Makawao 30-Minute Glassblowing Class

Step into a private hot shop for a hands-on introduction to glassblowing. Create a heart, paperweight, or full-size blown ornament with guidance from a local artist.

• Choose colors from the glass color options
• Shape molten glass into your selected design
• Work directly with a skilled glass artist
• Explore the studio gallery while friends or family watch, take photos, or film

Itinerary

1. Brief safety orientation and waiver check-in.
2. Personalized instruction as you gather and shape molten glass.
3. Complete the piece and allow it to cool in the annealing oven (pickup typically next business day).

What's Included

• Safety gear and orientation
• One-on-one artist instruction
• Glass color selection
• One handcrafted glass piece

Important details

• Arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled class for check-in and safety instructions
• Sign the safety waiver before arriving
• Wear closed-toe shoes; Crocs, sandals, slippers, and water shoes are not permitted
• Tie back loose or long hair
• Ages 5–13 require an accompanying adult during the experience; ages 14+ may attend independently
• Participants under 14 must wear gloves during the experience
• Requires the ability to follow instructions and safely handle hot glass with instructor guidance
• Participation may be refused if you appear impaired by alcohol or drugs