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Intro to Stained Glass: Create a Hanging Panel

A collage showing stained glass art in progress: completed panels with sun, wave, and abstract designs (top left and top center), students proudly holding their finished pieces (top center), and various stages of layout and assembly using glass pieces and pattern guides (bottom and top right).
Introductory - No experience required
Age Requirement : 18+ Years of Age
Ticketed Workshop

Instructor: Timothy Cowan


Embark on a creative journey into the world of stained glass with our beginner-friendly workshop. Learn the renowned "Tiffany" method, encompassing designing, cutting, grinding, foiling, and soldering techniques to craft your own unique glass panel. This hands-on class is tailored for beginners, offering step-by-step guidance to ensure everyone masters the essential skills. By the end of the workshop, each participant will proudly take home their completed stained glass creation.

***This is a 6 session workshop, meeting on Wednesdays in October & November: Oct 15, 22, 29 & Nov 5, 12, 19

What to Expect

In each session, you’ll build your project step-by-step using the Tiffany stained glass method. The class will cover every stage of the process:

  • Designing your piece
  • Safely cutting and grinding glass
  • Applying copper foil
  • Soldering your panel together

Expect a supportive environment with live demonstrations, instructor guidance, and ample time to work on your project week by week.

Skills You’ll Acquire

• Safe handling and cutting of stained glass

• Precision glass grinding techniques

• Applying copper foil and soldering joints

• Understanding glass panel design principles

• Basic stained glass assembly and finishing

What’s Provided

• All glass materials and tools (cutters, grinders, foils, soldering supplies)

• Safety equipment (gloves, goggles, etc.)

• Expert instruction and demonstrations each week

• A completed stained glass panel to take home at the end of the course

Who Should Attend

This workshop is ideal for beginners curious about stained glass, design, or hands-on traditional crafts. No previous experience is required—just a willingness to learn and create.

Prerequisites/Safety Information

No prerequisites. Safety gear and tool guidance will be provided in class. Please wear closed-toe shoes and clothes you don’t mind working in.

***This is a 6 session workshop, meeting on Wednesdays in October & November:***
                               Oct 15, 22, 29 & Nov 5, 12, 19

When
Wednesday October 15th, 2025 from  7:30 PM to  9:30 PM
Location
Classroom @ MakeHaven
770 Chapel St
1st floor, past the back staircase
New Haven, CT 06510
United States
Workshop Ticket Fee
Standard Ticket $194.00
MakeHaven Members $165.00

Instructor or Event Lead

Timothy Cowan

He/Him

Areas:

Need Based Workshop Price Adjustment

MakeHaven offers a price reduction for individuals who are below a threshold income level.
You can apply at: Workshop Price Reduction Request.

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Accessibility

Our facilities undergo periodic reviews to maximize ADA compliance. We offer accessible bathrooms, elevators, and wide walkways. In tool usage, we aim for universal access and work individually to adapt tools for safe usage as necessary. If you anticipate needing an adaptation to participate in this event or have further questions, please contact us at events@makehaven.org.