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    Janke Glass Studios

    4.5 (25 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Katherine B.

    We did a date night class and made tumblers. Loved it! They do a great job explaining the process and history then give a demo. They help you make your own while letting you take control. Fun activity and we love our cups!

    Mick D.

    Now that was a lot of fun. I was more than eager to get some exposure to a 2,000°F furnace filled with molten glass. Taking advantage of a groupon, we were gently walked through the procedure of making a glass / tumbler. Kate was a very gentle and knowledgeable teacher. She provided some excellent education and hand-holding through the whole process. The event started with some eggplant-hushpuppies from the nearby Serpa's restaurant. They were delicious. I passed on the wine. I figured I wanted to be fully aware of what I (and everyone else) was doing with a blowpipe tipped with a glowing-hot glob of molten glass. Then Kate walked us through everything, instructing us briefly on the equipment, the vocabulary, and the procedures for what we were about to do. We individually took turns doing the glass blowing thing. Somewhere in the universe, there are some hilarious pictures of me doing this. I hope you never see them. But the experience was a total blast. I very much want to do this again and again, and hopefully produce something that doesn't look like a tumbler designed by Jackson Pollock.

    Julia C.

    I had a lot of fun in class and the instructors were so patient and had a sense of humor. Unfortunately, I did burn myself within the first 3 minutes due to my own clumsiness. They had aloe vera gel, burn gel wrap, and ice. However, they seemed to not be fully prepared with a first aid kit and everything considering they deal with such high temperatures and potential accidents each day. Luckily, it was just a first degree burn and the instructors helped me throughout the class. It's super hot - I'd recommend going during the winter time!

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    I've been wanting to try glass blowing for a while, so I bought a Groupon for Janke Studios. While creating the appointment was easy, the teacher forgot about the class. So, we were left waiting outside in the cold for over an hour and a half. There was a glass blower who got in contact with the owner Elizabeth, and she got in contact with the teacher for the class. When he eventually got there, he told us that he wasn't there because the class had been canceled, but we could continue with the class since he was there. One couple left and asked for a refund, which I can understand. The couple also said that this was pretty normal behavior for Janke. To make up for the wait, we were given the option of creating as many glass ornaments as we wanted in the hours for the class. I didn't realize how much air it took because it was my first time, but I ended up making four. Two of the ornaments turned out nicely, while two looked wonky. Besides the wait, I enjoyed the class, and I may try another. The shop can be difficult to find. If you're coming from the Serpas and valet entrance, walk all the way to the back of the plaza, turn right and keep walking until you see the Janke Studios sign. The easiest way to find the studio is from the parking garage. If you're entering from the garage, it's on the bottom left hand side.

    Blowing hard for that first bubble!
    Brenda T.

    My husband bought us a Groupon for a couple's class because he's always been interested in glassblowing and I'm up for anything. We had a such a blast with our instructor, Kate, we can't wait to do it again! Kate made it all look so simple and she was fun! My husband is signing up for the five week course on Wednesdays, and I am excited about reaping the rewards of his new hobby. I can see how glassblowing can be addictive. Creating something so delicate with intense heat...that's what I'm talking about!!

    Bethany C.

    Bought the glass blowing class off of groupon, and we had so much fun! Definitely a great one-of-a-kind experience. Our instructor was friendly, funny and very helpful as she guided us through making our glass piece. Don't be discouraged to come here if you aren't a fan of the city--- it's easy to find and there are signs that point you in the right direction once you get to the studioplex!

    I can't stop admiring the glass I created during my class!   Thanks so much Christian! Janke Studio is awesome!!! Love it!

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