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4-Week Intro to Stained Glass - Sunday Afternoons with Kristin, 08/03 - 08/24, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Aug
3

4-Week Intro to Stained Glass - Sunday Afternoons with Kristin, 08/03 - 08/24, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Interested in how traditional stained glass windows were made? Learn to create your own unique stained glass window with Kristin J. Harsma, a local stained glass artist, using the copper foil method. You will learn the complete process of making a small stained glass window starting with choosing a pattern, cutting the glass, foiling and finally soldering to complete the work. Other interesting and important highlights will include tips and safety precautions. You will pick 1 of 5 provided patterns, all designed by Kristin, or bring your own (no bigger than 10x10 inches for beginners) Class price covers all supplies and shared tools such as glass grinders and soldering irons. You are welcome to choose from our scrap glass or purchase your own. Class is 4 sessions.

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Stained Glass: SUMMER SUNCATCHER (4-HOUR WORKSHOP) - Thursday Evening 5:00pm - 9:00pm (08/07)
Aug
7

Stained Glass: SUMMER SUNCATCHER (4-HOUR WORKSHOP) - Thursday Evening 5:00pm - 9:00pm (08/07)

Add a little light and color to your world! In this hands-on stained glass workshop, you'll learn to create your very own suncatcher using the copper foil method — no prior experience needed.

Guided by local stained glass artist Kristin J. Harsma, you’ll pick a design, cut and foil glass, and solder your piece step by step. By the end of the workshop, you’ll go home with a beautiful, handcrafted stained glass suncatcher to brighten your window or give as a meaningful handmade gift.

Whether you're a total beginner or just looking for a creative afternoon, this workshop is a fun and rewarding way to explore the art of stained glass.

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Digital Design: STAINED GLASS PATTERN (3-HOUR WORKSHOP) - Friday Morning 10:00am - 1:00pm (08/08)
Aug
8

Digital Design: STAINED GLASS PATTERN (3-HOUR WORKSHOP) - Friday Morning 10:00am - 1:00pm (08/08)

Learn how to design your own stained glass patterns using Adobe Illustrator or Inkscape (a free alternative). In this hands-on class, you'll be guided through the basics of vector design, including how to trace or draw custom images, and turn them into crisp, scalable patterns ready for cutting or printing.

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Intro to Cricut/Silhouette (2-HOUR WORKSHOP) - Friday Afternoon 2:00pm - 4:00pm (08/08)
Aug
8

Intro to Cricut/Silhouette (2-HOUR WORKSHOP) - Friday Afternoon 2:00pm - 4:00pm (08/08)

Ready to bring your stained glass design to life? In this hands-on follow-up workshop, you’ll learn how to prepare and cut a digital pattern using a Silhouette cutting machine. Whether you’ve created your own pattern or purchased one, we’ll walk through the steps to cut it precisely using vinyl sticker paper—perfect for transferring designs to glass.

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Intro to Fused Glass: JEWELRY (90 MINUTE WORKSHOP) - Sunday Evening 6:00pm - 7:30pm (08/10)
Aug
10

Intro to Fused Glass: JEWELRY (90 MINUTE WORKSHOP) - Sunday Evening 6:00pm - 7:30pm (08/10)

Make your own wearable glass art! In this fun and approachable workshop, you'll learn the basics of fused glass while designing and creating your own one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces, such as pendants, earrings, or bracelets.

Students will learn how to safely cut and layer colorful glass, arrange it into eye-catching designs, and explore how kiln firing fuses everything together. Your finished pieces will be fired in our on-site kiln and ready for pick-up within 2 weeks.

No experience needed — just bring your creativity!

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Stained Glass: SUMMER SUNCATCHER (4-HOUR WORKSHOP) - Thursday Evening 5:00pm - 9:00pm (08/14)
Aug
14

Stained Glass: SUMMER SUNCATCHER (4-HOUR WORKSHOP) - Thursday Evening 5:00pm - 9:00pm (08/14)

Add a little light and color to your world! In this hands-on stained glass workshop, you'll learn to create your very own suncatcher using the copper foil method — no prior experience needed.

Guided by local stained glass artist Kristin J. Harsma, you’ll pick a design, cut and foil glass, and solder your piece step by step. By the end of the workshop, you’ll go home with a beautiful, handcrafted stained glass suncatcher to brighten your window or give as a meaningful handmade gift.

Whether you're a total beginner or just looking for a creative afternoon, this workshop is a fun and rewarding way to explore the art of stained glass.

What’s Included:

  • All tools and materials provided — no need to bring anything!

  • Expert instruction and individual guidance

  • A finished suncatcher to take home

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Digital Design: STAINED GLASS PATTERN (3-HOUR WORKSHOP) - Friday Morning 10:00am - 1:00pm (08/15)
Aug
15

Digital Design: STAINED GLASS PATTERN (3-HOUR WORKSHOP) - Friday Morning 10:00am - 1:00pm (08/15)

Learn how to design your own stained glass patterns using Adobe Illustrator or Inkscape (a free alternative). In this hands-on class, you'll be guided through the basics of vector design, including how to trace or draw custom images, and turn them into crisp, scalable patterns ready for cutting or printing.

