easy
30 minutes
No special fitness requirements; suitable for most people including beginners and families.
Create your own glass masterpiece in just 30 minutes with the Flame Shop experience at the North Carolina Glass Center. This hands-on workshop offers a unique chance to engage with glass art like never before.
$70 | 30 Minutes | Ages 11+ | 1 Participant Per Class | Wednesdays
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 personalized marble, pendant, or icicle, choosing your colors and mastering basic flameworking techniques. Perfect for all skill levels, this unique opportunity lets you craft a memorable 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.
Closed toed shoes are required
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. Cancellations made up to 48 hours before the class start time will receive a refund minus the $25 deposit. Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the class start time 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.
Arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled time to complete safety briefings and prepare for your session.
Wear clothing made from natural fibers to stay comfortable around the heat of the furnace.
Always listen carefully to the instructor’s safety guidelines for working near high temperatures.
Capture your creative process, but avoid flash photography near the glass to protect your eyes and the art.
The North Carolina Glass Center was founded to promote glass art education and community involvement in Asheville’s thriving arts sector.
The center advocates for sustainable practices in studio glassmaking, including recycling glass materials and reducing energy consumption.
Protect your feet from the hot glass and studio environment.
Wear cotton or similar fabrics to stay comfortable near the furnace heat.
Use if you plan to explore Asheville’s outdoors before or after your session.
summer specific
Capture photos of your glass art process and finished piece.