The MINT upcoming events

Stained Glass for Beginners: Rhombus Cube Sun Catcher (09/19/2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

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

Member Support: Glass Shop — Susan (09/23/2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

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

Textured Metal Earrings (09/24/2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Textured Metal Earrings

An introduction to texturing metal using stamps and hammers to create designs for earrings.

Students will take home a pair of handmade earrings while learning the skills to continue making jewelry on their own!

What you'll learn:

How to use metal stamps and hammers, metal blocks, dabbing blocks, and sandpaper.
Safety and proper use of tools
This class will include an Orientation to the shop that will allow participants to use the shop on their own after completion*

Safety guidelines for attendance:

Wear eye protection and masks provided by instructor when using certain tools during the construction of a jewelry piece.

Wear closed-toed shoes, tie back hair, and do not wear clothing or jewelry that can become caught in machinery or around equipment.

Class Details:

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 24th

Time: 5:30 - 8:00pm

Instructor: Jessica

Investment: (Includes the cost of all materials)

Members: $85

Non-Members $110

Don't wait to register - this class is limited to 4 participants only!

*Please Note: Use of tools and equipment will be limited to what is used in this class. Other equipment (like torches) will have to be signed off separately.