Upcoming and Scheduled Classes
NEW: WE HAVE 3 INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS ON YOU TUBE. ONE IS HOW TO PLACE A MITERED U ZINC FRAME ON A COPPER FOIL PANEL,THE SECOND IS HOW TO PLACE HANDY HANGERS IN U ZINC TO HANG LARGE PANELS, AND THE THIRD IS HOW TO PATINA SOLDER AND ZINC BLACK. (please click on the YouTube icon at the upper right of this page to view)
Note: Stained glass classes are very small with a maximum of 6 students. If you sign up for a class and you find out that you can not attend, please call Inspiration Glass Studio as soon as possible to cancel so that someone else can take that class. If you’re in Georgetown, Weir, Round Rock, Serenada, or Williamson County, TX, or anywhere in central Texas including Temple, Salado, Belton or Bell County we are your closest stained glass supplier contact us if you have any questions.
With the Beginner Copper Foil Class, after you paid to hold your spot, there are no refunds unless you call to cancel at least 1 week prior to the start of the class.
Beginning Glass Cutting
- Class Dates and Time:
- January 6, February 3, March 2, and April 6, 2024 9 am-10:30 am (almost always the first Saturday of each month unless a holiday weekend or other conflict)
- This is class is a 1½ hour introduction to cutting glass. You will learn how to use the tools of the trade to cut straight lines, inside curves, and outside curve as well as complex shapes.
- Maximum of 6 per class so, you will need to preregister by either calling (512) 869-6630 or visiting our shop.
- Prerequisite: None. This is the Prerequisite class for most other classes
- While all tools are provided, if you have tools, you are encouraged to bring your own tools so that you can practice with the tools you will be using at home. (You will receive a 10% discount on all cutting tools purchased on the day of the workshop).
- Cost: $30 if you use studio tools. $25 if you have your own tools
Querky Birds
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- Class Dates and Time:
- not scheduled. Call if you are interested in participating in this class.
- This is a class that will teach you all the techniques to build a standing Querky Bird and a sitting Querky Bird.
- Cost: $65 includes glass, restrip, wire, copper foil and instructions, plus use of grinder in class.
- Prerequisite: glass cutting but also helpful is ability to use a grinder.
- Tools required: glass cutting tools, soldering iron with stand with temperature control, and solder. These can be rented for an additional $15.
Hobby Came Miniature Nativity
Cancelled. Call if you are interested in participating in this class.
This is a new class but like the hobby came angels, will teach you all the techniques to build this miniature nativity.
Cost: $60 which includes glass, hobby came, instructions, use of grinder in class
Prerequisite: glass cutting but also helpful is ability to use a grinder.
Tools required: glass cutting tools, lead dykes, soldering iron with stand with temperature control, and solder. These can be rented for an additional $15.
Beginner Copper Foil Stained Glass (four classes)
Weekend class:
Saturday January 20 2-5, Sunday January 21 1-4, Saturday January 27 2-5, and Sunday, January 28, 2024 1-4
You need to be able to attend all 4 classes in order. You must also do a pre-class prior to the first class at a time of your choice during open store hours.
Please call to reserve your spot as soon as possible since there is a maximum of 6 students. You must pay at the time you do your pre-class. There are no refunds if not cancelled at least 1 week prior the the date of the first class.
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- Prerequisite-cutting class
- Cost: $145 includes pre-class (pick pattern and glass) and four 3 hour classes. Supplies, glass, and tools are additional cost but you will be given a 10% discount on all supplies and tools purchased for and during your classes. Tool rental is available for $45 and includes all tools and project boards for use while in the class. Glass, supplies, and tools need to be purchased at Inspiration Glass Studio at a 10% discount (unless you have done stained glass in the past and had already purchased tools).
- Class 1 cut out glass
- Class 2 grind and fit (homework foil)
- Class 3 solder
- Class 4 finish project
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Jewelry Boxes
Call if you are interested in participating in this class.
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- Requirements: glass cutting and soldering experience
- $60 includes instruction for this 3 hour class, four 1.5 X 4 bevels, mirror bottom, 1/4 silver back copper foil, brass tube hinges. You will get to do some decorative soldering on the side seams and on the top of the box.
- You will need to bring solder, soldering iron and stand, and 4.5″ X 4.5″ glass for your box top. You can rent soldering iron and solder for $15 during the session.
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Soldering Revisited
Contact the studio if interested
This class is for people who are not happy with their soldering while doing Copper foil projects. You will need to bring a small panel, suncatcher, or 8 1″ strips of glass (six of which will be 6″ long and two will be “6.5” long) which will need to be foiled prior to class. You will also need to bring soldering iron and 60/40 solder. You will learn to create a good bead as well as neat solder joints. If there is time, we will do some decorative soldering.
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Decorative Soldering
Call if you are interested in participating in this class.
Cost: $35 plus bring your soldering iron, stand, and 60/40 solder. You can rent tools for $10 for the class.
This class is for people who would like to dress up their boxes, ornaments, or panels with some fancy soldering. You will need to bring 4 1″X 6″ strips of glass and 5 1″X5″ which will need to be foiled prior to class. You will also need to bring soldering iron, soldering stand, and 60/40 solder. Previous experience with soldering of copper foil is required.
Call if you are interested in participating in this class.
Lead Came Construction
Not currently scheduled. Call if you are interested in participating in this class.
There are 3 classes and you need to be able to attend all 3 classes in order. You will need to come by the studio and pick out your pattern prior to the first class.
There are 2 weeks between classes so that you can complete your “homework”.
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- Prerequisite-previous stained glass experience
- $80 includes 9 hours of instruction. Tools, glass, and supplies for the class are additional cost.
