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Kailua-Kona Stained Glass Workshop 3.5 hr
ExcellentTop 4% in Big Island of Hawaii
144 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score
- Big Island of Hawaii
- 3 hrs 30 min
- Updated November 2, 2026
Learn stained-glass basics in a welcoming Kailua-Kona studio, then take home your finished sun catcher the same day.
About this tour
Create something bright and personal during a Kailua-Kona stained glass workshop, set in a home studio with beautiful ocean views. No artistic experience is needed: accomplished artists Sheri and Doug Reynolds guide beginners through the process and help make the craft approachable.
Explore glass in a variety of colors and textures, then learn the essential steps of stained-glass making, including cutting, grinding, foiling, and soldering. All materials are provided, and you’ll receive personalized guidance as you shape your design. At the end of the 3.5-hour class, take home a finished sun catcher made during the workshop. A stand is sold separately.
The Kailua-Kona stained glass workshop welcomes participants of all fitness levels and is wheelchair accessible. Meet at the home studio on Waiau Place, where you can park in the driveway. Book a creative session and leave with a handmade keepsake and a new appreciation for this enduring art form.
Highlights
- Create a stained-glass piece with guidance from accomplished artists
- Explore colorful glass in a range of textures
- Learn glass cutting, grinding, foiling, and soldering
- Take home a finished sun catcher the same day
- Enjoy ocean views from the Kona studio
What's included
Included
- All materials and supplies
- Finished stained-glass sun catcher to take home
Not included
- Stand for the sun catcher
Ratings on each provider
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Viator
4.98 / 5 · 139 reviews
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GetYourGuide
5.00 / 5 · 5 reviews
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Important information
- Classes are suitable for beginners and all physical fitness levels
- Children under 12 years are not permitted; minors must be accompanied by an adult
- Wheelchair accessible, including transportation options and all areas and surfaces
- Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
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- Service animals are allowed
- Do not bring weapons or sharp objects, alcohol or drugs, or explosive substances; smoking and vaping are not allowed
- Swimwear, costumes, nudity, and bare feet are not permitted
- The class takes place at a home studio at 75-672 Waiau Pl, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740; park in the driveway
Frequently asked questions
How long is the workshop?
The workshop lasts 3.5 hours.
Do I need stained-glass experience?
No. The class is designed for beginners and teaches the basics of stained glass.
What will I learn?
You will learn glass cutting, grinding, foiling, and soldering.
Can I take my creation home?
Yes. You can take home a finished sun catcher the same day; a stand is not included.
Where does the class meet?
The class meets at a home studio at 75-672 Waiau Pl, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. Parking is available in the driveway.
How this score is calculated
This tour scores 4.98 on Viator and 5.00 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.
How the score works and rating distribution in Big Island of Hawaii
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 9.1. Top 4% in Big Island of Hawaii means it ranks in the top 4% of tours in Big Island of Hawaii by this score.
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