Lisa Collins is a Fort Worth, Texas–based stained glass mosaic artist creating luminous, hand‑crafted work since 2011. Working at the intersection of traditional stained glass and contemporary mosaic, she assembles color, texture, and recycled glass into sculptural panels and installations that celebrate light, pattern, and everyday narratives. In addition to her studio practice, Lisa teaches community classes and workshops — including programs with the Woodlands Art League in The Woodlands, TX — and leads Art Parties in private homes for students of all ages. Her teaching emphasizes accessible techniques, material reuse, and playful experimentation. Lisa maintains an active commission and exhibition practice and lives and works in Fort Worth, Texas.

Southwestern Stained Glass Mosaic: The Chili Ristra Workshop

Brighten your home with a touch of the Southwest! Join us for an immersive, full-day creative experience where you will handcraft a vibrant 9"x 5" stained glass mosaic of a classic chili Ristra. Using a palette of bold reds, greens, and yellows, you’ll transform raw stained glass into a stunning piece of art guided by expert instruction.

This workshop takes you through the complete mosaic process. In the morning, you’ll master the use of handheld wheeled nippers to cut glass and fit a predetermined Ristra design. The afternoon is dedicated to the technical finishing touches: mixing grout, applying it to your design, and final polishing.

Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM 

Cost: $250 per student

Capacity: Limited to 10 participants for personalized, 1-on-1 guidance.

All-Inclusive: We provide everything you need, including:Vibrant red, green, and yellow stained glass, a custom-made 9"x 5" wood-framed glass substrate with hangers, Professional tools ( wheeled nippers and straight cutters), adhesives, grout, and cleaning supplies.

While we provide the design framework and materials, no two projects are the same! Under the artist's guidance, your final mosaic will reflect your own creative interpretation and personal style. You’ll walk away with a ready-to-hang masterpiece that is uniquely yours.  Lisa's work is on display at The Merc if you'd like to see finished pieces to get an idea of what you will take home.

Payment is required to reserve your seat.   Refunds are not possible but in the event that you cannot attend you can transfer your ticket to another person; tickets are only valid for this workshop.

Lisa Collins is a Fort Worth, Texas–based stained glass mosaic artist creating luminous, hand‑crafted work since 2011. Working at the intersection of traditional stained glass and contemporary mosaic, she assembles color, texture, and recycled glass into sculptural panels and installations that celebrate light, pattern, and everyday narratives. In addition to her studio practice, Lisa teaches community classes and workshops — including programs with the Woodlands Art League in The Woodlands, TX — and leads Art Parties in private homes for students of all ages. Her teaching emphasizes accessible techniques, material reuse, and playful experimentation. Lisa maintains an active commission and exhibition practice and lives and works in Fort Worth, Texas.

Southwestern Stained Glass Mosaic: The Chili Ristra Workshop

Brighten your home with a touch of the Southwest! Join us for an immersive, full-day creative experience where you will handcraft a vibrant 9"x 5" stained glass mosaic of a classic chili Ristra. Using a palette of bold reds, greens, and yellows, you’ll transform raw stained glass into a stunning piece of art guided by expert instruction.

This workshop takes you through the complete mosaic process. In the morning, you’ll master the use of handheld wheeled nippers to cut glass and fit a predetermined Ristra design. The afternoon is dedicated to the technical finishing touches: mixing grout, applying it to your design, and final polishing.

Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM 

Cost: $250 per student

Capacity: Limited to 10 participants for personalized, 1-on-1 guidance.

All-Inclusive: We provide everything you need, including:Vibrant red, green, and yellow stained glass, a custom-made 9"x 5" wood-framed glass substrate with hangers, Professional tools ( wheeled nippers and straight cutters), adhesives, grout, and cleaning supplies.

Your Unique Vision: While we provide the design framework and materials, no two projects are the same! Under the artist's guidance, your final mosaic will reflect your own creative interpretation and personal style. You’ll walk away with a ready-to-hang masterpiece that is uniquely yours.

Southwestern Style Sterling and Stone Jewelery-Making:

Have you always secretly dreamed of learning how to be a silversmith?!

We've got you! Over the course of this 3-hour beginner-friendly workshop, you will learn the basics of silversmithing and leave with your very own custom ring, or pendant.

First you pick a stone and decide if you want a ring or a pendant.  Then Kayla will provide personalized, one-on-one instruction as she guides you through the process of creating your own wearable jewelry.

You will leave with a completely finished, wearable piece of art that you created!

Time: 1:00PM-4:00PM

Cost: $250 per student

Capacity: Limited to 6 participants for personalized, 1-on-1 guidance.

All-Inclusive: We provide everything you need, including: stones to choose from, silverplate and wire, solder, every tool you need, soldering supplies, stamping tools, finishing tools, etc.

Due to the one-on-one attention this workshop requires, we will schedule staggered arrival times during the 3 hour period.   Someone from the Merc will contact you directly to schedule your arrival time.

Your Unique Vision: While we provide the design framework, instruction and materials, no two projects are the same!  With Kayla's supervision, your finished jewelry will reflect your own creative interpretation and personal style. You’ll walk away wearing your masterpiece.

Southwestern Style Sterling and Stone Jewelery-Making:

Have you always secretly dreamed of learning how to be a silversmith?!

We've got you! Over the course of this 3-hour beginner-friendly workshop, you will learn the basics of silversmithing and leave with your very own custom ring, or pendant.

First you pick a stone and decide if you want a ring or a pendant.  Then Kayla will provide personalized, one-on-one instruction as she guides you through the process of creating your own wearable jewelry.

You will leave with a completely finished, wearable piece of art that you created!

Time: 1:00PM-4:00PM

Cost: $250 per student

Capacity: Limited to 6 participants for personalized, 1-on-1 guidance.

All-Inclusive: We provide everything you need, including: stones to choose from, silverplate and wire, solder, every tool you need, soldering supplies, stamping tools, finishing tools, etc.

Due to the one-on-one attention this workshop requires, we will schedule staggered arrival times during the 3 hour period.   Someone from the Merc will contact you directly to schedule your arrival time.

Your Unique Vision: While we provide the design framework, instruction and materials, no two projects are the same!  With Kayla's supervision, your finished jewelry will reflect your own creative interpretation and personal style. You’ll walk away wearing your masterpiece.