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• Fusing Fridays - 4 Week Course

  • Start
    10/09/2026
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  • End
    11/06/2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    112 Quality Lane
  • Spaces left
    1

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  Fusing Fridays

  Join us for a hands-on journey into the art of Glass Fusing!

  This 4-week introductory, project-based class will explore the fundamentals of working with fusible glass. Each week, you'll complete a different project while building your skills and creativity in this exciting medium.

  
  

  Fridays: 10/9, 10/16, 10/30, 11/6

  Time: 12:00 - 3:00 PM

  Instructor: Lisa Steckler

  
  

  Cost: (All materials included)

  Members  $350

  Non-Members  $400

  What You'll Learn:

  • Glass Chemistry 101 – Understand the importance of COE (Coefficient of Expansion) and how it affects your designs.
  • Mastering the Kiln – Learn to safely operate a kiln and use firing schedules to create both flat and three-dimensional pieces.
  • Cut, Stack, and Fuse – Explore techniques for cutting, layering, and designing eye-catching glasswork.
  • Pro Tips for Success – Get insider knowledge to troubleshoot issues and perfect your craft.

  ✨ No experience necessary! 

  
  

  18+

  Please wear closed toed shoes.

  All other PPE provided.

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• Member Support: Glass Shop — Jen

  • When
    11/04/2026
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    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    112 Quality Ln, Rutland Vt 05701

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  Glass Guild members will be present in the Glass Shop to assist any Mint Members who need help with anything related to glass from general inquiries, project questions, facilitating glass purchases, equipment know-how, and more. We're here to help!

  Please register for these staff hours so that we are best able to assist you. 

  Please reach out  if you have any questions. 

  glass@rutlandmint.org

  
  

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• Member Support: Glass Shop — Lisa

  • When
    11/05/2026
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    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    112 Quality Ln, Rutland Vt 05701

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  Glass Guild members will be present in the Glass Shop to assist any Mint Members who need help with anything related to glass from general inquiries, project questions, facilitating glass purchases, equipment know-how, and more. We're here to help!

  Please register for these staff hours so that we are best able to assist you. 

  Please reach out  if you have any questions. 

  glass@rutlandmint.org

  
  

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• Stained Glass for Beginners: Rhombus Cube Sun Catcher

  • When
    11/07/2026
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    11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    112 Quality Ln. Rutland VT
  • Spaces left
    1
  • Registered
    3 registrants

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  Stained Glass for Beginners: Rhombus Cube Sun Catcher

  Join us for an introduction to our Stained Glass shop!

  Using different colored and textured glass, we’ll arrange three diamond shapes (rhombuses) using the copper foil method to form a “3D” cube. 

  In this class you will leave knowing:

  • How to cut and shape glass from a pattern
  • Apply foil to the glass for soldering
  • How to use soldering irons on copper foil to join different glass pieces in a design
  • How to add a simple eye loop to a piece
  • All safety procedures for use of equipment and materials in the Stained Glass shop

  This beginner class will get your foot in the door of the Stained Glass shop. This course counts as a foundational class that will allow you to work independently in the shop.

  *Please wear close-toed shoes, bring water and snack. All other PPE provided by the Mint. 

  
  

  Instructor: Christopher Rawls - Hobbyist Glass Artist 

  
  

  Cost:

  $75 Members

  $85 Non-Members

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• Fused Glass Ornaments

  • When
    11/12/2026
  •  
    5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    112 Quality ane
  • Spaces left
    6

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  Fused Glass Ornaments

  Fused glass ornaments are great small pieces of art to decorate any holiday tree or for gift giving. 

  You will learn:

  • Glass preparation for fusing
  • How to use basic glass tools for cutting and pattern layering
  • Kiln overview, glass technology and safety
  • Use of glass rods and frit to add texture to your projects.

  Ornaments will be full fused after class and available for pick up following week.

  
  

  Instructor: Lisa Steckler
  

  
  

  Cost: (all materials included)

  Member: $95.00

  Non-Member: $110.00

  
  

  NOTE: 

  18+

  Please wear closed-toed shoes

  All PPE provided

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• Member Support: Glass Shop — Susan

  • When
    11/18/2026
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    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    112 Quality Ln, Rutland Vt 05701

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  Glass Guild members will be present in the Glass Shop to assist any Mint Members who need help with anything related to glass from general inquiries, project questions, facilitating glass purchases, equipment know-how, and more. We're here to help!

  Please register for these staff hours so that we are best able to assist you. 

  Please reach out  if you have any questions. 

  glass@rutlandmint.org

  
  

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• Member Support: Glass Shop — Chris

  • When
    11/27/2026
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    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    112 Quality Ln, Rutland Vt 05701

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  Glass Guild members will be present in the Glass Shop to assist any Mint Members who need help with anything related to glass from general inquiries, project questions, facilitating glass purchases, equipment know-how, and more. We're here to help!

  Please register for these staff hours so that we are best able to assist you. 

  Please reach out  if you have any questions. 

  glass@rutlandmint.org.

  
  

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• Stained Glass Holiday Ornaments

  • When
    11/28/2026
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    11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    112 Quality ane
  • Spaces left
    4

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  Stained Glass Ornaments

  Come join us and celebrate the season by creating your own stained-glass holiday ornaments!
  

  Using multiple colors and textured glass, arrange your pieces to create a unique ornament. Perfect for your own tree or to give as gifts. 

  This class focuses on skills and familiarity with the process.
  Students will leave with a small completed project.
  

  In this single-session workshop, you will:

  - Choose complementary colors

  - Cut glass to a specific size and shape from a pattern

  - Apply foil to the glass for soldering

  - Solder the glass pieces together

  - Add hooks for hanging

  - Patina and polish to give it a finished look

  *Bring a snack and a drink, as we will be taking a break in the middle of the workshop!
  

  No stained-glass experience necessary.

  This workshop is considered an Orientation to the Glass Shop for current Mint members. Onboarding for new members will be available.

  Instructor: Chris

  Member Cost: $75

  Not Yet Member Cost: $85

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