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GLASS TOURS

At the country’s largest stained glass manufacturer, located 45 minutes east of Seattle in Woodinville, oldworld methods merge with modern technology. Plan for an hour tour and wear long pants. Tours are offered Monday through Friday. Children must be at least 10 years old. Call 425-483-6699.

Wildfire Glass Studio -- ever watch a glass blower and wonder how on earth they do that?  At Wildfire Glass Studeio, you can try your own hand (or mouth) at the art.  Classes range from beginner to advanced, and cover blowing, fusing and slumping.  There's also a gift shop with intriguing blown glass hummingbird feeders, pond floats, jewelry and ornaments.  Located in the Bothell Country Village (www.countryvillagebothell.com) a pedestrian friendly, old fashioned town square.  Open daily 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

New Morning Glass Studio is similar to a small European glasshouse where all pieces are mouth-blown, hand-formed, and signed by the artists. Located on Highway 27, in the center of Palouse, 15 minutes north of Pullman. Open Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also Saturday 10 a.m to 4 p.m. To learn the art of glass blowing, call 509-878-8425 or toll-free at 1-866-888-8425.

The Works Gallery at the Bronze Works in Tacoma features fine art casting. Open for individual and group tours during regular business hours. Call 360-427-3857 for information to schedule tours to see casting.