easy
30 minutes
No special fitness is required, suitable for ages 11 and up
Discover the thrill of creating your own glass artwork in Black Mountain’s Flame Shop. This 30-minute hands-on class lets you craft a custom marble, pendant, or icicle under expert guidance—perfect for all skill levels and ages 11+.
$70 | 30 Minutes | Ages 11+ | 1 Participant Per Class
Experience the thrill of glass art in a 30-minute hands-on class at the Flame Shop. Guided by an expert instructor, you'll create a unique marble, pendant, or icicle, customizing it with your choice of colors. Perfect for all skill levels, this memorable experience lets you melt glass and craft a personal keepsake.
Participants - $70.00
30 Minutes
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our “flameshop” or flameworking studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a marble, pendant, or glass icicle, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Your instructor will walk you through all the basic skills you will need to create a keepsake of your very own. Manipulating rods of glass, you will learn to apply the colors of your choice, and revel in the exhilaration of melting glass! All levels welcome.
If you would like to share this experience with others, please book consecutive time slots for you to each create works of your own. 2 spectators are welcome free of charge.
Spectators must stay within the designated viewing area throughout the experience. Masks are optional.
Items will be ready to take home 24 hours after the experience. (NOTE: We are closed on Tuesdays. So if your experience is on Monday, you won’t be able to pick up your item until Wednesday. If you are unable to pick up your item, we can ship it for an additional charge.)
Students must be 11 years of age or older and accompanied by a Parent or Legal Guardian if under 16 years of age.
There is a non-refundable $25 deposit when booking classes. We allow cancellations up to 48 hours before the start time of your class. If you cancel less than 48 hours before the start of your class, you will not receive a refund.
Due to the nature of the schedule we allow a 5 minute grace period. Any tardiness beyond 5 minutes may result in a forfeited class and payment.
Classes are popular and limited to one participant per session, so booking ahead ensures you'll get your preferred time.
Wear cotton or natural fibers to stay safe around open flames during your glasswork session.
Showing up 10 minutes early gives you time to familiarize yourself with safety protocols and prep for the class.
You’ll want a protective place to safely carry your handcrafted glass piece home.
Black Mountain blossomed as an arts colony in the early 20th century, giving it a lasting creative legacy reflected in local studios like the Flame Shop.
The Flame Shop emphasizes responsible studio practices with minimal waste and supports local artisans promoting sustainable art.
Natural fibers reduce fire risk while working near the torch.
Protects your feet in the studio environment.
Useful if you plan to explore outdoors afterward in sunny weather.
summer specific
Critical safety gear supplied for handling molten glass.