Art Party Chicago

19/05/2023

Want to bring creativity into your life AND make your garden more beautiful this summer? Then you’re invited to create your own Fused Glass Garden Stake and add a gorgeous pop of color to your garden or walkway! No experience necessary and all ages welcome including kids 8+.

EVERYONE's AN ARTIST AT THIS GARDEN PARTY where you’ll design a stunning functional piece of art that can be showcased in your garden on a 3-foot high shepherd’s hook or hung up on any wall. This workshop requires a minimum of 6 guests. No maximum. More info: https://forms.gle/bLn38b9JzCznVy1X6

19/12/2022

Wishing a very Happy Hanukah to those who celebrate. This beautiful fused glass menorah was made by one of my students. Functional art at its finest.

11/05/2022

One-of-a-kind FUSED GLASS COASTERS are perfect for summertime drinks or anytime at all! We love our Coasters Workshop because everyone makes beautiful art - NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. All supplies included. Gather a group of 6 or more friends for a special get together this Spring or Summer. PM for details.

15/03/2022

Magnets and Pendants & Fun! Oh my! We had a blast creating with some young artists at a Fused Glass birthday party!

19/11/2021

LAST CHANCE to order your "Make Your Menorah" kit for pickup next Wednesday 11/24 in Deerfield.

Super fun & engaging activity to do with family on Thanksgiving after you've had enough turkey & football. 😀 🍗 🏈

https://forms.gle/vLSzuZwrBmjSC9Vo6 Pls DM with any questions. THANKS!

Calling all kids, parents & grandparents that love to craft! Make your Chanukah extra special this year with an easy “MAKE-YOUR-OWN-MENORAH” kit! Everything is included so you can create this functional mixed-media Menorah in less than an hour! Plus, you'll receive a brand new set of 44 colorful...

16/11/2021

CHANUKAH CRAFT TIME! Calling all kids, parents & grandparents that love to craft! Make Chanukah 2021 extra special this year with an easy “MAKE-YOUR-OWN-MENORAH” kit!

Everything is included so you can create this functional mixed-media Menorah in less than an hour! Base, non-toxic paint, paintbrush, non-toxic paint sealer, 8 sparkling glass tiles, brushed aluminum Shamash, non-toxic glue & more! Plus, a brand new set of 44 colorful candles that will last the ENTIRE holiday.

1 kit for $28, 2 for $50, 3 for $75, 4 for $100. Hate digging wax out of the candle holders every night? Then add a box of 44 disposable candle liners to each kit for just $5 (while supplies last) so no clean up is ever necessary!

These kits provide a super fun activity to do with the family on Thanksgiving once you’ve had enough turkey and football. 😀

Order by THIS Thursday, Nov 18th and pick up next week in Deerfield. Chanukah starts Sunday evening, Nov. 28th. Please fill out this form & DM me with any questions. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPS5NaDaFHI_6IfJrSGot7h7U3s1XZzhhmfOAG7dIFgYkvEA/viewform?usp=sf_link

03/06/2021

We love creating functional art! This fused glass piece adds a cheerful pop of color to any garden or walkway and is on its way to the home of an incoming member of the Fighting Illini!

27/04/2021

Give the gift of love this Mother's Day or anytime with our cast glass hearts. These one-of-a-kind hearts are designed & fired for almost 24 hours in our Deerfield studio.

Showcased in your choice of a 4" x 6" black or white frame, hearts are $54 & measure about 2.25" x 2" x .25". Shipping is available. Free delivery in Deerfield. DM me for most up-to-date availability.

15/04/2021

We have fallen in love with casting glass hearts! Framed or just going solo as a pocket heart or light paperweight, these one-of-a-kind gems are on their way to New York, Los Angeles, Denver, Miami, Columbus, Pittsburgh and Tel Aviv!

14/02/2021

This glass heart was cast in a kiln for over 12 hours at a top temp of 1500 degrees. All of us at Art Party Chicago are sending you tons of warmth and ❤️ on this Valentine’s Day!!

18/01/2021

Just pulled these fused glass trinket dishes from the kiln. They were created by people with little or no art experience who just love trying new things. Let us know if you’d like to try something fun, new and creative in 2021! All options are virtual with easy kit pickup or shipping.

