I checked out Ghostpepper Glass during the Austin Art Studio Tour and really loved it. They have a beautiful gallery space with so many unique glass pieces for sale. It's the kind of place where you can slowly wander around and keep noticing new details in each piece. I never made it to their original location, but this new space is big and spacious, which makes it easy to take everything in. It feels open, welcoming, and thoughtfully laid out. After seeing everything, I'm definitely interested in coming back to try one of their workshops at some point. It seems like such a cool, hands-on experience. read more

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I checked this spot out on the Austin Art Studio Tour and loved it. They have some beautiful pieces for sale in their gallery. All pretty expensive, but very enticing. They also have a big kennel with turf outside so you can bring your dogs. Whole place seems like a fun community. The show stopper was the glass blowing studio though! The instructor was so friendly and told us all about their classes and some about the glass blowing process. We got to watch some advanced students make some pieces which just made me want to start classes immediately. I'll update my review when I do. read more

I'm the marketing director of an architecture firm that has commissioned Ghost Pepper Glass to create custom pieces for our corporate clients. From working with us to personalize unique drinkware sets and glassware gifts to fulfilling orders by our holiday schedule, GPG makes the ordering process easy and worry-free. Our clients appreciate these works of art that are functional, memorable and a pleasure to use. I highly recommend Ghost Pepper Glass for your creative custom projects. read more

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I would highly recommend the Taste of Glassblowing class! I purchased this as a gift for my brother and then just tagged along myself; as the class was not 100% full they let me hang out in the glassblowing area to observe (and photograph of course) which was really cool! Well quite hot but you get what I mean :P The glass is very hands on; the instructors do enough to make sure that everyone gets a cool piece out of the class but they really work to make sure the participant is as involved as possible in each step. Though I think the price is worth the class itself; if you consider that they sell glass pumpkins in the shop for $50 the class is really a steal! All the instructors were fun, engaging, and informative, they let me byob, and all together this was just a great experience. I guess I have to buy the class for myself next time! read more

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Such a wonderful and unique experience for a family or group to bond over! Our family will never forget blowing glass at GPG. Austin is so fortunate to have this fascinating art/craft in its midst to watch or participate in. And, of course, the staff makes it comfortable and accessible. Enjoy, Austin! read more

It was so much fun! Definitely a great experience and worth the price. It's much easier than you think and the people are really great at helping the process run smoothly. The dogs are a great addition too! read more

Took my wife here for a little birthday celebration. Had an awesome time. We had a private class with Keith and had a great time. He was patient, informative, and fun to hangout with. We both learned a lot, got some hands on experience with glass making, and were able to make 4 unique pieces that turned out awesome. Hope to go back. Would recommend to anyone. read more

Did an intro to glassmaking class here. I can't draw a stick figure yet tomorrow I'll own a glass paperweight I made, assisted by a very patient instructor. Great date night! read more

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If you're thinking about going you better make sure you have the luckiest day and nothing goes wrong. I got a case of food poisoning the day of and tried to reschedule. Not only were they rude in correspondence but they also refused to refund or reschedule. I feel like my money was stolen. Worst of all this was a birthday gift to my lovely girlfriend and she is devastated. Imagine being sick and then a business kicks you while you're down. read more

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Great class with an amazing product output! So much fun! The teacher was patient, funny and informative. I would go back for more lessons or a private class to make something more complex. read more

My friends and I did a group class at Ghost Pepper and it was such a fun Saturday activity to do together, especially on a cold day with the garage door open letting the chill in but the warm furnaces keeping it cozy. Our instructors were super helpful and friendly, letting us control many parts of the making of the glass pieces, but also correcting along the way to fix our mess ups! They really prioritize safety which I appreciate and also will give you tips on colors that will look good and tips on technique as well. You get to stand and take videos of each other and watch friends create really cool things with their own touches of personality. Pick up of your item is usually by the next day once it has cooled which is really nice. The only thing I will note is that finding the actual place and finding the parking lot can be challenging, even though there is a lot of parking space open but the nearby streets are often very backed up and confusing to get to. Notably, they don't have a big sign, but their facility is the light blue building at the corner and has an inlet to the parking lot right before the streetlight on Springdale, and no entry from the Airport side so you have to go around as far as I could tell. Totally worth checking out at least once if not multiple times to make some different things! read more

Amazing, amazing one time glass blowing experience. I went with a friend we both learned so much about glass blowing. Our instructor Cory was great at explaining every step of the process. It was a very hands on experience but I felt safe and confident in my tasks every step of the way. I really appreciated the ample parking they have and their cute dogs which were the cherries on top of an already great experience. read more

My boyfriend and I did a beginning glass blowing experience here and had the best time! The people are awesome and I ended up not only making something cool, but getting dish ware as Christmas gifts for my family too! read more

