Open Studios December! - Patterns and Optics

Patterns have been represented in glassmaking throughout the ages. Join us Saturday, December 10th for an afternoon of glass, pattern, and optical twists with artists in our glass studios. Watch demonstrations in glassblowing, neon, flame working and stained glass. Sign up or RSVP for all our activities to try your hand at working with glass! Activities include:

Glassblowing Ornaments (Age 11 and up): Work one on one with a teaching artist to make your own ornament in our glassblowing studio! Optical twists and color will make your creation a festive decoration for the holidays! 
Beadmaking (Age 11 and up): Learn about making your own beads with a torch in our flameworking studio. Instructors will guide you through the process, utilizing pattern, color, and texture in your own unique design.
Kilnforming - Cookie Coasters (All ages!): In this activity you will learn about how glass can be fused, making your own coaster by assembling a beautiful glass composition. 

Free Activities (Great for all ages!):

Free RSVP Silkscreening - Bring your own t-shirt, bandana, or tote bag to silkscreen with our UrbanGlass artists - Limited tote bags and t-shirts will be available for purchase. 
Free RSVP Beaded Ornaments  - An array of beads will be available, with hardware for hanging your creation in this fun bead stringing activity.