Classes

Have you ever wanted to create something in glass?

It’s never too late to start learning something new!

Whatever your skill level, if you are interested in the wonderful world of glass art, we have a class for you.

We are currently scheduling private fused glass classes.                                                                                                                                                              In order to keep everyone safe, we are limiting the classes to 4 students. Participants must be 16 years old.                                                             

Call us to schedule the workshop of your choice. Face mask and closed-toe shoes are required.

We are located at
Art Village on Main

800 N Main St. Ste. 400
McAllen, TX 78501
956-687-8682

Store Hours: Monday–Thursday 10 AM–4 PM

Please check our calendar for upcoming classes.

 

We are now scheduling private classes.  Limit is 4.  16+ yrs. old.    Select a project and call us to schedule a class.

 

 Fusing Parties Now Available!

Celebrate any occasion with a glass fusing party! Birthdays and Retirement Parties are perfect for this type of event. We will gladly accommodate groups of 4 or more. Each participant will complete two beautiful 4″ x 4″ fused glass tiles. One tile to keep and one for the honoree. The honoree’s tiles will be professionally framed for hanging.

  • All materials and framing are included
  • 16+ yrs.
  • Glass cutting experience not necessary
  • Closed toe shoes required

Class Fee: $40 per person

Stained Glass Classes

Stained Glass

#100 Stained Glass Cutting

Learn the basic steps and techniques needed to cut stained glass. A demonstration of various cutting tools will be presented.  This class is a prerequisite for some fusing workshops.

  • Class duration: 1 1/2 hours
  • Class Fee: $40
  • 16+ yrs.
  • Closed toe shoes required

Stained Glass

#101 Beginning Stained Glass

Learn all the steps required to complete a flat stained glass panel using the copper foil method.  This class will guide you through each step, from drawing your design, to cutting, grinding, foiling, soldering and framing your glass panel.

  • Pre-requisite: None
  • Class duration: Eight – Ten *2-hour, weekly sessions
  • Class Fee: $40 per session, plus tools and supplies
  • Tools and supplies needed are available at McAllen Stained Glass

Fused Glass

Fused Glass

#400 Glass Fusing Class

Learn the essential techniques for making fused glass jewelry and accessories. This class will walk you step-by-step and provide you with the necessary information needed to fuse glass. Kilns, kiln preparation, glass compatibility and firing schedules will be discussed. Students will then be guided in creating several fused glass cabochons and fire them in a “quick fire” kiln. Lastly, each student will prepare a set of tiles/coasters that will be fired and picked up at a later date.

 

 

  • Glass cutting experience is not required
  • Class duration: 4-5 hours
  • Class Fee: $125
  • 16+ yrs.
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#401 Glass Tile/Coaster Fusing Workshop

Create beautiful and unique fused glass coasters or tiles.  Each student will be guided in designing and preparing a unique work of art.  Prior glass cutting experience is not required. 

 

  •    Class duration: 2 hours.                                                                         
  •    one 4″ x 4″ – $15
  •    two 4″ x 4″ – $25
  •    four 4″ x 4″ – 48

 

Fused Glass

#402 Glass Plate Fusing Workshop

Have fun preparing a unique plate which will be both decorative and functional.

  • Class duration: 2 hours
  • Class fee: $55 – $85, depending on the size of the plate
  • 16+ yrs.
  • Closed toe shoes required
  • NOTE: This piece requires 2 firings and pieces may take 7-10 days to complete

Fused Glass

#403 Fused Glass Curved Platter Workshop

Enjoy making a unique sushi/appetizer plate in one session.  We will guide you in designing and preparing your plate for the fusing and slumping process.  All materials are provided.

 

  • Class duration: 2 hours
  • Class fee: $55
  • 16+ yrs.
  • Closed toe shoes required
  • NOTE: This piece requires 2 firings and pieces may take 7-10 days to complete

Fused Glass

#404 Fused Glass Panel Workshop

  • Closed toe shoes required
  • Closed toe shoes required

Create a fused panel of your choice. All materials are provided.     Class duration: 2 hours.                                                                          Class fee:

  • 6″ x 6″          $40
  • 8″ x 8″          $50 
  • 8″ x 10″        $75
  • 12″ x 12″      $95
  • 16″ x 16″      $125
  • 18″ x 18″      $175
  • 16+ yrs.                                                                                     
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#407 Fused Glass Night Light Class

In this fun workshop you will make an original fused glass night lights.  All materials and the use of tools are provided including the night light and bulb.  The pieces will be fired and picked up later.

