PHILADELPHIA WORKSHOP FIELD GUIDE
Molten Glass, Cool Edges: Crafting a Double‑Walled Candy Dish in East Falls
A 2.5‑hour beginner glassblowing workshop at East Falls Glassworks where skilled instructors guide you to shape molten glass into your own double‑walled candy dish.
Molten Glass, Cool Edges: Crafting a Double‑Walled Candy Dish in East Falls.
This one‑day, beginner‑level workshop in Philadelphia teaches the fundamentals of glassblowing as participants are guided through shaping molten glass into a double‑walled candy dish. No prior experience is required—skilled instructors lead the process, making it a focused, hands‑on creative session suitable for first‑time makers.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Hands‑on glassblowing for beginners
Guided by experienced instructors, participants learn to gather and shape molten glass with the aim of producing a double‑walled candy dish—an accessible introduction to hot‑glass techniques for newcomers.
A custom double‑walled candy dish
The session centers on creating a unique, double‑walled candy dish that you shape yourself—an immediate, tangible result of the workshop’s hands‑on focus.
Instruction from skilled staff
Skilled instructors lead every step of the process, making the workshop approachable for those with no prior glassblowing experience while maintaining attention to safe technique.
What the day feels like
What the workshop feels like
The session is a concentrated, instructor‑led experience: you arrive at the studio, work at a station under guided supervision, and learn the basic motions and timing needed to shape molten glass into a double‑walled candy dish. Expect an intense, focused period of hands‑on work tailored to beginners.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this workshop suits—and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The workshop runs up to 2.5 hours.
Wear comfortable, breathable clothing made of natural fibers (jeans and a cotton T‑shirt recommended). Avoid polyester, rayon, and similar synthetics.
Put on closed‑toed shoes (no sandals or flip‑flops) and leave jewelry at home.
Sessions begin at East Falls Glassworks; arrive prepared and sober—the studio reserves the right to forfeit enrollment for intoxicated attendees.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the workshop?
The workshop is up to 2.5 hours long.
Do I need prior glassblowing experience?
No prior experience is needed; the workshop is designed for total beginners and is instructor‑led.
Is there an age minimum?
The workshop is recommended for ages 13 and up.
What should I wear?
Wear comfortable, breathable natural fibers (for example, jeans and a cotton T‑shirt) and closed‑toed shoes; avoid polyester, rayon, sandals, flip‑flops, and leave jewelry at home.
Can I attend if I'm intoxicated?
No—do not come to class intoxicated. Attendance while intoxicated risks forfeit of your enrollment.
How many people can attend a session?
Sessions accommodate up to 21 spots.