Classes for New and Experienced Glass Artists
Our next instructional classes session starts on April 1 and goes through June 6. 2025.

Each session enrolls ten (10) people, including the instructor. We have 3 instructional classes, every session. The Tuesday day class is for Beginners. The Wednesday day & Thursday evening classes are open to Beginner, Advanced Beginner, and Intermediate levels. See times below.

Between each session of classes, we schedule a Studio Maintenance activity, that we ask you to participate in. You will be notified of the date soon after class begins or check this link for details on class clean-up. It's fun, and the more hands that faster the clean-up goes! 

Glass, molds, cutters, tools, etc., can be purchased through our online store.

PLEASE NOTE: Our venue also hosts a daycare program, therefore, we try to enter the facility as a group and exit as a group. 

For more information please email: fusedglass808@gmail.com.

Upcoming Classes

    • 04/01/2025
    • 06/03/2025
    • 10 sessions
    • Temple Emanu-El, 2500 Pali Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96817
    • 9
    Register

    Registration Closes on March 30, 2025.

    Tuesday Morning, Beginners Class with Kathy Farley - Fall Session

    Example of a beginner project, which is strips of colored glass layered and fused togetherDo you love glass? Have you always wanted to try making your own fused glass work but didn't know where to start? Join Kathy Farley and other guest instructors for the Tuesday morning Beginners Class and launch into glass fusion magic! While Kathy is the main instructor, we have invited other guest instructors to teach during this session. You will get to experience glass excellence from instructors like Bud Spindt and Jackie Mild-Lau! Repeat students are encouraged - there is always something new to learn!

    Registration includes a small sampling of COE 96 glass colors and one sheet of clear glass to practice with, and a 12" x 12" sheet of shelf paper. Please bring all supplies to the first day of class.

    Example of an abstract project, which layers different glass shapes together that are then fused togetherWhat to Bring:

    • Glass cutter*
    • Running pliers*
    • Cutter oil
    • Safety goggles
    • Elmers glue, clear
    • Cutting mat
    • Crate or box to carry supplies
    • Container with a lid for small glass pieces

    *These items may be purchased on our online store. Please order the week before class begins, as orders are filled on Tuesday evenings. Your purchases will be ready for you to pick up at the beginning of the first class. 

    What to Wear:

    • Closed toe shoes
    • Long pants

    Instructor Schedule:

    • Jackie Mild-Lau - Sept. 24 & Oct. 8

    • Bud Spindt - Oct. 1

    • Kathy Farley - Oct. 15 onward

    Location:

    Temple Emanu-El, 2500 Pali Hwy., Honolulu, HI 96817
    (Turn Left onto Jack Lane from Pali Hwy., and make your first left into the parking lot).

    Class Clean-up Session:
    We ask that all students participate in the Studio Maintenance and Class Clean-up that is held between semesters. The date will be announced soon after class begins, or you can check our Class Cleanup page for more information. A reminder will be emailed to you before the end of the session.

    Note: Please do not bring outside scrap glass to class, we only use COE 96 glass and cannot guarantee the glass you purchased elsewhere is the right coefficient for our firing schedule. COE 90 or non-fusing glass will contaminate our work space and cause problems if it gets into our scrap glass that is for sale.

    GFC TERMS OF USE & CANCELLATION POLICY (PDF)

    GFC General Liability_COVID waiver_1-24-22.pdf

    • 04/02/2025
    • 06/04/2025
    • 10 sessions
    • Temple Emanu-El, 2500 Pali Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96817
    • 9
    Register

    Registration Closes on March 30, 2025.

    Wednesday Morning Session, All Levels Class with Master Artist Bud Spindt

    Beginner to Intermediate projects with Bud Spindt. From platters to kiln formed molds.Do you love glass? Have you always wanted to try making your own fused glass work but didn't know where to start? Or are you experienced, but not ready to jump into independent studio? Join Master Artist Bud Spindt for the Wednesday morning All Levels Class! Bud instructs beginner and intermediate students on glass fusing techniques while introducing tools used to accomplish your work. Bud structures his class where you bring a project idea, or have something in mind, and he helps you learn from start to finish how to fuse glass. Advanced students benefit from Bud's knowledge and experience, and it's just plain fun to be with other artists! 

    Registration includes a small sampling of COE 96 glass colors and one sheet of clear glass to practice with, and a 12" x 12" sheet of shelf paper. Please bring all supplies to the first day of class.

    Example of a beginner project, which is strips of colored glass layered and fused together

    What to Bring:

    • Glass cutter*
    • Running pliers*
    • Cutter oil
    • Safety goggles
    • Elmers glue, clear
    • Cutting mat
    • Crate or box to carry supplies
    • Container with a lid for small glass pieces

    *These items may be purchased on our online store. Please order the week before class begins, as orders are filled on Tuesday evenings. Your purchases will be ready for you to pick up at the beginning of the first class. 

    What to Wear:

    • Closed toe shoes
    • Long pants

    Location:

    Temple Emanu-El, 2500 Pali Hwy., Honolulu, HI 96817
    (Turn Left onto Jack Lane from Pali Hwy., and make your first left into the parking lot).

