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Master Gardeners of Southern Maryland Demostration
The Glass Garden Shoppe will host the Master Gardeners of Southern Maryland at 2:00PM on Saturday June 19 at the Shoppe. Container gardening will be the topic. If you wanted to know how to grow all type of plants in containers, here is a great oppurtunity to get expert advise form local master gardeners. Space is limited and first come first served. Telephone registration will save you a seat. So sign up early, and be prepared to learn, so you can have the best container garden in your neighborhood.
Edited: June 13th, 2010
Warehouse Sale Event
Saturday and Sunday , June 19th and 20th is our Warehouse Sale Event, which is store wide summer clearance sale. Dishware, linen, plants, seeds and more will be on sale from 10 to 70% off. Come on out and take advantage of a great deal.
Edited: June 13th, 2010
Six Easy Houseplants for Busy People by Teri Wilson
Here are six types of houseplants that can stand a bit of forgetfulness and not die immediately if they miss a watering. All of them will grow in indirect light and tolerate the indoor temperatures most of us live in (55 to 75 degrees). These plants are nearly indestructible and will only suffer from TOO MUCH WATERING.
1) Mother-in-law’s Tongue also known as Snake Plant or Sansevieria. This is a long living plant which is easy to care for. It can tolerate low light, but water it sparingly or it will rot. In the wintertime the plant needs only one or two waterings, depending on the humidity. The variegated types need more sunlight.
2) Spider Plant (Chorophytum Comosum) The Spider Plant seems to be eternally extending itself. It is rare to see one without a number of “babies” attached. Commonly grown in hanging baskets, Spider Plants will reach 2 to 2 and one half feet in width and 2 to 3 feet in length. They can become quite root-bound, so it is wise to repot them every few years. More Spider Plants may be started when the “babies” form roots and can be cut off and planted separately.
3) Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra Elatior) As its name implies it can grow under the worst conditions—even outside in deep shade. It prefers low light and grows in a clump. The leaves are pointy and swordlike. If grown indoors it will sometimes flower. A variegated type id available which features white stripes.
4) Dragon Tree (Dracaena Marginata) and Lucky Bamboo (Dracaena Sanderian)
Dracaena are often the anchor plant seen in planters on the Main Streets of America. They make very good easy care house plants. The Dragon Tree looks like a small palm and can reach ten feet. The Lucky Bamboo, which is not really a bamboo) also is a fun indoor plant. The like bright light and grow best if allowed to dry out between waterings, but will also tolerate low light. Should you forget to water them, they will spring back when they get a drink. Lucky Bamboo is frequently grown in water, but once it develops large roots it does better if planted in soil.
5) Pothos (Epipremnum) This plant is very easy to grow and very hard to kill. It is a
trailing plant that may grow more than ten feet tall. Pruning Pothos will make it fuller at the base. Cuttings may be rooted to start more plants. The plant prefers to dry out between waterings, but if goes without water too long the leaves will wilt, dry and fall. This plant tolerates all types of light, even florescent office light.
6) Christmas Cactus (Zygocactus or Schlumbergera This is a trailing member of the Cactus family that flowers deep pink or read in early winter. Ignoring this plant seems top make it thrive. It will tolerate low light, but produces more flowers if situated in bright light. If you prune the plant after it flowers it will remain bushy.
If you want your Christmas Cactus to bloom in December, keep it in complete darkness for twelve hours each night, starting in mid-October until buds appear.
An even easier way is to expose the cactus to cool temperatures (50-55 degrees) beginning in November. Put it in the coolest window of your home
Edited: March 28th, 2010
Upcoming Spring Classes
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Jewelry:
Fun with Sea Glass
Wire Wrapping
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Glass:
Using Sea Glass and other materials
Advanced Techniques in Fused Glass
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Gardening
Kids in the Garden Series
Birding 101
Starting a Container Garden
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Edited: January 26th, 2010
Glass Class Schedule
Intro to Stained Glass, Sunday, February 7, 2010 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm (Cost $160.00 All inclusive.) The class meets Sunday afternoons for 5 weeks coving safety, design, glass cutting, using copper foil, and soldering. Supplies are provided for the workshop: patterns, glass, foil, soldering, and flux, cutting tools, layout pins, markers and assorted tools necessary for the project. Participants will complete one approximately 8 ½” X 11” project, during the five week period. Class size is limited. Please call for reservation.
