GLASSBLOWING EXPERIENCES AT INGRID PEARS HOT GLASS STUDIO offer unique workshops where you can create your own glass art masterpiece.

   
Experience the Magic of Molten Glass

Few experiences are as captivating as witnessing molten glass — glowing like liquid fire — as it is gathered from the furnace and transformed into objects of beauty, light and permanence.

At Ingrid Pears Hot Glass Studio, you are invited into this extraordinary and ancient world — a craft that has fascinated for over two thousand years, yet remains as mesmerising today as ever.

Founded by internationally recognised glass artist Ingrid Pears MBE, the studio has spent more than 25 years creating exceptional artworks, sculptural chandeliers and large-scale installations for collectors, interior designers and prestigious spaces across the world.

Alongside this internationally respected practice, we offer something truly rare:
the opportunity to step behind the scenes and experience the alchemy of glass-making first-hand.

Guided by our highly skilled team — and, in exclusive experiences, by Ingrid herself — you will gather molten glass from the furnace, shape it using traditional tools, introduce colour and movement, and witness the remarkable transformation from fluid fire to solid form.

Each experience is immersive, tactile and deeply memorable — offering not just a glimpse into the craft, but a genuine connection to it.



A CURATED JOURNEY INTO GLASS

Our experiences are carefully structured to guide you from your first encounter with molten glass through to full creative immersion and private studio access.

Whether you are looking for a short introduction or a full-day artistic experience, each tier offers a deeper level of engagement, skill and creativity.



✨Paperweight Experience -  A Sculptural Introduction to Molten Glass

£189.00 (inc.VAT) per person

A beautiful and accessible introduction to the material

Step into the warmth and atmosphere of the studio and experience the captivating process of shaping molten glass in its fluid form
This experience focuses on the sculptural qualities of glass — its weight, movement and the way it captures light — allowing you to create your own bespoke paperweight using colour, pattern and decorative inclusions.

What You’ll Experience

• A warm welcome and introduction to the studio
• A live demonstration bringing molten glass to life
• Hands-on creation of your own solid glass piece
• Exploration of colour, pattern and inclusions
• Close guidance from an experienced glass artist

Important to Know

This experience involves working with solid molten glass only —
there is no glassblowing included in this session.

It is designed as a relaxed and enjoyable introduction to the material.

Looking to Try Glassblowing?

If you would like to experience gathering and blowing molten glass, we recommend our Hot Glassblowing Experience (£250) — where you will work with the blowpipe and explore the full process.

Your Finished Piece

Your work will be professionally annealed for strength and durability and will be ready for collection once cooled.

⏱ Duration: 60–75 minutes

A perfect first step into the world of hot glass.



✨The Introduction to Glassblowing Experience

£250.00 (inc VAT) per person

An exciting introduction to the art of glassblowing

This experience introduces the dynamic process of working with molten glass through breath, heat and movement.

You will gather glass from the furnace, shape it using traditional tools and begin to understand the relationship between timing, temperature and form.

What You’ll Experience

• Introduction to glassblowing techniques
• Gathering molten glass from the furnace
• Working with the blowpipe
• Shaping and forming your piece
• Exploring colour and simple decorative effects
• One-to-one guidance throughout

What You’ll Make

A unique glass piece of your choice; such as a small vessel (vase/dish), decorative orb or sculpture — depending on your pace and creative direction.

Upgrade Your Experience

Create a Larger Statement Piece — +£95 (Large scale glass - Total cost £345.00pp)

Extend your time at the furnace and work with additional gathers of molten glass to create a larger, more impactful piece with greater presence and detail.

⏱ Duration: 1–2 hours


✨ The Couples Glass Experience

£425.00 (inc VAT) per person

A shared creative experience

Designed for couples, friends or family, this experience allows you to work side by side while also experiencing the collaborative nature of glass-making.

What You’ll Experience

• Shared introduction and demonstration
• Taking turns making and assisting
• Creating your own individual pieces
• Experiencing teamwork in the studio

⏱ Duration: 2–3 hours

Step into the mesmerising world of molten glass and experience the excitement of working with one of the world’s oldest and most captivating art forms.

Our Half Day Glassblowing Experience offers an unforgettable hands-on introduction to the magic of hot glass in the atmospheric setting of Thoresby Park.

