Glass Blowing

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Date Night Packages

Looking for a creative date idea? How about making glass and a memory you both won’t soon forget.  Englewood Arts offers this unique experience with wine and dessert included.  Schedule an unforgettable night for you and your sweetheart in our Glass Lab.  The evening starts with a sweet treat and short glass demo then you can choose to each make an item or collaborate and make a larger item to take home and brag about to your friends. Our skilled glassblowers work directly with you so no experience is necessary.  Packages start at $150 and can be customized to suit your needs. (Approx 1.5 hours)

Large group, Family, or Corporate events (6 or more people)

Are you looking for something different for your next event?  Englewood Arts Glass Lab can offer a unique experience for your gathering.  Our one of a kind experience allows your guests to participate in the art of glass blowing hands on!  Each member of your party will work directly with one of our talented glassblowers to create their own glass item.  

We can create a customized experience for your group with many different options, the sky's the limit.  Allow us to build an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.

Keep in mind glass needs time to cool so what you make won’t be available to pick up  for a few days but we can facilitate depending on needs.

  • Popular event include:

    • Family gatherings

    • Office parties

    • Birthday parties

    • Bridal showers

    • Retirement parties

    • Team building events

    • Surprise parties

    $50 PER PERSON

    $70 PER PERSON FOR FOOD OPTIONS

    • Charcuterie wine 

    • Dessert option 

    • Blendwell sandwiches 

Holiday Glassblowing Party (4 or more people)

Looking for a unique activity for your holiday family gathering? Englewood Arts Glass Lab offers an unforgettable experience that allows guests to engage in the art of glassblowing!

Each participant will work closely with one of our skilled glassblowers to create their own glass ornament. We can tailor the experience to fit your group’s needs, giving you a range of creative options. Keep in mind that glass requires time to cool, so your creations will be available for pick-up in a few days, but we can accommodate your schedule as needed. Join us for a memorable holiday ornament-making experience!

Glass Blowing 101

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of glass blowing with Glass Blowing 101, a comprehensive 4-6 day (2-3 weekend) class designed to ignite your creativity and unleash your inner artist. Throughout this course, participants will dive deep into the fundamentals of glass manipulation, mastering the materials, tools, and techniques necessary to transform molten glass into finished pieces. Whether you're a beginner eager to explore a new artistic medium or someone seeking a refresher course, this experience is tailored to accommodate all skill levels. Join us and discover the thrill of creating your own one-of-a-kind glass masterpiece, with no prior experience required.

Expanded Glass Lab Experience

Embark on an immersive journey into the art of glass blowing with our Expanded Glass Lab Experience, led by the renowned Resident Artist, Phillip "Swede" Hickok. Over two hours, you'll unleash your creativity as you craft multiple glass objects under Swede's expert guidance. This unique class offers the same hands-on format as our Make-Your-Own experience but grants you the freedom to delve deeper into the material and explore a wider range of artistic possibilities. With the opportunity to create 3-4 pieces on average, this class serves as the perfect next step for those seeking to further their glass blowing skills, regardless of prior experience. Don't miss out on this captivating journey of discovery and expression!

2 hour duration

 Make-Your-Own

Experience the thrill of glass creation with our signature Make-Your-Own glass blowing adventure! Dive into a single-session, hands-on journey where our expert glassblowers guide you through the mesmerizing process of crafting your very own glass masterpiece. Get up close and personal with the tools and techniques as you unleash your creativity and bring your vision to life in molten glass.

30 minutes/person

Make-Your-Own FAQ

  • We only schedule one large group at a time, however, if you are booking for just 1 or 2 people, there may be another group of 2 back in the hot shop at the same time. But don’t worry, each group will have their own glassblower, bench and tools.

  • YES, This way the glassblowers don't have to reset the shop in between guests.

  • No, our Make Your Own Experiences are beginner friendly. Our glassblowers will assist you during the entire experience, while still allowing you to be extremely hands on.

  • Our Make Your Own Experiences fill up fast! We highly recommend booking ASAP to get your spots. Our weekends can book up about 2 months in advance.

  • Absolutely! For children you must be at least 8 years old, we require a parent / guardian to complete a majority of the work while the child helps intermittently.

  • No, We have gloves, safety glasses, and heat protection sleeves available.

  • Yes. You are more than welcome to bring a friend or family member to watch your experience & take photos / videos.

  • Yes, you can make more than one item. We would just need to know that at the time of booking so we can reserve the appropriate amount of time for you.

  • Yes, the only additional cost would be tax.

  • Dress comfortably (natural fiber clothing is best). Please wear closed toe shoes to your experience. Long hair should be tied back. Avoid dangly jewelry.

  • Of course! Our Make Your Own Experiences are meant for you to create your own one-of-a-kind piece of art. Our glassblowers will show you all of the color options at the time of your appointment.

  • We suggest arriving 10-15 minutes prior to your scheduled time to allow for paperwork.

  • Absolutely! Let us know at the time of booking. If you would like tables and chairs please let us know at time of booking so we can have them set up for your arrival. Who Doesn’t Love a Party!?

  • Not every item takes the full 30 minutes to make, however we book our experiences in half hour increments to allow sufficient time for you to choose your colors and for our glassblowers to go over safety instructions.

  • Of course. Let us know at the time of booking what accommodations are needed.

  • Yes!

  • The customer does a majority of the work under the supervision and guidance of our glassblowers. If at any point you may feel uncomfortable, simply let the glassblowers know & they can assist you as much as you’d like.

  • Just give us a heads up and we will be sure a staff member is available to capture your experience.

  • Items made with hot glass need time to cool in our annealer. Therefore, your piece can be picked up as early as 7 days after your appointment. We can ship items if needed - the cost is $15 per household plus $5 per each item after the first.

  • Some items (ornaments, pumpkins, and bowls) involve blowing into a tube. A sanitized mouthpiece is attached to the tube for each person. Other items (paperweights, hearts, and flowers) involve hot sculpting. This includes using tools to pull, twist and shape the glass.

  • No, If you want to make different or larger objects check out our Expanded Glass Lab Experience. However, there will be some seasonal offerings throughout the year.

  • Unfortunately, we do not offer group rates.

  • If you can't make it to your appointment please contact us ASAP so we can try to reschedule your appointment and to allow other customers the opportunity to try and get that time slot.

  • No - you select your item once you arrive at the studio. We have a case of customer made examples for you to look at before making a decision. What we do need to know at the time of booking is how many items each person will be making, as this will determine how much time is reserved for your group.