List of Glass Blowing Classes in Texas
Texas is one the best states in the US to learn about glass art! The state is well known for its eclectic mix of arts and culture and is one of the top 5 states for tourism.
The city of San Antonio stands out as one of the glass centers of Texas. This artsy city is a favorite spot for experiencing new food, culture, and arts events. Several of the businesses listed below are located in this glass-friendly city.
The state of Texas in general is home to a wide range of glass blowing and general glass art classes. Both its major cities and small towns offer public glass programs that are perfect for beginner, intermediate, and advanced glass artists.
The following is a list of the best glass classes, workshops, and demonstrations being offered in the state of Texas this year. Whether you are blowing glass for the first time, or want to expand your skills, you are sure to find the perfect fit in Texas.
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1) Dallas Glass Art
- Type: glass blowing
- Classes: small group, private, demonstrations, weekends, mornings, afternoons, child-friendly, 2 hour sessions, 6 week sessions
- Price: $70-$975
- Website: https://dallasglassart.com/
- Telephone: (214) 741-1442
- Location: 1820 Irving Blvd. Dallas, TX 75207
Dallas Glass Art opened in 2013 and is owned and operated by Carlyn Ray. She creates fine art and chandeliers and also offers classes to the public.
Classes at Dallas Glass Art include private and public small group options. They last between 1 and 2 hours and cover all the basics of glass blowing.
Participants can choose from classic glass blowing projects: paperweights, flowers, globes, ornaments, vases and more.
Dallas Glass Art also offers some unique projects like whiskey glasses, soap dispensers, and hummingbird feeders.
Private classes are organized and priced by project size. This accommodates a range of budgets and allows everyone to enjoy private instruction.
All of Dallas Glass Art’s classes are child-friendly and perfect for beginner and intermediate glass blowers.
2) Dallas Glass Blowing
- Type: glass blowing
- Classes: small group, studio rentals
- Price: $150
- Website: https://www.dallasglassblowing.com/
- Telephone: (972) 839-0848
- Location: Grapevine, TX
Dallas Glass Blowing is based in Grapevine, TX and opened in 2012. The studio offers small group seasonal classes and beginner workshops.
Seasonal classes focus on creating projects like flowers, pumpkins, and ornaments. Classes take about 30 minutes and cover the very basics of how to make shapes with hot glass.
Dallas Glass Blowing also offers a beginner paperweight workshop that teaches students introductory skills. Gathering, centering, blocking, and marvering are all covered in the workshop.
Those with experience can rent the Dallas Glass Blowing Studio. Contact the studio directly for more information about availability and pricing.
3) SiNaCa Studios School of Glass & Gallery
- Type: general glass art, glass blowing, flameworking
- Classes: small group, multiple sessions, 2-4 hours, weekdays, evenings
- Price: $125-$625
- Website: https://www.sinacastudios.org/
- Telephone: (817) 899-0024
- Location: 1013 W. Magnolia Ave. Fort Worth, TX
SiNaCa Studios School of Glass & Gallery is an educational center offering a wide range of glass art classes.
Most classes are project based and teach the specific skills required to make certain finished objects. There are so many classes to choose from! Visit SiNaCa’s website for a full class list.
Other classes allow participants to make 2 finished items: a seasonal object and a paperweight. Participants get to choose their colors and assist in the glassworking process.
For students wanting a more comprehensive learning experience, SiNaCa offers a 4 week beginner-friendly course. This introduction to glass blowing covers studio safety, the tools and equipment used for glass blowing, and the basic techniques required to make small objects like tumblers.
4) Three Dimensional Visions
- Type: general glass art, glass blowing
- Classes: small group, private, studio rentals, demonstrations, 1-3 hours, 6 week sessions, weekdays, weekends, mornings, afternoons, evenings
- Price: $100-$700
- Website: https://www.threedimensionalvisions.com/
- Telephone: (832) 559-3339
- Location: 17442 Farm To Market 2920, Tomball, TX 77377 (36 miles northwest of downtown Houston)
Three Dimensional Visions is a family business that opened in 2012. The studio offers several class options geared towards beginners.
