Alpharetta has no shortage of dining options, shopping, and standard weekend activities. But for something genuinely hands-on — an experience where you make something, learn something, and leave with a tangible result — the options are considerably narrower.
A Turkish mosaic lamp workshop is one of the more distinctive creative experiences available in the area. In a fully guided 2.5-hour session, guests choose from four lamp styles and a candle holder option and create their own handmade Turkish mosaic project. No experience is required. An experienced instructor guides every step, making the workshop accessible and enjoyable for a wide range of ages and group types.
What Happens at a Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop
The session takes place in a dedicated workshop space in Alpharetta, GA. Tables are set up before guests arrive — working trays laid out, display lamps glowing around the room, everything prepared and ready. One serving of fresh baklava and one cup of traditional Turkish coffee are included for every guest. Every workshop includes a live music performance while guests continue working on their mosaic projects.
The creative process moves through two hands-on phases. In the first, guests select and glue colorful glass tiles onto their glass base. In the second, they add colorful beads between the tiles to complete the design. An experienced instructor guides the group through each step. At the end of the session, the experienced instructor demonstrates the final grouting process — which guests complete at home the following day after the glue has dried — and provides a grout packet and printed instructions to take home.
Every guest leaves with their own tiled glass project, unique to the choices they made during the session.
Who the Workshop Is For
Couples. The workshop makes for a distinctive date — creative, hands-on, and set in an environment very different from a restaurant or a movie. Both people build their own project and leave with something they personally made. It's the kind of afternoon that's genuinely different from the usual options.
Families with kids. The workshop is open to guests ages 7 and up and is designed to be beginner-friendly regardless of age or skill level. Parents and children work side by side through the same guided process. The experienced instructor walks everyone through each step clearly, so younger guests can comfortably follow along and participate in the creative process.
Friend groups and celebrations. A mosaic lamp workshop works naturally for a casual group outing — no occasion required. It also fits a wide range of celebrations: birthdays, bridal showers, baby showers, bachelorette parties, and more. Private bookings are available for groups that want the full workshop space to themselves.
Corporate teams. Private corporate bookings give a team the full workshop space, a dedicated experienced instructor, and more scheduling flexibility depending on availability and event needs. It's a hands-on, non-competitive experience where every team member builds something and leaves with a tangible result from a shared afternoon.
How the Workshop Session Runs
Phase 1 – Tile Placement
Each guest selects their project — a lamp style or candle holder — and begins placing colorful glass tiles onto the glass surface. Pattern guides are available for those who want a reference, or guests can design their own arrangement completely freestyle. One serving of fresh baklava and one cup of traditional Turkish coffee are served as the group settles in.
Every workshop includes a live music performance while guests continue working on their mosaic projects.
Phase 2 – Bead Placement
Once the tile design is in place, the experienced instructor demonstrates the next step: adding colorful beads between the tiles to bring depth and texture to each piece. Every project develops its own character based on the colors and patterns chosen by its creator.
Wrap-Up – Grout Instructions
Because the mosaic glue needs 10 to 12 hours to dry fully, the final grouting step is completed at home rather than during the workshop. Before the session ends, the experienced instructor demonstrates the entire process, answers any remaining questions, and provides each guest with a grout packet and printed instructions. Every guest leaves with their project and everything needed to finish it the following day.
Public Session or Private Booking?
Public sessions run primarily on Saturdays, with two time slots: 11:00 AM–1:30 PM and 2:30 PM–5:00 PM. Individuals, couples, and smaller groups are welcome to reserve spots at a public session alongside other guests.
Private bookings are available for groups that want the full workshop space and a dedicated experienced instructor, with more scheduling flexibility depending on availability and event needs. Private sessions are a good fit for celebrations, corporate groups, and any gathering that prefers a more personal experience.
Browse available public session dates and book your spot, or contact us to arrange a private booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any prior experience? No. The workshop is fully guided and designed to be accessible from start to finish. An experienced instructor walks every guest through each step — no creative or crafting background is required.
What can I make? There are four lamp styles — mini table lamp, table lamp, swan lamp, and moon lamp — and a candle holder option. Each guest chooses their own project independently.
What refreshments are included? Every guest receives one serving of fresh baklava and one cup of traditional Turkish coffee as complimentary refreshments during the workshop.
How long does the session last? The full workshop is approximately 2.5 hours, covering two guided creative phases followed by a wrap-up with grout instructions.
What ages is the workshop open to? Guests ages 7 and up are welcome. The workshop is designed to be beginner-friendly for all ages and experience levels.
How many people can a private booking accommodate? Private workshops can accommodate different group sizes depending on your needs. Most bookings are between 10 and 20 guests, although smaller and larger groups may also be accommodated.
Where exactly is the workshop located? Art N Melody workshops are held in Alpharetta, GA, within the Atlanta Metro area. Browse available dates and book your spot here.
Book a Workshop Session in Alpharetta
For anyone in Alpharetta or the surrounding North Atlanta area looking for a hands-on creative experience, a Turkish mosaic lamp workshop is one of the more distinctive options available in the area. The session is fully guided, open to a wide range of ages and group types, and every guest leaves with a handmade mosaic project they personally created.
Art N Melody runs Turkish mosaic lamp workshops for individuals, couples, families, friend groups, and private bookings in Alpharetta, GA, serving guests throughout the Atlanta Metro area. Sessions are fully guided, all materials included, and every guest takes home the mosaic project they personally created.
Browse available session dates and book your spot — or contact us to arrange a private booking for your group.