Stained Glass and Mosaics Classes
Stained glass and Mosaics classes in Minneapolis, MN, are among our most popular offerings. Through this range of classes, you can learn how to create imagery out of flat sheets of glass through cutting, gluing, and grouting, or lining edges with copper foil, bending lead came for stained glass, and soldering to create a work of art. Many of our students have utilized the skills learned in these classes to make their own household decorations or products to sell online and in person. The majority of our stained glass and mosaics classes in Minneapolis, MN, are beginner-friendly, and any classes with prerequisites will state so in their respective descriptions. So, what are you waiting for? View our glass classes below and sign up today!
Registration is available to students 14 years old and up.
Foci MGCA offers a full-tuition scholarship open to BIPOC and a need based half-tuition scholarship open to anyone with financial need. Find out more about our scholarship opportunities here.
Masks are not required but strongly recommended. Disposable masks are available upon arrival. View our COVID-19 Policy here.
Stained Glass: Working with Lead
In this introductory course, participants will learn how to create a leaded, stained glass panel. Students will learn about selecting, cutting, and grinding glass following a provided pattern of their choice. After which, we’ll move onto assembling the panel using lead came, soldering the joints, and applying a waterproofing putty. Finished projects can become sun catchers or small framed windows for display.
No experience required. All materials are provided.
Offered semiannually.
4-week course
$425/person
Tuesdays 6-9pm
Registration Deadline 11/4/2025
Stained Glass 1
Learn the art of Stained Glass in this introductory course. Participants will select from a variety of beginner patterns to make their projects. We’ll then learn about selecting, cutting and grinding the glass to fit perfectly together. After which we’ll move onto copper foiling the edges and soldering the glass pieces together. Projects will become finished hanging suncatchers or a small framed window to display.
No experience required. All materials are provided.
Offered year-round.
4-week course.
$375/person
Stained Glass ~ Open Studio
Come join us for Stained Glass Open Studio! Create a suncatcher, small project, or get assistance from a mentor with a larger project. All materials such as copper foil, lead came, solder, and patina, and glass is included. A stained glass mentor will be available for guidance if you have any questions about the process or need tips and tricks to enhance your skills. This is the perfect way to spend an evening creating art, learning new techniques, and getting to know other stained glass artists.
This all inclusive fee covers studio rental, materials, glass, and the mentor’s time.
Prerequisite: Completed Stained Glass 1 or have taken a Stained Glass Discovery.
3 hour session.
$50/person
Friday 6-9pm
Registration Deadline 7/4/2025
2-Day Mosaic Workshop
This hands-on, two-part class is designed to introduce participants to the fundamentals of mosaic art. In the first four-hour session, students will learn how to cut, shape, and lay out glass pieces, then adhere them to a base. These essential steps take time, and this session offers plenty of it for thoughtful design and careful technique.
The second session allows the adhesive to properly cure—an important step for durability and best results. During this two-hour session, students will grout and clean their finished piece, learning proper technique and timing for a polished final result.
No experience required. All materials are provided.
Two day workshop.
Wednesday September 10, 5 - 9pm & Friday September 12, 6 - 8pm
Registration Deadline 8/27/2025
Stained Glass Trinket Box
This 4 week class will expand on the basics of stained glass by introducing pattern drawing, 3D and spatial planning, and new soldering techniques. Each participant will design and build their own hinged-lid box approximately 3.5”x5.5”x3”.
No experience required. All materials are provided.
Offered semiannually.
4-week course
$425/person
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Stained Glass 2
Build on your foundational skills learned in Stained Glass 1 to start designing your own patterns. This 6 weeks course will expand on the basics by introducing pattern development, 3D form building, spatial planning, and refining soldering techniques. Each participant will get to design and build their own three- or four-sided lantern.
Prerequisite: Completed Stained Glass 1 or equivalent.
All materials are provided.
Offered semiannually.
6-week course
$525/person
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Looking for our One-Day Glass Art Experiences? Check out our current Glass Discovery offerings here.