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!
Fee: $40 + HST (free to Studio-level members)
Fee: $40 + HST (free to Studio-level members)
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 workshop, 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) Beginner fusers 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) 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!
Fee: $40 + HST (free to Studio-level members)
Fee: $40 + HST (free to Studio-level members)
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 workshop, 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) Beginner fusers are welcome!
