Glassblowing Pumpkin Workshop by Amokura Glass in Rotorua
Difficulty
easy
Duration
45 minutes
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; must be able to stand and move safely in the studio.
Overview
Craft your own vibrant glass pumpkin in just 45 minutes with Amokura Glass in Rotorua. This one-on-one workshop blends artisan skill and geothermal energy for a unique creative adventure.
PUMPKIN WORKSHOP
Ages 14+ • hot glass experience • 45 minutes • make your own work of glass art in our studio!
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About This Adventure
Experience the art of glassblowing in our unique pumpkin workshop! In just 45 minutes, you'll learn to create your own vibrant glass pumpkin, choosing from a variety of colors. With one-on-one guidance from a skilled instructor, this hands-on activity promises a memorable blend of creativity and craftsmanship.
Learn how to blow and shape glass in our pumpkin workshop!
Duration
45 Minutes
About
Pumpkins are a fun and unique handmade object that looks great in glass and gives you the opportunity to blow, shape, and add colour to molten glass. Their bright shining ridges and fun curly stems capture the light and brighten up a space, adding a sense of fun and creativity to your room.
Choose from our range of colours to make a traditional orange and green pumpkin or mix and match red, blue, purple, or even black!
This 45-minute workshop starts with an explanation of the tools and equipment we use in the hot shop, followed by a design consultation where you choose your colours, then you will work one-on-one with our glass artist instructor to make your pumpkin. The instructor will attach the pumpkin stem at the end of the workshop.
Hot shop experiences (paperweight, tumbler and pumpkin workshops) are taught one-on-one. This means one person per time slot.
Note: Hot glass needs 16 hours to cool down safely. Your piece will be available to collect from the following day or can be posted to you.
Requirements
Must be 14+ years old.
Must be in good physical health and able to move about independently, hear and see well.
Must book at least a day in advance.
What to bring
- Must wear close-toed shoes, long pants, and a shirt made of natural fibres such as cotton, wool, or linen during the lesson.
Adventure Tips
Wear Natural Fibers
Choose cotton, wool, or linen clothing to stay safe around the hot glass and furnace.
Close-toed Shoes Required
Protect your feet from heat and glass shards with sturdy, closed shoes.
Book at Least One Day Ahead
Advance booking ensures personalized instructor time and preparation of materials.
Handle Your Finished Glass Carefully
Allow 16 hours for your glass pumpkin to cool before picking up or shipping.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Look for native New Zealand fantails darting through Rotorua’s trees.
- Spot pūkeko (purple swamphens) in the wetland areas around the city.
History
Rotorua holds deep cultural significance for the Māori people, featuring geothermal activity sacred to indigenous traditions.
Conservation
Amokura Glass emphasizes sustainability by minimizing waste and safely recycling glass materials during the workshop.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Natural Fiber Clothing
Helps protect skin from heat exposure during glassblowing.
Close-toed Shoes
Protects feet from hot surfaces and glass shards.
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated, especially during warmer months.
summer specific
Sunglasses
Useful for outdoor time before or after your workshop.
summer specific