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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Glass Icicles
2023-11-19
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill level: Beginner Learn how to make lovely glass icicle ornaments in this fun class! Students will learn the basics of working with Borosilicate and Frit glass while creating their own unique icicles. All materials are included in the tuition. No experience is necessary. Appropriate for students aged 13 and up. About Continue reading
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Modular Origami Christmas Ornaments
2023-11-26
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Amanda Church of Whimsical Folds Skill Level: Beginner Learn the art of Modular Origami in this new class! Students will make their own unique Christmas ornaments out of an array of colorful paper. All materials will be provided. Cancellation/Refund Policy: To purchase a ticket at the member discounted rate, please login here.Continue reading
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Amanda Church
I have loved crafts since I was young and always enjoyed paper crafts since it is a material easy to obtain and inexpensive. Having spent many years as a Bookkeeper, crafting has always been a good way to relax and unwind. Modular Origami is my main passion as the designs that can be produced are limitless. It is a way to spread joy with paper without words.
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Silver Spiral Rings
2023-11-26
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Kelly Rapp Skill Level: All skill levels In this workshop, students will learn how to fabricate, solder, and stone set a spiral wrap ring in sterling silver. A variety of cast silver appliques will be available for students to choose from including sea turtles, shells, moons, stars, horseshoes, and leaves along with an array Continue reading
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Introduction to Glassblowing: Holiday Ornaments
2023-11-28
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 while learning how to make your own holiday ornaments! Come knowing nothing, leave with lots of knowledge and your own creations. No prior experience is required. All materials are included in the tuition. *** Please Continue reading
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Gold & Silver Stacking Rings
2023-11-30
6:30 pm - 9:00 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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Make a Custom Hoodie or Sweatshirt
2023-12-02
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Instructor: William Jefferies Skill Level: Beginner/Intermediate; must have some level of experience using a sewing machine. In this class, students will learn to sew a hooded sweatshirt/sweatshirt. Each student may bring their own fabrics or other material(s)and notions for this class or materials can be provided. Materials needed for class: 3 yds of sweatshirt fleece/French Continue reading
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William Jefferies
Hello there! My name is William and my obsession with the fashion industry started in 10th grade when I first learned screen printing and I began making t-shirts for family and friends. After high school, I embarked on a mission to gain further knowledge about the fashion industry attending Bradley Academy for the Visual Arts(AiYork) and the Art Institute of Philadelphia, graduating in 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in Fashion Design.
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Soft Glass Bead Making
2023-12-02
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Instructor: Ilene Schenkel Skill Level: Beginner Learn the basics of flameworking using soft or Effetre glass. Make a variety of glass beads with basic donut or barrel shapes while learning how to manage heat control. Add simple decorations such as dots, broken tidbits of glass called frit, or a combination of colors to get beautiful Continue reading
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Ilene Schenkel
Ilene is a member of the PA Guild of Craftsmen. She is on the Boards of the PA Guild of Craftsmen (PGC) as well as the Lancaster Designer Craftsmen Chapter of the PGC. She has a successful Etsy shop and has participated in some local art fairs. Her glass works are displayed at the Guild store, other shops in Lancaster, and in other locations in Pennsylvania. Ilene has been flameworking for over 15 years and recently completed classes at the Studio at Corning and at the Tuscarora Lapidary Society. Etsy site – beadsbyileneshop – https://etsy.me/30m2RtN
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Modular Origami Snowflakes
2023-12-02
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Amanda Church of Whimsical Folds Skill Level: Beginner Spend an afternoon learning the art of Modular Origami in this fun class! During the workshop, you will learn how to fold and connect the individual modules to form a snowflake. Kits will be provided with enough pieces to complete a one-of-a-kind snowflake! All materials are included Continue reading
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Amanda Church
I have loved crafts since I was young and always enjoyed paper crafts since it is a material easy to obtain and inexpensive. Having spent many years as a Bookkeeper, crafting has always been a good way to relax and unwind. Modular Origami is my main passion as the designs that can be produced are limitless. It is a way to spread joy with paper without words.
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Glass Icicles
2023-12-02
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill level: Beginner Learn how to make your own glass icicle ornaments in this class! Students will learn the basics of working with Borosilicate and Frit glass while creating their own unique icicles. All materials are included in the tuition. No experience is necessary. Appropriate for students aged 13 and up. About Continue reading
Workshop Teachers
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Glass Icicles
2023-12-03
10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill level: Beginner Learn how to make your own glass icicle ornaments in this class! Students will learn the basics of working with Borosilicate and Frit glass while creating their own unique icicles. All materials are included in the tuition. No experience is necessary. Appropriate for students aged 13 and up. About Continue reading