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Create beautiful glass snowflake ornaments that will add sparkle to any holiday festivities. Use glass frit, in a variety of colors, to fill ceramic molds that will then be put in the kiln and fired. Everyone get to make 2 large snowflakes. Extra snowflakes (if molds are availalbe) may be created for an extra $15 for large and $10 for small. Please bring cash for extra ornaments.

Ornaments may be picked up in one to one and a half weeks. No experience required.

Great for Girls' Night Out, Family Outings and Holiday Parties. Ages 12+ 

Masks are required. I have them for you if you forget. They aren’t optional. They must be worn over your nose and mouth (not loose fitting and no gators) during your time in the building and studio.

$52 per ticket

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Please Note

This experience has a minimum of 3 students required to go forward. You'll be notified if it is below the minimum seven days in advance. If the minimum is not met 24 hours before the event, you’ll have the option to pay the difference for a private event amount, transfer to another date or Dabble experience, or receive a refund.$45/person

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Get a taste of how to make your own blown glass ornaments in this fun, hands-on, 2-hour workshop, students will learn how to safely blow glass with a torch.

You will receive 6 glass “points” that you fill with beautiful colored glass of your choice. With one-on-one instruction, you will then heat your glass in the torch to create your own colorful one‐of‐a‐kind holiday ornaments by blowing the glass.

- No experience necessary! Perfect for beginners

- Must be 16+.

- For ages 16 and 17 a parent/guardian must be present at the beginning of the class to sign the waiver

-You must wear cotton or wool clothing (no synthetic materials for example- poly, fleece or spandex)

- it is also best if you're able to stand for at least an hour off and on during the class

$88/person

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Get a taste of how to make your own blown glass ornaments in this fun, hands-on, 2-hour workshop, students will learn how to safely blow glass with a torch.

You will receive 6 glass “points” that you fill with beautiful colored glass of your choice. With one-on-one instruction, you will then heat your glass in the torch to create your own colorful one‐of‐a‐kind holiday ornaments by blowing the glass.

- No experience necessary! Perfect for beginners

- Must be 16+.

- For ages 16 and 17 a parent/guardian must be present at the beginning of the class to sign the waiver

-You must wear cotton or wool clothing (no synthetic materials for example- poly, fleece or spandex)

- it is also best if you're able to stand for at least an hour off and on during the class

$88/person

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Join us at Chicago Glass Collective for a new Holiday class! In this fun and family-friendly 2-hour class, you will create two 3" x 3" fused glass ornaments. Using a variety of colorful flat glass, holiday-themed ornaments will be safely designed and assembled. Cut special kiln paper to create beautiful snowflakes that will be encased in glass and fused in a kiln. Also, use small pieces of colorful flat glass to make snowmen, menorahs, Christmas trees, penguins, reindeer, dreidels, and more! Pick up your fired glass pieces in one week. Additional ornaments can be made for $15 each. Wear close-toed shoes.

$55 per ticket

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Prerequisites: No prerequisites required

What's Provided: All materials provided

Please Note: This experience has a minimum of 4 students required to go forward. You'll be notified if it is below a minimum 7 days in advance. If the minimum is not met 24 hours before the event, you’ll have the option to pay the difference for a private event amount, transfer to another date or Dabble experience, or receive a refund.

Join us on Dabble!

Get a taste of how to make your own blown glass ornaments in this fun, hands-on, 2-hour workshop, students will learn how to safely blow glass with a torch.

You will receive 6 glass “points” that you fill with beautiful colored glass of your choice. With one-on-one instruction, you will then heat your glass in the torch to create your own colorful one‐of‐a‐kind holiday ornaments by blowing the glass.

- No experience necessary! Perfect for beginners

- Must be 16+.

- For ages 16 and 17 a parent/guardian must be present at the beginning of the class to sign the waiver

-You must wear cotton or wool clothing (no synthetic materials for example- poly, fleece or spandex)

- it is also best if you're able to stand for at least an hour off and on during the class

$88/person

REGISTER HERE

Join us on Dabble!

Get a taste of how to make your own blown glass ornaments in this fun, hands-on, 2-hour workshop, students will learn how to safely blow glass with a torch.

You will receive 6 glass “points” that you fill with beautiful colored glass of your choice. With one-on-one instruction, you will then heat your glass in the torch to create your own colorful one‐of‐a‐kind holiday ornaments by blowing the glass.

