Had a birthday party here with a group of girlfriends and did the Friday night class led by James. It was so fun and learned so much! Would highly recommend! read more

We had a great time! Value - good Experience- great- friendly staff Cute decor I did a girlfriend excursion but I saw mother/daughter duo having fun and a few first time daters. Street parking was available. Restaurants close by to grab a bite before or after. Yolk's test kitchen down a couple blocks and the blueberry hibiscus drink smashed!! read more

Such a great experience! Took the ornament making class as part of a girls trip. James made the session so fun and comfortable. He also gave us a lot of tips which made the session educational. Would definitely recommend! read more

Fun night "melding" glass. What's "melding" you ask? It's layers of colorful glass arranged and heated to create beautiful artistic pieces. Just remember art is very subjective so don't judge my work lol. Simple studio layout with no frills. Just lots of glass. Arrive and get some basic instructions on how to create works of art which can be displayed or used in practical situations. A sushi plate perhaps, or maybe just something to start a conversation. You work solo with a bunch of broken pieces of glass which you arrange on a clear base. Imagination takes over and you use colorful glass powders, chunks, shards etc to leave behind and comeback to collect at a later time. Nice calm activity for a date night or just something out of the box when looking to have fun. Finish up your melding and walk around the corner to grab a taco at Rojo Gusano to cap off the night. We will be back to try another glass class soon. read more

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This place is awesome! I came across it during the Ravenswood art walk where they had a ornament making demo and soon after I signed up for the class. I highly recommend the ornament glass blowing class for a fun and unique date night. The instructor was great and walks you through everything, and will even stand by you for instruction for all your ornaments if you prefer. Each participant gets to make 4 ornaments at the price of $50/person (if you sign up through Dabble). It does seem a little pricey, but it's such a great experience and totally worth it. And we left with some pretty special ornaments for our tree! After taking the class we were told that you can rent studio time with the blow torch at $10/hour and buy the points to make ornaments for $6 each. read more

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Cool classes and excellent, one-of-a-kind glass creations in the heart of Chicago's Ravenswood.

I attended the Fused Glass 101: Mandala Bowl class. It was a wonderful experience. Leslie makes you feel welcomed from the moment you step into the room. Her relaxed and friendly approach allows everyone to feel comfortable and included. She's patient and knowledgeable, and explains the process step by step. Additionally, Leslie checks in, offers suggestions, and answers questions throughout the whole creative process. I highly recommend this class. read more

A year later and I'm back for another class! I love it! I want to come back for more learning but my schedule has been as full as Leslie's! I need to practice my ornament making :) Heaven knows that my little glass pieces are a bit odd shaped. This would be a great date place, or a fun night out for friends, or just go by yourself and know that you will be warmly welcomed! read more

Chicago Glass Collective - Ornament class round 2 for me :) - Art Galleries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I took an ornament making class here and it was so fun! I got to try a new skill and make presents for my family at the same time. Working with flames is terrifying but Leslie is awesome at walking you through every step and helping encourage you when your "art" turns out to look like a giant blob. Book a class with her before the holidays come around! read more

I've taken a few classes here, and will be back for more! Glass can be addictive and the instructors are really good. Leslie, the owner, is a talented artist but also an attentive, patient teacher. Check out the schedule and don't forget the holiday ornament class. Last year I gave all my irnaments away as gifts, so now I have to make some for myself! I also took a jewelry making class that involved metal-smithing here. Cool place! read more

I love the unpretentiousness of CGC. A wonderful group of talented instructors that take the time needed to ensure one has a positive experience. So many classes to choose from, all levels. Kids too. A great place to go with friends or to meet new people. I'm a fan. read more

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I have been enjoying classes at CGC for over 4 years. Leslie is very knowledgable and fun. She makes learning the craft of glass fusing, bead making and more easy and interesting. Great place for parties as well! From beginner to expert everyone can have fun at CGC! read more

I took a class here through Dabble and it was great! It is a small studio and they have very nice equipment (although I have no idea what glass-making stuff looks like other than here). There was plenty of room for our class of 5 and others who were using the studio at the same time. I am looking forward to checking out other classes that they offer. Based on their website and the Dabble class, they have options for true beginners or those with more experience. Very knowledgeable and personable teachers- I was a little intimidated by the idea of working with hot glass but after a few demos and some hands-on teaching, I had a lot of fun. read more

I took a fused glass ornament class here and it was a blast. Sarah Beth is a great instructor. She's very hands on, as well as charming and fun. She put me right at ease, even though I'd never worked with glass before. She made the whole class feel confident at each step, and thanks to her tips, I LOVE my ornaments. The studio is lovely and the whole experience was delightful. I'll definitely be back for one of her classes. read more

I recently took the Make Your Own Seder Plate class at Chicago Glass Collective and had the best time! Myra our instructor had great ideas and was really welcoming, kind, and patient to beginners (like me). She made working with glass super easy! My finished product was beautiful and something my whole family admired and appreciated. All the pieces created at Chicago Glass Collective are so beautiful, and it is truly a space to try something new and be fully supported by Leslie, the owner, and all of her team. I recommend this spot to anyone looking for a unique experience for yourself or to gift to anyone you know and love. read more

We took a class here through Dabble for the ornament making. I was a little nervous going in because I had never done anything remotely close to it before nor am I very creative. The class was sooo much fun and Leslie was extremely helpful. I would highly recommend this class. read more

Chicago Glass Collective is a great studio to learn about glass techniques and enjoy the company of other creatives. The studio has a lot of space, big windows for sunlight, and offers a friendly vibe. I am enjoying my time there doing glass fusing and casting. The rotating workshops always keep it fresh by introducing new techniques to try. It is such a welcoming place whether you are new to glass art or experienced. read more