Are you ready to become a connoisseur of fine glass? Dive into our comprehensive guide and uncover the secrets to selecting the finest glass pieces.

Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting out, we've got you covered. Our guide is packed with insider tips and tricks to help you make savvy choices and buy with absolute confidence.

Get the first chance to buy new products and seasonal signature items!

Glass Academy Loyalty League members get the opportunity to browse new releases before everyone else and pre-order new items at a discounted price.

Join the Loyalty League and get exclusive access to private surveys that help us create new products, events, and perks you’ll enjoy!

For each survey you complete we’ll send you a thank you via snail mail! And because we love a bit of friendly competition, sometimes filling out a survey gives you a shot at winning unique, one-of-a-kind items.

Hop on board as a Loyalty League member and enjoy a curated collection of hand-blown glass art!

Every quarter, we’ll surprise you with unique glass items, handcrafted by our glassblowing team.

Do you wish you could see the Gathering Point pieces cooled down and finished? Loyalty League members receive Annealer Reveals directly to their inboxes! These videos allow us to show you the finished products up close

The Annealer Reveal videos are where we spill the beans about Tuesday’s show. What really goes on behind the scenes? What challenges did we face?

Your membership helps us safeguard our unique ideas. It allows us to develop these concepts in a protected space before they dazzle the market. By joining us, you’re a valued partner in our artistic journey.

Step right up for an exclusive peek behind the curtain with our Loyalty League members-only Facebook group! Ever wondered what makes our studio tick? Here's your golden ticket!

Enjoy weekly, personal, behind-the-scenes videos of the studio! Tune in to livestreams during seasonal events! Chat with other glass lovers! Share your curated collections!

Encounter a community of glass lovers from all over who share your passion for art. This is your backstage pass to all things awesome – don't miss out!

For a riveting two hours on The Gathering Point show, you get a front-row seat to a performance where art meets mastery right before your eyes! The extra bonus as a Loyalty League member? YOU get a magic link that allows you to purchase the first piece made on the show.

Called the “Warmer-Upper” or “Members’ Piece,” the first glass piece made on the show is only available for purchase by Loyalty League members. Each week members receive a link to their email before the show starts which allows them this exclusive access!

The Glass Academy, dreamt up by the brilliant minds of Michelle Plucinsky and Chris Nordin, is a playground for creativity.

We're on a mission to show you how handcrafted glass can jazz up your day-to-day life and add a touch of magic to your home decor. Every piece we make tells a story, and every experience opens a door to endless possibilities. Let's transform the ordinary into the extraordinary together!

"I first became a Star Supporter and upgraded to Loyalty League membership to further support the Glass Academy. As a retiree, I, along with my daughter Tammy, have enjoyed both the Tuesday night virtual shows and visiting the shop in person. We enjoy the community support of the Glass Academy, especially due to our individual limitations. We’ve faced challenges finding activities we can do together, and it’s refreshing to find humanity and kindness within the Glass Academy community. Staff have always been welcoming and their interactions feel genuine. In addition to their sense of humor, the glass blowers definitely show creativity and a passion for molding glass. Additional support staff are wonderful with assisting customers and other staff as needed. I now know their names and I’ve interacted enough on the virtual shows, purchased, and visited in person, that staff now knows me and Tammy. (It can even feel a bit like Cheers, especially with the Michigan Room). Even with those that aren’t local, it’s awesome the way staff acknowledges and engages with those watching the virtual shows and live feeds.

I learned about the membership by watching the Tuesday night show and by looking at the Glass Academy website. Being a member provides for behind the scenes at the Glass Academy. I love the Annealer Reveals and seeing what new products are being developed. Membership allows for the chance to purchase the Weekly Warmer-Upper.

Also, cool gifts and other perks are given throughout the year. Michelle, Lizzie, and staff are so thoughtful and creative in giving back to the customer to feel special.

This is such a wonderful family small business. The way the customer is welcomed in to feel like family is fully worth it to support the Glass Academy as a Loyalty League Member."

~ Karen L.

"I found out about the membership program at a Happy Hour class. I didn’t join at this point but it was in the back of my head.

Then I watch the Gathering Point every Tuesday and always the first piece made is for Loyalty League only. That’s just one of the perks.

You have access to the Annealer Reveal every Thursday to see the final pieces made on TGP. You receive quarterly gifts made by GA. They are always amazing! You get behind the scenes content on the Facebook page for members only. Sometimes throughout the year you receive a discount that you can use for any product. With some of the bigger Gathering Point shows you get the first pick of the items for sale that night.

I became a member in November of 2024 and have never regretted it. To be able to support a family owned small business that creates such beautiful and stunning pieces makes me feel good. If you’re on the fence about becoming a member I highly recommend it."

~ Annette E.

"I have remained a member because I like all the interaction. Ok, and the gifts are awesome too. Getting way more stuff than what you pay for a month."

~ Katie B.

"I would recommend the Glass Academy to anyone looking for hand blown glass. They are an awesome group of people."

~ Jamie R.​