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The Glass Palette - Interactive Glass Art Studio

110 5th Street NE, Charlottesville, VA 22902
434-977-9009
5.0 of 5 stars 22 Reviews
Type: Educational Sites
Owner description: Introducing the only interactive studio of its kind in Virginia... Drop in any time and create one-of-a-kind glass gifts, hand made by YOU. No...... more » Owner description: Introducing the only interactive studio of its kind in Virginia... Drop in any time and create one-of-a-kind glass gifts, hand made by YOU. No experience required - we'll show you how!Create beautiful fused glass jewelry, sun catchers, candle holders, picture frames, etc. Make your own sandblasted glasses or plates. There's something for everyone! All ages are welcome. The possibilities are endless!Visit our gift gallery for unique handmade glass art. « less
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Washington DC
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

This is a wonderful place where you can let your imagination run wild in the area of glassmaking. The owner, Maria, is very patient and kind with newbies like me, and it is also a great place for children. There was a birthday party of little girls all having a blast working on their projects. The shop does the firing,... More

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Butler
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012
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I came to Virginia time share at Massanutten last year on vacation and made a trip to the GLASS PALETTE when my husband found it on-line for me. I made a really cool project, so i couldnt wait to come back this year again!!! Marie and Cara are mother/daugter team and co-owners--neither could be more wonderful or accomodating. I brought... More

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haymarket
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012
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person found this review helpful

I was brought here by a friend and have now introduced four more friends. It is so much fun and you don't have to be artistic, just willing to try. I have created a bowl, a clock, window art, stand alone pieces, gifts, and my list for future projects keeps on going. The owners are absolututely wonderful to spring ideas... More

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Columbia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012
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person found this review helpful

Our projects just arrived and they are fantastic! We stopped by the studio during a recent visit to Charlottesville. The people were so incredibly friendly & encourage our kids (8yrs old boys) to be creative. The glass projects are the perfect souvenir for our spring break trip. I wish we lived closer-we'd definately go back! More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012
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I really enjoyed my visit to the Glass Palette. I live in Charlottesville and definitely plan on going back sometime soon. They were very very helpful, because glass cutting, etc was very tricky and sometimes frustrating, but it was really unique and overall very fun. I wouldn't say this is a very good place for small kids (there's glass, so... More

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New York City, New York
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012
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person found this review helpful

The people here are tremendously friendly and will help you create your masterpiece. Be advised it not instantaneous and you will either have to have your creation mailed to you or pick it up less than a week later. This make sense, since they have to fire it in a kiln! More

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Charlottesville, Virginia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2012

My daughter has been making glass art projects here for the past 5 years. If she could go every month she probably would. More

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herndon, va
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012
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If you want a fun and low pressure creative experience, this is your place! Due to the nature of the art form, you can tinker w/ the placement of your glass pieces for as long as you like before you commit to your design. And once you see your finished work of art... it's pretty darn cool! :) Also, upon... More

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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 November 2011
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My aunt and I met for a weekend in Charlottesville and before we came, she'd found The Glass Palette on Trip Advisor. We spent a wonderful Sunday afternoon there, and came home with some gorgeous glass jewelry that we made! Maria DiMassimo and daughter Cara are co-owners of The Glass Palette and are a wonderful complement to each other; one... More

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Leesburg, Virginia
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2011
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Was in town for a wedding and we found the Glass Palette thanks to Trip Advisor. The afternoon of 9/23/11 was a blast: learning to cut glass of many different colors and shapes, laying them out in our chosen designs/patterns, and even added some lettering to make the item really personal. It was a unique, fun filled afternoon. Thank you... More

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