If you are tired of standard fusing techniques, come join our Beyond the Basics class. You will learn clever uses of scrap, how to make and use pattern bars, and multi -textural/dimensional pieces. Challenge your self to make art that is uniquely yours and will stand out in a crowd.

In this class you learn to work with dots, cut ups, embedded stringers and layering. You will also learn how to make pattern bars and how to incorporate them into your design. Learn how to incorporate metal into your design (beyond copper). Learn to use unconventional items to fuse on and slump into.

Each student will create 5 (possibly more) small projects. All glass, tools and firings are included. Projects will be in System 96 Glass tm. Wear comfortable cotton clothing and no open toed shoes or sandals. Please bring a note book and feel free to bring a sack lunch. Soft drinks provided.

Unless otherwise noted, you must be at least 14 years old to participate in a workshop. Students under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who is also enrolled in the same class. All students will be required to sign a HFC® issued liability release form.

Cast aside the traditional options for where to go on a date and impress your date with something new, fun, and lasting. Join us for date night at Hollander Fusing Center of Atlanta. You can munch on light hors d'oeuvres while together you make a special work of art that will last a lifetime. For $90.00 you can enjoy a few hours together and collaborate on a creative bowl or platter to commemorate the evening. And if you want to sip on beer or wine while you work, feel free to bring it along with you.

Materials, firings and use of all tools included-projects will be in System 96 Glass tm. Wear comfortable cotton clothing – no open toed shoes or sandals. Light appetizers and soft drinks provided..

Unless otherwise noted, you must be at least 14 years old to participate in a workshop. Students under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who is also enrolled in the same class. All students will be required to sign a HFC® issued liability release form.

Learn the art and craft of kiln-worked glass in this exciting two-part class. Come ignite your passion for glass fusing, learn the basics and release your creativity in a whole new medium.

New art glass enthusiasts will learn about the process of glass fusing, from cutting and designing; to kiln and mold preparation; firing schedules and kiln operation; annealing, fire polishing and glass compatibility. You will learn about the decorative aspects of various forms of glass such as crushed glass and powders, plus glass stringers and noodles. In addition we'll cover the basics of slumping techniques and mold selection, plus general safety issues.

Each student will create three fused glass art pieces to take home and keep, or to give as gifts: A sparkling piece of dichroic jewelry, a vase or decorative plate, and a square tile. We will even do a real-time kiln firing as part of this informative hands-on class. No previous experience is necessary.

HFC workshops are designed to build confidence, develop knowledge and skills and inspire students to break through creative boundaries in kiln formed glass. There will be a limit of EIGHT students per class.

Materials, firings and use of all tools are included - projects will be in System 96 Glass™ Wear comfortable cotton clothing - No open toes shoes or sandals. Please bring a notepad & pen and feel free to bring a sack lunch. Soft drinks provided.

Unless otherwise noted, you must be at least 14 years old to participate in a workshop. Students under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who is also enrolled in the same class. All students will be required to sign a HFC® issued liability release form.

Get acquainted with the dazzle of dichroic glass and make your own sparkling one-of-a-kind jewelry. We will discuss the unique properties of dichroic glass in order to assist you in developing your artistic glass designs, as well as different ways to approach findings and finishing the piece. You can make beautiful pendants and earrings even with no previous experience with dichroic glass or glass cutting experience.

Completed workshop pieces will be fired in the kiln and be available for pick up in approximately one week or arrangements can be made for shipping.

Please bring a notepad & pen.

HFC workshops are designed to build confidence, develop knowledge and skills and inspire students to break through creative boundaries in kiln formed glass. There will be a limit of EIGHT students per class.

Materials, firings and use of all tools are included - projects will be in System 96 Glass™ Wear comfortable cotton clothing - No open toes shoes or sandals. Please bring a notepad & pen and feel free to bring a sack lunch. Soft drinks provided.

Unless otherwise noted, you must be at least 14 years old to participate in a workshop. Students under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who is also enrolled in the same class. All students will be required to sign a HFC® issued liability release form.

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Weekdays, evenings, and Saturday classes are offered!

Classes are generally up to 3 hours with special individualized attention - maximum of 12 people per class.

Choose a class to make any of the following special keepsakes!
• Suncatcher
• Set of coasters
• Hanging Bird Feeder
• Candy bowl
• Plate/platter or bowl: decorated with glass bits and "stringers", in Mosaic-style, or painted & fired
• Pocket-vase to hang on a wall
• Wavy vase to display on a table
• Decorated & slumped wine bottle cheeseboard

If you are new to fusing glass and want to try your hand at it, take an art break to de-stress, unwind, and immerse yourself in the creative process. Come alone or bring a friend for a 3-hour artistic adventure and make your own beautiful creation of glass. And it's a great bonding opportunity! Children 8 and up are welcome if both parent and child are taking the class together.

No fusing or glass experience is necessary; we will walk you through step-by-step to create your own personal masterpiece. We will fire your piece and you can pick it up later, or opt to have it delivered to you via mail.

Materials, firings and use of all tools are included. Wear comfortable
No open-toed shoes or sandals.