed in the kiln for firing and then slumped over a form to create the vase. You will be able to pick up your finished creation within 2 weeks.
Please bring a brown bag and some water, we will break for 30 minutes.
About the Artist
Barbara has been working with fused glass for the past 17 years. She has attended many workshops with glass artists and is associated with The Glass Underground Studio located in Warren, NJ. Upon retiring a few years ago, Barbara has been showing her wares at local fairs and juried show. Barbara is a member of the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen and has exhibited in New Jersey, Delaware and locally in Pennsylvania.