Create with Fire: Intro to Boro Glass Pendant Weekend with Alex Utts

Curious about working with glass at the torch? In this beginner-friendly two-day workshop, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of borosilicate flameworking. Participants will learn how to safely use a torch, control heat, and shape molten glass while becoming familiar with the unique properties of borosilicate.

The class focuses on building core skills such as heating, gathering, rotating, and shaping glass. Students will also explore simple decorative techniques like applying color to add texture and visual interest. By the end of the workshop, participants will create small finished pendant pieces while gaining a strong foundation for future flameworking projects.

What to expect: Flameworking with borosilicate glass requires practice and patience to develop control in the flame. After demonstrations, students will spend time at the torch building skills through hands-on making and experimentation in a focused studio environment. Clean-up time is included in the duration of class, and usually the last 20 minutes of class are dedicated to cleaning your workstation. Read more about how to prepare for class on our Registration Info page. 

While flameworking, participants primarily engage in seated activities such as working with glass rods and torches. The environment can be bright and loud at times. Handling glass and tools may require a certain level of dexterity. To learn more about accessibility the Accessibility page on our website.

Eligibility: No experience necessary. Open to ages 14 and up. 

Pick-up: The glass needs to cool down overnight, so the students will have to return to UrbanGlass once notified to pick up their work. 

We recommend registering for classes early to reserve your spot! We base materials, and teacher needs off of student enrollment. Early registration not only guarantees your spot in class, but also helps to ensure the class will run. Classes with low enrollment may be cancelled within two weeks of the start date of class. Contact our Registrar of Education, Ari Eshoo, at [email protected] if you have questions about the class or would like to arrange a payment plan.