Stained Glass Workshop in Amman, Jordan

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Stained glass dog in progress, glass pieces wrapped in copper foil on the paper pattern at Gilgamesh for Creative Arts, Amman
50 JODper person
About 3 hrstypical session
Ages 15+skill level
Includeddrinks & snacks

This is real stained glass, made the traditional way. Rather than painting a design onto a sheet, you cut coloured glass to shape, wrap each piece in copper foil and solder them together — the same method behind the windows in historic churches and heritage buildings.

A genuine craft, in one session

Three hours is enough to produce a finished piece you would be happy to hang. You will cut, foil, solder and patina, and you will leave with something made entirely by you.

Why this one is 15 and over

Stained glass involves scored glass edges and a soldering iron at high temperature. We keep it to adults for that reason. If you are looking for something similar for a younger group, our glass painting workshop covers comparable ground without the heat and cutting.

What you will learn

  • Reading and planning a stained glass design
  • Scoring and breaking glass accurately and safely
  • Grinding edges for a clean fit
  • Copper foiling each piece
  • Soldering seams evenly on both sides
  • Applying patina and finishing

What is included

  • Guided session of around three hours
  • Coloured glass, foil, solder and patina
  • Full use of tools and safety equipment
  • Snacks, coffee and tea
  • Your finished piece to take home the same day
Hand-drawn paper pattern for a stained glass panel on the studio bench in Amman
1. We start from a paper pattern
Participants choosing coloured glass sheets from the rack at the stained glass workshop in Jabal Al-Lweibdeh
2. You choose your own glass
Scoring and breaking glass along the pattern lines during a stained glass workshop in Amman
3. Score and break each piece
Hands cutting a sheet of green glass with a glass cutter in an Amman stained glass class
4. Grind and fit the edges
Soldering the copper foil seams of a stained glass panel at Gilgamesh for Creative Arts, Amman
5. Solder the seams together
Washing flux off a finished stained glass piece at the studio sink, Gilgamesh for Creative Arts, Amman
6. Wash off the flux and finish
Finished stained glass bird hanging in the light at Gilgamesh for Creative Arts, Jabal Al-Lweibdeh
7. You take it home the same day

Book your Stained Glass session

50 JOD, about three hours, everything included. Ages 15 and over.

Also worth a look: Glass Painting (the easier way in), the Sacred Icon workshop, and Team Building — stained glass is the workshop corporate groups pick most. Visiting Amman? See things to do in Amman. Or gift this workshop.

Celebrating a bride-to-be or planning a girls’ night? Stained glass is our favourite for groups of friends: see our bride-to-be and girls’ night workshops.

Questions

Why is the minimum age 15?

The workshop involves cutting glass and using a soldering iron at high temperature. We keep it to adults for safety. Our glass painting workshop is the equivalent for younger participants.

Do I take my piece home the same day?

Yes. Unlike ceramics, stained glass needs no firing, so you leave with your finished piece.

Is it dangerous?

It is supervised throughout and we provide all safety equipment. Cut glass and hot solder require respect, and we will show you exactly how to handle both.

Can I make something specific?

Yes, within reason for a three-hour session. Tell us in advance what you have in mind and we will advise on whether it is achievable.

How much does it cost and what is included?

50 JOD per person, including the coloured glass, copper foil, solder, patina, all tools and safety equipment, and snacks with coffee and tea.

Do I need any experience?

No. Most people have never cut glass before, and we guide you through every step.

Is it taught in English?

Yes, in English or Arabic.

How do I book, and when can I come?

We are open daily from 2 PM to 2 AM, and the last session starts at 1 AM. Earlier times are possible if you book at least 12 hours ahead. Book online or on WhatsApp (+962 79 809 8773).

Is stained glass good for team building?

Yes. It is the workshop corporate groups choose most. See our team building page.

“We spent a great moment doing stained glass, had a great meal. Spent 7h instead of 2h. Highly recommend it.”Google review