Classes
We have classes for ALL AGES virtually EVERY DAY!! Call 609-492-3783 or email Mary to sign up for a scheduled class. Can't make a scheduled date but really want to take a class? Call to arrange a suitable time. We are generally pretty flexible.
PRIVATE PARTIES
We host private parties for all ages. Classes are fun for bridal showers, happy hours, girls weekends, scouts, birthday parties, flower clubs, employee parties, FUNDRAISERS etc....
Call 609-492-3783 to get your party started.
BEAUTIFUL THINGS YOU CAN MAKE:
Stained Glass Light Catchers
Stained Glass Windows
Mosaic Mirrors
Mosaic Stepping Stones
Mosaic Shapes
Mosaic Signs
Large Mosaic Mirrors Happy HOUR!
Mosaic Stained Glass Window
Hot Glass Bead Making
TrollBead and Pandora Bead Making Experience
***Fused Painted Glass Pendants
***Recycled Glass Platters
***Glass Fusing
Most of our classes take about 1.5 2 hours and you get leave with your finished work of art! Awesome!
***These classes require that you pick up your artwork a day or two later.
We will also come to YOU! If you live within 2 hours of LBI, we will come to your location and teach a class for your group. Additional fees apply.
.
STAINED GLASS LIGHT CATCHERS
You can make four hearts or three stars (or a combo of the two) and take them home with you at the end of class
Learn the basics of stained glass such as safety, design, color selection, cutting, grinding, foiling, soldering, and cleaning your artwork.
This is a three hour class offered on Tuesdays from 10 am - 1 pm in the summer. We offer additional times and dates by appointment and are happy to schedule groups of 3 or more at other times and days.
The class costs $95.
STAINED GLASS WINDOW
Make a 12¨ x 12¨ window in this 1 day class. Take your piece home at the end of class.
Show up with an idea of what you want to make and together with glass artist Mary Tantillo and her team of artisans, make your very own panel. You will learn safety, design, cutting, grinding, foiling, burnishing, soldering, patina, and polishing.
This class is offered on Wednesdays in summer from 10-4 and by appointment in the off season.
Groups of 3 or more can schedule a different date and time for a private class.
The cost of the class is $250.
MOSAIC DESIGNS/MIRRORS
This is one of our most popular DROP IN classes! It takes about 1.5 to 3 hours depending upon the size of piece you make. We also offer custom sizes to suit your design needs as long as we have advance notice. Take your piece home at the end of class. This is a GREAT IDEA for parties and fundraisers! Let your imagination soar!
Here are the standard sizes for you to choose from:
6¨ x 9¨ - $25
10¨ x 10¨ - $50
8¨ x 16¨ - $75
20¨ x 20¨ - $95
MOSAIC MIRRORS - Custom Sizes! Cool Idea!
We also offer specialty sizing if you want to make your own mirror that is a size different from our standard sizes.
CUSTOM, PROFESSIONAL ARTISTRY Don't want to make your own mirror? Glass artist Mary Tantillo and her team of skilled artisans can create your masterpiece for you. We can make any size or shape you want to suit your design needs. Inquire within.
MOSAIC STEPPING STONES
Perfect for your garden!
There are 2 ways to make your stepping stone. You can secure your design to an existing concrete stone and then grout it (Method 1) or you can pour cement into a mold over your design (Method 2). We will help you figure out which method is best for your needs.
Method 1 - $65
Method 2 -$85
We offer round and rectangular shapes.
MOSAIC SHAPES
So much fun!! Embrace your creativity!
Here are the shapes we offer daily.
Heart - $35
Turtle - $40
Butterfly - $40
Mermaid - $50
Dolphin - $65
Shark - $65
Seahorse - $75
T-REX - $75
Dragon -$85
Great ideas!! Add some decorative glass nuggets or shells to enhance your project for an extra nominal cost!
VERY COOL!! Work with our team of artisans to create your own mosaic design. Prices will vary depending upon size.
