Shape molten glass into a custom keepsake with private, hands-on artist guidance
20–30 minutes
1 to 2 people
Safety gear, instruction, one piece
Step into a private hot shop session and shape molten glass alongside a skilled local artist. Create one custom piece together, choosing a heart, paperweight, or full-size blown ornament and selecting colors from the glass bar.
Free cancellation with a full refund at least 48 hours before your class. Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable. No-shows and arrivals 15 or more minutes late are treated as cancellations without a refund. Reschedule with at least 24 hours' notice.
Product ID: MM94RN
Yes. This express experience is designed for 1–2 people creating one piece, and a glass piece can be shared by multiple participants.
Pick up your finished piece by 3 PM the next day or the next open business day. Shipping is available for an additional charge.
Glass can occasionally break during cooling or finishing. If your piece breaks before pickup or shipment, the team will recreate a similar piece at no additional charge.
903 Haliimaile Rd Makawao, HI 96768
Glass blowing sounds intimidating, and plenty of people show up nervous. What's clear from the reviews is that the instructors here, Emmy, Olivia, Jess, Jake, Stephanie, and others, are genuinely skilled at easing those nerves and getting complete beginners actively involved in the process. Reviewers consistently mention how hands-on the experience feels compared to similar studios elsewhere, with participants choosing their own colors, blowing and shaping the glass themselves, and walking away with something they're proud to display at home. The vibe at Makai Glass leans warm and unhurried. Several reviewers specifically noted that instructors take their time rather than rushing groups through, and the studio itself is described as clean, organized, and professionally run. Families with kids, couples, and friend groups all seem to have a great time, and the range of creatable pieces, from whale tails and turtles to wine glasses and waves, gives people a few different options to consider. Many visitors are already fans of the gallery before ever taking a class, which says a lot about the quality of work coming out of this place.
If visiting Maui, this is a definite place to stop by. We had a class with Emmy and she was spectacular. A wealth of information and she shared so much with us to help in making our glass creations become a true experience. Please make the time and enjoy this wonderful experience.
David DeTuccio
September 8, 2026
If visiting Maui, this is a definite place to stop by. We had a class with Emmy and she was spectacular. A wealth of information and she shared so much with us to help in making our glass creations become a true experience. Please make the time and enjoy this wonderful experience.
David DeTuccio
September 8, 2026
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