Stained Glass 101 Copper Foil Method
Adult Enrichment / Creative Expressions -
Winter/Spring 2026
Explore the beauty and craftsmanship of stained glass in this hands-on class with John Hanson, owner of Longfellow Soap Company, who has over 23 years of experience designing, creating, repairing, and restoring antique stained glass windows. You’ll learn how to design and use patterns, cut and grind glass, apply copper foil, solder the pieces, add patina to color the solder, finish the edges with a zinc border, clean and polish your window, and frame it with wood. All tools and materials are provided, and each student will leave with a completed small window. Please bring safety glasses, as they are required when cutting glass, and avoid wearing fleece or sweaters that may catch glass chips. A $25 supply fee (cash or check payable to the instructor) is due at the beginning of class.
Youth ages 12-16 are allowed attend with a registered adult.
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Instructor
John M Hanson
After graduating from North High in 1971 I went to Augsburg College to sing in the choir and complete a less than useful degree in Political Science. This was followed by careers in retail and woodworking.I started my soap company after retiring and now have 13 stores selling my soap. I also teach stained glass classes.
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