MOSAIC SIGNS
Personalize your space with a beautiful glass mosaic sign. Prices will vary depending upon the size of the project. Here are some standard sizes and prices:
6¨ x 9¨ - $25
10¨ x 10¨ - $50
8¨ x 16¨ - $75
20¨ x 20¨ - $95
HAPPY HOUR!!!
LARGE MOSAIC MIRRORS
Make your own 20¨ x 20¨ STUNNINGINGLY BEAUTIFUL mirror in this festive environment. Learn how to safely handle the tools, glass cutting, design, and successful grouting techniques. Take your mirror home with you at the end of HAPPY HOUR.
Every Friday, 5-8 PM (please pre register)
Price is $95.
Refreshments provided. YUM!
MOSAIC STAINED GLASS WINDOWS
Unique, organic, and perfect for a sunny window. This is a DROP IN class takes about 2 hours and you get to take your window home with you when you are done.
Glass scraps are mounted on glass within a frame to create a stained glass-like panel. Learn how to safely handle tools and materials, glass cutting, design, and grouting.
Price is $85.
HOT GLASS BEAD MAKING
Learn how to make glass beads using a torch and gorgeous Italian Effetre glass. Warning: This is so much fun it is known to be addictive. The class is three hours and you will make 10-12 beads to take home with you.
Thursdays, 9 am to 12 Noon (during summer).
Alternate dates are available for groups of 3 or more.
Price is $95.
PANDORA/TROLLBEAD MAKING EXPERIENCE
DROP IN and make 3 glass beads that fit Pandora and TrollBeads jewelry in this 20 minute awesome experience. You will use a torch and gorgeous Italian effetre glass under our skilled supervision. Your beads will not have silver insert. They will be available for pick up 1 hour after you make them.
Price is $50.
FUSED HAND PAINTED GLASS PENDANTS
Create beautiful designs onto our fusible glass with fine glass paint. Make 6 beads. This is a DROP IN class but we appreciate a call in advance. Pick up your beads two days after they are fired in our kilns. One completed pendant of your choice will be completed with a black cord and gift bag.
Additional cords are $5 each and extra gift bags are $1 each.
Price is $75.
RECYCLED GLASS PLATTER (FUSING)
Make a large serving platter using recycled glass. Your finished project will have a pale aqua color similar to old Coca Cola bottles. You can infuse copper or sand into your project. If you want to put copper in your piece, then the class will take about 2 hours (sand 1 hour). We will then fire it in our large kiln with your hand made mold. Pick your piece up 1 week after class. These platters are generally imperfectly beautiful and modern. Cost of this class is $95 by appointment.
Your platter may not rest evenly. This is due to the way you make your mold and the organic nature of your piece. Platter may also form air bubbles due to shell particles in sand. We might have to grind down air bubbles for you depending upon the size.
FUSING
Make a small 1 STEP fusing project of your choice: 4 coasters, 4-6 letters (your first name), and words (less than 6 letters, $5 for each additional letter), cheese plate, 2 butter dishes, or 3 light catchers in this 2 hour class.
Make a larger 2 STEP project (2 steps means your project has to go into the kiln twice). Prices will vary depending upon what you want to make.
Fusing is offered Mondays, 10-12 Noon in summer.
1 STEP Price is $65 (Dicroic glass is extra).
2 STEP Price is TBD
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
Classes are held at SwellColors Glass Studio & Art Gallery.
We also host offsite events- bringing the fun to you.
SwellColors Address: 10909 Long Beach Blvd. Haven Beach, NJ 08008
Please pre-register for scheduled classes: 609-492-3783 - so we don't have too many people here at the same time
Email: mary@swellcolors.com
CLASS POLICIES
OUR MISSION. The most important things are that you follow our safety rules AND have fun!
SAFETY FIRST. You are working with sharp objects and tools. Please handle with care and heed all our safety precautions. Wear protective eyewear and gloves when required. Wear closed toe shoes and cotton clothing. Wash your hands when necessary to remove grout or materials that might have gotten on them.
