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!
Search by Medium
Basketry
Clay
Fiber
Fine Art
Glass
Jewelry
Leather
Metal
Mixed Media
Wood
Fine Craft As A Business
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
-
Ceramic Box Construction & Mishima Surface Decoration - Day 1
2023-05-06
10:00 am - 5:00 pm -
Ceramic Box Construction & Mishima Surface Decoration - Day 2
2023-05-07
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Karen O’Lone-Hahn Skill Level: Intermediate Construct a lidded clay box using hand-building. Students will create designs that tell a story to be transferred or drawn on all four sides and learn the Mishima technique and watercolor for surface decoration. There will be a 45-minute break for lunch. The instructor will provide 2lbs. of white stoneware Continue reading
-
Glass Wave Meditation Stone
2023-05-06
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Phil Hackman Skill Level: Beginner Learn and actively participate in the experience of creating your own unique wave mediation stones through flameworking! Students in this workshop will be guided through the process of forming multiple glass wave meditation stones utilizing an interesting color palette and design options. The movement and nature of melting and Continue reading
Workshop Teachers
-
Market Baskets at the Regina Marie Design Fine Art & Craft Gallery
2023-05-07
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Instructor: Bob Antonishak Skill Level: Some basket weaving experience is preferred but not required This workshop will include the use of all necessary tools, mold, cane, and reed to complete a market basket ready for finishing. It is not necessary to have basket-making experience but would be helpful. If you have any questions please contact Continue reading
Workshop Teachers
-
Silver Stacking Rings
2023-05-07
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Kelly Rapp Skill Level: All skill levels In this workshop, students will learn how to size, fabricate, solder, and finish a complete set of sterling silver stacking rings! Students will also have the option to bezel set a gemstone for one of their stacking rings and patterned or plain wire will be provided for your Continue reading
Workshop Teachers
-
Introduction to Studio Lighting: Product Photography
2023-05-10
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Instructor: John Ruggles Skill Level: Beginner Learn the basics of product photography in a studio. Topics will include types of lighting, environment/space construction, diffusion, reflection, and various equipment options. Focus will be on creating vibrant pictures of your work at home on a budget. Attendees are welcome to bring a dimensional object under 12” in Continue reading
Workshop Teachers
-
John Ruggles
No Biography Provided
-
Intro to Blacksmithing
2023-05-12
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Instructor: Nicholas Tucci Skill Level: Beginner Spend a morning learning the art of Blacksmithing! Students will learn the basics of forging steel to form hooks and a fireplace poker. The class will take place outside, rain or shine. We will set up a tent if there is rain. Please wear closed-toe shoes and no loose clothing. Continue reading
Workshop Teachers
-
Intro to Blacksmithing
2023-05-12
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Nicholas Tucci Skill Level: Beginner Spend an afternoon learning the art of Blacksmithing! Students will learn the basics of forging steel to form hooks and a fireplace poker. The class will take place outside, rain or shine. We will set up a tent if there is rain. Please wear closed-toe shoes and no loose clothing. Continue reading
Workshop Teachers
-
Watercolor Postcards
2023-05-12
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Laura Scott Steiger & John Ruggles Skill Level: Beginner Learn how to paint different scenes to create your own postcards. Each person will receive three postcard watercolor papers, choose from the several reference options and learn how to create them, step by step. All supplies are included in the tuition. Cancellation/Refund Policy: Continue reading
Workshop Teachers
-
Laura Scott Steiger
No Biography Provided -
John Ruggles
No Biography Provided
-
Intro to Blacksmithing
2023-05-13
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Instructor: Nicholas Tucci Skill Level: Beginner Spend a morning learning the art of Blacksmithing! Students will learn the basics of forging steel to form hooks and a fireplace poker or a plant hook. The class will take place outside, rain or shine. We will set up a tent if there is rain. Please wear closed-toe shoes Continue reading
Workshop Teachers
-
Beginning Stained Glass - Day 1
2023-05-13
9:00 am - 4:30 pm -
Beginning Stained Glass - Day 2
2023-05-14
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
