CLASSES
Most of our classes are walk-in workshops, suitable for all ages! This means you do not need an appointment (although we do appreciate the heads up!). Classes that require a reservation are specified as such. 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. This is a GREAT IDEA for parties and fundraisers! One project per person except when working on a very large project or when parents are helping small children. If you have 4 or more people in your group, or if it is a rainy day in summer please call to schedule in advance. Otherwise, for walk-ins, stop by any day we are open between 10am-3pm.
If you would like to take a class here at SwellColors, we are offering outdoor “curbside” classes on our patio, and classes indoors during winter. All mosaic projects now include a take-home grouting kit. If you would prefer us to grout your project, the cost is $15 per project.
**In the OFF-SEASON (September-May), call 609-494-7600 to check our hours, as they are subject to change. In the summer we are open daily, 10am-5pm.**
Stained Glass Window
Offered biannually. The next step in learning stained glass. Learn the process of making a stained glass window using our professional tools, materials and guidance alongside artist Mary Tantillo and her team in this two day class. This is a great way to try this ancient craft, learn tricks of the trade, and create your own panel to take home at the end of the weekend. Saturday and Sunday 11am-4pm. Make a 12”x14” or 13”x13” window.
Bring a few simple design ideas or choose from our pre-selected patterns. Wear comfortable shoes. Pack your lunch! Ages 15 and up
Cost is $675 per person. Pre-registration required with a 50% non refundable deposit. If you have to cancel you can apply your deposit to one of our other classes or purchase something in store. We only offer this class once or twice a year… if at all.
**You have to preregister for this class. Upcoming weekend workshops on November 9-10, 2024. Class size is limited to 8 people so you get focused attention. Call 609-494-7600 to check in about availability.**
My First Stained Glass
Learn the process of making a stained glass window using our professional tools, materials, and guidance alongside Mary Tantillo and her team of artisans in this one day class. This is a great way to try this ancient craft, learn tricks of the trade, and create your own panel to take home at the end of the day. Choose any one of the seven patterns seen to the left to make when you sign up for the class.
Class Date: Tuesday, July 9th, 2024.
Cost is $300 per person. Pre-registration is required with a 50% non-refundable deposit. If you have to cancel you can apply your deposit to one of our other classes or purchase something in store.
Wear comfortable shoes and pack a lunch! Ages 15 and up.
Class size is limited to 8 people so you get focused attention.
Stained glass is the process of creating a puzzle-like design in glass. We use what is called the Tiffany method. Each piece is cut by hand, grinded around the outside edge, wrapped in copper foil, soldering together with a soldering iron, and finally cleaned and finished. Stained glass is one of our most advanced classes available, and you must be at least 15 to participate in these classes.
Mosaic Shapes
Mosaic is the process of cutting glass into pieces, glueing them to a surface, and then grouting the finished piece to fill in all the tiny gaps between each piece. This is an ancient and beautiful art form, a class we are very proud to offer! Mosaic classes are make-and-take! Each project takes 1-3 hours.
Here are the standard shapes for you to choose from:
Flip Flop -$45, Cupcake -$45, Surfboard -$65, Star -$45, Heart -$55, Turtle -$55, Wave -$45, Sand Dollar -$40, Ice Cream Cone -$45, Butterfly -$60, Sailboat -$65, Dragonfly -$60, Lighthouse -$85, Mermaid -$85, Dolphin -$85, Shark -$85, Seahorse -$85, Whale -$85, Elephant -$85, Anchor $75, Crab -$45, Fish -$65, Pineapple $45.
Cost includes tools, materials, and instruction. This is a walk-in class available for all ages. Mosaic projects are make-and-take! Make an awesome piece of mosaic art and take it home with you the same day! We offer outdoor “curbside” classes on our patio and limited indoor in Winter. All mosaic projects now include a take-home grouting kit. If you would prefer us to grout your project, the cost is $15 per project.
No pre-registration required.
Mosaic Garden Bricks
Weather ready for your outside space!
Perfect for your garden! VERY COOL!! Work with our team of artisans to create your own mosaic design. Call ahead to check on availability. Prices will vary depending upon size. Suitable for all ages.