- No experience necessary! Perfect for beginners

- Must be 16+.

- For ages 16 and 17 a parent/guardian must be present at the beginning of the class to sign the waiver

-You must wear cotton or wool clothing (no synthetic materials for example- poly, fleece or spandex)

- it is also best if you're able to stand for at least an hour off and on during the class

$88/person

REGISTER HERE

Join us on Dabble!

Get a taste of how to make your own blown glass ornaments in this fun, hands-on, 2-hour workshop, students will learn how to safely blow glass with a torch.

You will receive 6 glass “points” that you fill with beautiful colored glass of your choice. With one-on-one instruction, you will then heat your glass in the torch to create your own colorful one‐of‐a‐kind holiday ornaments by blowing the glass.

- No experience necessary! Perfect for beginners

- Must be 16+.

- For ages 16 and 17 a parent/guardian must be present at the beginning of the class to sign the waiver

-You must wear cotton or wool clothing (no synthetic materials for example- poly, fleece or spandex)

- it is also best if you're able to stand for at least an hour off and on during the class

$88/person

REGISTER HERE

Join us on Dabble!

Get a taste of how to make your own blown glass ornaments in this fun, hands-on, 2-hour workshop, students will learn how to safely blow glass with a torch.

You will receive 6 glass “points” that you fill with beautiful colored glass of your choice. With one-on-one instruction, you will then heat your glass in the torch to create your own colorful one‐of‐a‐kind holiday ornaments by blowing the glass.

- No experience necessary! Perfect for beginners

- Must be 16+.

- For ages 16 and 17 a parent/guardian must be present at the beginning of the class to sign the waiver

-You must wear cotton or wool clothing (no synthetic materials for example- poly, fleece or spandex)

- it is also best if you're able to stand for at least an hour off and on during the class

$88/person

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Use Halloween and Day of the Dead as your inspiration for your glass fusing project!

Sugar skulls, pumpkins, ghosts and witches are easily translated into fused glass shapes, colors and textures. You will use a variety of colored glass pieces to create a colorful one-of-a-kind glass plate or wall piece. You will learn the basics of cutting and assembling flat glass. Pre-cut pieces and decals will also be available to make your 5" x 5" plate. Great for beginners; no experience needed! Wear comfortable close-toed shoes and bring a light 2nd layer in case the studio is chilly.  No experience necessary and great for ages 14+. 

• Ages 14-15 must have an adult present with them for the entire class.

• All materials are provided. Your pieces will be fired after class and ready to pick up 2/2.5 weeks after class. Shipping is available for a fee.

• Ages 16+ Parent/Guardian must be present when student (ages 16-17) arrives to sign waiver before class.

• Wear closed-toed shoes and bring water to drink.

If you have any COVID, flu or cold symptoms please do not come to class. We can reschedule for a later date.

$56/person

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Join us on Dabble!

Get a taste of how to make your own blown glass ornaments in this fun, hands-on, 2-hour workshop, students will learn how to safely blow glass with a torch.

You will receive 6 glass “points” that you fill with beautiful colored glass of your choice. With one-on-one instruction, you will then heat your glass in the torch to create your own colorful one‐of‐a‐kind holiday ornaments by blowing the glass.

- No experience necessary! Perfect for beginners

- Must be 16+.

- For ages 16 and 17 a parent/guardian must be present at the beginning of the class to sign the waiver

-You must wear cotton or wool clothing (no synthetic materials for example- poly, fleece or spandex)

- it is also best if you're able to stand for at least an hour off and on during the class

$88/person

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In this 4-hour class, you will learn make your own beautiful glass beads by melting and designing beautifully colored glass with a torch. Dots, swirls, lines and frit will be available for use. Detailed safety instructions will be explained and demonstrated at the beginning and throughout the class.
All materials are included. Walk away from the class with your beads strung onto a wire that can be used as a keychain, fan pull, light pull, zipper pull. You can also string them in order to make a simple necklace or bracelet. No experience necessary. This is a great introduction to glass beadmaking and flameworking and will allow you to come back and rent torch time so you can continue making beads. Expect to make 6-10 beads during the class.

Wear natural fibers (no fleece or spandex) clothing, hair tie for long hair and closed-toed shoes. If you wear glasses and have the option to wear contacts, please do so. Contacts will be more comfortable. Bring bottled water for you to drink.

