UPCOMING STUDIO CLASSES
**All classes are held at our studio. Classes are set up so each student is at their own torch station, except for during instructional demos.
WE OFFER A FEW TYPES OF CLASSES!
- Express Intro to Glassblowing (2 hours)
- Full Intro to Glassblowing 101 + 102 (6 hours)
- Vessel Formation: 103 (6 hours)
- Private Classes/Lessons
Descriptions and Pricing all listed below.
EXPRESS INTRODUCTION TO GLASSBLOWING
2 Hours long; 5pm-7pm
5-10 Students per Class
$49-$65+ tax per student
This class is great for beginners without any experience! The students will learn safety fundamentals, tool and torch usage, solid rod welding and gathering, color application, shaping, and more.
Students can potentially create things such as small sculptural items, marbles, paper weights, plant rods, or anything else that can be thought of with the skills learned. Let your creativity guide you!
We’re currently offering our Express Introduction to Glassblowing class direct through us, AND though various community education districts (all classes are held here at our studio!). You do not have to live in the listed district to sign up for the community ed. classes.
This class is NOT the prerequisite to take the 103: Vessel Formation Class. The prerequisite class for the 103 level is the FULL Introduction to Glassblowing, listed below the Express class schedule.
Attire Requirements:
- No sandals or open footwear – shoes must be fully enclosed from toe to heel
- No loose sleeves and long dangling necklaces/bracelets
- Tops and/or sweaters must be zipped, buttoned, or closed while around the working area
- Long hair must be tied back
- Please come to class fed and hydrated – standing is required for the duration of the class for optimal safety. (A chair may be provided to lean on if needed for medical reasons)
Click the links below to sign up for upcoming Express classes online:
*If a link is unavailable, the class is not yet open for registration
| Day | Date | Price | Sign Up Through: | Sign-Up Link |
| Thursday | October 30th *FULL* | $55 | Minneapolis | REGISTER HERE |
| Tuesday | November 4th *FULL* | $55 | Anoka/Hennepin | REGISTER HERE |
| Friday | November 7th *FULL* | $55 | Minneapolis | REGISTER HERE |
| Thursday | November 13th | $59 | Richfield | REGISTER HERE |
| Monday | November 17th *FULL* | $55 | Minneapolis | REGISTER HERE |
| Thursday | November 20th | $65 | IN HOUSE | REGISTER HERE |
| Tuesday | November 25th *FULL* | $59 | Roseville | REGISTER HERE |
| Tuesday | December 2nd | $52 | St. Anthony/New Brighton | REGISTER HERE |
| Thursday | December 4th *FULL* | $59 | Roseville | REGISTER HERE |
| Friday | December 12th | $59 | Richfield | REGISTER HERE |
| Tuesday | December 16th *FULL* | $55 | Minneapolis | REGISTER HERE |
| Thursday | December 18th | $65 | IN HOUSE | REGISTER HERE |
| Tuesday | January 6th | Anoka/Hennepin | REGISTER HERE | |
| Thursday | January 8th | Minneapolis | REGISTER HERE | |
| Wednesday | January 14th | St. Anthony/New Brighton | REGISTER HERE | |
| Tuesday | January 20th | Minneapolis | REGISTER HERE | |
| Thursday | January 22nd | Roseville | REGISTER HERE | |
| Tuesday | January 27th | Richfield | REGISTER HERE | |
| Friday | January 30th | $65 | IN HOUSE | REGISTER HERE |
| Thursday | February 5th | Minneapolis | REGISTER HERE | |
| Monday | February 9th | $65 | IN HOUSE | REGISTER HERE |
| Wednesday | February, 11th | Anoka/Hennepin | REGISTER HERE | |
| Wednesday | February 18th | Minneapolis | REGISTER HERE | |
| Wednesday | March 4th | Roseville | REGISTER HERE | |
| Tuesday | March 10th | Richfield | REGISTER HERE | |
| Thursday | March 12th | St. Anthony/New Brighton | REGISTER HERE | |
| Wednesday | March 18th | Minneapolis | REGISTER HERE | |
| Tuesday | March 24th | $65 | IN HOUSE | REGISTER HERE |
| Tuesday | April 7th | Minneapolis | REGISTER HERE | |
| Wednesday | April 15th | $65 | IN HOUSE | REGISTER HERE |
| Friday | April 17th | Anoka/Hennepin | REGISTER HERE | |
| Thursday | April 23rd | Minneapolis | REGISTER HERE | |
| Tuesday | April 28th | Roseville | REGISTER HERE | |
| Thursday | April 30th | St. Anthony/New Brighton | REGISTER HERE | |
| Wednesday | May 6th | Minneapolis | REGISTER HERE | |
| Tuesday | May 12th | Minneapolis | REGISTER HERE | |
| Thursday | May 14th | $65 | IN HOUSE | REGISTER HERE |
| Thursday | June 4th | Roseville | REGISTER HERE | |
| Tuesday | June 9th | St. Anthony/New Brighton | REGISTER HERE | |
| Thursday | June 11th | Minneapolis | REGISTER HERE | |
| Wednesday | June 17th | Anoka/Hennepin | REGISTER HERE |
FULL INTRODUCTION TO GLASSBLOWING (101 + 102)
10am-5pm (Includes a 1-hour break, 1-2pm)
4-6 Students per Class
$145+ tax per Student
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, coil building, caneworking, and there will be plenty of time on the torch to work and test out your new skills.
