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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Modular Origami Christmas Ornaments
2023-12-03
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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Glass Swizzle Sticks
2023-12-03
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: All Skill Levels Learn the basics of Flameworking while making a set of fun swizzle sticks for your at-home cocktails! Each student will have the chance to make at least one set of 5 swizzle sticks, more if you’re a natural! Your swizzle sticks will need to be left to Continue reading
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Glass Icicles
2023-12-05
6:30 pm - 9:00 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
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Date Night: Glassblowing
2023-12-06
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Instructor: Michael Peluso Skill Level: Beginner Join us for this fun date night class! Come knowing nothing, and leave with lots of knowledge and your own creations. Shot glass and a bud vase are some examples of what can be made in this workshop. No prior experience is required. All materials are included in the Continue reading
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Stained Glass Snowflakes
2023-12-07
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Instructor: Dan Hayward Skill Level: Beginner During this one-day workshop, stained glass Master Artisan Dan Hayward will share his techniques for creating “snowflakes” from stained glass. Dan will help you through each of the steps from selecting materials, shaping with a grinder, applying copper foil, positioning the pieces, soldering, and finishing. Participants will be able Continue reading
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Metalsmithing Basics: Soldering, Texturizing, and Stone Setting
2023-12-07 - 2023-12-09
6:30 pm - 9:00 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 sheet metal through soldering with an Acetylene torch, texturizing with metal stamps and planishing hammers, and stone setting in this fun class. All materials are Continue reading
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Stained Glass Snowflakes
2023-12-09
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Instructor: Dan Hayward Skill Level: Beginner During this one-day workshop, stained glass Master Artisan Dan Hayward will share his techniques for creating “snowflakes” from stained glass. Dan will help you through each of the steps from selecting materials, shaping with a grinder, applying copper foil, positioning the pieces, soldering, and finishing. Participants will be able Continue reading
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Wet Felted Small Handled Handbag
2023-12-09
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Instructor: Paula Lewis Skill Level: Beginner In this half-day class, you’ll learn the basics of creating a piece of solid fabric from strands of sheep’s wool, some sudsy water, and some elbow grease. * Instructor will NOT rush you! We will create a small pouch, approximately 6” x 9″ with an integrated handle. Please bring 2 Continue reading
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Paula Lewis
Paula Lewis has been experimenting with fiber art for some ten years. She is a Master Artisan of the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen and has served them in various volunteer roles for almost 20 years, most recently “retiring” from the position as vice president of standards. Paula is always happy to share the joys of studio play (and gardening and cooking). The process is equally important as the finished work – both should make us happy.
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Silver Spiral Rings
2023-12-09
10:00 am - 1:00 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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Stained Glass Snowflakes
2023-12-10
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Instructor: Dan Hayward Skill Level: Beginner During this one-day workshop, stained glass Master Artisan Dan Hayward will share his techniques for creating “snowflakes” from stained glass. Dan will help you through each of the steps from selecting materials, shaping with a grinder, applying copper foil, positioning the pieces, soldering, and finishing. Participants will be able Continue reading