Glass Blowing Classes in NYC, New York

Step by step you will learn: 1. Creating a resistant shape/Design a pattern How to design your own a piece. Understanding the tension of the materials, it's own weight and external exposure, such as light, wind or rain. Each piece of glass will have a designed template by the student. 2. Smoothing the edges/Use of the Glass Grinder How to cut...

Learn how to create your very own blown glass tumblers and highball in this one-day workshop. Apply colors, patterns and enjoy a great introduction to glass blowing. This class makes a wonderful gift as does the beautiful work that you will make. Q&A Q: Can I take what I make home?  A: Yes! You will absolutely be...

This class is great for the curious at heart who want to learn more about making glass by hand. Students will begin to learn about the fluid nature of glass by working directly with the 2100 degree molten glass to form and shape it into beautiful hand crafted art objects. Each student should expect a hands on experience and to work as team to help...

One-Day of Neon at Brooklyn Glass is a concise introduction to the art and science of neon tube making! Students can expect to learn about the components that make a neon tube, the tools needed, and the method to create a spectacular custom light source. Students can expect to create an abstract piece of neon, using various torches with intimate instruction....

Learn to melt and form Borosilicate Glass on the torch. Students will learn the basics of flame working and have a opportunity to create unique pieces of their own.

Create your own shot glasses in this one-day glassblowing course. In the hotshop, you will learn to apply colors and shape glass into one-of-a-kind shot glasses. Students can expect to make 2-4 shot glasses per workshop. Beginners welcomed. 

In this 5 hour workshop, students will have the abiilty to learn the basics of working with torches and borosilicate glass. Learn to make pendants, marbles, and more. Classes will begin with a demonstration of techniques and safety procedures, and will move into hands on practice with the aide of the instructors. Join us today! All levels welcome,...

This five hour workshop will teach you all the basic information and techniques used in traditional glassblowing, while you create fun and unique glass fruits and vegetables that will last all year long! Try your hand at creating an eggplant! Why not a lemon, a chili pepper, a carrot or a zucchini? Using clear glass and applied color, learn how to...

Work at the torch to create colorful flowers encased in clear glass. Learn flame-working techniques and how to work with molten glass by creating patterns and compressing them into flower marbles, pendants, or paper weights.

You will be painting and gilding glass in this class. IT IS SERIOUSLY cool but not for beginner painters, please. You must have experience with Annie Sloan products because it is a fast-paced class with elevated techniques. Important thing to note: Please wear clothes and shoes appropriate for painting. Are materials provided and included in cost...

This class is aimed to the glass maker looking to incorporate intermediate/advance form and color techniques to their repertoire of glassblowing skills. Color overlays, stuffed cups, cane pulls and roll-ups are on the agenda. We welcome glass makers continuing from GB2 or with at least one year of consistent glass blowing experience. During the course...

During this one-day workshop, students will learn essential introductory techniques of glassblowing and the ways in which movement will affect the shaping of the glass. Using molten glass, you will learn about application of color, followed by how to form and shape a floppy bowl. These vibrantly colored & uniquely shaped pieces make perfect gifts,...

Get into glassblowing at Brooklyn Glass with our one-day apple making workshop. During these 3 hours, students will learn the basics of gathering from the furnace and shaping the glass.  We will provide you with multiple glass colors which can be applied to the apples. Use these glass creations as decorations or paperweights!  Beginners...

Step by step you will learn: 1. Creating a resistant shape/Design a pattern How to design your own a piece. Understanding the tension of the materials, it's own weight and external exposure, such as light, wind or rain. Each piece of glass will have a designed template by the student. 2. Smoothing the edges/Use of the Glass Grinder How to cut...

This weekend workshop will take a dive into the world of glassblowing. We will explore the material with exercises in creating solid objects, followed by making the leap into blown glass vessels. Safety, teamwork, and building basic skills will be the primary focus of our time together, and of course: Fun! All are welcome, though this class is best...