There’s a reason candlelight sits at the center of so many December traditions. Whether it’s the glow of a menorah, the shimmer of Christmas lights, or the quiet hush of the solstice’s longest night, this is the season when we gather the light in close — and gather each other in close with it.
In this 3-hour workshop, you’ll craft your own 4×4″ mosaic glass candle holder in a holiday palette of your choosing — rich reds and greens for a classic Christmas feel, or cool blues, whites, and silvers for a wintry mood. Mix it up the way you want — there will be plenty to choose from — and some special glitz you make all your own. It’s a beautiful centerpiece on its own, a natural fit for a holiday table, and one of the best handmade gifts you can give this season — thoughtful, useful, and glowing with warmth.
How the class works:
- The Palette — I’ve already done the glass cutting for you, so you can go straight into the fun part: choosing your colors and starting your design.
- The Technique — You’ll learn to place and puzzle translucent glass on an upright surface, so it catches daylight beautifully and glows warm once a candle’s lit. I teach this technique without grout — in my experience, it lets the colors and light shine through even more beautifully, giving your piece a more organic, artisanal glow.
This is a relaxed, welcoming space with a personal, supportive atmosphere. No previous art experience needed — come as you are, pull up a chair, and let’s make something that shines.
Art medium: Mosaic – working with pre-cut glass
Please note – while all glass is pre-cut, it is still glass — minor nicks are possible. Band-Aids are on hand in class
Instructor: Harmony Thiessen
Cost: $45
Age groups: Adults 18+
Class size: 14
Registration and payment: Please visit Harmony Thiessen Art to register and pay for this class
Artist Bio and Links:
Harmony Thiessen Art hosts 15+ creative courses each year across Bellingham, Washington. Offered in semesters, each workshop is an invitation to step aside, loosen up, and create with confidence—no experience required!
Beyond teaching, Harmony creates abstract paintings, mosaic art, small original “Fragments” pieces, and a hand-illustrated “Butterflies” card line. She is also committed to keeping art accessible, hosting free “Community Means We” workshops for the local community several times a year.
Website: Harmony Thiessen Art
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Instagram: @harmony.thiessen.art
