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Art at the Farm: Stained Glass Snail & Mushroom Suncatcher Workshop
Art at the Farm: Stained Glass Snail & Mushroom Suncatcher Workshop

Thu, Aug 20

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The Orchard Classroom

Art at the Farm: Stained Glass Snail & Mushroom Suncatcher Workshop

Discover the beauty of stained glass art in this fun and beginner-friendly hands-on workshop.

Time & Location

Aug 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

The Orchard Classroom, 4410 N Lincoln Ave, Champaign, IL 61822, USA

About the event

Stained Glass Snail & Mushroom Suncatcher Workshop

Thursday, August 20, 2026

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

$80 per person


Celebrate the whimsical beauty of nature in this fun and beginner-friendly stained glass workshop. In the Stained Glass Snail & Mushroom Suncatcher Workshop, you'll create an enchanting stained glass design featuring a charming snail and mushroom while learning the timeless techniques of stained glass art.

Whether you're trying stained glass for the first time or looking to expand your skills, this hands-on class offers a welcoming environment to explore creativity, craftsmanship, and color while making a unique piece to brighten your home.


What You'll Do

Using pre-selected stained glass pieces and guided instruction, you'll create your own snail and mushroom suncatcher from start to finish. You'll learn how to safely cut and shape glass, smooth edges using a grinder, apply copper foil, and solder your design into a finished stained glass artwork.

Throughout the workshop, you'll receive personalized instruction and plenty of hands-on practice as you work through each step of the stained glass process.

By the end of the evening, you'll leave with a completed stained glass suncatcher that's ready to hang and enjoy.


You'll Learn

  • The fundamentals of stained glass construction

  • Safe glass cutting techniques

  • How to grind and shape glass pieces

  • Copper foil application

  • Soldering techniques

  • Tips for assembling and finishing a polished stained glass piece


What's Included

  • All stained glass materials and supplies

  • Use of all tools and safety equipment

  • Expert step-by-step instruction

  • Your completed stained glass snail and mushroom suncatcher to take home


Event Details

Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM


Cost: $80 per person

This workshop is open to adults ages 18 and up and is perfect for beginners as well as those with previous stained glass experience.

Please wear closed-toe shoes for safety while working with glass and workshop tools.


Photo Consent:

We love sharing photos from our workshops on social media and in our marketing materials. By attending this event, you consent to being photographed. If you prefer not to be included in photos, please let our staff know at check-in.


Parking & Location:

You can find general parking in the gravel lot. An ADA parking pad is available south of the Farm house. The classroom is located in the white building with the black trim west of the gardens. Check in at the Farm store in the front of the building.


Address: Prairie Fruits Farm Classroom, 4410 N Lincoln Ave, Champaign, IL

Tickets

  • General Admission

    $80.00

    +$2.00 ticket service fee

Total

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