- Class 1 design for leaded glass, how to draw out your “cartoon” for a leaded glass panel. Homework is to complete cutting out all of your glass for a maximum 2 ft2 panel.
- Class 2 Bring all your glass cut and learn to cut lead and build your panel. Homework is to complete the building of your panel.
- Class 3 Solder/glaze/finish
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Intro to Stain Glass
Class Dates: Not currently scheduled.
Call 512-869-6630 if interested
Cost: $50 includes everything including tools. You need no experience and will make and take home a copper foiled suncatcher with central bevel. There will be 1″ strips of glass in multiple colors and textures so that you can personalize your suncatcher for yourself or for a gift. This is something you can do with your friends or family (anyone over 16 years of age since we will be working with solder and lead) or to see what is involved in creating stained glass. Maximum of 6 per class so, you will need to preregister by either calling (512) 869-6630 or visiting our shop.
This is a great party idea for friends, family, or coworkers. Please contact me to schedule by calling 512-869-6630/
Intro to Leaded Glass (art strips)
Call 512-869-6630 if interested
Cost: $75 includes everything but tools and solder. You do need to know how to cut glass and solder. This is an introduction to leaded glass construction. You can rent tools for an additional $15 includes solder.
Glass on Glass Mosaic
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- Prerequisite-glass cutting class or experience
- $45 includes scrap, 3 hours instruction, adhesive and grout
- Bring in heavy frame with glass prior to 1st class to be siliconed in. Maximum size 11×14
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Mosaic Stepping Stones
April 20, 2024 1-4
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- Prerequisite-cutting experience
- $55 includes scrap glass, 12×12 square or round stepping stone, adhesives and grout for this 3 hour class. Patterns available or you can design your on.
- The main subject of the stepping stone for example the one on this page is the cardinal on the branch, needs to be cut and brought into the class.
- You will be shown how to grout your stepping stone and you will be given grout so that you can grout your stepping stone after the adhesive has dried for 3-4 days.
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Renaissance Mosaic Groutless
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- No experience needed
- $45 includes wooden cross/picture frame or mirror, colored mastic, glass.
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3D Stars
Call if you are interested in participating in this class.
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- Class Date and Time: Not currently scheduled.
- Cost: $50 includes all 12 triangles/foiled and instruction. You can add a crystal for the center for $5. If you need tools, soldering iron, and solder $15.
- Need to bring soldering iron, solder.
- Prerequisite: Stain glass experience.
- Maximum of 6 per class so, you will need to preregister by either calling (512) 869-6630 or visiting our shop.
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Hobby Came Angels
Call if you are interested in participating in this class.
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- Class date and time:
- Cost: $50 all supplies included except for solder will be provided for 2 angels.
- You will need to bring your glass cutting tools, soldering iron and solder. Rental tools (soldering iron, glass cutting, lead dykes) and supplies such as solder provided for $10 additional.
- Prerequisite: cutting class experience.
- Maximum of 6 per class so, you will need to preregister by either calling (512) 869-6630 or visiting our shop.
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Glass Class Descriptions– We do still provide kiln time $15 for first fuse and $10 for second + shelf paper or other supplies. That includes use of the entire 16″ kiln space.
Dichroic Jewelry
if interested, please call for us to set up a time.
It’s easy and fun to do. In the class you’ll make 2 Pendants and a set of Earrings. You’ll choose the Shape, Color, and Style and then assemble. We’ll fuse your jewelry, install the bails, and install French hoops or posts on your earrings for your wearing pleasure. We’ll provide all supplies needed to complete your Jewelry; you just bring your own tools. Tools can be rented for just $5. Cost for this workshop is $45. You will need to preregister by either calling (512) 869-6630 or visiting our shop.
On-Edge Glass
For this exciting Glass Workshop. We’ll be using a new glass technique called “On-Edge Glass”. You’ll create a beautiful 8″x6″ Cross. You’ll choose your accent colors from a wide variety of transparent Sys96 glass and will use a Clear Icicle SP100SF96 for the main body of the cross.. We’ll provide all necessary fusing supplies (cost: $20.00). You’ll need to bring your glass tools. Tools to bring: glass cutter, runners, breakers, mosaic cutter, push pins, at least (1) six inch Morton layout and Elmer’s School Gel Glue. The costs for this workshop are $30 and Supply Fee ($20). Tools are available for $5. You will need to preregister by either calling (512) 869-6630 or visiting our shop.
Glass Pocket Vases
Enjoy learning the basics of creating a Beautiful Glass Pocket Vase. We’ll provide all the glass, frit, stringers and noodles, glue, fusing paint, fibre paper, fusing paper, and kiln boards to prepare your project piece. After you create your Pocket Vase, We’ll fuse your project to be ready for pick up in a few days. Cost: $45 You will need to preregister by either calling (512) 869-6630 or visiting our shop.
Glass Coral Bowls
We will provide everything you’ll need to create your very own Beautiful and Elegant Coral Bowl. No Fusing or Glass Cutting experience is necessary. We will have a wide variety of transparent glass colors available for your use. After you create your bowl we will fuse and drape the bowls for you. You must call us at (512) 869-6630 or visit our shop to schedule and reserve your spot in a class. Cost for class: $35 per person, you can create an additional bowl for just $15.
Glass on Glass Mosaic (Tree of Life)
to be scheduled
Come join us for a Unique Glass Project. We call it “Glass on Glass Mosaic”. We’ll be creating a “Tree of Life” on an 8” Round Sys96 Clear Icicle Glass. We’ll provide all necessary glass supplies and a pattern to complete your very own Unique and Beautiful Tree of Life. You will need to bring all of your glass tools and some Elmer’s School Gel Glue. Cost for this workshop is $50 plus $15 for supplies. Tools can be rented for $5. You will need to preregister by either calling (512) 869-6630 or visiting our shop.