Refract 26 is a wrap! Huge thanks to all who volunteered and offered their work for our impressive display.
Special thanks to the BARN Refract 26 committee: Anne Miller, Grace Liu, Marilyn Gottlieb, and Cynthia Jacobs, and to everyone who shared artwork in the exhibition. Also our gratitude goes to all who participated in demo day and to the BARN community who turned out to see Holy Frit!
Reminder: Studio monitor retreat sessions are set for Nov. 1, 4, and 8 from 1 to 3 PM. Monitors must attend one session.
Mark your calendars for the Dec. 2 studio Holiday Social, ornament exchange, and a presentation by Donna Rogers about her glass experience in Latvia!
Another reminder: Barn Bazaar is happening Nov. 21. Interested in selling? Fill out the vendor application today!
Classes We Think You’ll Love
Glass Mosaic: Hearts to Love
Sunday, Nov. 8, 12 – 4 PM: Turn glass into a colorful forever heart you’ll want to hang everywhere. This one-afternoon mosaic project is beginner-friendly.
Mirror with Glass Mosaic
Monday, Nov. 9, 1:30 – 5:30 PM: Give an ordinary mirror new life with hand-set glass mosaic tiles. You’ll leave with a functional piece of wall art, no prior mosaic experience needed.
Glass Cutting
Monday, Nov. 16, 12:30 – 2:30 PM: Master the fundamentals of scoring, breaking, and shaping glass. This foundational class opens the door to nearly every other technique in the studio, from stained glass to mosaics.
Mosaic Holiday Tree Trio
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 1 – 5 PM: Kick off the holidays with three cheerful mosaic trees, ready to display the same day you make them. A relaxed, festive project for beginners and returning makers alike.
Glass Pocket Vase
Friday, Dec. 4, 5:30 – 8:30 PM: Shape a sculptural glass vase that adds color and texture to any wall. A great next step once you’ve got the basics of glasswork down.

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