Classes
You will be creating a beautiful fused glass garden stake to add a splash of color to your yard or patio. The wrought iron stand is a perfect way to incorporate your fused art into your garden. Students will learn basic fusing concepts and will have the opportunity to use transparent and/or opalescent colored glass on a clear base along with frit, stringers, and glass nuggets. You’ll be given tips on design and layout to create your own unique garden stake. You’ll be making a 3″ x 24″ fused glass panel to insert into a wrought iron garden stake that stands approximately 43″ high. Glass panels are fired after class. Students will be notified via email when projects are ready for pickup (within 7-10 business days). If these dates and times don’t work for you, please inquire about private classes.
Class Dates:
Saturday, February 7th from 11:00am – 2:00pm
Saturday, March 7th from 11:00am – 2:00pm
Saturday, April 4th from 11:00am – 2:00pm
Saturday, May 9th from 11:00am – 2:00pm
Saturday, June 6th from 11:00am – 2:00pm
For private groups, please email us at Missy@nwartglass.com.
Fee: $140 (tuition and materials included)
To register, email registration form to missy@nwartglass.com or call 425-861-9600.
No previous experience required. Please wear closed-toed shoes.
Stained glass is a magical art form that combines the beauty of colored glass with the dynamic brilliance of light. This introductory class focuses on the copper foil technique, also known as the Tiffany Method, which allows for the creation of intricate and detailed designs far exceeding the limitations of traditional lead came construction. Students will select from 3 pre-designed patterns provided by the instructor to create their first copper foil panel. This comprehensive four-session course is designed to provide you with a solid foundation to begin expressing your creativity through this unique medium.
You will learn:
- Understanding glass patterns.
- The Art of Glass Cutting: Mastering essential scoring and breaking techniques.
- Foiling: Applying the copper foil neatly to prepare the glass for soldering.
- Soldering: Learning to create strong, clean, and beautiful solder lines.
- Finishing and Presentation: Applying patina, polish, and preparing the finished piece for display.
Important Note on Attendance
It is essential that you attend all four sessions, as the curriculum is structured to build skills sequentially, with each session directly dependent on the knowledge and practice gained in the previous one.
Class One Dates:
Session 1: Saturday, January 31st from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Session 2: Saturday, February 7th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Session 3: Saturday, February 14th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Session 4: Saturday, February 21st from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Class Two Dates:
Session 1: Saturday, February 28th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Session 2: Saturday, March 7th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Session 3: Saturday, March 14th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Session 4: Saturday, March 21st from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Class Three Dates:
Session 1: Saturday, April 4th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Session 2: Saturday, April 11th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Session 3: Saturday, April 18th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Session 4: Saturday, April 25th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Instructor: Don Thompson
Fee: $275 (tuition and materials included)
To register, email registration form to missy@nwartglass.com or call 425-861-9600.
Once you complete your Introduction to Copper Foil class, consider furthering your skills by joining our intermediate workshops. Class dates will be provided on the last day of class. Students need to have their own tools and materials. Beginner tool kits are available to students at a discounted rate.
Our introductory fusing class provides you with the basic technical and practical skills necessary to start fusing on your own. The class includes basic cutting skills, firing schedules, safety topics, and design techniques. You will have an opportunity to try out the various tools available to work with glass. This is a one-day, hands-on class in which you will foster your fusing knowledge while assembling an 8” square project using one of several patterns provided. Your final art can be used as a plate or display piece.
Class Dates:
Saturday, February 14th from 9:30am – 3:30pm
Saturday, March 14th from 9:30am – 3:30pm
Saturday, April 11th from 9:30am – 3:30pm
Saturday, May 16th from 9:30am – 3:30pm
Saturday, June 13th from 9:30am – 3:30pm
Instructor: Martin Haight
Fee: $225 (tuition and materials included)
To register, email registration form to missy@nwartglass.com or call 425-861-9600.
No previous experience required. Please wear closed-toed shoes.
Let your creativity shine as you design a gorgeous, one-of-a-kind glass lantern! This magical glass fusion workshop will have you crafting 4 beautiful glass panels to illuminate your space. Whether this is your first time fusing or you are a seasoned glass enthusiast, our team will guide you every step of the way. You will design your panels using fusible glass, colorful frits, pre-fired nuggets, glass stringers and noodles. Once completed, your art will be fired and assembled. We will notify you when your project is ready to be picked up, generally this is 7-10 days.
Class Dates:
Saturday, February 7th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Saturday, March 7th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Saturday, April 4th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Saturday, May 9th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Saturday, June 6th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
For private groups, please email us at Missy@nwartglass.com.
Fee: $130 (tuition and materials included)
To register, email registration form to missy@nwartglass.com or call 425-861-9600.
No previous experience required. Please wear closed-toed shoes.
In this 3-hour workshop you will create your own Halloween plate on black, white or persimmon colored glass. Stringers, noodles, glass frit and pre-fired nuggets will help you build your spooky scene. You have the option to leave your art flat for display in a stand or slumped to use as a serving plate.
Class Dates:
Saturday, October 18th from 11:00am – 2:00pm
Saturday, October 25th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
For private groups, please email us at Missy@nwartglass.com.
Fee: $95 (tuition and materials included)
To register, email registration form to missy@nwartglass.com or call 425-861-9600.
No previous experience required. Please wear closed-toed shoes.
Discover the timeless art of stained glass in our introductory class on building stained glass windows with lead came! In this hands-on workshop, students will create a small, glass panel while learning the foundational skills of this beautiful craft. Explore the art of glass selection, master the techniques of glass cutting, and learn how to use a pattern to bring your design to life. Gain valuable experience working with lead came to fabricate and assemble your piece with expert guidance. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to expand your creative horizons, this class is the perfect starting point for your stained glass journey. It is important that you attend all three sessions as each session builds on the previous session. All supplies included.
Class One:
This class is now full.
Session 1: Friday, August 8th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Session 2: Friday, August 15th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Session 3: Friday, August 22nd from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Class Two:
Session 1: Saturday, September 13th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Session 2: Saturday, September 20th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Session 3: Saturday, September 27th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Class Three:
Session 1: Saturday, October 18th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Session 2: Saturday, October 25th from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Session 3: Saturday, November 1st from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Instructor: Carrie Gray
Carrie Grey shows at local galleries, CORE, The Lynn Hanson Gallery, and The Seattle Glassblowing Studio, and is featured in the national publications, Luxe Interiors + Design (July/August 2023) and the Stained-Glass Association of America (SGAA) Quarterly (Winter 2022). She is listed on the Washington State Public Artist Roster (2023-2025), and in the Fall of 2022 and 2023, she opened her studio up to the public as a featured artisan in REFRACT: The Seattle Glass Experience.
Fee: $260 (tuition and materials included)
To register, email registration form to missy@nwartglass.com or call 425-861-9600.
No previous experience required. Please wear closed-toed shoes.