    Class Clean-up Session:
    We ask that all students participate in the Studio Maintenance and Class Clean-up that is held between semesters. The date will be announced soon after class begins, or you can check our Class Cleanup page for more information. A reminder will be emailed to you before the end of the session.

    Note: Please do not bring outside scrap glass to class, we only use COE 96 glass and cannot guarantee the glass you purchased elsewhere is the right coefficient for our firing schedule. COE 90 or non-fusing glass will contaminate our work space and cause problems if it gets into our scrap glass that is for sale.

    GFC TERMS OF USE & CANCELLATION POLICY (PDF)

    GFC General Liability_COVID waiver_1-24-22.pdf

    • 04/02/2025
    • 04/30/2025
    • 5 sessions
    • Temple Emanu-El, 2500 Pali Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96817
    • 8
    Register

    Registration Closes on March 30, 2025.

    Wednesday Evening: Intermediate Stained Glass

    Ode to Frank - Intermediate Stained Glass Project


    Did you get the glass bug during Stained Glass for Beginner's? Here's where you get to continue building on the skills you learned with a pattern of your choosing! Pattern selection needs to be discussed with the instructor. You will need to enlarge and print 2 copies of the pattern. It is recommended to keep the piece count between 15-30 pieces and can be any size up to 22" x 22". 

    This course has a pre-requisite of Stained Glass for Beginners. 

    The $35 supply fee is paid to the instructor during the first class and includes all supplies except for the glass for the project. Students will be given an approximate 24" x 24" homasote board to use during the class, if the student wishes to keep the board it is an additional $5. Glass should be purchased through the GFC online store for the first week of class. It is recommended to place your glass order the Sunday before class, so it will be available for the first class.

    Required to bring:

    • $35 Supply fee
    • Safety glasses (if you have a pair that fits you, bring them; otherwise, there will be safety glasses available in class)
    • Order your glass colors


    Intermediate Glass Pattern TraditionalSupply fee includes:

    • Project pattern (printed)
    • Sharpie
    • Glue stick
    • Pattern shears & scissors
    • Pliers: Running*
    • Pliers: Breaking & grozing*
    • Glass score (pistol grip)*
    • Straight edge & square ruler
    • Cutting platform
    • Homasote board 
    • Brackets/layout blocks
    • Push pins
    • Copper foil (adhesive back)
    • Burnisher & ceramic tile
    • U-Channel for framing & Wire hangers
    • 60/40 Solid core solder
    • Soldering iron with Stand
    • Solder iron brush & flux brush
    • Chemicals: Flux, flux neutralizer, patina
    • Finishing wax
    • Scrubbies, sponges, & towels
    • Cleaning supplies


    *These items may be purchased on our online store. Orders are filled on Tuesday evenings only, please have your order submitted by Sunday evening to ensure it goes through. Your purchases will be ready for you to pick up at the beginning of class. 

    What to Wear:

    • Closed toe shoes
    • Long pants

    Location:

    Temple Emanu-El, 2500 Pali Hwy., Honolulu, HI 96817
    (Turn Left onto Jack Lane from Pali Hwy., and make your first left into the parking lot).

    Class Clean-up Session:
    We ask that all students participate in the Studio Maintenance and Class Clean-up that is held between semesters. The date will be announced soon after class begins, or you can check our Class Cleanup page for more information. A reminder will be emailed to you before the end of the session.

    Note: Please do not bring outside scrap glass to class, we only use COE 96 glass and cannot guarantee the glass you purchased elsewhere is the right coefficient for our firing schedule. COE 90 or non-fusing glass will contaminate our work space and cause problems if it gets into our scrap glass that is for sale.

    About the Instructor: 
    Katt Marshall has glass in her veins. Her exposure to glass arts started at a young age, as her mom was an avid stained glass artist in the mid to late 80s. However, Katt didn't catch the glass bug until completing her Interdisciplinary Crafts degree at Towson University in 2005. She strives to incorporate glass works into her life whenever she can. While earning her MA in Arts Administration and an MFA in Communication Design at Kuztown University, she geared many of her projects to include glass art components. She wanted to show how stained glass is a versatile storyboard from the creative to the designer. 

    GFC TERMS OF USE & CANCELLATION POLICY (PDF File)

    GFC General Liability_COVID waiver_1-24-22.pdf



    • 04/04/2025
    • 06/06/2025
    • 10 sessions
    • Temple Emanu-El, 2500 Pali Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96817
    • 6
    Register

    Registration Closes on March 31, 2025.

    Thursday Evening Session, All Levels Class with Master Artist Bud Spindt

    Beginner to Intermediate projects with Bud Spindt. From platters to kiln formed molds.Do you love glass? Have you always wanted to try making your own fused glass work but didn't know where to start? Or are you experienced, but not ready to jump into independent studio? Join Master Artist Bud Spindt for the Thursday Evening All Levels Class! Bud instructs beginner and intermediate students on glass fusing techniques while introducing tools used to accomplish your work. Bud structures his class where you bring a project idea, or have something in mind, and he helps you learn from start to finish how to fuse glass. Advanced students benefit from Bud's knowledge and experience, and it's just plain fun to be with other artists! 

