Monday and Tuesday 11 am to 6 pm
Wednesday and Thursday, 11 am to 8 pm
Fridays, 11 am to 3 pm
Saturdays, 10 am to 3 pm
We are moving!
We will be open but not quite up to snuff the week of June 1, Hopefully back to full swing by June 8. Thanks for your patience!
Our New address is
1561 Old Hwy 8 NE
New Brighton, MN 55112
Our New Phone Number is 651-636-3304, activated around the 28th of May.
and last but not least, a map to the new location:
Upcoming Classes -
Panel Windows/Lamps, June 9, or 10, 6-8PM seven weeks, $70
Basic Stained Glass, June 11, 6-8PM, seven weeks, $160
Other Classes we offer (check back for updates)
Innovative Panels and Lamps - , 6 -8 pm Mon., Seven weeks
New!
This is an intermediate level class. Learn advanced techniques and skills for your panel window or lamp. Topics include fitting to an existing space, reinforcing for size or for cabinetry, design and more. Seven weeks
Basic Stained Glass – , 6-9 pm, Wed. or Thu. , Seven Weeks,$160
Where it all begins! Our approach is to teach you the fundamentals in a series of classes of 7 weeks, each class building and adding to the previous in soldering, cutting glass, cutting lead, working with patterns and understanding tools. Take home five projects, and have some fun while you are at it. $160 tools included, $110 without tools.
Beginning Panels – , 6-9 pm, Tues., Seven Weeks, $70
Day Panel Windows - January 7, 12:30-2:30 pm, Wed., Seven Weeks, $70
The next step after beginning stained glass, we focus on lead panels first, and then easily transition into foil for those who wish to do two panels in one class. This class is seven weeks long. $70
Panels/Panel Lamps - , 12:30 - 2:30 pm, Sat., Seven Weeks, $70
We've gotten a lot of requests for a panel class on a Saturday, as well as some desire for a lamps class. This class is great because you get exposure to several techniques and ideas that you can use in your own building. Seven weeks, $70.
Tiffany Lamps - , 10:00 - 12:00, Sat., Ten weeks, Two weeks, two week break, Eight more weeks, $85 with pattern purchase.
If you intend to take this class, you must order your pattern no later than October 15 to insure that we can obtain it.
The most challenging of the stained glass projects. All you need is some foiling skills and a lot of determination.
Beginning Beads
, Sat, 3 - 5 pm, 2 Weeks, $80
Learn the basics of beadmaking, from making twisities and latticino, to making large beads and some basic decoration. We’ll be working with effetre (soft) glass in a variety of colors. Supplies included, please bring two MAPP gas tanks.
Introduction to Fusing - , Sat, 3 - 5 pm, 2 Weeks, $80
Come and learn the basics of glass fusing, sticking glass into kilns and heating it until melts. This is a technical class with lots of information, including some suggested firing schedules, a discussion about kilns and kiln conversion. We will learn to tack fuse, full fuse and slump into a bowl mold, with an emphasis on smaller pieces that can be taken home.
Other classes we offer seasonally:
GlasKolben
We huffed and we puffed, and we finally figured out how to make the fun of glass blowing available to you! Using European techniques, we’ll be making a variety of Christmas ornaments colored with frit and stringer. Requires one or two MAPP gas tanks.
Plated Panels -
Learn how to design and create a multi-layered masterpiece. Create from scratch or convert existing patterns.
Panel Lamps -
Make a Prairie or Victorian style lamp in this five week class. A great intro to lamps in a fast paced format.
Intermediate to Advanced Panels
It’s panel making for those who have been at it awhile, or have been through the beginning panels more than once. We’ll cover topics such as working with large bevel groups, working larger overall, using heavy reinforcement, MORE
Intermediate beads – Taking Names - please call
Take your bead making to the next step. Class includes dots, feather beads and flowers. We’ll also push the limits of the Hot Head and work with some System 96 and COE 90 glass. Dichroic, silver leaf, aventurine and pixie dust techniques will also be covered, along with enrobing for beautiful clear coating. Two MAPP gas tanks required.
Stepping Stones
This is the classic indirect mosaic project. Make an attractive and durable stepping stone (or several). Cost is $25, some supplies provided. We also have molds for rent in so you can try it out without investing in a mold. Rental is $10.
Garden Accent
A new class for us, learn how to use a variety of items, including all of your scrap glass, to make a one of a kind garden piece. Cost is $30.
Gazing Ball
The classic mosaic gazing ball, without the weight of a bowling ball! Learn how to do glass on glass mosaic in a fun environment. Cost is $30
Kids Mosaic
This class is for ages eight and up. Make a mosaic flower pot for mother's day, we'll provide everything for the class, you just bring the kids! $35
