Do I need any prior experience to join this workshop?

No prior experience is necessary. Meggy guides you step-by-step in all techniques from cutting to soldering.

What will I take home after the workshop?

You’ll leave with a beautiful half sunflower stained glass piece that you crafted yourself.

Are safety materials provided during the class?

Yes, the studio provides safety glasses and gloves, but you’re welcome to bring your own if preferred.

Is the workshop suitable for children?

The workshop is recommended for adults and older teens due to the use of sharp tools and soldering equipment.

Can I book this workshop as a private group event?

Yes, Colorado Glass Works offers private bookings. Contact them directly to arrange group sessions.

What should I wear to the workshop?

Wear comfortable clothes that cover your arms and legs along with closed-toe shoes for safety.

Stained Glass Sunflowers Workshop in Boulder, Colorado | Workshop | Attraction

Experience the beauty of stained glass art in this unique 4-hour workshop in Boulder, Colorado. Hosted by Colorado Glass Works and led by expert artist Meggy, this hands-on class invites you to create your own half sunflower using mouth blown sheet glass and rondels. Throughout the session, you'll learn essential skills including glass cutting, grinding, foiling, and soldering. The intimate setting ensures personalized guidance, helping beginners and those with some glass experience craft a striking work of art. Beyond the technique, this workshop offers a creative escape in a peaceful Boulder studio environment, where your finished piece will be a meaningful keepsake or gift. Whether you’re discovering stained glass for the first time or enhancing your crafting toolkit, this experience delivers both skill-building and a memorable artistic journey in one of Colorado’s thriving artistic communities.

About Colorado Glass Works

Colorado Glass Works teaches hands-on stained glass classes and workshops for beginners and intermediate students in Colorado. The studio offers single-session workshops, multi-week courses, and seasonal specialty classes that cover core skills such as glass cutting, grinding, copper foiling, soldering, and finishing. Instructors guide students through projects like sun-catchers, night lights, planter stakes, honeycomb date-night pieces, abstract panels, and mouth-blown-sheet sunflower designs with rondels.

Many workshops use pre-cut patterns for stress-free learning, while intermediate sessions emphasize spontaneous design and independent composition. Materials are provided for most classes, including specialty options like dichroic and mouth-blown sheet glass, so participants can experiment with color-shifting and textured effects. One popular offering is a 4-week beginner series that walks students step-by-step from basic cuts to a polished finished piece; shorter evening workshops let guests complete sun-catchers or small decor items in a single session.

The studio emphasizes clear, patient instruction, hands-on practice, and safe use of tools. Classes make thoughtful gift experiences — from Mother's Day workshops to paired date-night sessions — and are suitable for visitors, locals, and small groups. Colorado Glass Works focuses on teaching practical techniques that empower students to continue creating independently after class. Friendly guidance, quality materials, and varied project options combine to make each workshop both educational and memorable.

Many sessions are led by experienced instructor Meggy, who offers patient, practical demonstrations and individualized feedback. Several workshops are traveler-friendly and designed for busy schedules. The emphasis on hands-on learning builds confidence and lasting skills and creative enjoyment, always.