Imagine yourself as an alchemist creating stained glass with only compostable and renewable

raw materials. What are the ingredients, colors, and textures of this “bioglass”? What can we

discover about our physical and material environment with such a recipe?

Delve into the world of bioplastics and biomaterials by creating a unique piece of stained

bioglass ornament! Learn a versatile recipe adaptable to projects such as ornament-making,

jewelry, sculpture, and additional applications. This hands-on workshop will introduce

participants to the history and practice of biodegradable plastics, along with case studies at the

intersection of art, science, and design. The instructor will also share recommendations and

resources for setting up your own kitchen-friendly bioplastics practice.

Please note that the bioglass ornaments will require a few days to dry. Biotech without Borders

will coordinate pick up the following week after the workshop.

No previous experience necessary.

Course Agenda

10 min: Welcome + Intros

30 min: Plastics: A Material History

15 min: Sample Library + Demo

60 min: Hands-on activity

30 min: Theory + Case Studies

20 min: Discussion + Resources

Fan Kong (she/her) is an artist and researcher rooted in Queens, NYC. She works to build safe

and inclusive spaces where participants practice social change-making through the arts and

sciences, especially across languages and generations. Fan is the founder of Craft Services,

creating educational tools inspired by art and science.

Instagram @fakefankong