Glass Quilt Squares @ SW Art Glass
In this 6-hour workshop, you will be exploring the art of textiles through the traditional stained glass copper-foil method. Combining classic quilting patterns with glass, you will have the opportunity to focus on technique refinement and embellishments. This class is a great fit for someone who has a basic understanding of the stained glass process or someone who is an artistic, quick-learner.
You will have the choice of a pattern and emphasis will be placed on color scheme/glass selection, solder and wire details (if desired), finishing with lead came, cleaning and patina application
Note: If you are a beginner who has never worked with glass before, one of my 3-hour make-and-take workshops will be better suited for you!
Pattern selection and finishing details dependent on time/experience (at the discretion of the instructor).
Most materials will be included (if you want a specific glass not provided, you can buy it here).
Basic glass tools will be provided, but if you have your own favorite tools, please bring them with you.
Adults only for this workshop
Fairy Wing Sun Catchers @ SW Art Glass
In this beginner-friendly, 3-hour workshop, you will have the opportunity to create your own stained glass fairy wing! Depending on your experience level, you will learn the copper foil method as well as how to enhance your piece through decorative soldering techniques, wire accents, and enamel paints.
Pattern selection and finishing details dependent on time/experience (at the discretion of the instructor).
Most materials will be included (if you want a specific glass not provided, you can buy it here).
Basic glass tools will be provided, but if you have your own favorite tools, please bring them with you.
Kids aged 12 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult for this workshop
Fairy Wing Sun Catchers @ SW Art Glass
In this beginner-friendly, 3-hour workshop, you will have the opportunity to create your own stained glass fairy wing! Depending on your experience level, you will learn the copper foil method as well as how to enhance your piece through decorative soldering techniques, wire accents, and enamel paints.
Pattern selection and finishing details dependent on time/experience (at the discretion of the instructor).
Most materials will be included (if you want a specific glass not provided, you can buy it here).
Basic glass tools will be provided, but if you have your own favorite tools, please bring them with you.
Kids aged 12 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult for this workshop
Flowers and Philodendrons @ SW Art Glass
In this beginner-friendly, 4-hour workshop, you will have the opportunity to create either a stained glass flower or philodendron leaf sun catcher! Depending on your experience level, you will learn the copper foil method and how to enhance your piece using decorative soldering techniques and wire accents.
Pattern selection and finishing details depend on time and experience, as determined by the instructor.
Most materials will be included (if you want a specific glass not provided, you can buy it here).
Basic glass tools will be provided, but please bring your own favorite tools if you have them.
Kids aged 12 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult for this workshop.
Flowers and Philodendrons @ SW Art Glass
In this beginner-friendly, 4-hour workshop, you will have the opportunity to create either a stained glass flower or philodendron leaf sun catcher! Depending on your experience level, you will learn the copper foil method and how to enhance your piece using decorative soldering techniques and wire accents.
Pattern selection and finishing details depend on time and experience, as determined by the instructor.
Most materials will be included (if you want a specific glass not provided, you can buy it here).
Basic glass tools will be provided, but please bring your own favorite tools if you have them.
Kids aged 12 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult for this workshop.
Stained Glass Desert Landscape, 3wk Workshop (COMING SOON)
In this intermediate level, 3-week workshop, you will have the opportunity to create a desert landscape themed stained glass artwork. Classes take place on Wednesday’s from 9am-1pm on June 17th, June 24th, and July 1st at SW Art Glass in Phoenix, Arizona. This experience is best for those who have some experience in stained glass (taking one of my make-and-takes is the perfect prerequisite). We will be covering color theory, cutting and soldering techniques, as well as how to finish a piece with solder and wire embellishments and/or patina.
Pattern selection and finishing details depend on time and experience, as determined by the instructor.
Most materials will be included (if you want a specific glass not provided, you can buy it here).
Basic glass tools will be provided, but please bring your own favorite tools if you have them.
Adults 18+ only.
COMING SOON at SW Art Glass!
Folk Flowers @ SW Art Glass
In this intermediate level, 6-hour workshop, you will have the opportunity to create a stained glass folk-style flower sun catcher! Emphasis will be placed on glass selection, cutting and soldering techniques, as well as using patina and solder/wire/enamel embellishments to finish the piece. This class is best for those with some prior stained glass experience (one of my make-and-take workshops is a great prerequisite).
Pattern selection and finishing details depend on time and experience, as determined by the instructor.
Most materials will be included (if you want a specific glass not provided, you can buy it here).
Basic glass tools will be provided, but please bring your own favorite tools if you have them.
Kids aged 12 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult for this workshop.
Flowers and Philodendrons @ SW Art Glass
In this beginner-friendly, 4-hour workshop, you will have the opportunity to create either a stained glass flower or philodendron leaf sun catcher! Depending on your experience level, you will learn the copper foil method and how to enhance your piece using decorative soldering techniques and wire accents.
Pattern selection and finishing details depend on time and experience, as determined by the instructor.
Most materials will be included (if you want a specific glass not provided, you can buy it here).
Basic glass tools will be provided, but please bring your own favorite tools if you have them.
Kids aged 12 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult for this workshop.
Flowers and Philodendrons @ SW Art Glass
In this beginner-friendly, 4-hour workshop, you will have the opportunity to create either a stained glass flower or philodendron leaf sun catcher! Depending on your experience level, you will learn the copper foil method and how to enhance your piece using decorative soldering techniques and wire accents.
