Special Programming

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Gingerbread Swiss Chalet

with John Kogelman

December 5th, 2026

$50 More Info

Come and see a demonstration of how to make a Gingerbread Swiss Chalet with Master Pastry Artist John Kogelman and take home what you need to make your own!!

The project will include four wall pieces, two roof pieces, four chimney pieces, a base for the Gingerbread house, and candies for decorations. I will explain how to make the icing with the correct consistency and show how to put pieces together correctly. You will be able to see the finished product and take pictures for future reference.

The box you'll receive will contain all the pieces you will see, that I've handmade. I will give you a diagram and written instructions, plus ideas to add other pieces to make the house your own!

 

Saturday, December 5th * 10:00am til 12:00pm

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Vintage Ceramic Christmas Trees – Cast, Create & Glaze (2 sessions) SOLD OUT

with Erin Hoekzema

November 25th to December 2nd, 2026

$85 More Info

2 Wednesdays: November 25th and December 2nd * 6:00pm - 8:00pm 

Bring back the magic of the classic ceramic Christmas tree and make yours from the mold up! In this two-session workshop, you’ll learn the slip-casting process while creating your own vintage ceramic Christmas tree plus 3–4 miniature trees.

During the first session, you’ll cast your trees, clean up the seams, and create the holes for the colorful lights. During the second session, you’ll decorate your trees with glaze and learn how the light kit is installed.

Your tree includes a light kit and colorful plastic bulbs. After glazing you’ll be able to choose your bulbs and complete the final assembly at home. No clay experience necessary.

Waiting list available
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Vibrant Multigenerational Heirloom Icicle

with Pi Benio

December 19th, 2026

$20 More Info

Saturday December 19th * 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Bring your family members, kids, grandkids, grandparents and learn about the most amazing fiber....... WOOL. Each family member will make several solid balls in an array of colors   to be incorporated into several ornaments, thread them together and create family heirlooms that will festoon your tree for years to come.

(up to 8 family members count as one)

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Fun with Fusing – Ornaments

with Sue McDowell

November 18th, 2026

$60 More Info

Wednesday November 18th * 6:00pm to 8:30pm 

Create hanging glass ornaments for your tree, window or to give as gifts! 

Lots of colors to chose from. 

All tools and glass for up to 4 ornaments included.

Ornaments will be appr. 1.5" x 3.5"

No experience necessary.

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Blown Glass Ornaments Using Glaskolben

with Susan Matych-Hager

November 28th, 2026

$50 More Info

Saturday November 28th * 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Try your hand at making blown-glass ornaments. Using an oxygen-propane torch, students will learn basic techniques for using pre-blown glaskolben to make blown-glass ornaments. Frit will be used to add color to the clear glaskolben. Learning how to control heat, gravity and blowing techniques will determine your success.

Creating these colorful ornaments will provide students a basis for working glass further in the torch. Each student will be provided 6 glaskolben. When you pick up your ornaments, be sure to bring packing material and a small container to transport your ornaments to the safety of your home. Basic torch safety will be discussed.

IMPORTANT: Students taking glass courses using a torch must wear natural fiber clothing (i.e., cotton shirt and denim jeans), closed-toe shoes, and hair tied back and out of the way. Loose clothing that will be in the way of the torch is strongly discouraged. Please wear clothing that is not essential to your wardrobe.