LEARN THE ART OF STAINED GLASS

with Mandy Sirofchuck

Stained Glass Artist

Artist Mandy Sirofchuck has worked in stained glass since 1984, creating many commissioned windows and panels in both the copper foil (Tiffany) method and leaded panels. Her more recent foray is in painted fired-on stained glass using vitreous paints and a kiln. These paints are finely ground glass with intense metallic oxide pigments that, once fired into the glass, can be used to permanently shade or color the glass pieces. Mandy also creates fused glass pieces, both as large vitri-fusaille panels and popular ornaments.
She offers classes and workshops in fused glass, copper foil and lead techniques.

"My favorite shop in Ligonier...This my go-to place to buy cards and gifts for family and friends. There is not just beautiful art in the gallery but jewelry, trinkets, pottery and more. Something for everyone. I also took the stained glass class in the art center and can't wait to take more. People and atmosphere and especially instruction from Mandy was excellent."

- Dana H.


"Had a terrific time at the Christmas tree stained glass class. Mandy is a wonderful instructor--with tons of patience!!!"

- Linda N.

Try your hand at Mosaics!

Monday, May 19, 5:30-8:30 PM
There are numerous techniques in working with mosaics. Knowing how you will use your mosaic is the first step: is it for an indoor or outdoor application? In this 3-hour workshop, glass artist Mandy Sirofchuck will instruct you in some of the different applications of mosaic art as she guides you through the basics of creating an outdoor glass mosaic garden stone. Ages 14 & Up. 

In this class you will learn:
  • Mosaic terminology
  • How to cut glass from a pattern
  • How to lay out cut pieces for application to a substrate
  • How to adhere and grout your design
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Your finished piece will be a 12” x 12” x 2” cement garden stone. Your design can be abstract; we will have several simple patterns available for selection. If you have a particular design you’d like to try, it must fit within 11” x 11” and be in a simple outline form, like a child’s coloring book (remember, you have only 3 hours to complete the project!)
Glass, stepping stone and all materials are included.

PRIVATE CLASS

Do you have a group of friends who would like to learn how to do stained glass?

We'd be happy to arrange a class for you. Our copper foil classes take you through all the steps to create a piece from start to finish.  Read the description for our Beginners Class above, then contact us to arrange a date and time.

We can also offer easier, shorter classes that are less intensive for groups just looking to do a fun project. Just call us at 724-238-2310 and we'd be happy to help you.
Pictured: Pet Portraits group project

CLASSES IN STAINED GLASS

Try your hand at Stained or Fused Glass!

Have you always wanted to create a leaded panel or a fused glass nightlight? Or maybe you're looking for something fun to do with a group of friends? Are you dying for a creative birthday or bachelor/bachelorette party? You're in the right place! Stained and fused glass projects are incredibly fun and yield beautiful results! We've hosted many groups interested in creating together, too, and they always have a blast! Whether you come with friends, or by yourself, you're sure to have a great time!
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Which Class is Right for Me?

Fused Glass
  • Easiest and fastest method
  • Doesn't involve soldering, foiling, or leading!
  • Learn basic skills in selecting glass, following a pattern, and cutting glass
  • Fired in a kiln, so not ready to take home the same day
  • Finished, functional project!
Copper Foil Technique
  • Learn basic skills in selecting glass, following a pattern, and cutting glass
  • Learn how to apply copper foil to each piece of glass
  • Learn the art of soldering your panel together
  • Take home the same day!
  • Finished, functional project!
Leaded Technique
  • Learn basic skills in selecting glass, following a pattern, and cutting glass
  • Learn how to apply lead around each piece of glass
  • Learn the art of soldering your panel together
  • Take home the same day!
  • Finished, functional project!