Patriotic Totem, Yard Art
Turn shards of colored glass into a weatherproof garden statement at BusyBeaverArts in Beavercreek. This two-hour fused-glass totem class is beginner-friendly and yields a durable 36-inch display ready for your yard.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Light standing and fine-motor work; no special fitness required
Wildlife
History
Beavercreek sits east of Dayton and developed alongside regional transportation and nearby Wright-Patterson Air Force Base; the area's maker scene reflects a suburban community with strong ties to Dayton's arts network.
Conservation
BusyBeaverArts emphasizes reuse and safe handling of glass; ask about scrap recycling and kiln scheduling to reduce energy use when booking.
Busy Beaver Arts & Crafts
Patriotic Totem, Yard Art
Busy Beaver Arts & Crafts offers hands-on fused glass classes and workshops suitable for beginners and experienced makers. The studio focuses on small-group sessions where participants learn glass cutting, placement, and kiln-fusing techniques to create finished artworks ready for pickup.
Classes include short-format projects such as fused glass ornaments and nightlights, multi-piece sessions like Garden Art and Wind Chimes, and themed projects including Creative Circle, Winter Birch Trees, and Glass Wave. Each class provides tools, glass materials, and kiln firing; finished pieces are typically fused in the studio and available for pickup after the firing schedule. Sessions generally run as two-hour workshops or multi-session projects when noted, and instructors guide students through safe handling, color selection, and composition. Busy Beaver emphasizes a creative, welcoming environment that supports personal expression and gift-making. The studio’s projects are designed to produce durable, display-ready pieces including jewelry, totems, ornaments, garden accents, and home décor.
Group bookings, drop-in classes, and reservations for scheduled public workshops accommodate different schedules and experience levels. Participants leave with a tangible keepsake and practical glassworking skills. For visitors researching fused glass experiences, Busy Beaver Arts & Crafts presents a dependable option that explicitly includes materials and kiln-fusing as part of class offerings. The studio’s catalog of themed workshops provides clear choices for seasonal projects, personalized gifts, and decorative art, making it an accessible creative experience for individuals and small groups.
Safety protocols and instructor guidance ensure a comfortable, educational studio visit for all ages and skill levels, and beginners alike.
Typical Length
2 hours
Many workshops run as two-hour sessions
Materials Included
All materials
Tools, glass, and kiln firing provided
Project Types
Ornaments • Jewelry • Garden Art
Wide range of finished keepsakes
Classes Offered
11
A lineup of themed fused glass workshops
Choose a class, secure a spot, and leave with a kiln-fused keepsake — perfect for gifts, home décor, or personal display.
Wear closed-toe shoes
You’ll be standing and handling glass; closed-toe shoes protect your feet from dropped fragments.
Plan pickup timing
Your totem is fused in a kiln and usually ready about one week after class—confirm pickup windows with the studio.
Plant the post deep
Set the steel post at least 8 inches into the ground so the finished display sits at the intended 36-inch height.
Supervise younger makers
Minimum age is 9; younger participants should have close adult supervision during cutting and layout stages.
Closed-toe shoes
Protects feet during studio work and when carrying finished pieces.
Old shirt or apron
Keeps clothing free of glass dust and kiln residue.
Light work gloves
Useful for handling larger scrap pieces during layout and planting.
Camera or smartphone
Capture layout progress and the final piece in garden light for later reference.