 

  • Class duration:  1 1/2 hour
  • Class Fee: $25
  • 16+ yrs. old
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#409 Fused Glass Pasta Bowl Workshops

Design a one-of-a-kind pasta bowl in just 2 hours.  We will guide you in preparing a fabulous design!  All materials are provided as well as the tools needed for your special work of art.  These pieces will be fired and picked up later.

 

 

  • Class duration: 2 hours
  • Class Fee: $80
  • 16+ yrs.
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

 #410 Fused Glass Candy Dish Workshop

In this fun workshop you will design an original candy dish.  We will provide all the materials and tools needed for guaranteed success.  These pieces will be fired and picked up later.

 

 

  • Class duration: 2 hours
  • Class Fee: $55
  • 16+ yrs.
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

 #411 Fused Glass Trinket Tray Workshop

Design a stylish trinket tray in just 2 hours! We will guide you through the process and provide all the materials and tools needed for your special work of art. These pieces will be fired and picked up at a later date.

 

  • Class duration: 2 hours
  • Class Fee: $40
  • 16+ yrs.
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#412 Fused Wine Glass Charms Workshop

Design a set of 6 unique wine glass charms to use at your next party!  We will guide you through the process and provide all the materials and tools needed for your special work of art. These pieces will be fired and picked up at a later date.

 

  • Prerequisite: Prior glass cutting experience is helpful but not required
  • Class duration: 2 hours
  • Class Fee: $40
  • 16+ yrs.
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#414 Fused Glass Jewelry Workshop

Design 6 trendy pendants in just 2 hours!  We will guide you through the design process and provide all the materials and tools needed for your exquisite jewelry pieces. These pieces will be fired and picked up at a later date.

 

 

  • Prior glass cutting experience is helpful but not required
  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee: $40, per person
  • 16+ yrs.
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#415 Fused Glass Pocket Vase Workshop

What better way to display flowers than in a unique pocket vase that you design! Come in and we will guide you through the process and provide all the materials needed for your special work of art. These pieces will be fired and picked up at a later date.  Prior glass cutting experience is not required.

 

 

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee: $65, per person
  • 16+ yrs. old
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#416 Fused Glass Clock Workshop

Make a unique fused glass clock in this fun 2-hour workshop.  We will guide you in designing and preparing your clock piece and we will take care of the firing and drilling process for you. Prior glass cutting experience is helpful but not required.

 

 

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee: $80, per person
  • 16+ yrs. old
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#417 Fused Glass Windchime Workshop

Make a unique fused glass wind chime in this fun 2-hour workshop!  You will be guided in designing and preparing 6 pieces of glass for the wind chime and we will take care of the firing process for you.  All materials and the use of tools are provided.  Prior glass cutting experience is helpful but not required.

 

 

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee: $80
  • 16+ yrs. old
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#418 Fused Glass 17″ Platter Workshop

In this workshop, you will design a beautiful platter for your home.  You will be guided in cutting glass and preparing your piece for the fusing and slumping process.  We will provide all the materials and tools needed for your special work of art.  These pieces will be fired and picked later.

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee: $160, per person
  • 16+ yrs. old
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#419 Fused Glass Square Platter Workshop

Fill your wall with these beautiful Wildflowers that you have created!  We will guide you as you cut glass and design a one-of-a-kind work of art.

You prepare your piece for the fusing and slumping process and we provide all the materials and tools needed for your special project. Hardware for hanging is included.

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee: $80, per person
  • 16+ yrs. old
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#420 Fused Glass Wildflower Workshop

In this workshop, you will design a beautiful platter for your home.  You will be guided in cutting glass and preparing your piece for the fusing and slumping process.  We will provide all the materials and tools needed for your special work of art.  These pieces will be fired and picked later.

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee:  10″ –  $85, per person
  •                     15″ – $135, per person
  •                     17″ – $150, per person
  • 16+ yrs. old
  • No open toe shoes

Fused Glass

#421 Fused Glass Handkerchief Votive Workshop

In this workshop, you will design a beautiful handkerchief votive.  You will be guided in cutting glass and preparing your piece for the fusing and slumping process.  We will provide all the materials and tools needed for your special work of art.  These pieces will be fired and picked up later.