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Intro to Cricut/Silhouette (2-HOUR WORKSHOP) - Friday Afternoon 2:00pm - 4:00pm (08/15)
Aug
15

Intro to Cricut/Silhouette (2-HOUR WORKSHOP) - Friday Afternoon 2:00pm - 4:00pm (08/15)

Ready to bring your stained glass design to life? In this hands-on follow-up workshop, you’ll learn how to prepare and cut a digital pattern using a Silhouette cutting machine. Whether you’ve created your own pattern or purchased one, we’ll walk through the steps to cut it precisely using vinyl sticker paper—perfect for transferring designs to glass.

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Stained Glass: SUMMER SUNCATCHER (4-HOUR WORKSHOP) - Thursday Evening 5:00pm - 9:00pm (08/21)
Aug
21

Stained Glass: SUMMER SUNCATCHER (4-HOUR WORKSHOP) - Thursday Evening 5:00pm - 9:00pm (08/21)

Add a little light and color to your world! In this hands-on stained glass workshop, you'll learn to create your very own suncatcher using the copper foil method — no prior experience needed.

Guided by local stained glass artist Kristin J. Harsma, you’ll pick a design, cut and foil glass, and solder your piece step by step. By the end of the workshop, you’ll go home with a beautiful, handcrafted stained glass suncatcher to brighten your window or give as a meaningful handmade gift.

Whether you're a total beginner or just looking for a creative afternoon, this workshop is a fun and rewarding way to explore the art of stained glass.

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Intro to Fused Glass: SMALL DISH (90 MINUTE WORKSHOP) - Sunday Evening 6:00pm - 7:30pm (08/24)
Aug
24

Intro to Fused Glass: SMALL DISH (90 MINUTE WORKSHOP) - Sunday Evening 6:00pm - 7:30pm (08/24)

Ready to explore the art of kiln-formed glass? In this beginner-friendly fused glass workshop, you'll design and create a small functional glass piece, such as a 4–6" dish, plate, or tray.

You’ll learn to cut and layer pieces of colored glass, experiment with textures and embellishments, and understand how the kiln firing process transforms your work into smooth, finished art. Fired pieces will be ready for pickup within two weeks.

This is a great intro to the world of warm glass and a perfect stepping stone toward more advanced fused glass projects.

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Mixed Level Stained Glass - Monday Afternoons w/ Kristin, 06/16-07/21, 2:00-5:00pm
Jun
16

Mixed Level Stained Glass - Monday Afternoons w/ Kristin, 06/16-07/21, 2:00-5:00pm

Want to continue to perfect your stained glass skills?  In this 6 session class, you will have the freedom to create your own pattern and perfect your cutting and soldering technique to create your own unique stained glass window of any size.

We will discuss everyone’s project plans in detail during the first class. Come to class prepared with an idea of what you would like to create. You can prepare your pattern out on paper or digitally. If you like to design a pattern digitally, bring a laptop to the first class. 

You will have access to Burkhead Art Center’s stained glass tools and equipment but will need to purchase stained glass and other consumables, some of which are available to purchase onsite.

Class and materials fees cover the use of shared tools such as glass grinders, soldering irons and basic materials. You will need to purchase glass, solder, copper foil, and caming appropriate for your chosen project.

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Intro to Stained Glass - Sunday Afternoons w/ Kristin, 06/15-07/27, 2:00-5:00pm
Jun
15

Intro to Stained Glass - Sunday Afternoons w/ Kristin, 06/15-07/27, 2:00-5:00pm

Interested in how traditional stained glass windows were made? Learn to create your own unique stained glass window with Kristin J. Harsma, a local stained glass artist, using the copper foil method. You will learn the complete process of making a small stained glass window starting with choosing a pattern, cutting the glass, foiling and finally soldering to complete the work. Other interesting and important highlights will include tips and safety precautions. You will pick 1 of 5 provided patterns, all designed by Kristin, or bring your own (no bigger than 10x10 inches for beginners) Class price covers all supplies and shared tools such as glass grinders and soldering irons. You are welcome to choose from our scrap glass or purchase your own. Class is 6 sessions.

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Intro to Stained Glass - Sunday Afternoons w/ Kristin, 04/27-06/08, 2:00-5:00pm
Apr
27

Intro to Stained Glass - Sunday Afternoons w/ Kristin, 04/27-06/08, 2:00-5:00pm

Interested in how traditional stained glass windows were made? Learn to create your own unique stained glass window with Kristin J. Harsma, a local stained glass artist, using the copper foil method. You will learn the complete process of making a small stained glass window starting with choosing a pattern, cutting the glass, foiling and finally soldering to complete the work. Other interesting and important highlights will include tips and safety precautions. You will pick 1 of 5 provided patterns, all designed by Kristin, or bring your own (no bigger than 10x10 inches for beginners) Class price covers all supplies and shared tools such as glass grinders and soldering irons. You are welcome to choose from our scrap glass or purchase your own. Class is 6 sessions.

