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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
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* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at £500. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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ClassBento money-back guarantee
Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at £500. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Q: Is the lacquer safe to work with?
Yes, with one thing to check first. We work with raw natural lacquer (urushi), and gloves are provided and worn throughout — you won't touch it with bare skin at any point. Raw lacquer does contain urushiol, the same compound found in poison ivy, and a small number of people are sensitive to it. Please don't book if you've reacted to poison ivy or poison oak, are allergic to mango skin, cashews or ginkgo, or get contact dermatitis or eczema on your hands. If you're not sure, message me before booking and I'll happily talk it through.
Q: Do I need to bring anything?
Just yourself. All materials, tools, aprons, gloves and tea are provided.
Q: Is this good as a gift?
It's one of the better ones, honestly — it's unusual enough that almost nobody has done it before. You can gift this class directly, or gift a ClassBento gift card and let them choose their own date.
Q: What ages is this class suitable for?
A: Adults & 16+ years. An adult must accompany any attending kids (the adult may observe for free).
Q: What's the cancellation policy?
A: Free to cancel or reschedule up until 3 days before the class
Q: How long does the class run for, and what's the price?
A: 1.5 hours, £35 - £40 per guest (£40 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, £35/guest for 3+ guests)
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Float natural lacquer on water and marble your own bookmarks and folding fan, in a small Edinburgh studio.
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arrow_right_alt arrow_downward- A short illustrated introduction to lacquer — where it comes from, how it's harvested, and why it's been treasured for millennia
- A live demonstration of the floating and combing techniques
- Hands-on practice on test paper, so you can feel how the colours move before committing
- Marbling your own set of bookmarks
- Marbling and assembling a traditional fan
- Finishing touches, tassels, and a cup of tea while everything sets
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This class is not available for purchase
What you'll get
You'll take home 10 to 20 finished marbled bookmarks with tassels, and one traditional fan — all made by you, all one of a kind.All materials, tools, aprons and tea are provided. Just bring yourself.
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Knowledge required
Complete beginners are very welcome — no drawing or craft experience needed.This works beautifully as a date, a mother-and-daughter afternoon, a birthday treat, or a small hen do. Suitable for ages 12+ (under 16s accompanied by an adult).
Suitable for
This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, birthday or hen do.
Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 16 years old).
An adult must accompany any attending kids (the adult may observe for free).
This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.
FAQ
Is the lacquer safe to work with?
Yes, with one thing to check first. We work with raw natural lacquer (urushi), and gloves are provided and worn throughout — you won't touch it with bare skin at any point.
Raw lacquer does contain urushiol, the same compound found in poison ivy, and a small number of people are sensitive to it. Please don't book if you've reacted to poison ivy or poison oak, are allergic to mango skin, cashews or ginkgo, or get contact dermatitis or eczema on your hands. If you're not sure, message me before booking and I'll happily talk it through.
Do I need to bring anything?
Just yourself. All materials, tools, aprons, gloves and tea are provided.
Is this good as a gift?
It's one of the better ones, honestly — it's unusual enough that almost nobody has done it before. You can gift this class directly, or gift a ClassBento gift card and let them choose their own date.
Location
Silvan House, 231 Corstorphine Rd, Corstorphine, Edinburgh EH12 7AT
The studio is at Silvan House on Corstorphine Road, directly opposite the main gates of Edinburgh Zoo — the bus stop is right at our door.
Your teacher
Ash Lab is a creative studio in Edinburgh where art becomes part of everyday life.We bring together traditional craftsmanship and contemporary creative practice, transforming heritage techniques into hands-on, playful experiences. We believe making art should be inspiring, approachable, and joyful.At Ash Lab, we learn, make, experiment, and create together—sharing ideas, celebrating the creative process, and building a community where everyone feels welcome.
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