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee:  $30, per person
  • 16+ yrs. old
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#422 Fused Glass Tree Votive Workshop

In this workshop, you will design a beautiful handkerchief votive.  You will be guided in cutting glass and preparing your piece for the fusing and slumping process.  We will provide all the materials and tools needed for your special work of art.  These pieces will be fired and picked up later.

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee:  $40, per person
  • 16+ yrs. old
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#423 Fused Glass Cross Workshop

Design a one-of-a-kind fused glass cross in this fun workshop.  You will be guided in cutting glass and preparing your piece for the fusing and slumping process.  We will provide all the materials and tools needed for your special work of art.  These pieces will be fired and picked up later.

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee:  $75, per person
  • 16+ yrs. old
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#424 Fused Glass Fish Platter Workshop

Design a one-of-a-kind fused glass cross in this fun workshop.  You will be guided in cutting glass and preparing your piece for the fusing and slumping process.  We will provide all the materials and tools needed for your special work of art.  These pieces will be fired and picked up later.

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee:  $75, per person
  • 16+ yrs. old
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#425 Fused Glass Critter Workshop – Kids 6 – 14 yrs.

It’s a bug’s life!  Make your own little creepy, crawly friends in one session.  We will help you design and create your own fused glass bugs!

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee:  $40, per person
  • Kids 6-14 yrs. old
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#426 Fused Glass Name Plate Workshop – Kids 6 – 14 yrs.

What’s in a name?  You can put anything in your name when you design your own fused glass sign!  We will guide you and provide all the materials.

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee:  $40, per person
  • Kids 6-14 yrs. old
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#427 Fused Glass House Votive Workshop – Kids 6 – 14 yrs.

Beep, beep!  Build your own car in our fused glass workshop! We will help you get on the road in no time.  We provide the tools and materials.

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee:  $40, per person
  • Kids 6-14 yrs. old
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#428 Fused Glass Car Workshop – Kids 6 – 14 yrs.

Design your dream house in this fun workshop!  Choose the style and colors and we will help you install a window and a door in your new home.

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee:  $40, per person
  • Kids 6-14 yrs. old
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#429 Fused Glass Desk Pets – 16+ yrs.

Sometimes you need a little company while on the job.  Make you own little creepy, crawly friends in one session.  We will help you design and create your own fused glass bugs!  No prior glass cutting experience needed.

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee:  $40, per person
  • 16+ yrs.
  • Closed toe shoes required

 

Fused Glass

#430 Fused Glass Serving Tray – 16+ yrs.

In this workshop, you will design a beautiful platter that is both decorative and functional.  You will be guided in cutting glass and preparing your piece for the fusing and slumping process.  We will provide all the materials and tools needed for your special work of art.  These pieces will be fired and picked up later.

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee:  $75, per person
  • 16+ yrs.
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#431 Fused Glass Ribbon Candy Votive – 16+ yrs.

Design a beautiful, fused glass votive that is both decorative and functional.  You will be guided in cutting glass and preparing your piece for the fusing and slumping process.  We will provide all the materials and tools needed for your special work of art.  These pieces will be fired and picked up later. No prior glass cutting experience needed.

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee:  $45, per person
  • 16+ yrs.
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#432 Fused Glass Spoonrest – 16+ yrs.

Design a beautiful fused glass spoon rest that is both decorative and functional.  You will be guided in cutting glass and preparing your piece for the fusing and slumping process.  We will provide all the materials and tools needed for your special work of art. These pieces will be fired and picked up later. No prior glass cutting experience needed.

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee:  $45, per person
  • 16+ yrs.
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#433 Fused Glass Landscape Panel – 16+ yrs.

Design a beautiful fused glass decorative panel.  We will guide you in cutting glass and preparing your piece for the fusing and slumping process.  All materials and tools are provided.  These pieces will be fired and picked up later.  No prior glass cutting experience needed.

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee:  $55, per person
  • 16+ yrs.
  • Closed toe shoes required

Fused Glass

#434 Fused Glass Lamp Panel – 16+ yrs.

Design a beautiful, fused glass lampshade in this fun 2 hour.  We will guide you in cutting glass and preparing your piece for the fusing and slumping process.  All materials and tools are provided, including the lamp base.  These pieces will be fired and picked up later.  No prior glass cutting experience needed.

  • Class duration: 2 hour
  • Class Fee:  $175, per person
  • 16+ yrs.
  • Closed toe shoes required