Pattern selection and finishing details depend on time and experience, as determined by the instructor.
Most materials will be included (if you want a specific glass not provided, you can buy it here).
Basic glass tools will be provided, but please bring your own favorite tools if you have them.
Kids aged 12 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult for this workshop.
Butterflies and Moths @ SW Art Glass
In this beginner-friendly, 4-hour workshop, you will have the opportunity to create either a stained glass butterfly or moth sun catcher! Depending on your experience level, you will learn the copper foil method and how to enhance your piece using decorative soldering techniques and wire accents.
Pattern selection and finishing details depend on time and experience, as determined by the instructor.
Most materials will be included (if you want a specific glass not provided, you can buy it here).
Basic glass tools will be provided, but please bring your own favorite tools if you have them.
Kids aged 12 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult for this workshop.
Folk Flowers @ SW Art Glass
In this intermediate level, 6-hour workshop, you will have the opportunity to create a stained glass folk-style flower sun catcher! Emphasis will be placed on glass selection, cutting and soldering techniques, as well as using patina and solder/wire/enamel embellishments to finish the piece. This class is best for those with some prior stained glass experience (one of my make-and-take workshops is a great prerequisite).
Pattern selection and finishing details depend on time and experience, as determined by the instructor.
Most materials will be included (if you want a specific glass not provided, you can buy it here).
Basic glass tools will be provided, but please bring your own favorite tools if you have them.
Kids aged 12 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult for this workshop.
Butterflies and Moths @ SW Art Glass
In this beginner-friendly, 4-hour workshop, you will have the opportunity to create either a stained glass butterfly or moth sun catcher! Depending on your experience level, you will learn the copper foil method and how to enhance your piece using decorative soldering techniques and wire accents.
Pattern selection and finishing details depend on time and experience, as determined by the instructor.
Most materials will be included (if you want a specific glass not provided, you can buy it here).
Basic glass tools will be provided, but please bring your own favorite tools if you have them.
Kids aged 12 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult for this workshop.
Fairy Wing Sun Catchers @ SW Art Glass
In this beginner-friendly, 3-hour workshop, you will have the opportunity to create your own stained glass fairy wing! Depending on your experience level, you will learn the copper foil method as well as how to enhance your piece through decorative soldering techniques, wire accents, and enamel paints.
Pattern selection and finishing details dependent on time/experience (at the discretion of the instructor).
Most materials will be included (if you want a specific glass not provided, you can buy it here).
Basic glass tools will be provided, but if you have your own favorite tools, please bring them with you.
Kids aged 12 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult for this workshop
Wings and Things @ SW Art Glass
During this beginner-friendly, 3-hour class, you will learn how to create a stained glass bug from your choice of original patterns! Emphasis will be placed on the following:
• Using stained glass tools and equipment safely and correctly
• Copper-foil method
• Wrapping with hobby came
• Solder, wire, and enamel accents
Most materials will be included (if you want a specific glass not provided, you can buy it here).
Basic glass tools will be provided, but if you have your own favorite tools, please bring them with you.
Kids aged 12 - 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Holiday Ornaments @ SW Art Glass
In this beginner-friendly, 3-hour workshop, you will have the opportunity to choose from three patterns to create your own holiday ornament! Depending on your experience level, you will learn the copper foil method as well as how to enhance your piece through decorative soldering techniques, wire accents, and beaded charms.
Pattern selection and finishing details will be dependent on time and experience (this will be up to the discretion of the instructor).
Most materials will be included (if you want a specific glass not provided, you can buy it here).
Basic glass tools will be provided, but if you have your own favorite tools, please bring them with you.
Merchantile Market
Join me at the Scottsdale Civic Center! This will be the perfect event for last minute holiday shopping!
Tempe Festival of the Arts
I will be located on S Maple Ave with the Emerging Artists booths. Come and enjoy art, food, and music!
Wings and Things @ SW Art Glass
-SOLD OUT-
During this beginner-friendly, 3-hour class, you will learn how to create a stained glass bug from your choice of original patterns! Emphasis will be placed on the following:
• Using stained glass tools and equipment safely and correctly
• Copper-foil method
• Wrapping with hobby came
• Solder, wire, and enamel accents
Most materials will be included (if you want a specific glass not provided, you can buy it here).
Basic glass tools will be provided, but if you have your own favorite tools, please bring them with you.
Cabinet of Curiosities @ SW Art Glass
In this Cabinet of Curiosities stained-glass workshop, you will have the opportunity to create your own collectible creation of either a butterfly wing, bird skull, seas shell, gemstone, or flower. You will learn how to add detail with solder, wire, patina, and enamel accents, as well as display the piece in a glass dome! Because of the variety of patterns to choose from, this class accommodates both beginners as well as returning students.
Most materials will be included (if you want a specific glass not provided, you can buy it here).
Basic glass tools will be provided, but if you have your own favorite tools, please bring them with you.
Wings and Things @ SW Art Glass
-SOLD OUT-
During this beginner-friendly, 3-hour class, you will learn how to create a stained glass bug from your choice of original patterns! Emphasis will be placed on the following:
• Using stained glass tools and equipment safely and correctly
• Copper-foil method
• Wrapping with hobby came
• Solder, wire, and enamel accents
Most materials will be included (if you want a specific glass not provided, you can buy it here).
Basic glass tools will be provided, but if you have your own favorite tools, please bring them with you.