Fusing Fridays
Join us for a hands-on journey into the art of Glass Fusing!
This 4-week introductory, project-based class will explore the fundamentals of working with fusible glass. Each week, you'll complete a different project while building your skills and creativity in this exciting medium.
Fridays: 10/9, 10/16, 10/30, 11/6
Time: 12:00 - 3:00 PM
Instructor: Lisa Steckler
Cost: (All materials included)
Members $350
Non-Members $400
✨ No experience necessary!
18+
Please wear closed toed shoes.
All other PPE provided.
Please register for these staff hours so that we are best able to assist you.
Please reach out if you have any questions.
glass@rutlandmint.org.
Fused Glass Holiday Tree Ornaments
Fused glass ornaments are great small pieces of art to decorate any holiday tree or for gift giving. In this class you will make holiday tree ornaments based on my custom ornament template in glimmering Coe 90 glass. Replicate my design or create your own tree trimming design.
You will learn:
This class is good for beginners and intermediate glass artists. Ages 16 and up.
Drilled ornaments will be full fused after class and picked up following week.
Instructor: Susan Wacker-Donle
Cost: (all materials included)
Member: $145.00
Non-Member: $165.00
NOTE:
Please wear closed-toed shoes, all PPE provided, no open containers of beverages, face masks recommended for use with grinders.
Introduction to Glass Flameworking
Discover the mesmerizing art of glass flameworking!
In this introductory class, you'll learn the fundamentals of working with a propane/oxygen torch to melt and shape glass rods.
We'll cover the basics of the flameworking setup, essential safety procedures, and a brief history of glass.
You'll gain hands-on experience pulling stringers, creating twisties, and forming basic beads. We'll also explore various decorating techniques and learn how to properly finish your glass creations, including annealing.
By the end of this class, you'll have a foundational understanding of torch work and the skills to create your own unique glass beads, marbles, pendants, and more.
What You'll Learn:
You will learn about torch and gas safety, essential flameworking tools, and the annealing process.
You will gain skills in pulling stringers, making twisties, forming basic beads, applying decorative techniques, and finishing beads.
Class Details:
Date: June 16th
Time: 5:00-8:00pm
Investment: (Includes the cost of all materials)
Members: $155
Non-Members $180
Don't wait to register - this class is limited to 2 participants only!
Safety Requirements: For your safety, please wear clothing made of natural fibers (wool, denim, cotton, etc.), close-toed shoes, and ensure long hair is pulled back securely.
Instructor: Jenni
All Guilds & Volunteer Monthly Meeting
1st Tuesday of the month
All Welcome
Glass Guild members will be present in the Glass Shop to assist any Mint Members who need help with anything related to glass from general inquiries, project questions, facilitating glass purchases, equipment know-how, and more. We're here to help!
glass@rutlandmint.org
Stained Glass for Beginners: Rhombus Cube Sun Catcher
Join us for an introduction to our Stained Glass shop!
Using different colored and textured glass, we’ll arrange three diamond shapes (rhombuses) using the copper foil method to form a “3D” cube.
In this class you will leave knowing:
This beginner class will get your foot in the door of the Stained Glass shop. This course counts as a foundational class that will allow you to work independently in the shop.
*Please wear close-toed shoes, bring water and snack. All other PPE provided by the Mint.
Instructor: Christopher Rawls - Hobbyist Glass Artist
Cost:
$75 Members
$85 Non-Members
Fused Glass Ornaments
Fused glass ornaments are great small pieces of art to decorate any holiday tree or for gift giving.
Ornaments will be full fused after class and available for pick up following week.
Member: $95.00
Non-Member: $110.00
Please wear closed-toed shoes
All PPE provided
Stained Glass Ornaments
Come join us and celebrate the season by creating your own stained-glass holiday ornaments!
Using multiple colors and textured glass, arrange your pieces to create a unique ornament. Perfect for your own tree or to give as gifts.
This class focuses on skills and familiarity with the process. Students will leave with a small completed project.
In this single-session workshop, you will:
- Choose complementary colors - Cut glass to a specific size and shape from a pattern - Apply foil to the glass for soldering - Solder the glass pieces together - Add hooks for hanging - Patina and polish to give it a finished look
- Choose complementary colors
- Cut glass to a specific size and shape from a pattern
- Apply foil to the glass for soldering
- Solder the glass pieces together
- Add hooks for hanging
- Patina and polish to give it a finished look
No stained-glass experience necessary.
This workshop is considered an Orientation to the Glass Shop for current Mint members. Onboarding for new members will be available.
Instructor: Chris
Member Cost: $75
Not Yet Member Cost: $85
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