23/12/2020

It's always in-season to give the gift of creativity with an ART PARTY CHICAGO Gift Card. What a great choice for anyone on your list who loves art as they can choose from our "Creative-Kits-To-Go" or a Zoom workshop for family, friends and colleagues.

Everyone has fun & they'll create a beautiful & functional piece of art that'll be cherished forever. Let us know how we can help!

20/12/2020

Looking for something creative for your kids to do this week? Check out our limited edition "Create Your Own Glass Christmas Tree Ornament" Kits.

All pieces are pre-fired so there are no sharp edges. Great for kids 4+. Each kit contains one ornament base with hook, a packet of colorful glass pieces & a pot of glue. Sizes: approx 5" x 4".

Contact-free porch pick up in Deerfield. $12 each. Pls DM if interested.

12/12/2020

I’m so inspired by my students who created their own Fused Glass menorahs this month. Here’s the first stunning batch.

You can create one, too with our Creative Kits-To-Go or gift one to someone special this holiday season. It’s a fun and meaningful activity for families to do together. DM me for details. HAPPY HANUKKAH to all who celebrate!

04/12/2020

Got a Wolverine in your life that’s crazy for the maize & blue?? Gift them with a piece of handcrafted Fused Glass art. Set high atop a 3-foot tall shepherd's hook or hung on a wall inside your home, it’s a thoughtful & unique gift for any Michigan fan.

I do small batch firings so only five will be created in time for the holidays. DM me for details. Includes shepherd's hook. Shipping available. Size 8" x 8".

Thanks for supporting local artists!

03/11/2020

Fresh from the kiln today....breezy wind chimes designed by two incredibly creative students.

GREAT HOLIDAY GIFT for all ages!!! Choose from wind chimes, wall art, pendant necklaces, garden art and magnets.

We have plenty of GLASS KITS-TO-GO so you can design your own gorgeous glass art in the comfort & warmth of your own home. Then return to our studio to get fired.

We can’t wait to create with you!!!

21/09/2020

As a art teacher, the most valuable gift I can give my students is to be a teacher who's always learning, so I can consistently share new ideas, mediums & techniques. One of my most recent favorites is ALCOHOL INK because even beginning artists create stunning pieces!

So no matter where you live, take a little time for yourself to create something beautiful & join me for "The Alchemy of Alcohol Ink" ON-LINE workshop via The Art Center Highland Park.

NO experience necessary so choose either October 7 or 10 - and DRIP, DROP & layer your way to creating vibrant art pieces that will burst with highly pigmented colors using the magic of Alcohol Ink. Minimal supplies needed & most you already have at home.

SIGN UP TODAY as each ON-LINE workshop is limited to 15 people:
The Alchemy of Alcohol Ink Workshop - OCT 7 https://campscui.active.com/orgs/TheArtCenterHighlandPark...

The Alchemy of Alcohol Ink Workshop - OCT 10 https://campscui.active.com/orgs/TheArtCenterHighlandPark...

Questions? Reach out as I'd love to see you online for these super fun & colorful workshops!

02/09/2020

What a fun-filled Girls Night Out in our outdoor studio last night with social distance guidelines in place.

Check out these gorgeous fused glass creations that will become stunning pieces of functional garden art and wall hangings after getting fired in our kiln.

Everyone is an artist at Art Party Chicago!! Are you ready for some creative fun???

28/08/2020

Excited to be sending off a handmade piece of fused glass garden art to Wolverine families in Deerfield & Skokie so they can showcase their Wolverine pride all year long!

Display it 2 different ways: Hang it 1) in your garden or walkway on a 35" high steel shepherds hook 2) Anywhere in your home, apt or dorm. GO BLUE!

I'll be ordering more maize & blue glass this week so taking pre-orders starting today. The glass is approximately 5" x 7" but I can make larger as well. Shipping available. $72 each includes the shepherds hook. Volume discount applies for 4+ orders. Please DM with questions. Thanks!

19/08/2020

Our young artists designed & created their own Fused Glass Breezy Wind Chimes in this 2-part social distanced backyard workshop. The results are beautiful!

They loved learning about the science behind fused glass and making a tangible and meaningful piece of art that they created! We also offer Wind Chime Kits to go (for local Chicagoans). As the glass needs to be returned to our studio to be fired.

