Introductory Half Day Glassblowing Class

Get hands-on with the magic of glass at this glassblowing class in South East London.



3 hours Class size 5 to 10 guests       £260 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Step into the hot shop and take part in a half day glassblowing class in London at Gather, a working furnace-powered studio known for its bold colour and contemporary glassware.
In this beginner glassblowing workshop, you’ll get hands-on with molten glass and create your own small vase or carafe from start to finish, guided by expert glassmakers throughout.
We begin by introducing the core tools and basic techniques, before moving on to selecting your colours. You’ll then gather glass from the furnace at over 1000°C, shape it using traditional methods, and blow it into a functional vessel. No previous experience is needed.
What’s included:
A half day glassblowing session (afternoon)
One person making one finished piece
Choice of curated Gather colour combinations
Hands-on instruction in a real hot-glass studio
Class details
Duration: Approx. 3 hours
Location: Gather Glassblowing Studio, London
Ages: 18+
Piece made: One vase or carafe
Your glass will cool slowly overnight in the annealer and will be ready to collect after 48 hours. We can also pack and ship your piece by courier for £10.
What you'll get
One piece of handmade glass
Location

Unit 4, Submarine Cable Depot, Bloc, Warspite Rd, London SE18 5NX

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Gather
Gather

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Gather is a handmade glassware studio based in Woolwich, London, creating vibrant, sculptural pieces designed for joyful gatherings. Founded by glassmaker and designer Phoebe Stubbs, the studio brings 18 years of experience to every object and workshop.
Gather began during the pandemic as a way to reconnect, both with the craft of glassmaking and with friends around the table. The studio’s first collection, The Miami Collection, celebrated bold colour and playful form, setting the tone for Gather’s mission: to make glass that’s made to last, made by hand, and made to bring people together.
Glassblowing classes at Gather offer a rare, exciting opportunity to work with molten glass in a real production studio. From beginners to creative professionals, hundreds of students have experienced the thrill of gathering, shaping, and finishing their own pieces.
The studio is committed to future-proofing this endangered craft - running electric furnaces to reduce emissions, recycling waste glass, and sharing hands-on knowledge through welcoming, beginner-friendly teaching.
Whether attending a short workshop or exploring in-depth skills, guests are invited to experience this historic craft up close, and leave with something truly one-of-a-kind.

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2026-07-24 15:00:00
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