TIMING. You can DROP IN any time and take a mosaic class during business hours. However, we advise that you call first to let us know you are coming and how many people are in your group. This is for your convenience as well as ours. It enables us to be ready for you; AND if we have a full house, we can advise you to come at a better time.
WE ARE IN NEW JERSEY. You must sign a WAIVER and read the CLASS POLICIES to take a class.
SECURITY. Pre-registration is required for scheduled classes. A non-refundable 50% deposit is required to secure your registration. If something happens and you cannot make the class you signed up for, you can apply your deposit towards another date within the calendar year.
FOR YOU. Your registration for a class is for YOU to make a project. We do not allow two people to work on one project. (We do make exceptions to this rule for larger projects and for parents with small children).
IMPORTANT. We do not refund classes. If for some very strange reason you are not satisfied with a class, let us know and we will try to help resolve the issue.
COOL STUFF. All of our class fees include professional instruction and basic materials (glass, adhesives, fuels, tools, equipment, and fibers). If you want to customize your work with extra items such as glass nuggets, shells, beads, and art glass they are extra but are relatively inexpensive. You can add all sorts of cool things to your projects; they will just cost you a little more.
GRATITUDE. Class fees do NOT include gratuity to our skilled staff. We go the extra mile providing a happy and joyous environment to ensure customer satisfaction. Most people generally thank us with 10-15%. Parties of six or more will automatically incur a 15% gratuity on their final bill.
GUIDANCE. Parents/guardians are expected to supervise their young children.
GET MESSY. Please wear appropriate clothing. You are making artwork. It can get a little messy.
HELP OUT. You are expected to help clean up after class unless we indicate otherwise.
YOUR WORK OF ART BELONGS WITH YOU. Pick up your artwork 2 days after class (or when we tell you it will be ready) or you can pay for us to ship your work to you. After one week, we charge a $1.00 per day storage fee for unclaimed work (unless arrangements are made).
CELEBRATE YOUR ORIGINALITY! Your finished projects will be imperfectly beautiful and unique
PRIVATE PARTIES
We host private parties for all ages. Classes are fun for bridal showers, happy hours, girls weekends, scouts, birthday parties, flower clubs, employee parties, FUNDRAISERS etc....
Call 609-492-3783 to get your party started.
BEAUTIFUL THINGS YOU CAN MAKE:
Stained Glass Light Catchers
Stained Glass Windows
Mosaic Mirrors
Mosaic Stepping Stones
Mosaic Shapes
Mosaic Signs
Large Mosaic Mirrors Happy HOUR!
Mosaic Stained Glass Window
Hot Glass Bead Making
TrollBead and Pandora Bead Making Experience
***Fused Painted Glass Pendants
***Recycled Glass Platters
***Glass Fusing
Most of our classes take about 1.5 2 hours and you get leave with your finished work of art! Awesome!
***These classes require that you pick up your artwork a day or two later.
We will also come to YOU! If you live within 2 hours of LBI, we will come to your location and teach a class for your group. Additional fees apply.
.
STAINED GLASS LIGHT CATCHERS
You can make four hearts or three stars (or a combo of the two) and take them home with you at the end of class
Learn the basics of stained glass such as safety, design, color selection, cutting, grinding, foiling, soldering, and cleaning your artwork.
This is a three hour class offered on Tuesdays from 10 am - 1 pm in the summer. We offer additional times and dates by appointment and are happy to schedule groups of 3 or more at other times and days.
The class costs $95.
STAINED GLASS WINDOW
Make a 12¨ x 12¨ window in this 1 day class. Take your piece home at the end of class.
Show up with an idea of what you want to make and together with glass artist Mary Tantillo and her team of artisans, make your very own panel. You will learn safety, design, cutting, grinding, foiling, burnishing, soldering, patina, and polishing.
This class is offered on Wednesdays in summer from 10-4 and by appointment in the off season.
