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Bunyamin is a very caring and attentive host. The most difficult process for me was the design of the lamp, as there was a large selection of glass and beads, combinations of colors and shapes. The atmosphere is very cozy, as if you came to visit a good friend. Totally worth to visit!Had a great time at this excursion! Loved the story telling and the host was lovely. Please thoroughly check the message sent from the host after booking the experience, as the workshop actually takes place in the Asian side (Üsküdar) instead of the old city as it shows on the map :)This was an incredible experience, much better than we could have imagined! Bunyamin is a great teacher and super accommodating, he picked us up and took us to the workshop, teaching us a bit about the city on the way. He was very friendly and engaging and made us feel very at home!The workshop cafe is a cute place with lots of charm, and a very friendly cat too! It was a really warm and welcoming atmosphere, and we were given coffees/teas and homemade cookies on arrival which was a nice touch!The mosaic lamp workshop was a lot of fun, therapeutic and a very enjoyable experience all round. Bunyamin taught us the history of the lamps and the area we were in, and gave us free reign on our designs, but was ready and able to offer a hand if we needed it. My partner and I ended up with a beautiful lamp each that we're proudly displaying in our home, as a lovely reminder of our time in Istanbul.When booking this event, I messed up and booked the wrong date, but Bunyamin was super accommodating and let us work at the date we turned up to with no issues. He made us feel very comfortable even though it was entirely my mistake.I thoroughly recommend this experience to anyone who visits Istanbul. Great value, wonderful host and space and a brilliant handmade souvenir from your time in this city!Amazing experience - we got to decorate our own Turkish lamps using glass pieces and glue. Bunyamin was a great instructor and really let us use our own creativity on our lamps. It was a neat workshop to make some Turkish crafts and get to know more about the culture of the country! Cannot recommend it enough!This experience was lovely! Bunyamin did a great job explaining the creative process, so everyone had beautiful lamps by the end of the workshop 😁 The atmosphere was very relaxing, and it was a great way to start my day in Istanbul. Highly recommend this experience 😊I would highly recommend this if you are like me and live Turkish lamps. I completely lost myself for 2 hours while decorating the lamp. And I love the lamp I made. ❤️This workshop was absolutely wonderful! Not only did we get to learn about the history of Turkish coffee, the oldest coffeehouse in Istanbul, and how to make Turkish coffee, we were able to learn the art of Turkish fortune-telling! Bunyamin was very knowledgable and also gave us these little cards with common translations which was helpful for my trip overall. You also leave with a little goody bag to get started on your own Turkish coffee-making adventures which is greatly appreciated!Expérience à la fois créative, ludique dans une ambiance très sympathique! Bunyamin est un super Hote, il est venu nous chercher suite à une incompréhension, encore merci pour ton aide et sa bienveillance. L’atelier est très convivial dans un endroit fort agréable. Les 2 enfants de 9 et 12 ans ont adoré l’expérience tout comme moi. Et l’on repart avec une jolie lampe. Super expérience, allez y les yeux fermés!Really fun and interesting way to spend a couple of hours in a great location and with a brilliant host in Bunyamin. Highly recommendedCeramic Workshop in Istanbul Pottery for Beginners
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The experience was fantastic, great way to be creative and meet other people with plenty of çay. Bunyamin was super helpful and his patience is certainly envied! Thoroughly enjoyed it and a cool souvenir to bring back home.Merci pour l’accueilThe whole experience was so special. Bunyamen is an accommodating and knowledgeable host. Highly recommend for visitors seeking a more personalized, intimate, cultural fun experience.My husband and I enjoyed the workshop! It’s one of the main highlights of our trip in Istanbul!Such a great and unique experience! Loved it.Great experience, great value, great personalization and story telling, highly recommended!Bunyamin was an amazing host! He met us and took us across. We had a magical experience. 10 out of 10 would recommend!Recommend, great experienceI can definitely recommend this experience if you enjoy crafts or just want to try something creative. Bunyamin made us feel very welcome and gave us some helpful recommendations for exploring the area and tips for public transit. He gave us tea from the adjacent coffee shop, told us a bit about the history of the Turkish lamp style, and put on a cool playlist for us to enjoy while we worked on our designs. The result is a fun memento from out trip that we will enjoy having in our home!We were realy impressed🤍 It’s a good choice to spend time with friends or family in an authentic Turkish culture and a cup of tea with tasty biscuits. So cozy atmosphere and a lot of choices to have your personal Turkish-style lamp! Thank you for the brilliant experience and send our hearts to the cat called Crêpe🤍Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop
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Workshop was an excellent experience for us. We had a really great time creating our own piece of art and got a souvenir to remember this Turkey vacation. There was a great variety of glass so everyone got their unique lamp. Benyamin is a great tutor, everything turned out to be so simple. The tea and cookies were also pleasant to have. Highly recommend everyone who wants to get a memorable experience and have something unique at home :)It's was a such an amazing art experience. I would definitely recommend to visit this workshop. Bunyamin is very kind and warm host.I really wanted to buy a Turkish lamp so I thought why not make my own. One of the best things I’ve done in Istanbul. The whole experience was so smooth, I felt so relaxed and we were looked after so well by the host. You’re located in a room off a coffee shop so the vibe was lovely.Couldn’t recommend this enough, I’d give it 6 stars if I could.Bunyamin was an exceptional host! We had an amazing experience. We learned so much about Turkish culture and tradition. It really was invaluable and something I think will stay with me for a lifetime. I learned so much I didn’t know and will forever look at coffee in a different light.What a special experience! Bunyamin educated us on everything having to do with Turkish coffee— where it came from, how the traditions evolved, how to prepare it, and how to read fortunes from the grounds. I recommend this to anyone wanting to appreciate Turkish culture and Turkish coffee even more!This is a must do when visiting Istanbul. Bunyamin is the man, you'll be in good hands!Such a nice experience we had with bnyamin. Not only the experience was nice and we met lots of friends but they were thoughtful enough to meet us somewhere and pick us to the the location. Definitely recommend it !!!Bunyamin is a kind and passionated person who will make you live a nice and authentic experience. No hesitation !This is a must do when you come to Istanbul. Bunyamin is a great person and leads a wonderful workshop. Don't think twice about this!We definitely loved this experience!It was so much fun, and definitely one of our highlights of our time in Istanbul, AND we got an awesome lamp to take home. Bunyamin is the best - totally recommend this class!!Perfume Making Workshop
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This was such a fun experience! A very welcome break from a day of running around and touring! We all made beautiful lamps. Lots of great mosaic tiles to choose from and easy instructions. The studio was lovely and we sat around a large table making new friends with other tourists. Afterwards we enjoyed sweet treats and tea! Highly recommend!Got a question? We're here to answer! If you don't see your question here, contact with us directly on our Contact Page →
Yes, you are on the right page. We are the first brand under this name in Turkey. Our trademark is on file. The studio is in Üsküdar in Istanbul. Phone: +90 533 167 62 71. Site: istanbulworkshops.com.
Yes, on request. At the end of the session we print a simple sheet with your name, the craft, and the guide's signature. No fee; just ask before the workshop ends. Guests often add it to their trip keepsake set.
The fast way to reach us is the contact form on our site. We reply in one work day. We also run a phone line. The line is open in studio hours. We help in English and Turkish on both routes.
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