Pâte-de-Verre means “paste of glass.” This distinctive glassmaking technique produces pieces that appear to be formed from delicate sugar crystals. Creating a Pâte-de-Verre bowl involves two major processes: making a plaster mold and casting glass crystals into it. Designed for beginner and intermediate glass students, this class will introduce participants to the wonderfully messy process of plaster mold making and guide them through creating beautiful bowls with a crystalline appearance. Students will begin with simple bowl forms as they learn and practice the basic techniques. Once comfortable with the process, they will explore methods for creating more complex designs on the outside of their bowls. Students will also have opportunities to experiment with their own ideas and develop original designs. By the end of the class, each student will have created multiple exquisite Pâte-de-Verre bowls to take home.