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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Metalsmithing Basics: Soldering, Forming, & Roll Printing
2024-11-09
10:00 am - 12:30 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! Local jeweler and glass artisan, Jessica Keemer, will show students ways to transform sterling silver sheet metal and wire through roll printing, forming, and soldering to create a pendant Continue reading
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Fused Glass Holiday Plate
2024-11-09
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Kathleen Forney Skill Level: Beginner In this afternoon class, fused glass artist, Kathleen Forney, will review the fundamentals of working in fused glass while creating a beautiful festive holiday plate! Students will learn techniques for cutting glass & incorporating glass into a pattern of their design on a clear glass palette. The piece will Continue reading
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Gold & Silver Stacking Rings
2024-11-09
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Beginner Make three stacking rings in this fun workshop! Students will learn how to size, form, solder, and finish two 14 k gold-filled bands and one sterling silver band. Techniques in texturizing metal and polishing will be covered in class. Students will leave with three beautiful rings that they can wear Continue reading
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Wheel Thrown Pottery
2024-11-09
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Instructor: Carlo Jury Skill Level: Beginner Have you ever wanted to learn how to throw clay? In this two-hour class, students will learn the skills necessary to throw bowls, cups, and cylinders. Each student will have the chance to make several pieces and choose from 2 house glazes to fire their work in. The first piece Continue reading
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Ceramic Holiday Ornaments
2024-11-10
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Instructor: Donna Lashof Skill Level: Beginner In this creative workshop, students will learn to roll clay slabs, cut out shapes, and put them together in interesting ways to make holiday ornaments. The focus will be on angels and stars, but other shapes will also be available. Students will be able to create 2-3 unglazed ornaments. Continue reading
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Beginning Flameworked Glass Beads
2024-11-10
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Beginner Unlock the captivating world of flameworked glass bead making in this hands-on and engaging class designed for adults exploring this mesmerizing art form for the first time. Led by experienced instructor, Jessica Keemer, this course provides a unique opportunity to delve into the ancient craft of shaping glass with Continue reading
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Beginning Flameworked Glass Beads
2024-11-10
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Beginner Unlock the captivating world of flameworked glass bead making in this hands-on and engaging class designed for adults exploring this mesmerizing art form for the first time. Led by experienced instructor, Jessica Keemer, this course provides a unique opportunity to delve into the ancient craft of shaping glass with Continue reading
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Turn a Pen
2024-11-13
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Bob Antonishak Skill Level: Beginner Learn to turn a pen using a lathe in this two-hour workshop! Students will choose an interesting wooden blank and a pen kit to complete a unique and functional pen. Students will learn to safely use a lathe and roughing gouge to shape the wood blank for the pen Continue reading
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Introduction to Glassblowing
2024-11-14
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Instructor: Michael Peluso Skill Level: Beginner Join us for an evening introduction to glassblowing and explore the world of glass! Come knowing nothing, leave with lots of knowledge and your own creations. Shot glass, a bud vase, or a holiday ornament are some examples of what can be made in this fun class! No prior Continue reading
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Pear Gourds
2024-11-16
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Instructor: Jeffrey McCombie Skill Level: Beginner Description: In this class, students will be introduced to the unique craft of gourding through the creation of a simple, but beautiful pear. To create your unique pear we will focus on elements of design and color. After selecting your gourd, you will learn proper cleaning, sanding, and leveling techniques Continue reading