Single day classes are project based. Choose from ornaments, hearts, bowls, vases, and cups. Students make 1-3 projects during class.
Adventurous beginners and those with previous experience can take a 6 week course at Three Dimensional Visions. This introductory course covers the basics of glass blowing at a fair price.
Studio rentals are also available for those with prior experience.
5) Sand n Fire Studio
- Type: general glass art, fused glass, flameworking
- Classes: small group, weekends, mornings
- Price: $80-$100
- Website: https://www.sandnfire.com/index.html
- Telephone: (281) 689-3311
- Location: 24336 FM 1485 Rd. New Caney, Texas 77357 (32 miles northeast of downtown Houston)
Sand n Fire Studio is located just outside Houston and offers beginner through advanced flameworking and fusing classes.
Students learn rotation, heating, adding color, adjusting the flame, and using tools. Project options include glass tubes, marbles, and beads.
6) Ghost Pepper Glass
- Type: general glass art, glass blowing
- Classes: small group, private, 30 minutes, 2 hours, weekdays, weekends, mornings, afternoons, evenings
- Price: $65-$600
- Website: https://ghostpepperglass.com/
- Telephone: (512) 766-5897
- Location: 979 Springdale Rd. #100 Austin, Texas 78702 (3 miles west of downtown Austin)
Ghost Pepper Glass was founded by Shari Funari and offers glass classes to the public.
Taste of Glassblowing classes are perfect for beginners and families. Classes are organized by month, with 2 project options each day. Some examples of classes include suncatchers, paperweights, mushrooms, flowers, and dishes.
Check out Ghost Pepper Glass’s website for upcoming dates and more project options.
Those wanting in-depth study should sign up for a 4 week session at Ghost Pepper Glass. This course option includes demos and practice time. Make your own projects using the techniques covered in class.
Studio rentals are also available for experienced glass artists.
7) Blue Moon Glassworks
- Type: general glass art, flameworking, glass fusing,
- Classes: small group, weekdays, weekends, mornings, afternoons, evenings, multiple week sessions
- Price: $40-$270
- Website: https://www.austinbluemoon.com/
- Telephone: (512) 380-0770
- Location: 108 West 43rd St. Austin, TX 78751 (5 miles north of downtown Austin)
Blue Moon Glassworks is owned and operated by Jim and Rose Berry. It opened in 2001 and has been serving the Austin area ever since.
Classes at Blue Moon include stained glass, fused glass, and flameworking. Learn how to make plates, tiles, beads, and more in one of the classes currently offered.
Open torch sessions are also available for beginner and intermediate flameworking students. These sessions are great opportunities to practice your skills, experiment, and make your own projects.
8) Salado Glassworks
- Type: general glass art, glass blowing
- Classes: small group, weekdays, weekends, afternoons, evenings
- Price: $80
- Website: https://www.saladoglassworks.com/
- Telephone: (254) 947-0339
- Location: 2 Peddler’s Alley Salado, TX 76571
Salado Glassworks is owned and operated by Gail Allard. He and his team of experienced glass blowers make custom pieces and offer occasional classes.
Blow Your Own classes at Salado have seasonal and holiday themes. Their upcoming class is St. Patrick’s Day themed. Learn to make a mug or tumbler in this small group class.
Check Salado Glassworks’s website throughout the year for other seasonal classes and event updates.
9) Tembo Glassworks
- Type: general glass art, glass blowing
- Classes: small group, private, studio rentals, 2 hour sessions
- Price: $330
- Website: https://www.saladoglassworks.com/
- Telephone: (210) 218-5827
- Location: 1430 N. Flores St. Bldg 2 San Antonio, Texas 78212
Tembo Glassworks is owned and operated by Dawn del Alamo. She and her team offer studio rentals and private small group classes for beginner, intermediate, and advanced students.
Classes are hands-on and immersive. Observe and learn each step of the glass blowing process, ask questions, and have fun!
