The Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen offers an array of classes for adults in blacksmithing, glass, jewelry, fiber, wood, and pottery. Our workshops are accessible for everyone, with most being suitable for beginners. We strive to continually connect our Guild members and local artists to the local community through education. Join us for an afternoon or evening and learn a new skill!
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Our Project
The Guild has installed plumbing to operate our Flame Shop safely for glass workshops. This will create more educational prospects for students and income opportunities for our instructors.
The majority of our students live in Lancaster County as well as our instructors. Our glass instructors bring their scientific knowledge of the discipline making it a true STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Art Math) project.
This studio makes possible varied educational classes including marbles, beads, ornaments, jewelry, and more, and expands our workshop offerings for learners aged 12 and up.
The flame shop installation was made possible through funding from The Steinman Foundation.
We are grateful to our sponsors: Tempchek Mechanical Services, UGI, and PNC Bank.
Upcoming Events
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Turn a Lidded Box
2024-04-20
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Instructor: Bob Antonishak Skill Level: Beginner Our new class for beginners is designed to introduce individuals to the art of crafting lidded boxes through woodturning. This class encompasses the fundamental aspects of creating a functional and aesthetically pleasing turned box with a lid. Students will choose from several interesting wooden blanks for making the box Continue reading
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Glass Flower Pendants
2024-04-20
10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Beginner Make a beautiful glass flower pendant in this fun workshop! Students will use borosilicate color rods to make their flower pendants. Students will make approximately 2-3 pieces. All materials are included in the tuition. No experience is necessary. Appropriate for students aged 13 and up. Become a member of the Continue reading
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Macrame 101: Create Your Own Wall Hanging
2024-04-20
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Lindsey Sansoni Skill Level: Beginner Unleash your creativity and learn a new skill in our macramé wall hanging class! These projects are perfect for beginners and seasoned macramé pros alike. All supplies are included in this class. Become a member of the Guild and save 10% on every workshop! View our membership options here. Continue reading
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Lindsey Sansoni
Born & raised in Harrisburg PA, Lindsey Sansoni was re-introduced to macrame during the pandemic and hasn't put it down since. Sharing her love of the craft with others has become a passion of hers and now full-time job. Lindsey has been teaching macrame classes every month since March 2021. She's taught over 200 students how to create various projects. Her mission at Why Knot is to cultivate a welcoming environment for diverse learners, from novices to seasoned creators. http://www.whyknotpa.com
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Beginning Flameworked Glass Beads
2024-04-20
2:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Beginner Unlock the captivating world of flameworked glass bead making in this hands-on and engaging class designed for adults exploring this mesmerizing art form for the first time. Led by experienced instructor, Jessica Keemer, this course provides a unique opportunity to delve into the ancient craft of shaping glass with Continue reading
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Turn a Birdhouse Ornament
2024-04-20
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Bob Antonishak Skill Level: Beginner Learn to turn a birdhouse ornament using a lathe in this workshop! Students will choose from several interesting wooden blanks for making the bird’s nest and roof into a keepsake ornament Students will learn to safely use a lathe, roughing, spindle, and detail gouges to shape the wood blank Continue reading
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Stained Glass Garden Stakes - Day 2
2024-04-21
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Dan Hayward Skill Level: Beginner A brightly colored stained glass garden stake provides an attractive focal point for any garden, entry point to a home, or even among plantings on a deck. Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen Master Artisan Dan Hayward will guide you through creating your own distinctive garden stake. This is an ideal means Continue reading
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Frit Glass Pendants
2024-04-23
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Beginner Learn the art of flameworking with frit glass! Students will use crushed-up glass and implode these small pieces of glass into clear glass to make frit pendants. Students will make approximately 3-5 pendants. All materials are included in the tuition. No experience is necessary. Appropriate for students aged 13 and Continue reading
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Introduction to Blacksmithing
2024-04-26
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Instructor: Nicholas Tucci Skill Level: Beginner Unlock the ancient art of blacksmithing in this engaging and hands-on workshop! This introductory class provides a unique opportunity for participants to delve into the world of metalworking, where they will learn the fundamental skills of forging, shaping, and creating functional items using traditional blacksmithing techniques. Students will learn how Continue reading
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Introduction to Blacksmithing
2024-04-26
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Nicholas Tucci Skill Level: Beginner Unlock the ancient art of blacksmithing in this engaging and hands-on workshop! This introductory class provides a unique opportunity for participants to delve into the world of metalworking, where they will learn the fundamental skills of forging, shaping, and creating functional items using traditional blacksmithing techniques. Students will learn how Continue reading
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Introduction to Blacksmithing: Forge a Key Rack
2024-04-27
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Instructor: Nicholas Tucci Skill Level: Beginner Spend the morning learning the art of Blacksmithing! Students will learn the basics of forging steel to form a key rack. If you are a natural and have extra time, you’re welcome to make S hooks as well! The class will take place outside, rain or shine. We will set Continue reading