Spend an afternoon shaping color and texture on a 3x3" square of glass and watch it fuse into a glossy chick after kiln time. This short, family-friendly workshop at 8090 W Colfax Ave is perfect for craft-curious visitors and locals alike.
Spend an afternoon shaping color and texture on a 3x3" square of glass and watch it fuse into a glossy chick after kiln time. This short, family-friendly workshop at 8090 W Colfax Ave is perfect for craft-curious visitors and locals alike.
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Operated by The Furnace: A Glassworks · Lakewood, Colorado
easy.
30–45 minutes.
No special fitness required; suitable for participants age 6 and up with parental supervision for younger kids
Children aged 6 and up often enjoy the class; parental assistance is recommended because cut glass can be sharp.
No; finished pieces require kiln-firing and are ready for pickup about seven days after class or can be shipped.
Standard fused sessions hold up to eight people; book multiple seats to reserve your group, or call for private event options.
Yes—materials, tools, and safety glasses are included in the per-person price; wear closed-toe shoes to class.
Private parties are possible but may incur a small facility fee; call 303.274.0643 or email [email protected] to discuss details.
Yes—studio shipping is available for a small additional fee; choose pickup if you prefer to avoid shipping costs.
Fused glass traces back centuries; the workshop applies traditional kiln-fusing techniques to small, contemporary ornaments and repurposed glass.
The studio uses repurposed glass bits in its palette to reduce waste; consider shipping only when necessary to minimize the carbon footprint.
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.
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