Studio rentals are also available for experienced glass blowers. Contact Tembo Glassworks for more information on availability and pricing.
10) Caliente Hot Glass Studio & Gallery
- Type: general glass art, glass blowing
- Classes: small group, private
- Price: $85
- Website: https://calientehotglass.com/
- Telephone: (210) 504-9244
- Location: 1411 N Hackberry, San Antonio, TX 78208
Caliente Hot Glass Studio and Gallery is located in artsy San Antonio. The studio makes custom art pieces and offers classes to the public.
Choose from a project themed class or immersive experience. The current project offered is a pocket heart. Participants meet the artists, choose their colors, heat the glass, add color, and learn about the various tools used in glass blowing.
Instructors assist students by gathering and forming the pieces.
Immersive experiences allow participants to learn the science and process of glass blowing while making a full size piece. Choose from a bowl or platter.
11) Garcia Art Glass
- Type: general glass art, glass blowing
- Classes: demonstrations, weekends, mornings, afternoons
- Price: Call for more information
- Website: https://www.garciaartglass.com/
- Telephone: (210) 354-4681
- Location: 715 S Alamo St. San Antonio, TX 78205
Garcia Art Glass is a family business that opened in 1998. It was San Antonio’s first hot glass studio, and remains popular for its glass blowing demonstrations.
Demonstrations take place on the weekends in the mornings and afternoons. Learn about glass blowing by watching the process step by step!
12) Vetro Glassblowing Studio & Gallery
- Type: general glass art, glass blowing
- Classes: small group, weekdays, evenings, 1.5-2.5 hours,
- Price: $175
- Website: https://vetroartglass.com/
- Telephone: (817) 251-1668
- Location: 701 South Main St. #103 Grapevine, TX 76051
Vetro Glassblowing Studio & Gallery offer classes for beginner, intermediate, and advanced students. Classes are organized by skill level with prerequisites.
Students begin by taking the Paperweight I and II classes. These cover safety, how to use tools, gathering, centering, blocking, marvering, jacking, flashing, breaking off, and color application. Each class includes a demonstration of techniques.
Once students complete Paperweight I and II, they can take a more advanced glass blowing class. Participants learn to make a starter bubble. If they are ready, they can make this bubble into a shot glass or toothpick holder.
This class also includes demonstrations of each technique learned, plus a workshop on using a punty.
Vetro Glassblowing Studio is a great place for serious students to learn the glass blowing process at their own pace.
13) Wimberley Glassworks
- Type: general glass art, glass blowing
- Classes: demonstrations, weekdays, weekends, mornings, afternoons, evenings
- Price: Free
- Website: https://wgw.com/
- Telephone: (512) 393-3316
- Location: 6469 Ranch Rd. 12 San Marcos, TX 78666 (42 miles southwest of downtown Austin)
Wimberley Glassworks has been operating in San Marcos since 1992. The studio offers demonstrations on weekdays and weekends. The demonstrations take place throughout the day, so you can drop by and visit when convenient for you.
This is a great way to experience glass blowing and learn the process without getting hands on. It is also free!
14) Blind Bird Designs
- Type: general glass art, glass blowing, glass fusing
- Classes: small group, private, 1-2 hours, 6 week sessions, weekdays
- Price: $50-$750
- Website: https://www.blindbirddesigns.com/
- Telephone: (806) 410-1485
- Location: 11805 I-27 Amarillo, TX 79119
Blind Bird Designs is owned and operated by Sara and Clayton Spaulding. They are classically trained glass artists who are also experienced in ceramics and sculpture.
Classes include 6 week sessions and Taste of Glass opportunities.
The 6 week option is ideal for beginner and intermediate students who want to learn basic techniques. Classes include 18 hours of instruction and cover safety, gathering, heating, and shaping. Participants make their own paperweights, flowers, and bowls.
Taste of Glass classes are a perfect way to experience glass in less time and at an affordable price. Choose to create small or large objects. Small objects include ornaments, flowers, pumpkins, and dishes. Large objects include vessels like cups, bowls, tumblers, and vases.