Make a beautiful piece of jewelry from start to finish. The first class will explore lapidary: cutting, forming, and polishing raw rock into a shape of your choosing. The second class will cover silversmithing and mounting that stone in a silver frame, essential for adding it to a ring or necklace. This is a truly unique and diverse experience!
Explore the art of enameling through three distinct techniques: basic enameling, cloisonné, and plique-à-jour. During the first three sessions, you’ll learn each method step-by-step – from preparing your metal surface to applying and firing enamel for stunning color and texture effects. In the final two classes, you’ll have the creative freedom to design and complete your own finished piece, applying the skills and techniques you’ve developed. This immersive series is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of enamel artistry while creating truly one-of-a-kind jewelry.
Create a unique terrarium in the studio while learning the fundamentals of the glassblowing process. Complete your terrarium habitat at home using moss and plants provided by GoggleWorks. Closed-toe shoes, hair tie are required.
Have a group of 4 or more? Turn up the heat, gather your family and friends and book an exclusive, hands-on glassblowing workshop with us! Find details here. Minimum of 4 required.
Create vibrant glass egg ornaments using frit, stringers, and pre-cut shapes. This beginner-friendly class covers the basics of glass fusing while you design unique, decorative pieces perfect for the Spring season. Closed-toe shoes are required.
Discover the vibrant world of stained glass. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this is the perfect way to explore the magic of stained glass on a small scale that’s fun and approachable. Leave with the skills to make a colorful stained glass masterpiece and your very own handcrafted piece of art to display. Closed-toe shoes are required.
This workshop will teach the basics of drawing the human figure from a live model. Through several guided drawing exercises, instructor Lee Shannon will introduce methods for drawing a human quickly and accurately. Note: This class will involve working with a live nude model. Students must be 18+.
Shared art materials will be provided in the studio for most classes. Personal supplies can be purchased at our Art Supply Store, located on the first floor of GoggleWorks.
Build an elegant glass platter that will be slumped, or molded, into a unique form with space for soy sauce, wasabi, and chopsticks. Enjoy your handmade sushi dish for many meals to come! Closed-toe shoes are required.
Using templates and handbuilding techniques, create your own decorative pitcher for your home. You will learn how to create slabs of clay by following a template and incorporate textures to the surfaces to make an interesting pitcher! Perfect for your favorite cold beverage or fresh flowers. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.
Jewelry and Metalsmithing Independent Study Group: Session B
Mar 25–Apr 29
/ 6 sessions
Wednesdays
/ 10am–2pm
Member: $323.00
/ Non-Member: $380.00
Skill Level: Int/Adv
Age: Adult
For experienced jewelry makers who want to advance their skills, share ideas, and develop new proficiencies, this intermediate level class will cover a range of various metalsmithing topics, with a focus on design, fabrication, and stone setting applications. Please bring your own fine metals and gemstones to class.
Please note: This class was incorrectly listed in the print catalog. Class is 6 weeks; March 25 – April 29, 2026.
Take your flameworking skills to the next level and dive deeper into coloring and sculpting techniques as you learn to work with hollow tubing and blowing. Prerequisite: Intro to Flameworking. Wear natural fabrics (cotton not polyester) and tie back long hair while working in the studio.
Join us for a fun, beginner-friendly sewing class in this Maker Date where you’ll learn to make cozy fabric coasters while you enjoy beer, wine, and lite fare. Bring your creativity and leave with handmade charm for your home!
Tuition fee covers one individual; you must register each person attending.
Get a taste of the hot glass studio with this Maker Date, where you and your plus one will enjoy beer, wine, and lite fare. Get hands-on experience in glassblowing by making a tumbler or stemless wine glass under the guidance of our professional glassblowers. Closed-toe shoes, long pants, hair tie are required.
*Tuition fee covers one individual; you must register each person attending.*
Have a group of 4 or more? Turn up the heat, gather your family and friends and book an exclusive, hands-on glassblowing workshop with us! Find details here. Minimum of 4 required.