Welcome to Glasstronomy Studios’ adult art glass workshop program. This calendar details the beginner sessions offered in the early new year for people just getting started in glass or wanting to refresh their skills.
Our project-based learning program teaches best practices and techniques that will give you a taste of the possibilities. Explore the medium in a fun and friendly environment while creating something uniquely yours. Nurture your glass skills and let your creativity flourish!
Be sure to check out the quarterly workshop and course calendars for general workshops that are open to beginners who have a little experience.
What are you waiting for? Registration is now open.
We offer the following payment methods for registering for workshops and courses:
1. By e-transfer:
2. In person:
3. By Phone:
Please note: HST will be added to the listed fee at time of payment.
Cancellation policy: A Studio credit will be issued for cancellations up to 7 days before start date (unless otherwise specified). We regret that Studio credits will not be issued under the 7-day threshold.
Studio credits can be applied to a future purchase of a workshop or course.
View our events calendar here.
Fine print — As of March 2020, non-members who are first-time registrants are required to complete and sign a waiver * prior to participating in the learning session they are paying for. The waiver is an acknowledgment of our cancellation policy (mandatory), waiver of liability (mandatory), and image use (optional). If you choose a remote method of payment, the waiver will be emailed to you. Registration will not be deemed complete until the signed waiver is emailed back.
* If you are under the age of 18, a legal guardian must sign on your behalf.
Spring showers bring wall flowers
Celebrate the long-awaited return of spring by creating a vibrant and functional accent for your garden or patio. In this four-evening course, participants will design and fabricate a series of fused glass mosaic butterflies along with a coordinating fused glass mosaic backdrop. Once completed, the glass elements will be mounted onto a metal frame with a planter or tealight holder, creating a luminous seasonal feature to enjoy outdoors throughout the warmer months.
Working with 96 COE glass and a range of compatible accessories, participants will explore two distinct fused glass mosaic techniques that achieve a clean, contemporary surface without the use of traditional grout. Through guided demonstrations and studio work time, participants will design, cut, and assemble their glass components while developing confidence with mosaic composition in kiln-formed glass.
Following kiln firing and slumping, rare earth magnets will be adhered to the butterflies, allowing them to be positioned and repositioned on the metal armature. This flexible mounting system makes it easy to rearrange the composition outdoors during the growing season and later bring the butterflies indoors to brighten winter spaces.
All project materials, kiln firings, magnets, and metal armature are included.
When: Thursdays, April 2, 9, 23, and 30, 2026, from 7 to 10 pm
Fee: $595 + HST (includes all project materials, kiln firings, magnets, and metal armature)
Glass cutting experience is required.
Beginner fusers are welcome!
Cross off that bucket list item and dive into the enchanting world of stained glass! Perfect for aspiring artists and DIY enthusiasts, you will learn the copper foil technique and create a stunning 10-inch round framed panel that showcases your creativity and craftsmanship.
During this four-evening beginner course, each session combines instruction, demonstration, and hands-on practice, ensuring that you leave with a beautiful piece of art and newfound skills. Whether you are looking to start a new hobby or simply explore your creative side, this course is designed for beginners of all ages.
Join us for an inspiring journey into stained glass art and take home a beautiful 10-inch round panel that reflects your personal style. Sign up today and let your creativity shine!
What you will learn:
When: Thursdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026, from 7 to 10 pm
Fee: $325 + HST
Beyond the bead: Soldering techniques and surface effects
Does your solder spit or pit? Are you struggling to form a smooth, even bead? A clear understanding of how solder and flux interact can transform the soldering process — eliminating common frustrations while opening the door to expressive decorative techniques and sculptural possibilities.
In this focused two-hour workshop, participants will explore best practices for soldering maintenance, proper flux use, and controlled solder application. Through guided demonstrations, participants will learn how to achieve clean seams and develop a range of decorative solder finishes, including hammered, bamboo, and pearl textures. Participants will also be introduced to methods for stamping and sculpting solder, expanding its potential beyond structural joins into a decorative design element.
Using glass bevels and 60/40 solder, each participant will create a small 4-inch × 4-inch Tree of knowledge panel that showcases several of the techniques explored during the session.
All project materials are included.
When: Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 10 am to 12 pm
Fee: $95 + HST (includes all project materials)
Beginners are welcome!
Limit: 8 persons
Welcome to the wonderful world of stained glass! Participants will be taught studio safety, copper foil technique and soldering. Using pre-cut glass squares, participants will create a stained glass suncatcher to take home and enjoy.
All project materials are included.
When: Friday, April 10, 2026, from 7 to 9 pm
Fee: $95 + HST (includes all project materials)
Member discounts do not apply.
Beginners are welcome!
Limit: 8 persons
THIS SESSION IS FULL.
The gentle sound of chimes, the play of light through glass, and the sparkle of beadwork come together beautifully in this relaxed, creative workshop. Suspended from a natural piece of driftwood, these whimsical glass wind chimes bring movement, colour, and sound to any garden, patio, or window.