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I loved this place! Ghost Pepper Glass offers not only beautiful statement glassware and decor at the storefront, but fun and educational classes on how to make your own glassworks in their studio! Everyone that worked here was extremely kind, welcoming, and friendly, and the prices of the classes are worth it! What you can make in the classes differ depending on the day, and you usually get to choose between two glasswork options per class. On the day that I went, we could choose between making your own paperweight or blowing your own ornament. Glass blowing would have been really cool, but I figured the the paperweight would hold up better in my luggage. Disclaimer: the glass does have to cool very slowly or it will shatter, so you won't be able to pick up your product until the next day, or they can mail it to you if you're from abroad and are unable to come by. Other classes offered making your own glass pumpkin or glass mushroom, maybe a vase or cup. Whatever you make, it will be totally unique and the experience will be unforgettable. Whenever I'm back in Austin, I will be visiting Ghost Pepper Glass every time! read more

Ghost Pepper Glass - beautiful glassworks and products for sale in front of the studio - Glass Blowing Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I bought a ornament glass blowing passes for two. I was very, very impressed with this company. They gave clear instruction every step of the way and they took on small group parties to make sure everyone received a solid intro to glass blowing and time making their creation. It was really fun to look at all the glass creations on display a few minutes before the class started to get some inspiration. I came after a dinner wearing a tank top and white pants. Ironically, nothing got dirty but it gets hot in that area - it's all open to air and even in the late summer night, you sweat up a storm. Wear light clothes. The fact that the owner's doggo was trained to grace us with his presence while completely avoiding the oven and broken glass receptacles, too - that was a cherry on top for the evening. read more

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Best. Date. Everrrrr. If you are thinking about the 2 hour private class, stop thinking and BOOK IT!!! We seriously had the best time ever AND got to make 3 pieces each (most places usually stop after one I feel like). Another thing that really sets them apart is the amount of glass blowing YOU actually get to do- instead of just watching the instructor, which is what I was fully expecting. Love love loved our time here- thank y'all so much! read more

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I booked a private lesson for my wife and I to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Katie and Amanda were fantastic. They let us do nearly everything as we were making projects. They have an extensive safety briefing beforehand and then gave us an overview of the steps we would be doing. We visited the whole time, so it was an enjoyable experience. We got 7 pieces done during our 2 hours, we had a blast. The website answered all of my questions beforehand so I knew exactly what was included in the lesson. read more

Your eyes will be opened to the amazing art of glass blowing! Came here for a team-building activity and our group thoroughly enjoyed it. We could choose to create either a bowl or flower and pick from a great variety of colors. I would say the process is almost better than the final product. And even if you're not "creative" or "artistic", you still create a cool piece. The studio is clean and open, and there's a small outdoor area. There's also a parking lot, so it's easy for groups with multiple cars. Our instructors were super and so knowledgeable about glass blowing. Definitely recommended for a fun, not-so-typical activity! read more

Ghost Pepper Glass - Finished bowl (colors used were purple, black, and white) - Glass Blowing Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Great experience! We went for a bachelorette party and they were super accommodating and excited to have us. read more

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Had a great time! Keith was my instructor and was fantastic. He took me through the process and was very helpful! Katie showed us around and explained things before we started. I would recommend it to anyone who wants a new experience. read more

Highly recommend. Loved the knowledge and instruction from our private group class. It was a good intro to glass blowing and such a fun activity on a cold winter afternoon. Thank you ghost pepper glass! read more

We did the Saturday evening class, Taste of Glass Blowing. You select one of two pieces, that are preselected, to make. It changes every Saturday, so check out their calendar. We were greeted by a very friendly younger man who introduced us around the gift shop then brought us water before our class. The gift shop has some amazing pieces! Cory, our instructor, was very kind, informative, helpful and easy going. He made it seem so easy. I really, really enjoyed the hands on aspect of this! The class is $65 per person and we were fortunate that there were only two of us so it was even better! All three instructors that evening had couples it looked like. The classes run simultaneously but each class has its own equipment/kiln and accessories. It is relatively short. We were in and out in under 30 minutes but we still enjoyed it immensely. I guess we just need to take a regular class! I will try to remember to post pics after we pic up our pieces on Tuesday. I would highly recommend this for couples, friends, small groups....heck, everyone! read more

This is a fabulous Austin experience. Whether you live here or are visiting, Ghost Pepper Glass is a fun and informative experience. The instructors are all pros. We even took my mom for her 80th birthday and she made a glass bowl that she treasures read more

My girlfriend and I had a blast here doing the taste of glass class. Cory, our instructor was great! We did the first class time on a Saturday morning. read more

We did a private lesson and with 2 of us we were able to create 5 pieces. It was well worth the money. Our teacher was amazing and let us be hands on but also helped us correct any mistakes. Our pieces turned out incredible and anytime we come back to Austin this will be a must for us. read more

