Glass Blowing Classes in Washington, DC

For the novice student interested in learning the basics of glassblowing and building skill. There will be demonstrations and lectures by the instructors with a focus on learning through doing. The use of color will be introduced and teamwork will be emphasized.

In this stained glass suncatcher class, students will learn how to construct a 3.5 x 3.5" hanging piece using the copper foil technique. Students will learn how to cut, grind, foil, and solder their suncatcher in this course. Students will have five patterns to choose from and will be able to choose their own colors during the class. Students may...

This exciting 1-day workshop will introduce you to the world of glassblowing. Includes demo by the instructors & discussions of studio equipment, techniques, safety & the history of glass. Come with questions. You will then have a chance to experience glassblowing when you create a piece of your own. Wear cotton clothing & closed-toed...

Designed for beginning students to continue focusing on clarity of form through repetition. Demonstrations of technique will be given. Teamwork will be emphasized. Small classes allow more intense work for each student.  Prerequisite:  Completion of Beginning Glassblowing.

In this exciting workshop, students will learn techniques similar to those used by glass blowers to create beautifully colored glass paperweights. Learn to gather glass on a punty from a crucible kiln, pick up color, shape and use special studio finishing techniques. Class size is limited to six students. Each student will have time to make three to...

Students will learn the basic techniques of gathering, marvering, blocking, and blowing molten glass. This class will emphasize individual instruction and cover the use of traditional hand tools. The use of color will be introduced, but students will primarily work with clear glass.  Beginning glassblowing is designed for the glass student with...

It's our goal to unleash your inner artist and help you design and make your own glass art today. With the help of an instructor, you can design and create a unique glass art piece of your own design. Sign up with a friend or three...and make an afternoon of it. How it works: The day is split into a number of 1/2 hour sessions. Select the session...

Learn to make small blown glass ornaments with a Hot Head torch- create unique holiday gifts and surprise your family and friends! Starting with Glaskolben pre-made glass tubes you’ll learn the tips and tricks for blowing these ornaments over a torch and how to embellish them with color. Each student will have the opportunity to make up to six blown...

Create a blown glass ornament with the help of one of our studio artists. Have fun while you make your handmade one of a kind glass ornaments. Sign up with a group of friends and make your holiday gifts!! Ornaments need to be cooled for 24 hours, so you will be given a time when you can pick up your ornaments by the staff. Please arrive on time for...

This class has an open curriculum allowing students to continue their exploration into stained glass under the supervision and guidance of an experienced instructor. Students might select a new project like a lamp, box, panel, or bring a project in progress. This class is a great way to learn new techniques, get a refresher, have your questions answered,...

It's our goal to unleash your inner artist and help you design and make your own glass art today. With the help of an instructor, you can design and create a unique glass pumpkin. Nothing says fall like a bright orange pumpkin...or a blue pumpkin. Start your handblown pumpkin patch today!! Sign up with a friend or three...and make an afternoon of...

With the help of an instructor, you can design and create a unique glass art piece of your own design. The glass you make needs to cool to room temperature and then it needs to be ground to sit flat, so finished pieces are available for pick up the weekend following your session.

For the first time, Nancy will reveal her process of creating fantastical gardens and imaginary underwater scenes. This will be a multi-step and multi-element process that will include many techniques and use of various vitreous materials. Glass forming techniques taught will include: vitrograph, working over a torch, making frit from the kiln, crafting...

Beginning students learn basic techniques for making a small stained glass panel: design, cutting, foiling and/or leading, soldering, puttying, applying a patina, and framing. Intermediate and advanced students hone skills and learn new techniques to be used on advanced projects. (Pregnant women should check with their doctor before registering.) Supplies...

In Nikki's comprehensive float glass class students will learn all about the properties of window glass, plate glass and tempered glass and how to use these inexpensive (and sometimes free) materials to create beautiful fused glass art works in the kiln. Through a series of projects, students will learn how to: cut thick glass how to work with...