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Intro to Stained Glass - Thursday Evenings with Kristin, 04/24-05/29, 5:30pm-8:30pm
Apr
24

Intro to Stained Glass - Thursday Evenings with Kristin, 04/24-05/29, 5:30pm-8:30pm

Interested in how traditional stained glass windows were made? Learn to create your own unique stained glass window with Kristin J. Harsma, a local stained glass artist, using the copper foil method. You will learn the complete process of making a small stained glass window starting with choosing a pattern, cutting the glass, foiling and finally soldering to complete the work. Other interesting and important highlights will include tips and safety precautions. You will pick 1 of 5 provided patterns, all designed by Kristin, or bring your own (no bigger than 10x10 inches for beginners) Class price covers all supplies and shared tools such as glass grinders and soldering irons. You are welcome to choose from our scrap glass or purchase your own. Class is 6 sessions.

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Intermediate Stained Glass - Monday Afternoons w/ Kristin, 04/21-05/26, 2:00-5:00pm
Apr
21

Intermediate Stained Glass - Monday Afternoons w/ Kristin, 04/21-05/26, 2:00-5:00pm

Want to continue to perfect your stained glass skills?  In this 6 session class, you will have the freedom to create your own pattern and perfect your cutting and soldering technique to create your own unique stained glass window of any size.

We will discuss everyone’s project plans in detail during the first class. Come to class prepared with an idea of what you would like to create. You can prepare your pattern out on paper or digitally. If you like to design a pattern digitally, bring a laptop to the first class. 

You will have access to Burkhead Art Center’s stained glass tools and equipment but will need to purchase stained glass and other consumables, some of which are available to purchase onsite.

Class and materials fees cover the use of shared tools such as glass grinders, soldering irons and basic materials. You will need to purchase glass, solder, copper foil, and caming appropriate for your chosen project.

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Intro to stained Glass - Sunday Afternoons with Kristin, 03/09-04/13, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Mar
9

Intro to stained Glass - Sunday Afternoons with Kristin, 03/09-04/13, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Interested in how traditional stained glass windows were made? Learn to create your own unique stained glass window with Kristin J. Harsma, a local stained glass artist, using the copper foil method. You will learn the complete process of making a small stained glass window starting with choosing a pattern, cutting the glass, foiling and finally soldering to complete the work. Other interesting and important highlights will include tips and safety precautions. You will pick 1 of 5 provided patterns, all designed by Kristin, or bring your own (no bigger than 10x10 inches for beginners) Class price covers all supplies and shared tools such as glass grinders and soldering irons. You are welcome to choose from our scrap glass or purchase your own. Class is 6 sessions.

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Intro to stained Glass - Thursday Evenings with Kristin, 03/06-04/10, 5:30pm-8:30pm
Mar
6

Intro to stained Glass - Thursday Evenings with Kristin, 03/06-04/10, 5:30pm-8:30pm

Interested in how traditional stained glass windows were made? Learn to create your own unique stained glass window with Kristin J. Harsma, a local stained glass artist, using the copper foil method. You will learn the complete process of making a small stained glass window starting with choosing a pattern, cutting the glass, foiling and finally soldering to complete the work. Other interesting and important highlights will include tips and safety precautions. You will pick 1 of 5 provided patterns, all designed by Kristin, or bring your own (no bigger than 10x10 inches for beginners) Class price covers all supplies and shared tools such as glass grinders and soldering irons. You are welcome to choose from our scrap glass or purchase your own. Class is 6 sessions.

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Intro to Stained Glass - Saturday Afternoons (Multi-Session Series w/ Kristin)
Jan
11

Intro to Stained Glass - Saturday Afternoons (Multi-Session Series w/ Kristin)

Interested in how traditional stained glass windows were made? Learn to create your own unique stained glass window with Kristin J. Harsma, a local stained glass artist, using the copper foil method. You will learn the complete process of making a small stained glass window starting with choosing a pattern, cutting the glass, foiling and finally soldering to complete the work. Other interesting and important highlights will include tips and safety precautions. You will pick 1 of 5 provided patterns, all designed by Kristin, or bring your own (no bigger than 10x10 inches for beginners) Class price covers all supplies and shared tools such as glass grinders and soldering irons. You are welcome to choose from our scrap glass or purchase your own. Class is 6 sessions.

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Intro to Stained Glass -Thursday Evenings (Multi-Session Series w/ Kristin)
Jan
9

Intro to Stained Glass -Thursday Evenings (Multi-Session Series w/ Kristin)

Interested in how traditional stained glass windows were made? Learn to create your own unique stained glass window with Kristin J. Harsma, a local stained glass artist, using the copper foil method. You will learn the complete process of making a small stained glass window starting with choosing a pattern, cutting the glass, foiling and finally soldering to complete the work. Other interesting and important highlights will include tips and safety precautions. You will pick 1 of 5 provided patterns, all designed by Kristin, or bring your own (no bigger than 10x10 inches for beginners) Class price covers all supplies and shared tools such as glass grinders and soldering irons. You are welcome to choose from our scrap glass or purchase your own. Class is 6 sessions.

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