Amazing, unique experience. We did one of the "taste of glassblowing" classes. The instructor was great, informative, and explained everything in detail. Bonus: they had their shop dog crew there when we visited and we got some bonus puppy love. Really want to return and do one of their extended classes to learn more. Definitely a great experience! If you're on the fence, just take the plunge and go for it! read more

You walk in.. and you get greeted with love by three 4-footed fur babies... does it get any better? Yes. The staff a of an all-female owned & operated business then take on groups, educate them about glass blowing, color technique, safety and more... The staff is so nice, helpful and open to sharing their passion with their guests... and you get to get love from the dogs while you either wait your turn or after you've made your glass art. We were able to bring food and 'beverages' on-site to make our party even more fun. Looking for something a bit more interesting for your next team-building even? Look here! read more

My husband and I had so much fun making a terrarium and sun catcher during our visit to Austin! Such a unique experience and we will be back! read more

This place is super cute and has a very relaxed vibe. They offer a wide variety of private and public classes, and have a really great outdoor space where you can hang out in between classes or While you are just shopping around. The owner was friendly and very attentive and their products are very high quality. read more

This is SUCH a cool place. First, you can swing by any time they're open to check out the pieces for sale in the gift shop. There's a wide variety, everything from beautiful pieces with delicate birds and flowers, to seasonal stuff like glass pumpkins and even some funny designs. (Did I see a little pair of glass underwear/briefs? YES). I found this place because they offer glass blowing classes, everything from private lessons and corporate/group stuff to the "taste of glass blowing" class which I did. I chose to make a pumpkin for my lesson and it turned out SO well thanks to the helpful instructor, Lauren, and her excellent direction. They are patient, helpful, and very good about safety at this place. I was a little nervous beforehand, because I can be clumsy and didn't want to back into the kiln or something, but Lauren was NOT going to let that happen. She kept a close eye on me and made sure I didn't stick my hands anywhere I shouldn't. One more cool thing is that you can see into the work area (ovens/kilns/ molten glass and such) from behind the safety of large windows. So if someone is making something or there's a lesson going on you can watch them in action. read more

My wife surprised me with a glass blowing class and I must say, I have a new found respect for this challenging trade, but had a lot of fun making my paper weight! I definitely recommend the experience with Ghost Pepper. We'll be back for sure! read more

Had an amazing private lesson with Keith! We learned a ton and he let us be creative and make a multitude of items within our time period!

What an amazing experience! Everybody at the studio was incredibly knowledge and friendly. I had the pleasure of taking a class with Katie. She's an amazing artist and a fantastic instructor. Within 5 minutes she had given me the confidence to really get into my project and make some art. The location is great, with plenty of parking options. 6/5 stars! read more

This was one of my favorite dates I've ever been on. I went for Valentine's and we had the best time. Our instructor was professional, informative, and patient. It was by far one of the coolest experiences learning such a beautiful and dynamic art. read more

Had so much fun here!! My boyfriend and I signed up for a 2 hour private class, knowing nothing about glass blowing. Our instructor was Lauren and she was seriously the best. Super easy to talk to and learn from, she was hilarious and made it relaxed but also put safety and knowledge first. Can't wait to come back! read more

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I'm making some fun glass pieces. I learned what to do, where to stand, and how to handle to the tools safely. The instructors are top knotch with many years of high level experience. read more

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Ghost Pepper Glass may be fine for a fun group outing, but my company tried to use their services to create awards and we were extremely disappointed at every turn. Nonstop missed commitments which we were extremely understanding and gracious about, but when product was shipped that clearly did not meet our requirements, our credit card was charged without our authorization to the tune of $2k, and we saw a $400 charge we did not agree to nor ever discuss, I began to realize that these "errors" were deliberate decisions and the lack of integrity just became shocking to us. We really wanted to support a fellow female-owned business and worked really hard to be flexible and make it possible. As the client, we were blamed for their mistakes countless times and I can't tell you the angst they caused us as they willingly put our business at risk and without regard for the negative impact they caused us. Again, this is not a review about their classes - we did not experience those but I absolutely cannot recommend them for commissioned pieces or large projects. read more

Took a 2 hour private class and was worth every penny, hands on and super chill , welcoming atmosphere. Didn't feel rushed and was able to make several neat pieces to ship home. Definitely will be back next time we visit Austin :) read more

I decided to surprise my husband with a session during our Austin vacation and it was a blast! You get Katie is a superb instructor and detailed explanation as well as plenty of assistance to ensure your piece comes out how you want. Great experience and you get your own one of a kind creation! Will definitely visit again! read more

Coolest place ever! (not literallly) But it is so awesome! We did a girlfriend class this past weekend. Lauren and Katie are so much fun. If you have never tried this you have to! So much better than paint and wine! This is my new favorite thing to do! Can't wait to get back to Austin and do it again! There is just something magical about creating with glass!!! Got to try it!!! read more