Entry No. 40 — the Milwaukee file — filed under: stained glass
Eucalyptus & Company
A botanical and fine-craft art studio in Riverwest hosting intimate workshops in stained glass and ceramics.
The story
Riverwest runs on a distinct brand of neighborhood DIY hustle, but on East Chambers Street, Eucalyptus & Company pulls off a specific triple threat: floral design studio, ceramic workshop, and stained glass parlor. It is an unpretentious workroom where botanical stems, raw clay, and sheets of colored glass share table space depending on the night's calendar.
The studio's work leans explicitly into nature-inspired handcraft. Rather than handing you plastic templates or pre-cut kits, the workshops throw you directly into the manual mechanics of working with raw glass and clay. You'll learn to score, snap, grind, copper-foil, and solder stained glass panels, or work with clay from wet shape to fired vessel.
What it's like
Expect a compact, tactile workspace filled with the whine of wet glass grinders and the hum of small-group instruction. You will strap on safety glasses, grab a glass cutter, and work through the multi-step process of turning raw glass sheets into suncatchers or frames. Workshop seats are limited and tend to book out early online; arrive in closed-toe shoes and clothes you do not mind getting a little dusty or damp.
The move: Attend a evening stained glass workshop to cut, grind, foil, and solder vibrant glass suncatchers or picture frames under guided instruction.
- 📍 Riverwest
- 💸 $$
- ⚡ Up for anything
- 🌗 Indoors
Where: 800 E Chambers St, Milwaukee, WI 53212
Hours: Added 2026-07-21 — confirm current hours before you go.
Pair it with
- Foundation Tiki Bar — Walk four blocks south down Riverwest after class to trade soldering irons for dark rum cocktails inside a legendary neighborhood tiki sanctuary.
- Black Cat Alley — Follow up your indoor fine-craft workshop with a brief trip across the river to wander this alleyway packed with large-scale street art.
- HoneyBee Sage Wellness & Apothecary Cafe — Head west into Bronzeville after your botanical art session for non-alcoholic craft herbal drinks that complement the studio's plant-focused vibe.
Good to know
What kinds of classes do they offer?
They host regular evening and weekend adult workshops focusing on stained glass techniques, pottery and ceramics, as well as occasional special arts events like pet portrait paint nights.
Do I need any prior art experience?
No. Classes are built for all experience levels, covering foundational steps like scoring, grinding, glass foiling, soldering, and basic wheel or hand-building clay work.
Where is the studio located and when are they open?
The studio sits at 800 E Chambers Street in Riverwest. Class schedules vary monthly, but general studio hours run Saturdays from 10am to 4pm—be sure to verify session times online before going.
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Further reading: Official site · shepherdexpress.com
last checked: 2026-07-21