Discover the beauty and artistry of glass with our Stained Glass & Slumped Glass collection of programs at SMILE Makerspace! Whether you're fascinated by the intricate patterns of stained glass or the fluid forms of slumped glass, our expert-led classes and open studio sessions offer a creative space for all skill levels. Learn the timeless techniques of cutting, assembling, and fusing colorful glass pieces to craft stunning mosaics, window panels, and three-dimensional glass art. From beginners to experienced glassmakers, our programs provide everything you need to bring your artistic vision to life!
Each workshop includes:
Our Stained Glass Open Studio is available once artists have gained enough experience that are comfortable with creating their own projects.
Monthly Project Calendar
February
- Hearts
- Picture frames
March
- Sun catchers
- Flowers
- A simple celtic knot
- Birds ex: Hummingbird, Cardinal, Robin, Dove
April
- Easter bunny
- Easter eggs
- Dove
- Fox
- House number panel
May
- Stained glass box
- Turtles/Sea Creatures ex: Starfish, sand dollars, fish
- Butterflies, garden stakes, dragonflies, flowers, mushrooms
- Sun catchers
(Summer Camp Break)
September
- Halloween: Pumpkins, cats
- Lanterns
- Zen garden
October
- Thanksgiving: fruit bowl
- Cat
- Christmas: Trees, Ornaments, plates, figurines, Santa Clauses
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Spider webs
November
- Christmas: Trees, Ornaments, plates, figurines, Santa Clauses, Christmas gnomes, Dreidels
December
- 8 x 10 stained glass panel
- Holiday Gifts
No prior experience? No problem! Our friendly instructors will provide step-by-step demonstrations, plenty of inspiration, and personalized guidance to help bring your vision to life. Feel the joy of working with your hands, experimenting with texture and form, and watching your piece transform throughout the session.
Come ready to get a little messy, have a lot of fun, and take home your very own unique glass creation!
Workshop Details:
👕 What to Bring: Comfortable clothes – all tools and materials provided.
Perfect for: Beginners and glass lovers of all levels looking to explore their creative side
