Orono Community Education

Create a beautiful stained glass window approximately 8” x 10” in size. This class is for both beginner and experienced stained glass participants! The copper foil technique will be taught from cutting to assembly. The first night, you'll choose a pattern and discuss colors of glass, equipment, and layout. The other sessions will focus on assembling your stained glass window. Glass and materials are purchased directly from the instructor at class - approximately $65. Tool kits are provided. Please bring safety glasses to use while cutting and grinding glass. This class includes one free Saturday morning Open Studio visit. Call to register participants ages 14-17 (must attend with an enrolled adult).

Learn how to fuse and cut glass to create a one-of-a-kind, food-safe cutting board. Perfect for slicing fruit, cheese, or other small items. Each board will measure 8" x 8". A $25 material fee, which covers glass and firing, is payable the night of class to the instructors. Please note: Due to the glass fusing process, your cutting board will be ready for pickup on Wednesday, September 24 between 7 and 9 PM.

Embellish your tree, gifts, or home with holiday-themed fused glass! Choose from a variety of simple ornament styles (snowmen, trees, snowflakes) to create holiday decor. A $20 material fee, which covers glass and firing for four ornaments, is payable the night of class to the instructors. Each additional ornament will be $5. Please note: Due to the kiln-firing process, your finished ornaments will be ready for pickup the following Wednesday.

Fused Glass Open Studio provides time and space to create fused glass projects for beginner and advanced participants. A facilitator will be on hand for advice and support. A $25 material fee will be collected at the studio for each new punch card. Participants are asked to bring their own glass (COE90-preferred), cutting tools and molds (sharing of materials is also an option). It is recommended that participants have taken at least one fused glass class before joining Open Studio. Punch cards have 8 punches and are valid for 12 months.

Create a whimsical trio of fused glass trees using colorful glass accessories like stringers, noodles, frit balls, and scrap glass. After your designs are fused in the kiln, each tree will be mounted into a natural wood base made from a cross-section of a tree branch (provided). A $15 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the start of class. Please note: Due to the kiln-firing process, your finished trees will be ready for pickup the following Wednesday, October 15, 7-9pm.

Mosaic art involves assembling small pieces of colorful fragments of glass into cohesive patterns or images. This class will provide a hands-on experience where you'll learn the fundamentals of this art form. You'll learn techniques for cutting, arranging, and adhering pieces to a small picture frame, approximately 8” x 10”. We’ll choose “cathedral” glass that will make the light come through when hung in your window at home. All tools and materials are available at our glass studio. A $20 material fee is payable to the instructor at the start of class. Children age 14 and older are welcome to register if attending with a registered adult.

Shape copper wire into a heart and use small pieces of stained glass, nuggets, beads, and more to create a unique abstract design. This class is perfect for all experience levels! A $20 material fee is payable to the instructor at the start of class. Call to register participants ages 14-17 (must attend with an enrolled adult).

Stained Glass Open Studio provides time and space to work on your projects whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced worker. A facilitator is available for advice and support. Purchase an 8-session punch card and receive an area to store supplies, tools and your projects. Punch cards are valid for 12 months. Students can group order glass and supplies to save time and money. Park in the back, north side of the building and enter through Door 5.

Create your own 8” round stained glass stepping stone. Learn easy glass cutting techniques and freestyle assembly. Great class for beginners! Instructions will be given for larger stones. A $20 supply fee is payable to the instructor at class. Children age 14 and older are welcome to register if attending with a registered adult.

Create candles using vintage containers! Learn the basics of candle making using natural soy wax for a clean burn, cotton wicks for a steady flame, and chemical-free fragrance oils for custom scents. Bring special vessels from home (examples: tea cups, bowls, pottery, vases) or select from Becca’s curated thrifted collection. Becca will even show you how to add a fun, decorative top to your candles. You’ll take home two handcrafted candles, perfect for adding cozy fall ambiance!