Create Pretty Glass Rings, Flowers & More At This Lampworking Workshop In Seri Kembangan
'Clearly' a must-try activity.
Cover image via @bearylampwork (Instagram)Always find glass jewellery and décor mesmerising?
You can flame your inner artist and learn how to create your own miniature glass sculptures to take home with you!
Beary Lampwork Studio, located in Seri Kembangan, has glass lampworking classes where they teach you how to manipulate glass rods and shape molten glass into beautiful, personalised creations such as rings, flowers, and other accessories.
The studio offers one-day beginner workshops, themed sessions, and comprehensive short courses for you to learn the art of glass lampworking.
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For their one-day workshops, there are three beginner-friendly classes where you'll be taught the basics of lampworking
These introductory two-hour sessions will guide you through the process of heating and shaping glass rods, learning to create fundamental forms like perfect spheres and straight lines.
With all the materials and tools provided, you'll also receive thorough guidance on handling the equipment and implementing necessary safety precautions. This includes learning about the tools you'll be using, such as torches, rods, and mandrels, as well as the various types and colours of glass available.
You'll also learn colour mixing, allowing you to customise your creations with vibrant hues and one-of-a-kind patterns.
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The Glass Ring Making Workshop lets you personalise your own single loop rings for RM190 per person
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You can create lifelike and delicate floral sculptures in their Glass Mini Flowers Bouquet Workshop
In this class, you'll learn to form and shape petals, leaves, and stems, mixing different colours to achieve your desired palette.
You are free to make as many glass flowers as you can within the allotted two-hour duration to personalise your own charming bouquet.
The workshop fee is RM220 per person, and a 5% discount is offered for groups of four or more participants.
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Similar to their mini bouquet workshop, the Eternal Glass Flower Workshop teaches you to craft larger, more intricate blooms
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For RM250 per pax, you can leave with a beautiful glass flower handcrafted by you!
Plus, you'll be able to add texture and realism to your creations by blending different coloured glass rods.
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The studio's themed sessions let you create unique glass pieces.
Currently, their Jellyfish Pendant Workshop produces a mesmerising glass pendant inspired by the ethereal beauty of jellyfish.
As with all of Beary Lampwork's workshops, participants are provided with all necessary tools and materials, and briefed on basic safety instructions.
This two-hour workshop has a special focus on sculpting organic, marine-inspired shapes, with a key emphasis on creating the smooth, flowing forms that mirror the soft curves and undulations of jellyfish tentacles.
The fee for this workshop is RM330 per participant, with a 5% discount available for groups of four or more.
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For those interested in a deeper dive into the art form, there is also a comprehensive four-session Lampworking Glass Jewelry Course
Perfect for jewellery aficionados, you'll have 10 essential techniques under your belt by the end of it!
Over the four sessions, you'll design and create your own glass accessories, with a dedicated freestyle session to showcase your artistic flair and personal style.
The course is held on Saturdays and Sundays from 2pm to 5pm, with a total duration of 12 hours. While the course has a 30-day completion window from your first session, it does not adhere to a rigid weekly schedule.
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Want to forge your own glass creations?
Here's where to find Beary Lampwork Studio:
Address:
16-3, Kompleks Komersil Akasa, Jalan Akasa, Akasa Cheras Selatan, 43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor
Opening hours:
10am to 5pm (Thursdays to Sundays)
Closed from Mondays to Wednesdays.
The studio operates by appointment basis only. You can find more info and sign up for their workshops here.
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