Glass & Fire: Forge Your Own Wearable Art in Sedona

SEDONA WORKSHOP FIELD GUIDE

Glass & Fire: Forge Your Own Wearable Art in Sedona

A one-hour, small-group workshop in Sedona’s studio where participants craft glass beads with expert instruction — this guide explains what to expect, logistics, and how finished pieces are collected.

Glass & Fire: Forge Your Own Wearable Art in Sedona.

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Location
Sedona
Operator
The Melting Point
Category
Workshop
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

In Sedona, The Melting Point runs a focused, small-group workshop that walks participants through the process of making wearable glass beads in a state-of-the-art studio. Over an hour you’ll work under expert guidance with all equipment and materials supplied, producing pieces that are annealed overnight and ready for pick-up the following day.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE CRAFT

Hands-on Glass Bead Making

Spend an hour learning torch-based bead techniques and assemble wearable, custom glass beads with direct instructor support in a focused class environment.

THE STUDIO

State-of-the-Art Workspace

Work inside a purpose-built art studio where equipment and materials are provided so you can concentrate on design and technique rather than logistics.

THE PROCESS

From Flame to Finished Piece

Finished glass beads are annealed overnight for strength; plan to collect your completed work the next morning or arrange shipping for an extra fee.

What the day feels like

What the Workshop Feels Like

The workshop is an intense, intimate craft session: small groups receive step-by-step instruction at individual stations, experiment with color and form, then leave their work to anneal so pieces can be picked up the next day. The pace is concentrated but accessible, with instructors providing personalized support throughout the hour-long class.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this workshop suits — and why the small scale matters.

1
Small-Group SeekersIdeal for travelers who prefer intimate classes: the workshop is capped at six participants, which keeps instructor attention high and the experience personal.
2
First-Time GlassmakersWell-suited to novices who want focused assistance in a limited-size class setting; the small enrollment facilitates individualized instruction.
3
Gift-Buyers & Keepsake HuntersA compact, supervised session that yields wearable, handmade pieces you can collect the next day—appealing for travelers seeking tangible souvenirs.
4
Groups Larger Than SixNot ideal for very large parties since classes are limited to six people; larger groups should book multiple sessions or split across offerings.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Come as you are: the studio supplies all equipment and materials for the bead-making session.

Timing & Duration

The hands-on portion of the workshop runs approximately one hour; finished pieces require overnight annealing and are available for pick-up the next morning.

Pick-Up & Shipping

All glass products must anneal overnight—plan to pick up your work the following day or request shipping for an additional cost.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the workshop?

The hands-on workshop runs for one hour.

Are tools and materials provided?

Yes—equipment and all materials are provided by the studio.

When can I pick up my finished beads?

Finished glass beads are annealed overnight and are available for pick-up the next morning.

Is shipping available for finished pieces?

Shipping options are available at an additional cost.

How large are the classes?

Classes are small, limited to six participants to ensure personalized instruction.