Groups of 3 or more can schedule a different date and time for a private class.
The cost of the class is $250.
MOSAIC DESIGNS/MIRRORS
This is one of our most popular DROP IN classes! It takes about 1.5 to 3 hours depending upon the size of piece you make. We also offer custom sizes to suit your design needs as long as we have advance notice. Take your piece home at the end of class. This is a GREAT IDEA for parties and fundraisers! Let your imagination soar!
Here are the standard sizes for you to choose from:
6¨ x 9¨ - $25
10¨ x 10¨ - $50
8¨ x 16¨ - $75
20¨ x 20¨ - $95
MOSAIC MIRRORS - Custom Sizes! Cool Idea!
We also offer specialty sizing if you want to make your own mirror that is a size different from our standard sizes.
CUSTOM, PROFESSIONAL ARTISTRY Don't want to make your own mirror? Glass artist Mary Tantillo and her team of skilled artisans can create your masterpiece for you. We can make any size or shape you want to suit your design needs. Inquire within.
MOSAIC STEPPING STONES
Perfect for your garden!
There are 2 ways to make your stepping stone. You can secure your design to an existing concrete stone and then grout it (Method 1) or you can pour cement into a mold over your design (Method 2). We will help you figure out which method is best for your needs.
Method 1 - $65
Method 2 -$85
We offer round and rectangular shapes.
MOSAIC SHAPES
So much fun!! Embrace your creativity!
Here are the shapes we offer daily.
Heart - $35
Turtle - $40
Butterfly - $40
Mermaid - $50
Dolphin - $65
Shark - $65
Seahorse - $75
T-REX - $75
Dragon -$85
Great ideas!! Add some decorative glass nuggets or shells to enhance your project for an extra nominal cost!
VERY COOL!! Work with our team of artisans to create your own mosaic design. Prices will vary depending upon size.
MOSAIC SIGNS
Personalize your space with a beautiful glass mosaic sign. Prices will vary depending upon the size of the project. Here are some standard sizes and prices:
6¨ x 9¨ - $25
10¨ x 10¨ - $50
8¨ x 16¨ - $75
20¨ x 20¨ - $95
HAPPY HOUR!!!
LARGE MOSAIC MIRRORS
Make your own 20¨ x 20¨ STUNNINGINGLY BEAUTIFUL mirror in this festive environment. Learn how to safely handle the tools, glass cutting, design, and successful grouting techniques. Take your mirror home with you at the end of HAPPY HOUR.
Every Friday, 5-8 PM (please pre register)
Price is $95.
Refreshments provided. YUM!
MOSAIC STAINED GLASS WINDOWS
Unique, organic, and perfect for a sunny window. This is a DROP IN class takes about 2 hours and you get to take your window home with you when you are done.
Glass scraps are mounted on glass within a frame to create a stained glass-like panel. Learn how to safely handle tools and materials, glass cutting, design, and grouting.
Price is $85.
HOT GLASS BEAD MAKING
Learn how to make glass beads using a torch and gorgeous Italian Effetre glass. Warning: This is so much fun it is known to be addictive. The class is three hours and you will make 10-12 beads to take home with you.
Thursdays, 9 am to 12 Noon (during summer).
Alternate dates are available for groups of 3 or more.
Price is $95.
PANDORA/TROLLBEAD MAKING EXPERIENCE
DROP IN and make 3 glass beads that fit Pandora and TrollBeads jewelry in this 20 minute awesome experience. You will use a torch and gorgeous Italian effetre glass under our skilled supervision. Your beads will not have silver insert. They will be available for pick up 1 hour after you make them.
Price is $50.
FUSED HAND PAINTED GLASS PENDANTS
Create beautiful designs onto our fusible glass with fine glass paint. Make 6 beads. This is a DROP IN class but we appreciate a call in advance. Pick up your beads two days after they are fired in our kilns. One completed pendant of your choice will be completed with a black cord and gift bag.
