The Heat Base

07/18/2014

Still some spots in both beginner classes this weekend. Get at us or call 908-458-6624 for more info

07/17/2014

The Heat Base - Upcoming Events Event Categories Beginner Archive

Just a reminder that The Heat Base is having two intro to glass blowing classes this weekend.

The class will be exactly the same, but will be offered on two separate days: Saturday July 19th, and Sunday July 20th.

The class will be $150

For more information and to register please visit us at:
http://theheatbase.com/events/category/classes/beginner/

Also give us a call at 908-458-6624 or email us back.

This one day class will cover all the basics you will need to successfully get started in blowing glass. It will qualify you for open studio time and get you started down your personal journey in glass. The Class Will Cover Safety The science of glass Cold seals Welds Marbles Pendants Shaping Implo…

04/07/2014

Pendant for auction by Refresh Glass.

Starting: $40
Increments: $5
Ends: 4/8 at midnight.
Shipping: $5

04/05/2014

Auctioning off this pendant by Refresh Glass.

Opal eye, sparkle colors. About 1.25in tall.

Starts at $25
Ends 4/6 at midnight eastern time
Increments of $5

04/04/2014

Starting today we will be auctioning off work from artists here at The Heat Base.

Keep an eye out and tell your friends.

02/28/2014

Germ class at The Heat Base

Check out these great photos from Alexis Barcia taken at the Germ class last weekend

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01/12/2014

After a great intro class today... I'm filled with gratitude for all the great instructors that have taught classes at The Heat Base! Mc

01/11/2014

Climer demoing for students in today's beginner class

01/02/2014

Welcome to 2014

This year is shaping up to be awesome for us here at The Heat Base. We are kicking it off with a beginner class coming up next weekend (Jan 11th) and will be hosting two very exciting classes with Germ (Feb 21-23) and Freeek (Mar 8-9).

Check out our events section on our website for more detailed information and to register.

http://theheatbase.com/events/category/classes/

And as always, we’re open for studio time. So come on in and beat the cold with some hot glass!

12/12/2013

freeekglass on Instagram

This is super exciting. Were going to host a freeek class @theheatbase

11/29/2013

Eusheen back at the Base

http://theheatbase.com/2013/11/eusheen-back-at-the-base/

@eusheen is back at the base next week

Woo wooo

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11/18/2013

freeekglass on Instagram

We're finishing up the details right now, but we're are really happy to announce that Freeek will be doing a class with us March 8/9 2014!!!

http://instagram.com/freeekglass

09/27/2013

Were going to host eusheen in december!!! Germ in February and Mr.Gray in may. These will be some great classes!!! Stay tuned! Mc

09/06/2013

temperatures are starting to dip, which means AMAZING glass blowing weather. Come on in tonight / this weekend

09/04/2013

Makers of artistic glass pipes showcase their works

check out what made the Wall Street J this morning
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887323968704578650500057479398?mg=reno64-wsj.html?dsk=y

Congrats to all the talented people in this industry !!!

Now that ma*****na has been legalized for medical purposes in 20 states, and for recreation in Washington and Colorado, makers of what is known as heady glass are showcasing their work.

08/28/2013

I'm in the process of setting the class schedule for the next year...stay tuned for some very exciting announcements.mc

06/09/2013

Here is a photo of Simone Crestani in action creating a hollow sculpture for this weekends class.

It was an amazing process to watch. Especially since no kilns were used!!

Thanks for all the tips and trucks Simone!

06/09/2013

Hugh learning how to create multiple sections without adding.

It's always exciting when the masters reveal some of their tricks!

05/28/2013

We have several classes coming up next month. Everything from making goblets and sculpture, to making sell-able pipes, to advanced mini tubes.

check out our events page (https://www.facebook.com/theheatbase/events) for more info and how to register

04/17/2013

We are looking to schedule a beginner class next month, what day works best for a 1 day - 8 hour - class? Reply to this post to let us know!

03/02/2013

Calvin Mickle apparently knows how to YoYo

02/24/2013

We are looking for a full sized fridge for the shop. Anybody in the NoVa area want to trade some glass for one?

01/05/2013

Martini Glass by Mike

01/03/2013

The Heat Base - Intro To Glass Blowing – $300

Our first beginner class of 2013 is next weekend. Don't miss out.

http://theheatbase.com/event/intro-to-glass-blowing-300-2/

This two day class will cover all the basics you will need to successfully get started in blowing glass. It will qualify you for open studio time and get you started down your personal journey in glass.

12/02/2012

It's looking like a beautiful, cool, and foggy day here at The Heat Base.

Perfect weather for some studio time!!!!

We have a couple of day spaces still open. Come on in for Open Studio!

11/28/2012

The Heat Base - Eusheen Filla Time Lapse

Check out this video we shot during the Eush Glass class the other week. This is Eush working for over an hour on one Fillachello.

http://theheatbase.com/2012/11/eusheen-filla-time-lapse/

When Eusheen works on a Filla it can take up to three hours. Here is a time lapse video we shot during his recent class. It’s only 35 seconds on here, but it was over an hour a filming.

11/20/2012

Who would be interested if we hosted a MICRO workshop? March/ April....

11/18/2012

Eush glass belt buckle.

11/05/2012

Andrew teaching intro to lampworking Oct 27-28 2012

10/31/2012

The Heat Base - We have 2 spots left in the AKM / ETR Class

We only have two spots left in this weekend's class. Hurry and get your spot before they're all gone.

http://theheatbase.com/2012/10/we-have-2-spots-left-in-the-akm-etr-class/

We only have two spots left for this weekend’s class… TWO! Don’t miss out on this awesome opportunity to learn from not one, but TWO (same number of spots left) awesome, and local, artists.