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Torch to Treasure: Intermediate Glass Jewelry Making
Flameworking

Torch to Treasure: Intermediate Glass Jewelry Making

Saturday, September 26, 2026
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
8-week Class
Flame Shop
Intermediate, Ages 14+
$475.00
Jewelry Payment Plan Available

Description

Go beyond the basics and explore techniques for creating wearable works of glass art. This intermediate-level class focuses on making small-scale jewelry using borosilicate glass and a hand torch. Expand your flameworking skills through solid sculpting, simple cane making, and introductory coldworking techniques. Over the course of 8 weeks, explore a range of jewelry forms including pendants, cabochons, rings, and chain links. Learn techniques for forming loops, incorporating color, and setting glass with metal findings and adhesives. The course includes hands-on practice with mandrels, covers kiln use and safe studio procedures.

Whether you’re looking to deepen your flameworking practice or explore a new direction in wearable art, this course will help you bring your glasswork into a refined and personal form.

Class tuition includes 2 hours of open-studio time to be used during the 8-week course period. Open Studio is held on Monday Nights 5:00pm - 9:00pm.

Prerequisite: Flame 1: Introduction to Flameworking, or equivalent 24 hours experience with instructor permission required.

Class does not meet 10/17/2026

Ages 14+

Saturday, September 26 to November 21, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Seats Remaining: 0

PGC Members: Your registration discount is currently NOT applied automatically. Please email glassinfo@pittsburghglasscenter.org to receive your 10% member discount on eligible classes.

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