Drop-out vessels combine thoughtful engineering with kiln magic to create deep, sculptural glass forms. Using vertical strip construction built “on edge” and gravity-driven drop-out firing, members will create elegant bowls and vessels with organic movement and refined rims.

This advanced technique emphasizes planning, patience, and letting gravity finish the work you start. This is one of the most technically rewarding and visually striking Kiln Club techniques.

You’ll learn:

• Vertical strip construction techniques

• Designing and layering fiber-paper drop rings

• How opening size affects final form

• Clean drop-out strategies

• Fire-polishing vs coldworking rims

Projects include:

• Sculptural bowls or vessels

• Finished pieces with refined interior and exterior rims

Pricing Includes

• Drop rings & layered fiber paper

• Multiple firings

• Edge fire-polish & finishing guidance

• High kiln use and sculptural outcomes.

What to Bring

If you have personal protective equipment, please bring it with you. Otherwise, protective gear will be provided as needed.

What to Wear

Please wear close-toed shoes, no loose clothing, and hair tied back for safety in the studio.​

Prerequisites

Ages 18+

About Kiln Club

The Kiln Club is a Project Club where fused glass artists gather, fire it up, figure it out and learn something new together.

Looking for a fun, social, and creative way to explore new fused glass techniques? Join our community of glass lovers for monthly fused glass projects — think book club, but with color combos, kilns, and creative sparks. Each month, we choose a project for the group to complete together. We don't portray we know what we are doing — just willing to lead the way by picking the technique, sharing a tutorial or handout, and providing the needed supplies. We’ll meet weekly throughout to work on the project side by side, ask questions, swap tips, and cheer each other on.Spots are limited to 8. Whether you're trying something totally new or helping others learn your favorite technique, this is your space to experiment, connect, and grow as an artist.

• Think “book club” but for fused glass. Each month we’ll have a theme: sometimes technique-driven (like pulling vitrograph, combing, or coldworking), other times project-based (like making coasters, suncatchers, or platters).

• We’ll learn together, share resources and ideas, and make our own unique versions of each project.

• Everyone will take home finished work and a growing library of new techniques.

Cancellation Policy

Refunds, Credits & Transfers

We understand that emergencies happen, so if you are unable to attend your class and you cancel with:

• More than 14 (fourteen) days notice before your class, you may request a full refund or transfer the full amount paid to another class.

• Less than 14 (fourteen) days notice before your class, your payment is non refundable. However you may transfer the amount paid, minus a 15% cancellation fee, to any class within 90 days of request. It is not guaranteed that a comparable class will be offered within 90 days.

• Less than 48 (forty eight) hours before your class begins, your payment is non refundable. It is extremely difficult to fill cancelled spaces with short notice.

• After class start date/time: No credits, refunds or prorating of fees will be given for missed portions or early withdrawals.

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Please send all cancellation and change requests to classes@diycave.com 

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Changes or Cancellations

DIYcave reserves the right to cancel any class, limit class size, change class times or substitute instructors for those listed in the schedule. If a class is canceled, students may choose to receive a full refund or may transfer – with no fee – to another class or workshop. If DIYcave cancels for any reason, all payments can be refunde