Class Details:

• Price: $50

• Class Length: 2 hours

• Skill Level: Beginner

• Prerequisites: None

Class Description:

This beginner-level class is the perfect introduction to the timeless forms of marbles and paperweights in glass. Students will first learn to shape a simple, solid paperweight—developing core skills in heat control, gathering, and shaping. Then, you’ll take what you’ve learned and apply it to making a small, hand-formed marble.

The focus is on developing foundational techniques in working with clear and colored glass, with an emphasis on symmetry, smooth shaping, and flame management. Whether you're drawn to functional glass or miniature sculpture, this class offers a strong first step into solid-form glasswork.

What You’ll Learn:

• Gathering and shaping techniques for solid glass forms

• How to control heat and rotation for symmetry and polish

• Basic color application and layering methods

• Differences in approach between paperweights and marbles