Get hands-on with glassblowing in Lakewood, Colorado, as you create a stunning blown-glass Easter egg. Enjoy expert guidance, vibrant color choices, and a lasting souvenir from this creative workshop.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–2.5 hours
Fitness Level
No significant physical exertion required; participants should be comfortable standing for short periods.
Wildlife
History
Lakewood grew as a suburban hub near Denver with a rich history tied to the Colorado mining and railway boom.
Conservation
The Furnace promotes sustainable practices by recycling glass scraps and minimizing studio emissions.
The Furnace: A Glassworks
Get hands-on with glassblowing in Lakewood, Colorado, as you create a stunning blown-glass Easter egg. Enjoy expert guidance, vibrant color choices, and a lasting souvenir from this creative workshop.
The Furnace: A Glassworks is a Lakewood, Colorado glass studio offering hands-on glassmaking workshops for hobbyists, families, and groups. The studio specializes in both hot-glass techniques—such as blown glass sessions—and cold techniques including kiln-fusing and torch work. Skilled instructors lead scheduled public classes and custom sessions, guiding participants through design choices, color selection, and safe manipulation of molten and sheet glass. Sessions range from short fused-glass projects to intensive weekend flamework classes, allowing beginners and intermediate students to learn core skills and complete finished pieces.
Workshop offerings include ornament blowing, blown eggs, sampler classes that produce multiple pieces, fused suncatchers, trinket dishes, plant stakes, windchimes, and a flamework intensive using borosilicate torches. Booking options accommodate small groups—workshops listed up to four people—and larger group events. Finished pieces that require kiln cooling are held for pickup when fully annealed. Safety protocols, studio equipment, and instructor supervision are provided during all hands-on sessions.
Participants choose colors and motifs, learn technique demonstrations, and receive direct guidance while instructors perform furnace and torch operations as needed. The studio’s program emphasizes creative exploration, practical technique, and finished, take-home artwork. The Furnace: A Glassworks communicates clear session details, age guidance where applicable (for example, select classes accept ages 10 and up), and post-session handling instructions for kiln-cooled pieces. Located in Lakewood, the studio serves local residents and visitors seeking unique, experiential art activities and group events. Class schedules, pricing details, and booking instructions are posted on the studio's website and reservation system for each workshop online.
Location
Lakewood, CO
Located in Lakewood, Colorado.
Tours Offered
10
Fused, blown, and flamework workshops.
Age Range
Ages 10+
Selected experiences allow ages 10 and up.
Group Options
Small & Large
Workshops for up to 4 and large groups.
Pick a workshop, choose colors, and book a session to make a custom blown or fused glass keepsake.
Arrive Early
Plan to arrive 10-15 minutes before your session to get settled and briefed by the instructors.
Wear Comfortable, Natural Fabrics
Choose cotton or other natural fibers as synthetic materials can be uncomfortable near hot glass.
Avoid Loose Clothing and Accessories
For safety, keep jewelry minimal and avoid loose garments that may catch on equipment.
Handle Your Glass Egg Carefully
Your finished piece is fragile—handle it gently when picking up and displaying at home.
Comfortable Cotton Clothing
Natural fabrics keep you comfortable around the heat of glassblowing equipment.
Closed-Toe Shoes
Protect your feet in the studio from hot materials or dropped tools.
Light Jacket or Sweater
Layer up for cooler weather when arriving or leaving the studio.
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Protective Eyewear
Optional safety glasses enhance protection when working closely with hot glass.