Participants will design and create a set of five fused glass chime ornaments using 96 COE glass and accessories and will explore simple composition techniques while cutting and arranging their glass pieces, adding colourful beads that will later form the hanging connections between each glass element.
Following kiln firing, the finished glass components will be added and suspended from a selected piece of driftwood, creating a chime that responds gently to light and breeze.
This workshop emphasizes relaxed making and playful experimentation — perfect to enjoy with family or friends.
All project materials and kiln firing are included.
When: Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10 am to 3 pm
Fee: $125 + HST (includes all project materials and kiln firing)
Beginners are welcome!
It’s time for some creative fun!
In this introductory workshop, participants will explore the foundational principles of kiln-formed glass while creating a small collection of wearable pieces. Through guided demonstrations and hands-on experimentation, participants will learn about glass compatibility, volume control, and the basics of multi-layer firing while playing with colour, transparency, and form.
Working with 96 COE glass and a variety of compatible accessories, participants will design and assemble up to four fused glass pendants or ornaments. Once kiln fired, each piece will be finished with jewellery bails, making them ready to wear, share, or gift.
A lively introduction to fused glass that combines technical fundamentals with creative exploration.
All project materials and kiln firing are included.
When: Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10 am to 12 pm
Fee: $50 + HST (includes all project materials and kiln firing)
Member discounts do not apply.
Beginners are welcome!
Nature captivates us with sweeping landscapes and quiet, awe-inspiring vistas. Translating these scenes into glass allows those moments to linger long after the journey has ended.
In this workshop, participants will explore how landscape imagery can be interpreted through kiln-formed glass. Techniques such as glass impasto, frit-based texture (frittage), and cut glass applications will be introduced to help build surface interest and structure within a composed glass panel.
Working with 96 COE glass and compatible accessories, participants will translate a favourite photograph or remembered landscape into glass. Concepts of depth, colour relationships, and perspective will emerge through thoughtful design, layered construction, and kiln firing.
All project materials and kiln firing are included.
When: Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 1 pm to 4 pm
Fee: $178 + HST (includes all project materials and kiln firing)
Beginners are welcome!
Wine and cheese anyone? Join us for this social and learn how to prolong the enjoyment of a bottle of wine long after the contents are gone! Bring along two empty, clean, label-free bottles for a fun and memorable activity. Learn how to apply Glassline paint to recycle wine bottles into cheese trays. Light refreshments will be served.
All project materials, kiln firings, and refreshments are included.
When: Friday, May 8, 2026, from 7 to 9 pm
Fee: $125 + HST (includes all project materials, kiln firings, and refreshments)
Member discounts do not apply.
Beginners are welcome!
Start the day with a colourful introduction to fused glass. Participants will learn how to safely handle glass tools and materials while exploring colour, shape, and simple design. Each participant will create up to four fused glass pieces, which will later be finished with magnets or jewellery bails — perfect to wear, display, or gift.
All project materials and kiln firing are included.
When: Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 10 am to 12 pm
Fee: $50 + HST/person | $80 + HST/couple (open to children when accompanied by a participating adult) (includes all project materials and kiln firing)
Member discounts do not apply.
Spend the afternoon creating a cheerful fused glass picture frame using glass impasto painting techniques. Participants will apply richly textured glass colour to pre-fired outline designs on a glass frame mat. Choose from playful themes including Dinosaurs, Floral, Love, or Outer space, then bring your design to life with vibrant glass colour.
All project materials and kiln firings are included.
When: Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 1 to 4 pm
Fee: $150 + HST for one frame | $275 + HST for two frames (includes all project materials and kiln firing)
Member discounts do not apply.
At time of registration, please choose
A. Dinosaurs
B. Floral
C. Love
D. Outer space.
A. Dinosaurs
B. Floral
C. Heart
D. Outer space
… Because every faerie village needs a few magical mushrooms
To complete our June Faerie Series, these playful glass mosaics are ready to shimmer, sprout, and perhaps hide a little magic of their own. In this two-afternoon workshop, participants will transform three mushroom-shaped glass vessels into enchanting “magical mushrooms” using traditional glass-on-glass mosaic techniques. Whether inspired by the bright spots of an Amanita, a tiny faerie front door, or an imaginative woodland design, these charming 4- to 6-inch glass fungi can become tealight holders, miniature vases, or secret keepers for small treasures.
During the first session, participants will design and mosaic their mushroom forms with colourful glass. In the second session, the pieces will be grouted and finished, revealing the full character and texture of the mosaic surface.
All project materials are included.
When: Saturdays, June 6 AND 13, 2026, from 1 to 4 pm
Fee: $150 + HST (includes all project materials)
Beginners are welcome!
Welcome to the wonderful world of stained glass! Participants will be taught studio safety, copper foil technique and soldering. Using pre-cut glass squares, participants will create a stained glass suncatcher to take home and enjoy.
All project materials are included.
When: Friday, June 12, 2026, from 7 to 9 pm
Fee: $95 + HST (includes all project materials)
Member discounts do not apply.
Beginners are welcome!
Limit: 8 persons