Glass Blowing Classes in NYC, New York

Don't you wish Summer could last forever? Now it can~ Create your very own Summer sun catcher in our Seasonal class here at Brooklyn Glass. Handblown glass is the perfect material to capture the light of summertime, hung from the window or ceiling, your sun catcher will throw colorful shapes and shadows all around the room as the day progresses. ...

In this one night only event, east and west coast neon mavens Meryl Pataky and Kate Hush join forces to bring you Busty in Brooklyn - an immersive neon workshop where each participant walks away with a beautiful pair of their very own neon knockers. Workshop attendees will be able to choose from several unique designs created by Pataky and...

How can you have Hot iced tea? By blowing the glass yourself of course! In this three hour class, students will try their hand at hand blown drink-ware using traditional glassblowing techniques and block molds. Using a mold instead of hand-blowing, produces a symmetrical and beautiful tall iced tea glass, perfect for cooling all Summer long.

This two-day introduction to glassblowing will guide the beginners students and students looking to brush-up on their skills, through the fundamentals of gathering glass from the furnace, vocabulary, tools, and safety.  Students will begin to learn about the fluid nature of glass by working directly with the 2100 degree molten glass to create...

The process of melting glass to make artwork has been around for over 2000 years. You will get hooked on this enduring art form as you learn to cut, layer, and stack glass that will be melted (fused) in a kiln. Learn the difference between a full fuse and tack fuse, and create pieces with color and depth that can only be achieved with this medium....

Learn how to create your very own blown glass ornaments in this one-day workshop. Apply colors, patterns, and decorative glass hooks and enjoy a great introduction to glass blowing. This class makes a wonderful gift as does the beautiful work that you will make. No experience necessary. Q&A Q: Can I make up a class if I miss one? A: No,...

Step by step you will learn: 1. Creating a resistant shape/Design a pattern How to design your own a piece. Understanding the tension of the materials, it's own weight and external exposure, such as light, wind or rain. Each piece of glass will have a designed template by the student. 2. Smoothing the edges/Use of the Glass Grinder How...

Looking to step into the world of heady glass and beautiful functional pieces? Join us for a weekend intensive today - Held over four nights, 3 hours a night, this class is the perfect introduction to pipe fabrication. The goal of this workshop is to instruct students in making functional tobacco and smoking pieces. You will learn how to work...

Create your handblown tea-light in this one day workshop. Glass is the perfect material to capture the refraction and flickering of a candlelight. We'll teach you the basics of gathering and glass blowing at the blower’s bench, while exploring color combinations of your choice. You will construct your personal and unique glass blown item that...

Glass Etching is one of our best-selling classes, so don’t miss your chance to nab a spot! In this workshop, you’ll make a customized set of 2 monogrammed glasses and a decanter. First you’ll plan your design using letters, shapes or simple graphic lines. Then, using a special etching cream, you’ll permanently transfer that design...

This 4-Day intensive workshop will place equal emphasis on technique, aesthetics and function. Finely executed vessels will be transformed through interpretation and elaboration. Students will be challenged as finished works become the starting point for more complex pieces. The exploration of spouts, handles, blown feet and intricate bit work will...

Come create and learn in our afternoon workshop centered around the beautiful form of glass art known as Fusing. In this course, students will create their own works of art out of solid pieces of glass that will then be fused together to create a cohesive object. Perfect for students young and old (min age 5 years to participate) and a great way...

This one-day workshop is a perfect introduction to glass blowing. You will learn the basics of gathering and blowing at the glass blower's bench. Guided by your instructor, you will learn color application, shaping and sculpting as you create one of a kind leaf sculptures. This can be used as a paperweight, decoration, or given as a unique hand-made...

Spruce up your home or office by making something not only beautiful, but functional as well. Our new glassblowing workshop is perfect for beginners and advanced blowers alike. Instructors will guide you through the process of creating a fluid, unique lampshade to hang or mount in the area of your choosing. During this 5 hour class you will learn...

Learn to flame-work with borosilicate glass. Melt and shape glass into creepy eyes for Halloween. Work with colored and clear glass to create yore own marbles or pendants.  No previous experience needed all skill levels welcome.