Do I need any prior experience to join this class?

No prior experience is necessary; the class is designed to guide beginners through every step.

What materials are provided during the course?

The Furnace provides all necessary glass, torches, tools, and safety equipment.

Is the final showcase open to friends and family?

Yes, students are encouraged to invite guests to celebrate their work at the showcase.

Are safety precautions taught during the class?

Absolutely; safety training is an integral part of every session before torch use.

Can I continue flameworking at home after the class?

Yes, but home torch work requires purchasing your own equipment and proper safety setup.

How many participants are in each class?

Classes are small to allow for personalized instruction, usually limited to 6-8 students.

Flamework: Basic Torch Skills in Lakewood, Colorado

Experience the captivating art of flameworking with The Furnace: A Glassworks in Lakewood, Colorado. This four-week immersive torch skills class invites you to explore lampworking techniques using borosilicate glass. Over the weeks, you'll learn to create vibrant marbles, pendants, and small sculptures, refining your glass shaping skills with the help of expert instructors. Each session builds on the last, allowing both beginners and those with some experience to grow their craft while working hands-on with specialized torches in a supportive studio environment. The course culminates in a showcase where you can present your unique creations to family and friends. This experience is perfect for anyone eager to combine creativity with technical skill, all while enjoying a focused learning atmosphere in a state-of-the-art glass studio. Beyond skill mastery, you’ll foster patience, precision, and an appreciation for glass art processes. Whether you're looking for a rewarding new hobby or a memorable artistic escape, this flameworking class in Lakewood offers a creative adventure unlike any other in Colorado.

About The Furnace: A Glassworks

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.