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Lampwork Glassmaking Creative Workshop Reviews

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This is a fun activity in Stratford, London

This hands-on lampwork glass workshop in London is designed for anyone looking for a creative and rewarding crafting experience — whether you’re a complete beginner or simply curious about working with glass.

During the session, you will work with molten glass in the flame and learn core lampworking techniques with step-by-step guidance from an experienced instructor. Choose between two workshop options:

** Taster class - 1 hour **
Best for: participants who want a fun, hands-on introduction in a short time.
- Create one or more glass flowers during the session.
- Learn essential heating, shaping, and basic flame-control techniques.
- Step-by-step guidance from an experienced tutor.
- You can bring your finished piece home.

** Creative class - 2 hours [Recommended] **
Best for: participants looking for flexibility, variety, and more creative options.
- Choose from 20+ creative project options, including: flower, figurine, jewellery, seasonal designs, and more.
- Learn a wider range of lampwork techniques.
- Step-by-step guidance from an experienced tutor.
- Create one or more handcrafted glass pieces.
- Includes a beautiful gift package.

All materials, tools, and safety equipment are provided, and a short safety training is included at the start of each session. By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with your own handcrafted glass pieces, beautifully packaged and ready to keep or gift.

**Please note:**
- Other workshops may run at the same time.
- Duration shown as 2 hours, but actual workshop time depends on the option selected.
- Additional time may be needed for glass cooling (~10 mins).

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"Marianne Harris"
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“My nan attended the Bento Class Lampwork Glassmaking Creative Workshop, expecting an enjoyable and creative experience. Unfortunately, it turned into a very unpleasant experience that she is still dealing with three weeks later. During the workshop, my nan suffered an awful burn to her hand. What was particularly concerning was that she was not provided with any ice or appropriate immediate support for the injury. For a workshop involving hot glass and obvious safety risks, I would have thought basic first aid and appropriate care would be a fairly reasonable expectation — apparently not. The fact that the injury is still present three weeks later makes the whole situation even more disappointing. This was not simply a minor inconvenience that disappeared once she went home; she has continued to have the consequences of the injury weeks after attending. She also paid £100 for this workshop, which makes the experience even harder to justify. Paying that much money for an activity only to leave with a burn and feel that the injury was not properly dealt with is hardly what I would consider good value. Perhaps the organisers could consider making participant safety and aftercare slightly more of a priority in future. At £100 per person, I don't think that is an especially outrageous expectation. Overall, a deeply disappointing experience. I certainly wouldn't recommend it based on what happened to my nan.”
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Posted 2 months ago
Harold Bourne
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“I had a great time under Holly's and Eva's guidance. I made a Lilly and as I had a bit of time left over I made a jellyfish too. Amazing to see how you can mix colours, bend and shape the glass into it's desired form. Even adjusting something was as simple as heating it up and bending into position. Would definitely recommend the experience to anyone wanting to make something different and unique.”
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Posted 2 months ago
Janice Hobbs
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“Very well organised. Tip: have a look at the Fire Petal Insta to get an idea of what you will be making as deciding what to create was the trickiest part. We went for cactuses and Iris flowers. The instructors Holly and Hannah were so helpful and encouraging. We never felt we were just left to work it out on our own.”
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Carolyne Megan
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“Sadly I was unwell and unable to attend the class I have Long Covid with asthma and fatigue”
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Benjamin T Roberts
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“Was very welcoming and the studio felt well equipped. Teacher was patient and gave good instructions.”
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Françoise Armanville
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“Thanks for this moment and a big thanks for Anna! See you soon”
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Alyssa Alarilla
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“Super fun! Staff were friendly and super helpful :) would book again definitely”
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Kim-Jaye McCaffer
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“Had a wonderful time in the 2 hour workshop with Meg as our teacher. Great demonstration and advice given throughout. Takes some time to get the hang of so I would recommend 2 hours or more when you book. Studio was easy to find and there was a range of equipment and colours to choose from. Really pleased about there being AC in the studio!!”
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