    Registration includes a small sampling of COE 96 glass colors and one sheet of clear glass to practice with, and a 12" x 12" sheet of shelf paper. Please bring all supplies to the first day of class.

    Example of a beginner project, which is strips of colored glass layered and fused together

    What to Bring:

    • Glass cutter*
    • Running pliers*
    • Cutter oil
    • Safety goggles
    • Elmers glue, clear
    • Cutting mat
    • Crate or box to carry supplies
    • Container with a lid for small glass pieces

    *These items may be purchased on our online store. Please order the week before class begins, as orders are filled on Tuesday evenings. Your purchases will be ready for you to pick up at the beginning of the first class. 

    What to Wear:

    • Closed toe shoes
    • Long pants

    Location:

    Temple Emanu-El, 2500 Pali Hwy., Honolulu, HI 96817
    (Turn Left onto Jack Lane from Pali Hwy., and make your first left into the parking lot).

    Class Clean-up Session:
    We ask that all students participate in the Studio Maintenance and Class Clean-up held between semesters. The date will be announced soon after class begins, or you can check our Class Cleanup page for more information. A reminder will be emailed to you before the end of the session.

    Note: Please do not bring outside scrap glass to class, we only use COE 96 glass and cannot guarantee the glass you purchased elsewhere is the right coefficient for our firing schedule. COE 90 or non-fusing glass will contaminate our work space and cause problems if it gets into our scrap glass that is for sale.

    GFC TERMS OF USE & CANCELLATION POLICY (PDF)

    GFC General Liability_COVID waiver_1-24-22.pdf

    • 05/07/2025
    • 06/04/2025
    • 5 sessions
    • Temple Emanu-El, 2500 Pali Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96817
    • 8
    Register

    Registration Closes on May 4, 2025.

    Wednesday Evening: Stained Glass for Beginners

    Student soldering their project in Beginner Stained GlassAre you fascinated by stained glass? Have you ever wanted to try creating your own? In Stained Glass for Beginners, you will learn the basics of this unique glass art in five weeks! From proper tool usage, including how to safely score and break glass, you will complete your own 8" x 10 " stained glass window from a provided pattern. This course is perfect for inexperienced glass artists and glass fusers looking to expand their glass knowledge, and it is a great refresher course if it's been a while.

    The $30 supply fee is paid to the instructor during the first class and includes all supplies except for the glass for the project. Glass should be purchased after choosing your pattern and brought in or purchased through the GFC online store for the second week of class. 

    Required to bring:

    • $30 Supply fee
    • Safety glasses (if you have a pair that fits you, bring them; otherwise, there will be safety glasses available in class)
    • 2-3 colors of glass* (purchased by the 2nd week of class)


    Completed student projectSupply fee includes:

    • Project pattern (printed)
    • Sharpie
    • Glue stick
    • Pattern shears & scissors
    • Pliers: Running, breaking, & grozing
    • Glass score (pistol grip)
    • Straight edge & square ruler
    • Clear scrap glass
    • Cutting platform
    • Homasote board
    • Brackets/layout blocks
    • Push pins
    • Copper foil (adhesive back)
    • Burnisher & ceramic tile
    • U-Channel for framing & Wire hangers
    • 60/40 Solid core solder
    • Soldering iron with Stand
    • Solder iron brush & flux brush
    • Chemicals: Flux, flux neutralizer, patina
    • Finishing wax
    • Scrubbies, sponges, & towels
    • Cleaning supplies


    *These items may be purchased on our online store. Please order by the Sunday before the second class, as orders are filled on Tuesday evenings only. Your purchases will be ready for you to pick up at the beginning of the second class. 

    What to Wear:

    • Closed toe shoes
    • Long pants

    Location:

    Temple Emanu-El, 2500 Pali Hwy., Honolulu, HI 96817
    (Turn Left onto Jack Lane from Pali Hwy., and make your first left into the parking lot).

    Class Clean-up Session:
    We ask that all students participate in the Studio Maintenance and Class Clean-up that is held between semesters. The date will be announced soon after class begins, or you can check our Class Cleanup page for more information. A reminder will be emailed to you before the end of the session.

    Note: Please do not bring outside scrap glass to class, we only use COE 96 glass and cannot guarantee the glass you purchased elsewhere is the right coefficient for our firing schedule. COE 90 or non-fusing glass will contaminate our work space and cause problems if it gets into our scrap glass that is for sale.

    About the Instructor: 
    Katt Marshall has glass in her veins. Her exposure to glass arts started at a young age, as her mom was an avid stained glass artist in the mid to late 80s. However, Katt didn't catch the glass bug until completing her Interdisciplinary Crafts degree at Towson University in 2005. She strives to incorporate glass works into her life whenever she can. While earning her MA in Arts Administration and an MFA in Communication Design at Kuztown University, she geared many of her projects to include glass art components. She wanted to show how stained glass is a versatile storyboard from the creative to the designer. 

    GFC TERMS OF USE & CANCELLATION POLICY (PDF File)

    GFC General Liability_COVID waiver_1-24-22.pdf

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