Rigdiculously Small– (3 hours) We are looking for the world’s smallest rig. NOT SOLID. Standard prep rules apply.

Opalicious – (3 hours) Use the “Dopals Opals” opal C provided on a functional piece. These pieces will be tested and judged for their functionality as well as presentation. Standard prep rules apply (plus opal “C” you will receive at the show).

Yin vs. Yang – (3 hours) dark vs. light, night vs. day, winter vs. summer, etc. Make a piece that emphasizes balance in one way or another. Standard prep rules apply.

Gold n Dreams – (3 hours) Create a piece where gold fume is the focal point, something buyers will dream of owning. Standard prep rules apply.

Buddies– (7 hours) 2 are better than one!(2 person collab)You and a teammate of your choice will be able to bring a 6×6 box of any pre-made elements they wish. No theme necessary. One box per team, the box must fully close (nothing can be exposed). Otherwise standard prep rules apply. ( Please confirm your teammates availability before signing up).

In 20 min time– (20 min heats) What can you make out of your mystery bag in 20 min time? Inspired by the EGS Glass Challenge: Competitors are allowed 3 tools to start, they will receive a bag of assorted glass and have 3 min to decide what to do with it. All competitors will be on National hand torches we will provide for them. These pieces will not be annealed and will be judged immediately upon that heats conclusion. There will be multiple heats leading to a final round towards the end of the third day. (This game does not count towards the 3 game limit).

Venetian – (3 hours) Look it up… Translate Venetian style into a functional piece. Standard prep rules apply.

ROYGBIV – (3 hours) Games 1-7= ROYGBIV, what is ROYGBIV? Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo, and Violet makes a rainbow. Incorporate the rainbow into your piece. Standard prep rules apply.