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EXPRESS INTRODUCTION TO GLASSBLOWING

2 Hours long

5-10 Students per Class

$33 – $49 per Student

This class is great for beginners with or without any experience! The student will learn safety fundamentals, tool and torch usage, solid rod welding and gathering, color application, shaping, and more.

Students will be able to create small trinkets, marbles, paper weights, plant rods, or anything else that can be thought of with the skills learned.

We’re currently offering our Express Introduction to Glassblowing class through a couple of community education districts (all classes are held here at our studio) Here are the links to find our upcoming Express classes online!

St. Anthony/New Brighton District : 11/17/23, 2/1/24, 4/26/24, 6/3/24

Roseville District : 12/1/23, 1/5/24, 2/20/24, 4/8/24, 5/1/24

Richfield District : 12/14/23, 1/17/24, 3/8/24

*Classes coming soon through Minneapolis & White Bear Lake!

Attire Requirements:

  • No sandals/open footwear in the studio – shoes must have closed toe and heel
  • No loose clothing, particularly in the sleeve area; or long dangling necklaces/bracelets
  • Cotton clothing is recommended (Avoid synthetic clothing, as it can melt in the case of an accident)
  • Long hair must be tied back during class

FULL INTRODUCTION TO GLASSBLOWING (101 + 102)

7 hours long (including a 1-hour lunch break)

3-6 Students per Class

$100+ tax per Student

Scheduled Full Intro Class Dates: 

  • Sat. January 27th, 10am-5pm *FULL*
  • Sat. March 30th, 10am-5pm
  • Sat May 18th, 10am-5pm

In the Full Intro class students will learn safety fundamentals, torch and tool usage, solid rod welding and gathering, shaping and color application, creations and usage of stringers, creations and usage of cane ribbon, caneworking, and there will be extra time on the torch to work.

Students will be able to create small trinkets, marbles, paper weights, plant rods, or any other items you can think of to make with the skills learned!

The Full Introduction to glassblowing class is held approximately once every 3 months.

Attire Requirements:

  • No sandals/open footwear in the studio – shoes must have closed toe and heel
  • No loose clothing, particularly in the sleeve area; or long dangling necklaces/bracelets
  • Cotton clothing is recommended (Avoid synthetic clothing, as it can melt in the case of an accident)
  • Long hair must be tied back during class

If you’re interested in signing up for this class please call us at 612-200-9605 or send us an email to StoneArchGlass@gmail.com

 

GLASSBLOWING 103 – VESSEL FORMATION

7 hours long (including a 1-hour lunch break)

3-6 Students per Class

$150+ tax per Student

*Required to have taken the Full Intro 101+102 class first

Scheduled 103 – Vessel Formation Class Dates: 

  • Sat. April 13th, 10am-5pm

In the 103 – Vessel Formation class students will learn point pulling, application of color wraps, raking, hollow shape strategy and formation, and more!

Students will be able to create small hollow vessels, and whatever can be thought of using hollow forms as a base.

It is required to take the Full Introduction 101+102 class before taking this class.

If you’re interested in signing up for this class please call us at 612-200-9605 or send us an email to StoneArchGlass@gmail.com

 

*****All classes are for adults 18+     If you are interested in signing up someone between the ages of 14-17 a guardian must be present and a parental consent form must be signed.

We also offer:
  • Private group Express Intro classes (2-10 students)
  • Private group Full Intro classes (2-6 students)
  • One-on-One lessons
  • For more information call us at 612-200-9605 or email StoneArchGlass@gmail.com

Private Group Express Intro Class Weekday During Business Hours: $200 *$100/hour for longer class time

Private Group Express Intro Class After-Hours 5-7pm: $300

Private Group Express Intro Class Saturday: $450                                   *$100/hour for longer class time

Private Group Full Intro Class Weekday 10am-5pm: $600

Private Group Full Intro Class Weekday Into After-Hours, 12pm-7pm: $700

Private Group Full Intro Class Saturday 10am-5pm: $800

Private Lessons Weekday During Business Hours: $100/hour

Private Lessons Weekday After-Hours up to 7pm: $120/hour

Private Lessons Saturday 3 hours or less: $450 FLAT RATE                *$100/hour for each additional hour