Doorstop Brick - $35
6" x 6" Brick - $45
6" x 9.5" Brick - $55
All mosaic projects now include a take-home grouting kit. If you would prefer us to grout your project, the cost is $15 per project.
No pre-registration required
Mosaic Signs & Designs
Make your own custom house number, date plaque & more!
Here are the standard sizes for you to choose from:
6” x 8” - $35
8" x 8" -$60
10” x 10” - $85
8” x 16” - $175
18” x 20” - $250
All mosaic projects now include a take-home grouting kit. If you would prefer us to grout your project, the cost is $15 per project.
No pre-registration required.
Mosaic Mirrors
Here are the standard sizes for you to choose from:
6” x 8” - $35
8" x 8" -$50
10” x 10” - $75
8” x 16” - $125
18” x 20” - $175
If you would like to add a beveled round mirror to your project, the cost is $20 extra. All mosaic projects now include a take-home grouting kit. If you would prefer us to grout your project, the cost is $15 per project.
No pre-registration required.
Fused Glass Night Lights
Find your way through the darkness with your very own brilliant fused glass night light. This has to fire overnight in our kiln so pick up is a couple days later OR shipping is available for an additional fee.
Price is $45 per piece per person.
This is a walk-in class.
Cost includes tools, materials, and instruction. Available for all ages. Price is per person unless helping a small child.
No pre-registration required.
Fused Glass Lightcatchers
Sunshine and happiness will flow through your sun catcher and into your home like a warm summer sunrise. Class takes 1.5-2 hours.
We offer two sizes: 8" or 10" round.
Piece will be ready for pickup a couple days later OR shipping is available for an additional fee.
Pricing:
8"- $75
10" - $95
This is a walk-in class. Cost includes tools, materials, and instruction. Available for all ages. Price is per person unless helping a small child
No pre-registration required.
Fused Glass Ice Cream Bowl
Create an 8" fused glass bowl with your own personal flair! Pick up your bowl 3-4 days later after it is fired twice in our kiln. If you can’t get in to pick up your bowl, we can ship to you for an additional fee. Food tastes better in a bowlful of LOVE! Great for soup, ice cream, or just to display in your home! Class take approximately 1 - 3 hours.
Price is $95 per person.
This is a walk-in class. Cost includes tools, materials, and instruction. Available for all ages. Price is per person unless helping a small child.
No pre-registration required.
Fused Glass Bead Making
You will love making these unique and colorful focal pendant beads that all your friends and family will want! Make up to 9 fused glass beads. Pick up 1-2 days later. This is a walk-in class.
Cost is $75 per person.
Cost includes tools, materials, and instruction. Available for all ages.
Price is per person unless helping a small child.
No pre-registration required.
Fused Glass Fish Class
Class takes about 1 hour and you make one large colorful fused glass fish. Pick up 3 days later after we fire your art in our kiln or we can ship for a nominal fee.
Cost is $175 per person per fish.
Class is offered all day on Wednesdays.
**Pre-registration required**
Fusing is the process of taking different colors of compatible glass and melting them together at high temperatures overnight in a kiln. Each fusing project is unique and always a special surprise the next morning when we take it out of our kiln. All class projects are fired on premises and can be picked up a few days after your class or we can ship your projects to you for a nominal fee. Come try fusing glass today!
Sea Glass Drilling Class
Have you often wondered what to do with the beautiful treasures you find at the beach? Now you can learn how to drill holes in sea glass and make all sorts of things with your new skill. Use your new skill to create your very own sea glass jewelry, mobiles, and more..
This is a walk-in class.
Cost is $50 per person - Ages 13 and up
Bring 3-5 pieces of sea glass or use some of our own tumbled sea glass to practice.
No pre-registration required.
Fused Holiday Ornaments
Celebrate your inner ELF!! - Come by SwellColors in Surf City this holiday season and make fused glass ornaments to give as gifts or to put on your tree. What a fun way to spend time and create something truly unique. Our Holiday Ornaments class runs from Black Friday through Christmas/New Year’s.
The class takes about an hour, then we fire the glass in our kiln. You can pick up a day or two later. Suitable for all ages...This is a walk in class, so no appointment necessary.
This class costs $75 per person. Thank you for shopping small and supporting your local artisans.
This class is only offered around the holidays (Nov-Dec), with no pre-registration required.