The Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen offers an array of classes for adults in blacksmithing, glass, jewelry, fiber, wood, and pottery. Our workshops are accessible for everyone, with most being suitable for beginners. We strive to continually connect our Guild members and local artists to the local community through education. Join us for an afternoon or evening and learn a new skill!
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Our Project
The Guild has installed plumbing to operate our Flame Shop safely for glass workshops. This will create more educational prospects for students and income opportunities for our instructors.
The majority of our students live in Lancaster County as well as our instructors. Our glass instructors bring their scientific knowledge of the discipline making it a true STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Art Math) project.
This studio makes possible varied educational classes including marbles, beads, ornaments, jewelry, and more, and expands our workshop offerings for learners aged 12 and up.
The flame shop installation was made possible through funding from The Steinman Foundation.
We are grateful to our sponsors: Tempchek Mechanical Services, UGI, and PNC Bank.
Upcoming Events
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Flameworked Glass Garden Stakes
2023-07-16
10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Beginner Make a set of flameworked glass garden stakes in this new class! Students will learn the basics of flameworking while creating beautiful and unique garden stakes to display year-round! No experience is necessary. All materials are included in the tuition. Cancellation/Refund Policy: To purchase a ticket at Continue reading
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Glass Flower Pendants
2023-07-16
2:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Beginner Make a beautiful glass flower pendant in this fun workshop! Students will use borosilicate color rods to make their flower pendants. Students will make approximately 2-3 pieces. Cancellation/Refund Policy: To purchase a ticket at the member discounted rate, please login here.Continue reading
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Landscape Pendants
2023-07-17
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Beginner Make a layered landscape pendant in this new class! Learn how to design, pierce, solder, and finish a one of kind pendant in sterling silver. Techniques in texturizing and roll printing metal will be covered in class. Students will leave the class with a ready-to-wear pendant. No experience is necessary. All Continue reading
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Glass Blown Hanging Plant Holder
2023-07-20
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Instructor: Phil Hackman Skill Level: Beginner This workshop will involve students bringing life to their curiosity of flameworked glass art and being guided through actively creating their own one-of-a-kind holders for air plants of their choice. The process will depict decoration methods using clear and colored glass, melting and forming the vessel with a torch Continue reading
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Glass Suncatchers
2023-07-22
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Phil Hackman Skill Level: Beginner Learn how to create your own glass suncatchers through flameworking in this new class! Students in this workshop will be guided through the process of forming multiple glass suncatchers utilizing an interesting color palette and design options. The movement and nature of melting and shaping solid glass into a Continue reading
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Roll Printed Cuff Bracelets
2023-07-24
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Beginner In this workshop, students will learn fundamental metalsmithing techniques to help begin their journey of metalsmithing and creating bench-fabricated jewelry! Learn ways to transform sterling silver through roll printing, forming sheet metal and wire, stamping, and soldering in this new class. All materials are included in the tuition. Cancellation/Refund Continue reading
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Beginning Stained Glass - Day 1
2023-07-29
9:00 am - 4:30 pm -
Beginning Stained Glass - Day 2
2023-07-30
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Dan Hayward Skill Level: Beginner Learn the art of making stained glass! PA Guild of Craftsman Master Artisan Dan Hayward will introduce participants to the tools and techniques to create works in stained glass using the copper foil method. The class begins with a safety overview and an introduction to the tools used. Everyone will practice cutting and breaking Continue reading
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Gallery Wire Rings
2023-07-31
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Beginner Learn how to size, form, solder, and stone set a unique ring with intricate gallery wire in this new class! Techniques on finishing and polishing your rings will be covered in class. Students will leave with a ready-to-wear ring! No experience is necessary. All materials are included in the tuition. Continue reading
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Leaded Glass - Day 1
2023-08-05
9:00 am - 4:30 pm -
Leaded Glass - Day 2
2023-08-06
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Dan Hayward Skill Level: Intermediate – Prior stained glass experience required. Description: PA Guild of Craftsman Master Artisan Dan Hayward will introduce participants to the techniques to create works in stained glass using the traditional lead-came method of assembly. This is the method of construction typically used in large installations like churches. There are Continue reading
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Beginning Stained Glass - Day 1
2023-08-17
9:00 am - 4:30 pm -
Beginning Stained Glass - Day 2
2023-08-18
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Dan Hayward Skill Level: Beginner Learn the art of making stained glass! PA Guild of Craftsman Master Artisan Dan Hayward will introduce participants to the tools and techniques to create works in stained glass using the copper foil method. The class begins with a safety overview and an introduction to the tools used. Everyone will practice cutting and breaking Continue reading