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Glass Academy Original Glass Garden Sculpture - Percolla Reed
Students at the Glass Academy use a torch to create a percolla reed out of molten glass
A gather of molten glass is rolled and shaped on the marver
CLASS EXPERIENCE: Percolla Reed Garden Accent
A student at the Glass Academy and glass blowing instructor work together to create a glass sculpture
an orange and a blue percolla reed pictured in a garden
Three Percolla Reeds, one light green, one white, and one dark green, pictured in a garden
Three Percolla Reeds pictured in a potted plant
Upclose shot of an orange Percolla Reed on a metal pole
Shot of an orange, a purple, and a white Percolla Reed garden sculptures on a table
Sample of a white Percolla Reed garden sculpture from the hands on glass blowing glass
Three examples of the Percolla Reed garden sculptures made at the Glass Academy

CLASS EXPERIENCE: Percolla Reed Garden Accent

$112.00 Sale

Percolla Reed™ 

The Percolla Reed™ is an original product and class, designed by the founding creators of the Glass Academy. You’ll enjoy your unique handcrafted glass project for years to come as you display it proudly in your garden or potted plant.

The reed is about 4 to 5 inches long, with a twisted, wavy, curled, or straight stem. Get creative! In this class you will experiment with a variety of tools. If you want to create ridges, bumps, and texture, you'll use a mold. For a smooth round finish you will use a marver.  From there, you can twist, pull, or stretch the reed to your desired shape giving it character AND style!!

Meet new people and make new friends in this low-stress, personal, and immersive class. Observe your fellow students' creative designs and experiment with your own variety of glass colors and patterns!

Each ticket purchase includes:

  • The materials, tools, and instruction to make ONE Percolla Reed. All you need to bring is a great attitude and a willingness to have fun!
  • A tour of our glass studio and BATCH Gallery. This is a behind-the-scenes tour of a successful working art studio. You’ll learn more about the glass making process and find out what makes our studio unique.
  • A live glassblowing demonstration from one of our class instructors. 
  • A sneak peek into the various classes, shows, and events we have throughout the year and a special invitation to our Customer Appreciation show this July.
  • A discount of 20% off ALL items in our gallery, including seasonal items like pumpkins and ornaments, jewelry and drinkware. The discount is valid only on the day of your class and/or the day you pick up your product. 

You will make one reed per class. If you would like to make a grouping for your garden or home, you are welcome to purchase additional tickets. Or come back again; our classes are repeatable!

We offer a $12 guest ticket, if you'd like to bring a guest OR if you want to join the class from the "audience". Everyone in attendance MUST purchase a class or guest ticket. This allows us to prepare the space accordingly. Please put the day and date of your class in the notes. 

🔥What to Expect🔥

  • Please arrive 15 minutes early to fill out paperwork, meet the other students, and browse the galley.
  • Classes are typically 1 to 1.5 hours long, however, the duration may vary depending on the intensity of the project and class size. 
  • This is an entry-level class, no experience is necessary!
  • Before you can take your beautiful glass creation home, the glass must cool overnight from 1200°F to room temperature. Once completely cooled, your glass keepsake is ready for pickup from our studio OR we offer free shipping directly to your home.
  • Closed-toed shoes are required and we suggest that you wear cotton, as it will be hot in the shop.
  • A more detailed overview of what to expect can be found by visiting our FAQ page!   

Choose a date and book your class!

BEFORE buying, please review our class policies - when you make a purchase, you're agreeing to all our policies and procedures!

All of our policies and FAQs can be found HERE!

As a small, family-owned business we have been honored to provide hundreds of customers with countless, unforgettable experiences at the Glass Academy.

Note: You must be at least 16 years of age to participate in this class!

Questions? Just ask us!

If you have any questions please feel free to contact us HERE!

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Handcrafted in Michigan since 1991