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Create four custom epoxy coasters in an hour-long, instructor-led session at a downtown Sarasota studio. Perfect for beginners who want a fast, hands-on craft experience near Siesta Key.
Create four custom epoxy coasters in an hour-long, instructor-led session at a downtown Sarasota studio. Perfect for beginners who want a fast, hands-on craft experience near Siesta Key.
The studio smells faintly of citrus solvent and fresh wood as you step through the glass door, workbenches lined with pigments that look like bottled sunsets. Under bright lights you’ll pick from fifty colors and a stack of wooden boards; the instructor demonstrates mixing epoxy, then lets the resin flow and pool while you guide the pattern. It’s tactile, a little scientific and surprisingly relaxing.
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Operated by Shattered Glass DIY SRQ · Sarasota, Florida
The studio smells faintly of citrus solvent and fresh wood as you step through the glass door, workbenches lined with pigments that look like bottled sunsets. Under bright lights you’ll pick from fifty colors and a stack of wooden boards; the instructor demonstrates mixing epoxy, then lets the resin flow and pool while you guide the pattern. It’s tactile, a little scientific and surprisingly relaxing.
Sarasota’s creative roots run back to the early 20th century when John Ringling brought artists and patrons to the Gulf Coast; today a small studio like this is part of a larger local craft scene that includes galleries, ceramicists and beachside makers. Geology matters here only as inspiration — the quartz-white sands of nearby Siesta Key and the shifting shells along the shore often influence palette choices — but the workshop itself is an urban, hands-on craft experience with local color.
Expect clear, instructor-led steps: measure resin, mix in colorants, pour, and learn basic techniques to create four coasters. The class is compact — about an hour — and designed for beginners; all safety gear and supplies are provided. Practical notes: dress for spills, tie back hair, and bring a phone for progress photos once your hands are cured. If you’ve got extra time, stroll the nearby Siesta Key Village for coffee or hit Point of Rocks for a quick shoreline walk; the gulf’s breeze often pulls a little salt air into the plaza.
Workshops are ideal as a short creative break or rainy-day plan while staying in Sarasota. Book ahead for weekend slots and factor in drying time if you want to take pieces the same day (studio policies vary).
easy.
1 hour.
Suitable for all physical fitness levels; primarily seated, light standing and fine motor work required
No—this workshop is designed for beginners and the instructor covers mixing, coloring, and simple pouring techniques.
Curing time varies by resin and studio practice; many studios require you to leave pieces to cure or offer same-day pickup after a short initial set—confirm with the host.
Yes—gloves, safety instructions, and basic ventilation measures are included, but disclose any allergies or chemical sensitivities before class.
Workshops are suitable for teens and adults; check the host’s booking questions for age requirements and whether children must be accompanied.
Sarasota’s arts scene expanded in the 1920s under John Ringling’s patronage; that legacy supports today’s small studios and community arts events.
Resin can be environmentally hazardous if disposed of improperly; choose studios that follow safe waste-handling and avoid pouring leftovers down drains.
Shattered Glass DIY SRQ operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The studio smells faintly of citrus solvent and fresh wood as you step through the glass door, workbenches lined with pigments that look like bottled sunsets. Under bright lights you’ll pick from fifty colors and a stack of wooden boards; the instructor demonstrates mixing epoxy, then lets the resin flow and pool while you guide the pattern. It’s tactile, a little scientific and surprisingly relaxing.
The studio smells faintly of citrus solvent and fresh wood as you step through the glass door, workbenches lined with pigments that look like bottled sunsets. Under bright lights you’ll pick from fifty colors and a stack of wooden boards; the instructor demonstrates mixing epoxy, then lets the resin flow and pool while you guide the pattern. It’s tactile, a little scientific and surprisingly relaxing.
Sarasota’s creative roots run back to the early 20th century when John Ringling brought artists and patrons to the Gulf Coast; today a small studio like this is part of a larger local craft scene that includes galleries, ceramicists and beachside makers. Geology matters here only as inspiration — the quartz-white sands of nearby Siesta Key and the shifting shells along the shore often influence palette choices — but the workshop itself is an urban, hands-on craft experience with local color.
Expect clear, instructor-led steps: measure resin, mix in colorants, pour, and learn basic techniques to create four coasters. The class is compact — about an hour — and designed for beginners; all safety gear and supplies are provided. Practical notes: dress for spills, tie back hair, and bring a phone for progress photos once your hands are cured. If you’ve got extra time, stroll the nearby Siesta Key Village for coffee or hit Point of Rocks for a quick shoreline walk; the gulf’s breeze often pulls a little salt air into the plaza.
Workshops are ideal as a short creative break or rainy-day plan while staying in Sarasota. Book ahead for weekend slots and factor in drying time if you want to take pieces the same day (studio policies vary).