Intro to Fused Glass, Starting Saturday, February 20, 2010 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm and Saturday, February 27 2010 (2 Sessions) (Cost $125.00 All inclusive)
Learn the basics of the warm glass technique using a kiln. Create tiles, bowls and plates using sheet glass, glass stringers, glass rods, frit and paint.
Evening Glass Classes
Intro to Stained Glass Class, Thursday, February 25, 2010 from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (Cost $160.00 All inclusive.)
Intro to Fused Glass, Starting Tuesday, February 23, 2010 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm and Tuesday, March 2, 2010 (2 Sessions) (Cost $125.00 All inclusive)
Edited: January 26th, 2010
Evening Jewelry Class Schedule
Intro to Jewelry, Thursday, February 18, 2010 from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (Cost $35.00 plus Kit)
Advanced Jewelry, Thursday, February 25, 2010 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm (Cost $40.00 plus Kit)
Edited: January 26th, 2010
January Class Schedule
Advanced Jewelry, January 30, 2010 from 10:00 am to Noon (Cost $40.00 plus Kit)
Learn advanced techniques to enhance your jewelry designs. Class size is limited. Please call for reservation.
Intro to Fused Glass, Starting Saturday, January 30, 2010 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm and Saturday, February 6, 2010 (2 Sessions) (Cost $125.00 All inclusive)
Learn the basics of the warm glass technique using a kiln. Create tiles, bowls and plates using sheet glass, glass stringers, glass rods, frit and paint.
Edited: January 26th, 2010
Saturday Morning Class Schedule
Saturday Morning Jewelry Classes
Intro to Jewelry, Saturday, February 6, 2010 from 10:00 am – Noon (Cost $35.00 plus Kit)
Craft your own jewelry using semiprecious stones and sterling silver. Learn methods, stringing beads on flexible wire, crimping methods, stacking clasps, sizing and design. Participants will complete 1 pair of earrings and 1 necklace to keep. Class size is limited. Please call for reservation.
Valentine’s Day Jewelry, Saturday, February 13, 2010 from 10:00 am – Noon (Cost $40.00 all inclusive)
Design and create a treasured piece of jewelry for Valentine’s Day and other special occasions. Class size is limited; please call for reservations.
Turning Old into New, Saturday, February 20, 2010, from 10:00 am – Noon (Cost $35.00 plus Supplies As Needed)
Bring you broken or out dated jewelry and make a new treasure that reflects your own taste and style. A delightfully innovative class., come stimulate your imagination and creativity while having lots of fun. Class size is limited. Please call for reservation.
Edited: January 26th, 2010
Intro to Wreath Making, Topiaries and Natural Ornaments
December 5th & 12th 1-3 PM
December 8th & 15th 6-8 PM
December 9th & 16th 1-3 PM
Learn to make beautiful wreaths for every occasion. Please call 301-863-7199 to pre-register for the workshop. Space and class sizes are limited. Cost: $35.00.
Edited: December 1st, 2009
Jewelry-Making – Intro to Beading, Crimping and Tool Basics
Jewelry-Making with Janet Mahoney
Call for Dates
Craft your own jewelry using semiprecious stones & sterling silver. Learn methods, stringing beads on flexible wire, crimping methods, attaching clasps, sizing and design. Participants will complete 1 pair of earrings and 1 necklace to keep. *Note: Beginner – advanced. No experience necessary to participate. Please call 301-863-7199 to pre-register for each workshop. Class sizes are limited. Class is taught in The Glass Garden Shoppe’s studio. Cost: $30.00 + Kit (TBD-Several kits to select from). Tools will be provided.
Edited: December 1st, 2009