Bumblebee Garden Stake in Fused Glass with Artist Tonya Schade

• 2026: JULY 8

• Wed. 1:00 - 4:00 PM

• Ages 16+

• Space is limited to 8, registration required

• $145.00 Non-GLAF Member

• $135.00 GLAF Members

LOCATION:

Gallery 223 223 Broad St.

Lake Geneva, WI

REGISTRATION:

REGISTER

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Class Description:

Create your own charming bumblebee in fused glass bumblebee to brighten your garden or potted plants! In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll design and assemble a vibrant bumblebee using colorful glass frit, and simple decorative techniques.

All major glass components are pre-cut and thoughtfully prepared so you can focus on the fun, creative details—adding texture, color, and personality to your piece. You’ll also add wing details using an easy tracing method with provided templates, so no drawing or painting experience is needed.

Each finished bumblebee will be kiln-fired after class and mounted on a custom metal garden stake, ready to display outdoors or in your home.

No experience necessary—just come ready to create!

Finished piece measures approximately 8.5” wide x 6” tall (glass portion).

MEET THE INSTRUCTOR:

Tonya Schade is a fused glass artist and instructor based in Northern Illinois. She taught for over three years at The Glass Garden in Janesville, where she served as Creative Director. Tonya teaches glass and mosaic classes, where she is known for guiding students through the entire creative process while building confidence and discovering their own creative voice. She ensures projects are completed safely and successfully. Her classes are engaging and well-structured, creating a supportive environment where both beginners and experienced artists can thrive.

SUPPLIES NEEDED:

All materials are included.

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS:

• No refunds will be issued for no shows.

• No refunds will be issued for any dropped students once the class/session has begun.

• Cancellations prior to the first date of class, a $10 cancellation fee will be deducted from the refund.

• Cancellations due to personal emergency, funds may be applied to a different class within an identified time-frame as approved by the class instructor.

• Class cancellation due to the Instructor of GLAF, or GLAF, a full refund with no cancellation fee will be issued.

• If a class needs to be made up, due to weather, etc., the Instructor may add a make-up day to the schedule.

QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions, you can contact the instructor, Tonya Schade, at trsdss1@icloud.com