Advance your glassblowing craft with East Falls Glassworks’ focused 6-session Intermediate Hot Glass class in Philadelphia. Perfect for those ready to deepen skills with blown forms and vessels in a hands-on, engaging setting.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 hours per session, 6 sessions total
Fitness Level
Basic physical stamina for standing and controlled movements during sessions is required.
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History
East Falls was historically a milling hub, with its industrial roots now transformed into creative studios and green spaces.
Conservation
The studio emphasizes sustainable practices by recycling glass where possible and minimizing energy use during sessions.
East Falls Glassworks
Advance your glassblowing craft with East Falls Glassworks’ focused 6-session Intermediate Hot Glass class in Philadelphia. Perfect for those ready to deepen skills with blown forms and vessels in a hands-on, engaging setting.
East Falls Glassworks is a Philadelphia-based glassblowing studio offering hands-on classes and one-day workshops for beginners and intermediate students. The studio focuses on hot glass techniques, safety, and skill development in a supportive classroom environment. East Falls Glassworks schedules two structured six-session courses — a 6-Session Intro to Hot Glass for beginners and a 6-Session Intermediate Glassblowing for students with basic experience — that emphasize tool use, blowing technique, and vessel-making.
In addition to multi-session courses, East Falls Glassworks runs focused one-day workshops that let participants make a finished piece in a single session. Available workshops include Pumpkins, Candy Dishes, Stemless Wine Glasses, Wavy Bowls, Paperweights, and Vases. Many of these workshops state that all materials are provided, and instructors guide total beginners through shaping molten glass and finishing techniques.
Safety and instruction are central to the studio’s approach: classes teach furnace safety and handling of molten glass at high temperatures while providing step-by-step demonstrations and hands-on coaching. The learning environment is collaborative and tailored to different skill levels, making it suitable for hobbyists, gift experiences, and skill-building for aspiring glass artists.
East Falls Glassworks operates in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and presents scheduling information, class formats, and workshop descriptions publicly. Prospective students can use the class summaries to select the right level and workshop type. Class sizes are limited to preserve focused instruction, and instructors recommend note-taking, practice between sessions, and brief follow-up questions for sustained skill growth.
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Class Formats
8 offerings
Six-session and one-day formats available.
Beginner Friendly
No experience needed
Accessible for total beginners.
Materials
Materials in many workshops
Select workshops supply glass and tools.
Reserve a seat in a six-session course or a one-day workshop to make your own blown glass piece — spots fill fast, book now.
Bring a Notebook
Taking detailed notes and sketches during classes helps reinforce techniques and provides a resource for later practice.
Wear Natural Fibers
Choose cotton or wool clothing to avoid synthetic fabrics that can melt or ignite near hot glass equipment.
Arrive on Time
Sessions build on previous lessons; punctuality ensures you don't miss important demonstrations or feedback.
Hydrate Before Class
Glassblowing studios can get warm; staying hydrated supports focus and stamina during intensive sessions.
Cotton Clothing
Protects against heat and accidental contact with hot surfaces.
Closed-Toe Shoes
Safe footwear is vital to protect feet in the studio environment.
Notebook and Pencil
For recording techniques and sketching designs during lessons.
Water Bottle
Staying hydrated is important, especially as the studio warms up during work.
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