Students can potentially create things such as small sculptural items or coil pots, marbles, paper weights, plant rods, or anything else that can be thought of with the skills learned. Let your creativity guide you!
This class is the Prerequisite to taking the 103: Vessel Formation class. You must go through this level of class to sign up for the 103 level.
*Please note that if you are planning to sign up for the Full Intro Class, please ensure your availability before registering. Being that the class size is a max of only 6 people, we ask that you ensure your availability for that date before registering and to cancel/reschedule for emergencies and medical reasons only.
Scheduled Full Intro Class Dates:
| Day | Date | Price | Sign-Up Link |
| Saturday | November 15th *FULL* | $145 | REGISTER HERE |
| Saturday | January 3rd | $145 | REGISTER HERE |
| Saturday | January 17th | $145 | REGISTER HERE |
| Friday | February 20th | $145 | REGISTER HERE |
| Thursday | March 26th | $145 | REGISTER HERE |
| Saturday | April 11th | $145 | REGISTER HERE |
| Saturday | May 9th | $145 | REGISTER HERE |
If you would like to be added to the waiting list, call us at 612-200-9605 or email StoneArchGlass@gmail.com and include your name, phone #, and mention that you would like to be added to the waitlist for the Full Intro class.
Attire Requirements:
- No sandals or open footwear in the studio – shoes must have closed toes and heels
- No loose sleeves and long dangling necklaces/bracelets
- Tops and/or sweaters must be zipped, buttoned, or closed while around the working area
- Long hair must be tied back
- Please come to class fed and hydrated – standing is required for the duration of the class for optimal safety. (A chair may be provided to lean on if needed for medical reasons)
GLASSBLOWING 103 – VESSEL FORMATION
10am-5pm (Includes a 1-hour break, 1-2pm)
3-6 Students per Class
$200+ tax per Student
*Required to have taken the Full Intro 101+102 class first
Scheduled 103 – Vessel Formation Class Dates:
- Saturday, December 6th @10am-5pm
- Saturday, March 7th @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
*****Minimum age to take our classes is 13years old. If you are interested in signing up someone between the ages of 13-17 a guardian must be signed up for the class and present the whole time, and a parental consent form must be signed.
PRIVATE CLASSES:
- Private Group Express Intro Classes: $200 Flat Group Rate + $20 per person. The Private Group Express Intro class is 2 hours long. Minimum of 2 people for the group rate. Additional hours can be purchased for $100 Flat Rate + $10 Per Person, Per Hour.
- Private Group Full Intro Classes: $600 Flat Rate + $100 per person. The Private Full Intro Class is 6 hours long (7 including lunch break). Minimum of 2 people for the group rate.
- Individual Lessons: $150 per hour
Other Private Class Info:
- Max class size is 10 students.
- We do not have an area for a group to eat food. If you are planning a group event that includes a glassblowing class, plan to have your food elsewhere.
- Alcoholic beverages not allowed.
- Availability varies. We do not hold private classes on weekends. Evening availability is limited. Weekday during business hours has the widest open availability.
Cancellation Policy:
If a student needs to cancel their registration for a class, 3 business days’ notice prior to the scheduled class is needed or their money will not be refunded. Only one reschedule will be allowed if requested within the appropriate time frame.
For the Full Intro classes, being that the class size is a maximum of only 6 people, we ask that you try to ensure your availability for that date before registering and to cancel/reschedule for emergencies only.
For Private classes 1-week prior notice is needed to receive a full refund for cancellations. A 5% cancellation fee will apply if a private class is cancelled within one week of the scheduled class date.
If Stone Arch Glass Studio needs to cancel class (including Emergencies, Minimum number of students not reached, or any other reason) the student will have the option to reschedule into a future class or receive a refund.