We're booking small backyard school pod workshops for kids of all ages this fall. Create with all types of mediums: glass, metal, polymer clay, beads and so much more.

Let us know if you need help creating with your kids as we'd love to create with you!

03/08/2020

Excited to be filling up the kiln with wind chimes and garden stakes from our workshops! If you're looking for a creative outlet, we've got you covered with social distance in-person parties at your venue or ours - or pick up some kits and we'll create together virtually!

27/07/2020

Art Party Chicago was on the road today for a backyard workshop. These amazing young artists each created their own Fused Glass Wind Chime. We can't wait to fire their pieces & assemble these beauties. Social distance guidelines apply to all of our parties. We look forward to creating with you soon!

25/07/2020

It’s hot enough outside to melt glass 🙂!! Looking for a cool & creative project to do? 

Check out our Fused Glass Pendant & Magnet kits to go with safe, contact-free pickup in Deerfield. Design your pieces at home, then return to our studio to be fired.

Fun for groups of all ages & sizes to create virtually. With purchase of 10+ kits, a 30-minute live Zoom session is included.

Kits includes complete written instructions & supplies to make 2 pendant necklaces & 2 magnets. Each kit: $29. We accept Venmo and Zelle/Chase quick pay.

PM with any questions. We look forward to creating with you!

18/07/2020

I love this breezy Fused Glass Wind Chime made by a young artist. Anyone can make beautiful glass art with our Creative Kits-To-Go, virtual classes or small outside group workshops. Social distance guidelines apply. DM or comment below for details.

24/06/2020

Art Party Chicago is thrilled to partner with Tamara Kushnir Groman and the amazing team at CJE Senior Life.

Join Abby Maeir, CJE My Go-To Place Artist and Presenter, in making a paper flower using recycled items, glue, and acrylic paint. Abby walks you through the ...

17/06/2020

One family with 2 graduates off to 2 different universities. Congrats to all the 2020 grads!! These glass garden stakes are so much fun to create!

11/06/2020

We're so excited to launch our "ART KITS TO GO" series!! First up is a shimmering FUSED GLASS SUNCATCHER & MAGNETS KIT.

Designed for younger artists who are eager to try a more sophisticated medium, this kit contains all PRE-FIRED Fused Glass components so there are no sharp edges and you finish your project that day (as opposed to working with raw, sharp glass, returning and waiting 1-2 weeks to be fired in our studio.)

This kit includes EVERYTHING you need to make 4 one-of-a-kind pieces of glass art:

-- A “3”x 5” shimmering suncatcher with hook pre-fired into it that will burst with color and brighten up any room! Just hang it by a window & enjoy your masterpiece every day!!

-- You can also choose to have the first initial of the child’s first or last name pre-fired into the piece (as no additional charge)

-- The creativity continues as you design 3 one-of-a-kind fused glass magnets. (Each 1.5” x 1.5”). There are as much fun to make as they are to keep or give one away as a meaningful gift!

-- A 20-Minute Zoom Class is included with 6 or more kits. Written instructions included in every kit.

-- Cost $40 per kit and we accept Venmo, Zelle/Chase Quick Pay or Paypal.

-- We offer safe, contact-free porch pickup at Art Party Chicago's studio just two minutes away from Northbrook Court or WE CAN SHIP anywhere in the US for an additional fee.

We're excited to create with you so please reach out with any questions! We can also customize kits for you!!

05/06/2020

So excited to send off these Fused Glass kits for a virtual 7th birthday bash! Inside is everything they’ll need to make a colorful suncatcher and two awesome magnets! (Dog not included 😀)

20/05/2020

Excited to be sending off this custom IU garden stake to a Hoosier family in Glenview today! GO HOOSIERS!

01/05/2020

Fresh from the kiln, FUSED GLASS GARDEN STAKES -- perfect gift for MOTHER'S DAY or ANY occasion. Add a smile & splash of color to your garden or walkway! FREE, No-Contact Delivery to Chicago's North Shore. $55 each - each stake approximately 25" high & 4" wide. Shipping available for an additional cost. We can also customize them so please DM for details. MORE STAKES BEING CREATED IN THE NEXT FEW DAYS!