Create Date

A Private Class for Pairs

Our Create Date is a private workshop designed exclusively for your group, from a single pair of two up to six people (three pairs).

In a festive atmosphere with music and snacks, your group will learn a new skill and create something beautiful together

This is your creative time together..

Below are the two project paths you can choose for your event. Select your preferred experience to begin planning.

  • Stained Glass

    Learn the timeless craft of building a stained glass panel.

    In this session, your group will learn to cut, shape, foil, and solder pieces together to make a stunning piece.

    This technique is focused on the traditional copper-foil technique and detailed work.

    Good to Know: The initial session is 4 hours. Depending on the complexity of your project, you may need or choose to book an add-on hour same day or an additional session at a later date to complete your piece.

  • a couple working collabratively to make fused glass art, pendants and a heart. They are focused working together layering glass to be fired in the kiln.

    Fused Glass

    In this 3-hour workshop, your group will learn to cut, stack, and arrange colorful glass to create modern art pieces.

    This is a fun, experimental process with beautiful results perfect for first time students looking for a fun low-key experience!

    We'll fire your creations in our kiln, and they will be ready for pickup a few days later.

    Good to Know: Perfect for groups who love color and contemporary design. All projects are completed within the 3-hour session.

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Class Details

  • How to Book

    Our Create Dates are scheduled privately to fit your needs.

    Click the button above to send us a booking request with your preferred dates and chosen project type (Fused or Stained Glass), and we'll get back to you to finalize the details for your group.

  • Details & Add-On Options

    Base Price: $350 per couple. Contact us for groups larger than two.

    Sheet Glass: To allow for total creative freedom, sheet glass is chosen by your group in the studio. The cost is calculated and billed after class.

    Included: All tools, basic supplies, instruction, and a variety of complimentary bar snacks and seltzer are included. This class is BYOB.

    Optional Add-ons: Make your date extra special! Add a Veggie Board ($15), Charcuterie Board ($20), or Fromage Board ($20) to your booking.

    Do you want/need an extra hour to keep working? No problem an add-on hour is $80 per pair.

  • Logistics

    Duration: 3-5 hours

    Location: Stern Glass Works — 817 S. Oak Park Ave, Oak Park IL 60304

    Long pants and closed toe shoes required

  • Who

    Perfect Beginner Class

    To make this experience the most enjoyable for you we require students to work in pairs! However, this is your private event so feel free to invite additional pairs of your friends!

    Ages 18+ or 15+ with a guardian