Mastering Halloween Curves: Stained Glass Workshop in Westlake Village
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
No particular fitness required; suitable for teens and adults comfortable with sitting and fine motor tasks.
Overview
Elevate your stained glass skills with a Halloween-themed workshop in Westlake Village, California. Learn to cut curves and solder detailed designs to create festive art that shines each October.
Stained Glass Next Steps: Halloween Themed
Ages 13+ • 3 hours • More design and challenging with foil and solder
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About This Adventure
Join our Stained Glass Next Step: Halloween Curves workshop to elevate your skills while crafting a delightful Halloween decoration. Learn to cut and foil curves, enhance your design details, and create a festive piece to showcase each October. This hands-on experience promises to inspire your creativity and confidence!
Duration
3 Hour
About
Stained Glass Next Step: Halloween Curves
Ready to take your stained glass journey beyond the basics? This playful “next step” class is perfect for anyone who’s completed our Introduction to Stained Glass (or has equivalent experience).
In this session, we’ll create a charming Halloween decoration while diving into essential new skills:
Cutting and foiling curves – unlock the secret to smooth, flowing shapes
Confidence with details – learn techniques that bring your design to life
Seasonal fun – walk away with a festive glass piece you’ll love to display each October!
This hands-on workshop is designed to build on your foundation, giving you the tools to tackle more complex projects in the future. No tricks here—just treats for your creativity! 🎃✨
The pricing includes the booking fee.
What to bring
- Closed toed shoes are required.
- You are welcome to bring a mask, if you would feel more comfortable.
- Some people prefer to wear gloves when working with with glass. As it can make some folks less sensitive to the glass, this is optional. Find a pair that fits snugly and are rubberized to prevent the glass from slipping.
Adventure Tips
Bring protective eyewear
Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from glass shards during cutting.
Dress for messy work
Wear clothes you don’t mind getting glue or solder on during the workshop.
Arrive early to settle in
Arriving 10 minutes early helps you get comfortable and set up before class starts.
Follow instructor safety guidelines
Carefully follow all safety demonstrations especially when handling soldering irons.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Great horned owl
- Western fence lizard
History
Westlake Village developed as a planned community in the 1960s, with a growing arts scene fostering craft traditions like stained glass, reflective of the area's creative culture.
Conservation
The studio practices waste reduction by recycling glass scraps and uses lead-free solder options when possible to minimize environmental impact.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Protective safety glasses
Essential for eye protection when cutting glass.
Closed-toe shoes
Protect your feet from accidental glass drops.
Apron or old clothes
Keep your clothing clean from solder and adhesive.
Small flashlight or magnifier
Helpful for close-up detail work on soldering and foiling curves.