Gain a great introduction to working with borosilicate glass and the torch. In this three-hour workshop, make a beautiful glass pendant by applying color to a clear rod of glass. Take it home and make a lovely necklace for yourself or gift it to someone you love. Wear closed-toe shoes, natural fabrics (like cotton), and tie back long hair in the studio.
Learn the basics of woodturning while transforming raw pieces of wood into functional and beautiful turned bowls. Working on wood lathes, you will learn safe and efficient woodturning techniques along with proper turning tool usage. This class is for all levels and designed to develop basic woodturning skills. A materials fee is due at registration. Closed-toe shoes required.
Create a modern color ladder suncatcher as you learn the fundamentals of traditional leaded stained glass. You’ll be introduced to the classic lead came technique used to construct large-scale stained glass panels, along with soldering and patina methods to give your piece a polished finish. This clean geometric design is a great introduction to the precision and craftsmanship of traditional lead work. Closed-toe shoes required.
Learn the basics of bead making and create your very own decorated bottle opener! This is a great introduction to learning to work with the material on the torch. Wear closed-toe shoes, natural fabrics (like cotton), and tie back long hair in the studio.
For this year’s celebration, why not add a handcrafted peppermill to your Thanksgiving table. Either for the hustle and bustle of family to enjoy, or for you to simply grind some pepper onto your dinner, learn how to turn a peppermill and install the mechanism to make it operate! A materials fee is due at registration. Closed-toe shoes required.
Age: Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
Come and explore fibers, while creating a pair of ornaments to gift or add to your personal collection this winter. Mix and match fabrics, felt, and sequins, while utilizing a variety of simple embroidery techniques.
Age: Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
Handcrafted Holiday Market: Make Your Own Wreath
Dec 5
/ 1 session
Saturday
Member: $20.00
/ Non-Member: $20.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Age: All Ages, Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
GoggleWorks’ Handcrafted Holiday Market is a two-day pop-up shop that showcases artists and makers selling high-quality handmade gifts for the holiday season. Shop a vibrant selection of handmade works, great for any holiday gift – or make your own 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! Up to 4 people can work on one wreath together.
Class will be held in Classroom 301, on the 3rd floor of GoggleWorks.
Make your own gifts and purchase a bundle of three workshops to save $10 and become a true handcrafted artist! Register for Early Bird Bundle Packages by Nov. 30, 2026.
Age: All Ages, Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
Handcrafted Holiday Market: Make Your Own Glassblown Ornament
Dec 5
/ 1 session
Saturday
Member: $50.00
/ Non-Member: $50.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Age: Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
GoggleWorks’ Handcrafted Holiday Market is a two-day pop-up shop that showcases artists and makers selling high-quality handmade gifts for the holiday season. Shop a vibrant selection of handmade works, great for any holiday gift – or make your own in our Glassblowing Studio with assistance from our professional artists. Glassblowing is the art of shaping a mass of glass that has been softened by heat by blowing air into it through a tube.
Class will be held in the Glassblowing Studio, Building 5.Please expect a few days of turnaround time for your finished piece. When your work is ready for pickup, you will receive an email from the Programs Department.
Make your own gifts and purchase a bundle of three workshops to save $10 and become a true handcrafted artist! Register for Early Bird Bundle Packages by Nov. 30, 2026.
Age: Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
Handcrafted Holiday Market: Create Your Own Wooden Holiday Tree
Dec 5
/ 1 session
Saturday
Member: $35.00
/ Non-Member: $35.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Age: Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
GoggleWorks’ Handcrafted Holiday Market is a two-day pop-up shop that showcases artists and makers selling high-quality handmade gifts for the holiday season. Shop a vibrant selection of handmade works, great for any holiday gift – or make your own in our Woodworking Studio with assistance from our professional artists.
Make your own gifts and purchase a bundle of three workshops to save $10 and become a true handcrafted artist! Register for Early Bird Bundle Packages by Nov. 30, 2026.
Age: Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
Handcrafted Holiday Market: Make Your Own Fused Glass Ornament
Dec 5
/ 1 session
Saturday
Member: $30.00
/ Non-Member: $30.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Age: Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
GoggleWorks’ Handcrafted Holiday Market is a two-day pop-up shop that showcases artists and makers selling high-quality handmade gifts for the holiday season. Shop a vibrant selection of handmade works, great for any holiday gift – or make your own in our Fused Glass Studio with assistance from our professional artists. Fused glass is an art form where separate pieces of compatible glass are joined together by heating them in a kiln.
Please expect a few weeks of turnaround time for your finished piece. When your work is ready for pickup, you will receive an email from the Programs Department.
Make your own gifts and purchase a bundle of three workshops to save $10 and become a true handcrafted artist! Register for Early Bird Bundle Packages by Nov. 30, 2026.
Age: Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
Welding Basics: Session E
Dec 12
/ 1 session
Saturday
/ 11:30am–2pm
Member: $68.00
/ Non-Member: $80.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Age: Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
Welding isn’t as intimidating as you might think! Learn the basic principles of MIG welding, a process in which an electric arc forms between a wire electrode and metal, causing them to melt and join together. At the conclusion of the workshop, leave with a miniature metal sculpture.
Flame-resistant clothing, long pants, and heavy closed-toe shoes are required. Class will be held in the Welding Studio, Building 4.
Welding isn’t as intimidating as you might think! Learn the basic principles of MIG welding, a process in which an electric arc forms between a wire electrode and metal, causing them to melt and join together. At the conclusion of the workshop, leave with a miniature metal sculpture.
Flame-resistant clothing, long pants, and heavy closed-toe shoes are required. Class will be held in the Welding Studio, Building 4.
