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Member Support: Glass Shop — Susan (09/23/2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

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!

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

Textured Metal Earrings (09/24/2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Textured Metal Earrings

An introduction to texturing metal using stamps and hammers to create designs for earrings.

Students will take home a pair of handmade earrings while learning the skills to continue making jewelry on their own!

What you'll learn:

How to use metal stamps and hammers, metal blocks, dabbing blocks, and sandpaper.
Safety and proper use of tools
This class will include an Orientation to the shop that will allow participants to use the shop on their own after completion*

Safety guidelines for attendance:

Wear eye protection and masks provided by instructor when using certain tools during the construction of a jewelry piece.

Wear closed-toed shoes, tie back hair, and do not wear clothing or jewelry that can become caught in machinery or around equipment.

Class Details:

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 24th

Time: 5:30 - 8:00pm

Instructor: Jessica

Investment: (Includes the cost of all materials)

Members: $85

Non-Members $110

Don't wait to register - this class is limited to 4 participants only!

*Please Note: Use of tools and equipment will be limited to what is used in this class. Other equipment (like torches) will have to be signed off separately.

Fusing Fridays - 4 Week Course (10/09/2026)

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

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

What You'll Learn:

Glass Chemistry 101 – Understand the importance of COE (Coefficient of Expansion) and how it affects your designs.
Mastering the Kiln – Learn to safely operate a kiln and use firing schedules to create both flat and three-dimensional pieces.
Cut, Stack, and Fuse – Explore techniques for cutting, layering, and designing eye-catching glasswork.
Pro Tips for Success – Get insider knowledge to troubleshoot issues and perfect your craft.

✨ No experience necessary!

18+

Please wear closed toed shoes.

All other PPE provided.

Fusing Fridays - 4 Week Course (10/16/2026)

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Fusing Fridays

Join us for a hands-on journey into the art of Glass Fusing!

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

What You'll Learn:

Glass Chemistry 101 – Understand the importance of COE (Coefficient of Expansion) and how it affects your designs.
Mastering the Kiln – Learn to safely operate a kiln and use firing schedules to create both flat and three-dimensional pieces.
Cut, Stack, and Fuse – Explore techniques for cutting, layering, and designing eye-catching glasswork.
Pro Tips for Success – Get insider knowledge to troubleshoot issues and perfect your craft.

✨ No experience necessary!

18+

Please wear closed toed shoes.

All other PPE provided.

Make & Melt - Fused Glass Ornaments (10/24/2026)

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

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:

Glass preparation for fusing
How to use basic glass tools for glass cutting and pattern layering
Kiln overview, glass technology and safety
Creation and Use of cutting templates for design layouts
Use of glass rods and frit to add texture to your projects.

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.

Fusing Fridays - 4 Week Course (10/30/2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Fusing Fridays

Join us for a hands-on journey into the art of Glass Fusing!

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

What You'll Learn:

Glass Chemistry 101 – Understand the importance of COE (Coefficient of Expansion) and how it affects your designs.
Mastering the Kiln – Learn to safely operate a kiln and use firing schedules to create both flat and three-dimensional pieces.
Cut, Stack, and Fuse – Explore techniques for cutting, layering, and designing eye-catching glasswork.
Pro Tips for Success – Get insider knowledge to troubleshoot issues and perfect your craft.

✨ No experience necessary!

18+

Please wear closed toed shoes.

All other PPE provided.

Fusing Fridays - 4 Week Course (11/06/2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Fusing Fridays

Join us for a hands-on journey into the art of Glass Fusing!

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

What You'll Learn:

Glass Chemistry 101 – Understand the importance of COE (Coefficient of Expansion) and how it affects your designs.
Mastering the Kiln – Learn to safely operate a kiln and use firing schedules to create both flat and three-dimensional pieces.
Cut, Stack, and Fuse – Explore techniques for cutting, layering, and designing eye-catching glasswork.
Pro Tips for Success – Get insider knowledge to troubleshoot issues and perfect your craft.

✨ No experience necessary!

18+

Please wear closed toed shoes.

All other PPE provided.

Fused Glass Ornaments (11/12/2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Fused Glass Ornaments

Fused glass ornaments are great small pieces of art to decorate any holiday tree or for gift giving.

You will learn:

Glass preparation for fusing
How to use basic glass tools for cutting and pattern layering
Kiln overview, glass technology and safety
Use of glass rods and frit to add texture to your projects.

Ornaments will be full fused after class and available for pick up following week.

Instructor: Lisa Steckler

Cost: (all materials included)

Member: $95.00

Non-Member: $110.00

NOTE:

18+

Please wear closed-toed shoes

All PPE provided