Learn the fundamentals of crochet in this beginner-friendly class designed for complete newcomers. You will practice essential techniques including holding the hook and yarn, creating basic stitches, and focusing on making granny squares. By the end of the course, you will have completed a beginner project and gained the skills needed to continue crocheting independently.
In this two-part workshop, you’ll first create your own glass vessel in our hot shop as you learn about glassblowing. On the second evening, you’ll return to mix and create your own signature scented soy candle from a variety of phthalate free oils and locally sourced soy wax in collaboration with ShePaintsCo. Leave with your custom finished form—combining function, fragrance, and personal design in one beautiful project.
Join us for a creative night on the wheel and transform a ball of clay into a unique piece of pottery handcrafted by you! Learn the basics of throwing on the wheel while you craft your work, then choose a glaze from our ceramic studio’s selection.
Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.
Turnaround time for ceramics can be a few weeks. Once the pieces are ready for pick up, you’ll receive an email from our Programs team letting you know.
Have you ever wanted to make your own animation short, just like the professionals? Whether it’s kids’ cartoons like SpongeBob or something geared towards adults like The Simpsons, then this class is for you! Using the digital media lab, learn what it takes to make your own independent films from concept, animation, and even the importance of good composition and editing. Learn the software professional artists use to bring their cartoons to life, using digital software you can readily use on professional computers. Great if you’re a beginner or already exploring the medium. Come draw with us! Please bring a USB to class.
This one-day lapidary class guides you through the process of creating stone earrings from start to finish. You will learn how to shape, grind, and polish stone using lapidary equipment, then set or assemble your stones into wearable earrings. Please note that this workshop will not include any metalwork, pre-made bezels will be used. Instructor is bilingual in English and Spanish. No prior lapidary experience is required.
Get spooky this season in our fused glass studio! Join us to learn the basics of glass fusing, from scoring and cutting to grinding and design as you create a fused glass ghost. Closed-toe shoes required.
Create your own beautiful beaded bracelet using a variety of beading techniques. Together we’ll explore traditional stringing methods, including how to knot between beads, as well as wire-wrapping techniques to connect beads together for a custom design. Feel free to bring your own beads to incorporate your very own style into your finished bracelet. Perfect to wear for a night out on the town, or for a gift for a loved one! A materials fee is due at registration. Closed-toe shoes are required.
Explore the versatility of wire wrapping! Using copper, sculpting wire, and a wide variety of hand tools, you’ll learn how to create sculptures and pendants with wire wrapping techniques in our jewelry studio.
Explore the art of welding with found objects in this one-day workshop. Start the class with a visit to a local scrap yard where you’ll learn how to identify weldable metals for your project. After a lunch break, you’ll learn how to use a MIG welder and hand tools to create your own found object sculpture. Be prepared to walk in an industrial setting; gloves and boots/work shoes are highly advised. Prerequisite: Welding Basics or equivalent experience.
Flame-resistant clothing, long pants, and heavy closed-toe shoes are required. Class will be held in the Welding Studio, Building 4.
Create a classic diamond-bevel suncatcher while learning the fundamentals of stained glass. You will be introduced to the traditional copper foil method, along with lead came and patina techniques to give your piece a polished finish. Build confidence by learning essential stained glass skills, including cutting straight lines, safe tool use, grinding, foiling, soldering, and finishing. The timeless diamond design is ideal for beginners and offers a great introduction to clean, accurate glass cutting. Closed-toe shoes required.
Pumpkin Palooza: Make Your Own Flameworked Pumpkin
Oct 11
Sunday
Member: $45.00
/ Non-Member: $45.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Age: Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
GoggleWorks’ 12th annual Pumpkin Palooza is an admission free family-friendly event for all ages. Enjoy the fall weather, games, kids’ activities, arts and crafts, and create lasting memories with loved ones this fall. Shop our selection of hundreds of handmade glass pumpkins – or make your own in our Flameworking Studio with assistance from our professional artists.
Get some hands-on experience with flameworking as you learn how to work with a torch to melt and shape glass, add color, and sculpt it into a glass pumpkin.
Wear natural fabrics (cotton not polyester) and tie back long hair while working in the studio. Completed work will be ready within 2-3 weeks following the event. You will receive an email when your work is ready for pick up!
Age: Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
Pumpkin Palooza: Make Your Own Fall Wreath
Oct 11
Sunday
Member: $20.00
/ Non-Member: $20.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Age: All Ages, Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
GoggleWorks’ 12th annual Pumpkin Palooza is an admission free family-friendly event for all ages. Enjoy the fall weather, games, kids’ activities, arts and crafts, and create lasting memories with loved ones this fall. Shop our selection of hundreds of handmade glass pumpkins – or make your own fall themed wreath from materials and fabrics at GoggleWorks!
You’re welcome to bring any materials and pieces from home that you want to incorporate into your wreath!