Working closely alongside internationally renowned glass artist Ingrid Pears MBE and her skilled team, you will be guided through the fascinating processes of gathering molten glass from the furnace, shaping, colouring and blowing your own unique creations.

This experience is designed for complete beginners through to those wishing to develop existing skills further. With small group sizes and highly personalised tuition, you will enjoy an immersive and memorable insight into professional studio glass-making.

During your session you may have the opportunity to create a selection of pieces of your choice such as:

* A hand blown bauble or friendship globe
* A tumbler or whisky glass
* A small bowl or vase
* Solid sculpted glass forms
* Decorative colour experiments using professional glass powders and frits

Throughout the session, Ingrid and her team will demonstrate traditional techniques used within contemporary studio glass practice, sharing stories and insights from over 25 years of international glass-making experience.

What’s Included

* Approximately 3-3.5 hours studio experience
* Professional tuition and demonstrations
* Use of all materials, tools and safety equipment
* Tea, coffee and refreshments
* Your handmade glass pieces to collect once cooled and finished


✨ The Ultimate Glass Experience - Full day

£595.00 (inc. VAT) per person

Our most popular experience — full immersion in the craft

Spend a full day inside a working hot glass studio, experiencing the rhythm, heat and energy of professional glass-making.

From your first gather to your final piece, this day offers a deeper understanding of both technique and material.

What You’ll Experience

• Introduction to the studio and material
• Live demonstration of professional techniques
• Hands-on gathering, shaping and forming
• Exploration of colour, layering and design
• Introduction to both solid glass and glassblowing
• Working independently and as part of a team

Build Skill & Confidence

You will begin with simple forms and progress naturally into more refined and expressive pieces as your confidence grows throughout the day.

What You’ll Make

A collection of unique glass pieces — each reflecting your development, creativity and experience.

The Studio Atmosphere

Feel the heat of the furnace, hear the rhythm of tools and experience the collaborative nature of glass-making — a truly immersive environment.

⏱ Duration: 5–6 hours


The Glass Immersion — Two Day Experience

£1,250 (inc.VAT) per person

A deeper journey into glass-making

For those wanting to move beyond introduction, this two-day experience allows time to refine technique, develop confidence and explore more ambitious ideas.

What You’ll Experience

• Extended time working with molten glass
• Greater control over form and technique
• Exploration of more complex shapes and ideas
• Personal creative development

Creative Progression

This experience allows you to move from learning into understanding — building a meaningful connection with the material and process.

⏱ Duration: Two full days

For those ready to truly engage with the craft.



✨ Private Masterclass with Ingrid Pears MBE

£1,200 (inc.VAT) per person

An exclusive one-to-one experience

Spend a full day working directly with Ingrid, gaining insight into her creative process and exploring more advanced techniques and sculptural forms.

What You’ll Experience

• One-to-one tuition with Ingrid
• Exploration of advanced techniques
• Focus on artistic development and form
• A highly personalised experience

⏱ Duration: Full day

A rare opportunity to learn from an internationally recognised artist.



✨ The Collector’s Experience

Private Studio Day with Ingrid Pears MBE — £2,500 (inc. VAT) per person

The ultimate glass experience

Designed for collectors, art lovers and design clients, this private experience offers the opportunity to collaborate with Ingrid on the creation of a bespoke glass artwork.

What You’ll Experience

• Private access to the studio
• Creative consultation and concept development
• Collaborative making process
• Creation of a one-of-a-kind piece

⏱ Duration: Full day

A truly unique artistic collaboration.



COMING SOON — MOLTEN GLASS AFTER DARK

£495 (inc. VAT)per person

Set within the ancient walls of our restored medieval church, this atmospheric evening experience combines glass-making with storytelling, history and firelight.

As dusk falls, the furnace glows against centuries-old stone, creating a setting that is both dramatic and unforgettable.

What You’ll Experience

• Evening glass-making in a historic setting
• Live demonstration as performance
• Creation of your own glass piece
• Stories and history woven throughout the evening

Includes a welcome drink.

A powerful fusion of craft, history and atmosphere.



Booking & Enquiries

To book an experience or purchase a gift voucher:

E info@ingridpears.com
M 07803 048747
LL 01623 824881
We are often working in the studio, so the best way to reach us is via text or WhatsApp, or by leaving a message on our landline:
☎️ 01623 824881