Online Stained Glass Classes
Learn stained glass from the comfort of your own home with Colorado Glass Works' online classes. Each one is pre-recorded, available instantly after purchase, and taught by Meggy and industry experts who know this craft inside and out. Watch at your own pace, pause whenever you need to, and come back as many times as you want.
More classes are in the works and will be added here as they are released.
How to Draw Stained Glass Patterns Using Procreate
Take your stained glass work further by designing your own patterns from scratch. This class covers everything you need to use Procreate as a full pattern-drafting tool, so every project you make can be completely original. Includes a bonus section on using a Cricut to cut out your stained glass patterns.
Topics covered:
- Setting up Procreate for pattern drafting
- Drawing clean lines and shapes for glass cutting
- Scaling and adjusting patterns for different project sizes
- Bonus: using a Cricut to cut out stained glass patterns
Best for students who already know the basics and are ready to start designing their own work.
Digital Class: Framing Stained Glass (Framing 201)
A finished piece deserves a proper frame. This class is a deep dive into everything framing, from the tools and materials to the techniques that give your work a clean, professional finish.
Topics covered:
- Framing with lead, hobby came, and zinc
- Patina with framing
- Using a came saw and came bender
- Adding rings for hanging
Best for students who have completed at least one project and want their finished pieces to look the part.
Toyo Master Glass Cutting Class
Confident glass cutting is the foundation of everything in stained glass, and this class teaches you how to do it right. Led by Steve of Toyo Super Cutters, a true industry expert, this class is perfect for beginners building strong fundamentals and experienced artists who want to refine their precision.
Topics covered:
- Precision cutting fundamentals
- Cutting deep curves and thin strips
- Using a circle cutter
- Introduction to the Morton System
Best for all skill levels -- whether you are just starting out or looking to sharpen what you already know.
All classes are digital purchases with instant access after checkout. Browse the digital downloads section for additional patterns and resources to pair with your classes.
Ever dreamed of learning how to make stained glass art?
In this day and age learning how to make stained glass art has never felt more difficult. Glass shops all over the world have closed down due to lack of demand and aging instructors looking to retire. Not only is it difficult to find a place that teaches affordable glass lessons also understanding all the tools you really need + how to find them are just overwhelming. I am here to fix this with my online beginner stained glass class!! This glass class is made for the folks who aren’t able to find a class in person nearby, don’t want to break the bank taking a class, can’t find the time to take an in person class due to a busy schedule, or even just prefer to learn from the comfort of their own home. I GOT YOU!! This little over an hour course can be done on your own time as it is pre-recorded. No need for a traditional studio when you have me and my wisdom guiding you from start to finish from the comfort of your own home! This is an evergreen course - once you purchase you have unlimited access and it never disappears so you can always revisit if needed!
The beautiful thing about this course is that not only do you have access to all of my videos you also get to pair it with my online stained glass blog that provides you every piece of additional advice you need including pictures and tool links for easy purchase. A treasure trove of information all at the click of a button!
Clear close-up shots showing you all the steps while I talk through them and you get to create the same project as me in real time. Plus if you ever get stuck you will always be able to replay, pause, re-watch the full course as needed. A perk that not even in person classes can offer!
Looking for more advanced online Stained Glass classes?
How to Draw Stained Glass Patterns Using ProCreate
A pre-recorded virtual class that dives into all things covering how to use ProCreate for drawing stained glass patterns + bonus using the Circut for cutting out stained glass patterns!
Digital Class: Framing Stained Glass (Framing 201)
In this pre-recorded virtual class we will dive into all things covering how to frame your stained glass pieces. Topics covered such as framing with lead, hobby came, zinc, patina with framing, came saw, came bender, adding rings to framing, etc.
Toyo Master Glass Cutting Class
A pre-recorded virtual class that teaches you how to cut glass like a professional. Perfect for beginners looking to build strong fundamentals or experienced artists wanting to refine their techniques in precision cutting, cutting deep curves, cutting thin strips, using a circle cutter, the Morton System (brief touch) and much more. Plus instruction from a true industry expert: Steve of Toyo Super Cutters