Ages 15+ Parent/Gaurdian must be present when student (ages 15-17) arrives to sign waiver before class.

If you have any COVID, flu or cold symptoms please do not come to class. We can reschedule for a later date.

$107 per Ticket

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Join us for a Halloween inspired class! You will learn how to safely cut and assemble flat glass strips into a the shape of a 6" web. Although it looks extremely complex with its delicate lines, it is really quite sturdy and effortless to achieve. Then you can have it slumped into a bowl (perfect for holding a votive candle) or leave it flat so you can hang it in the window or on a wal

If you would like to make a larger bowl (8") instead of the smaller bowl (6") the fee is an additonal $15. Please bring cash. No experience necessary and great for ages 14+. 

• Ages 14-15 must have an adult present with them for the entire class.

• All materials are provided. Your pieces will be fired after class and ready to pick up 2/2.5 weeks after class. Shipping is available for a fee.

• Ages 16+ Parent/Guardian must be present when student (ages 16-17) arrives to sign waiver before class.

• Wear closed-toed shoes and bring water to drink.

• If you have any COVID, flu or cold symptoms please do not come to class. We can reschedule for a later date.

$57/person

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Use a variety of brightly colored layers of flat glass to create a festive one-of-a-kind fused glass dish. We will assemble stacks of assorted fusible glass and let heat, surface tension and gravity do their work. These stacked dishes are beautiful illustrations of fusing and the movement of molten glass when heated to high temperatures. No two pieces are ever the same.

You will learn the basics of safely cutting and assembling flat glass. Pre-cut pieces will also be available to make your 5" x 5" fused glass dish. A white or clear base is included with the fee but different base colors can be purchased from the instructor. Great for a date night or a girls/guys night out! Wear comfortable close-toed shoes. No experience needed. 21+

Please Note

This experience has a minimum of 3 students required to go forward. You'll be notified if it is below minimum 7 days in advance. If the minimum is not met 24 hours before the event, you’ll have the option to pay the difference for a private event amount, transfer to another date or Dabble experience, or receive a refund.

$59/person

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In this 4-hour class, you will learn make your own beautiful glass beads by melting and designing beautifully colored glass with a torch. Dots, swirls, lines and frit will be available for use. Detailed safety instructions will be explained and demonstrated at the beginning and throughout the class.
All materials are included. Walk away from the class with your beads strung onto a wire that can be used as a keychain, fan pull, light pull, zipper pull. You can also string them in order to make a simple necklace or bracelet. No experience necessary. This is a great introduction to glass beadmaking and flameworking and will allow you to come back and rent torch time so you can continue making beads. Expect to make 6-10 beads during the class.

Wear natural fibers (no fleece or spandex) clothing, hair tie for long hair and closed-toed shoes. If you wear glasses and have the option to wear contacts, please do so. Contacts will be more comfortable. Bring bottled water for you to drink.

Ages 15+ Parent/Gaurdian must be present when student (ages 15-17) arrives to sign waiver before class.

If you have any COVID, flu or cold symptoms please do not come to class. We can reschedule for a later date.

$107 per Ticket

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Bring some color into your life! Design a one-of-a-kind 6” fused glass bowl with frit and clear shapes. The combination of the frit and clear creates a stunning pattern with the feel of painting with watercolors or colorful stones underwater.

• No experience necessary and great for ages 15+. 

• All materials are provided. Your pieces will be fired after class and ready to pick up two weeks after class. Shipping is available for a fee.

• Ages 15+ Parent/Guardian must be present when student (ages 15-17) arrives to sign waiver before class.

• Wear closed-toed shoes and bring water to drink.

$66/person

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Create a fab set of fused glass landing pads for your favorite beverages. Students will select design elements from our colorful selection of flat sheet glass and decals prepared with a wide range of patterns and images. You’ll make art you can toast to!

You will learn how to safely cut and assemble glass into your design. You will make two 4in-square glass coasters that your guests will want to steal. Perfect for a date night or Girls' Night out! No experience required.

All materials included. If you want to make more coasters they are $15 each. Your pieces will be fired after the workshop and ready to be picked up one week after class. Shipping is also available for a fee.