Additional cords are $5 each and extra gift bags are $1 each.
Price is $75.
RECYCLED GLASS PLATTER (FUSING)
Make a large serving platter using recycled glass. Your finished project will have a pale aqua color similar to old Coca Cola bottles. You can infuse copper or sand into your project. If you want to put copper in your piece, then the class will take about 2 hours (sand 1 hour). We will then fire it in our large kiln with your hand made mold. Pick your piece up 1 week after class. These platters are generally imperfectly beautiful and modern. Cost of this class is $95 by appointment.
Your platter may not rest evenly. This is due to the way you make your mold and the organic nature of your piece. Platter may also form air bubbles due to shell particles in sand. We might have to grind down air bubbles for you depending upon the size.
FUSING
Make a small 1 STEP fusing project of your choice: 4 coasters, 4-6 letters (your first name), and words (less than 6 letters, $5 for each additional letter), cheese plate, 2 butter dishes, or 3 light catchers in this 2 hour class.
Make a larger 2 STEP project (2 steps means your project has to go into the kiln twice). Prices will vary depending upon what you want to make.
Fusing is offered Mondays, 10-12 Noon in summer.
1 STEP Price is $65 (Dicroic glass is extra).
2 STEP Price is TBD
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
Classes are held at SwellColors Glass Studio & Art Gallery.
We also host offsite events- bringing the fun to you.
SwellColors Address: 10909 Long Beach Blvd. Haven Beach, NJ 08008
Please pre-register for scheduled classes: 609-492-3783 - so we don't have too many people here at the same time
Email: mary@swellcolors.com
CLASS POLICIES
OUR MISSION. The most important things are that you follow our safety rules AND have fun!
SAFETY FIRST. You are working with sharp objects and tools. Please handle with care and heed all our safety precautions. Wear protective eyewear and gloves when required. Wear closed toe shoes and cotton clothing. Wash your hands when necessary to remove grout or materials that might have gotten on them.
TIMING. You can DROP IN any time and take a mosaic class during business hours. However, we advise that you call first to let us know you are coming and how many people are in your group. This is for your convenience as well as ours. It enables us to be ready for you; AND if we have a full house, we can advise you to come at a better time.
WE ARE IN NEW JERSEY. You must sign a WAIVER and read the CLASS POLICIES to take a class.
SECURITY. Pre-registration is required for scheduled classes. A non-refundable 50% deposit is required to secure your registration. If something happens and you cannot make the class you signed up for, you can apply your deposit towards another date within the calendar year.
FOR YOU. Your registration for a class is for YOU to make a project. We do not allow two people to work on one project. (We do make exceptions to this rule for larger projects and for parents with small children).
IMPORTANT. We do not refund classes. If for some very strange reason you are not satisfied with a class, let us know and we will try to help resolve the issue.
COOL STUFF. All of our class fees include professional instruction and basic materials (glass, adhesives, fuels, tools, equipment, and fibers). If you want to customize your work with extra items such as glass nuggets, shells, beads, and art glass they are extra but are relatively inexpensive. You can add all sorts of cool things to your projects; they will just cost you a little more.
GRATITUDE. Class fees do NOT include gratuity to our skilled staff. We go the extra mile providing a happy and joyous environment to ensure customer satisfaction. Most people generally thank us with 10-15%. Parties of six or more will automatically incur a 15% gratuity on their final bill.
GUIDANCE. Parents/guardians are expected to supervise their young children.
GET MESSY. Please wear appropriate clothing. You are making artwork. It can get a little messy.
HELP OUT. You are expected to help clean up after class unless we indicate otherwise.
YOUR WORK OF ART BELONGS WITH YOU. Pick up your artwork 2 days after class (or when we tell you it will be ready) or you can pay for us to ship your work to you. After one week, we charge a $1.00 per day storage fee for unclaimed work (unless arrangements are made).
CELEBRATE YOUR ORIGINALITY! Your finished projects will be imperfectly beautiful and unique
