Intro to Fused Glass: Create Your Own Glass Tiles
In this introductory workshop, you’ll design and create your own fused glass tiles while learning the fundamentals of kiln-worked glass. The class is beginner-friendly and also well suited for returning participants who want time to play, explore new ideas, and work with glass again.
Working with sheets of colored glass, you’ll explore cutting, layering, composition, and how light moves through glass. Each participant will design two glass tiles, with time to play with color, pattern, and composition. After the workshop, I’ll fire the tiles in my kiln, and finished pieces will be ready for pickup within the week.
Each finished tile can be displayed on a shelf, windowsill, or tabletop using the clear acrylic plate stands included with the workshop, or given as a meaningful handmade gift.
What You’ll Learn
Each workshop introduces the art and science of fused glass in a way that’s easy, engaging, and rewarding. You’ll learn:
The basics of glass cutting and shaping
How to layer transparent and opaque glass to create depth and color effects
Design principles for composition, balance, and flow
How heat and time in the kiln transform your layered design into a single, fused piece
The beauty of experimenting—trusting your eye and intuition to guide your design
What You’ll Make
Two fused glass tiles, designed by you
Finished tiles will be ready for pickup within the week.
Perfect For first-time glass makers, returning workshop participants, color lovers, and anyone who enjoys learning something new and going home with a finished piece they can display or gift.
Workshop FAQs
Do I need any prior experience?
No experience is required. This workshop is beginner-friendly, and it’s also a great fit for returning participants who want more time to experiment and play with glass.
What exactly will I make?
You’ll design two glass tiles during the workshop. After firing, each tile will be paired with a clear acrylic plate stand included with the class.
Will my tiles be finished the day of the workshop?
No. The tiles need to be fired in my kiln after class. Finished pieces will be ready for pickup within the week.
How can I display my finished tiles?
Each participant receives two acrylic plate stands, which are perfect for shelves, windowsills, desks, or tabletops.
What should I wear or bring?
Wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes. All tools and materials are provided.
Is this a take-home-the-same-day project?
This is a make-now, pick uplater workshop. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of fused glass, and your finished tiles will be ready after firing.
Can I give this workshop as a gift?
Yes. Gift certificates are available and make a wonderful experience-based gift.
What if I can’t pick up my tiles?
If you’re unable to pick up your finished work, we can make arrangements for shipping at an additional cost.
Still have questions?
I’m happy to help. Feel free to reach out by email or call, and I’ll make sure you have all the details before signing up.
Gather, Create and Connect
private group workshops
Gather your favorite people for a little island creativity! Private group workshops for 5–10 participants are a wonderful way to celebrate a birthday, reunion, or just time together. You’ll have the studio to yourselves, all the materials provided, and plenty of color and laughter to go around.
(to learn more email me hello@windhorsearts.com )