What You Can Expect From This Experience

• Learn to safely cut flat glass

• Learn how to use decals

• Learn how to assemble flat glass

• Learn how to use accessory glass

Please Note

This experience has a minimum of 3 students required to go forward. You'll be notified if it is below minimum 7 days in advance. If the minimum is not met 24 hours before the event, you’ll have the option to pay the difference for a private event amount, transfer to another date or Dabble experience, or receive a refund.

$59 per ticket

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Bring some color into your life! Design a one-of-a-kind 6” fused glass bowl with frit and clear shapes. The combination of the frit and clear creates a stunning pattern with the feel of painting with watercolors or colorful stones underwater.

• No experience necessary and great for ages 15+. 

• All materials are provided. Your pieces will be fired after class and ready to pick up two weeks after class. Shipping is available for a fee.

• Ages 15+ Parent/Guardian must be present when student (ages 15-17) arrives to sign waiver before class.

• Wear closed-toed shoes and bring water to drink.

$66/person

REGISTER HERE

Join Us on Dabble

Use a variety of brightly colored layers of flat glass to create a festive one-of-a-kind fused glass dish. We will assemble stacks of assorted fusible glass and let heat, surface tension and gravity do their work. These stacked dishes are beautiful illustrations of fusing and the movement of molten glass when heated to high temperatures. No two pieces are ever the same.

You will learn the basics of safely cutting and assembling flat glass. Pre-cut pieces will also be available to make your 5" x 5" fused glass dish. A white or clear base is included with the fee but different base colors can be purchased from the instructor. Great for a date night or a girls/guys night out! Wear comfortable close-toed shoes. No experience needed. 21+

Please Note

This experience has a minimum of 3 students required to go forward. You'll be notified if it is below minimum 7 days in advance. If the minimum is not met 24 hours before the event, you’ll have the option to pay the difference for a private event amount, transfer to another date or Dabble experience, or receive a refund.

$59/person

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Join us for a brand new class, Fabulous Fused Glass Soap Dishes!

During this fun and creative 2-hour class, you will learn how to safely cut flat glass and assemble it using beautiful accessory glass like crushed glass called frit and glass threads called stringers. Your instructor will help you create the design of your choosing… You will have two options for your soap dish surface: it can either be textured or smooth.

$59/person

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Make your own whimsical and colorful fruit and vegetable markers for your garden! Discover the joys of glass fusing while creating your own unique plant stakes. Use colored glass, frit, stringers, and embellishments to create beautiful fused glass garden markers in the kiln. Learn how to safely assemble and design with flat glass. You will create the perfect 3" x 3" handmade garden and/or plant stake in this fun and informative workshop. 

Perfect for girls' or guy's afternoon out or an event with your garden club! Also great for a family outing after the farmers' market. No experience required. Glass and tools provided by Chicago Glass Collective. Additional markers may be made for $12 ea. Pieces may be picked up one-week after firing. Ages 14+

$59/person

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Join us on Dabble!

Bring some color into your life! Design a one-of-a-kind 6” fused glass bowl with frit and clear shapes. The combination of the frit and clear creates a stunning pattern with the feel of painting with watercolors or colorful stones underwater.

• No experience necessary and great for ages 15+. 

• All materials are provided. Your pieces will be fired after class and ready to pick up two weeks after class. Shipping is available for a fee.

• Ages 15+ Parent/Guardian must be present when student (ages 15-17) arrives to sign waiver before class.

• Wear closed-toed shoes and bring water to drink.

$66/person

REGISTER HERE

Join us on Dabble!

In this 4-hour class, you will learn make your own beautiful glass beads by melting and designing beautifully colored glass with a torch. Dots, swirls, lines and frit will be available for use. Detailed safety instructions will be explained and demonstrated at the beginning and throughout the class.
All materials are included. Walk away from the class with your beads strung onto a wire that can be used as a keychain, fan pull, light pull, zipper pull. You can also string them in order to make a simple necklace or bracelet. No experience necessary. This is a great introduction to glass beadmaking and flameworking and will allow you to come back and rent torch time so you can continue making beads. Expect to make 6-10 beads during the class.

Wear natural fibers (no fleece or spandex) clothing, hair tie for long hair and closed-toed shoes. If you wear glasses and have the option to wear contacts, please do so. Contacts will be more comfortable. Bring bottled water for you to drink.

Ages 15+ Parent/Gaurdian must be present when student (ages 15-17) arrives to sign waiver before class.

If you have any COVID, flu or cold symptoms please do not come to class. We can reschedule for a later date.

$107 per Ticket

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