Teach a 12-seat La Isla Bonita coastal craft class
A complete operating plan for turning the collection into a premium class: setup, timing, stations, materials, teacher scripts, pricing, photography, and refill sales.
Workshop outcome
A strong La Isla Bonita class should let students make or finish a coastal object, understand the material system, photograph their result, and leave with a clear next project or refill offer.
Course path for a workshop
The class should follow the same module logic as the course document: connect, create value, add variety, package the result, price the offer, plan sales, and launch with urgency.
Video covers for workshop promotion
Class format
| Block | Time | Teacher action | Student result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome and story | 10 min | Introduce Azulmostaza x Boowan Nicole, show finished samples, explain safety. | Students understand the product world. |
| Material demo | 15 min | Show OmniCast ratio, mold prep, finish options, and candle pairing concept. | Students know the process before touching materials. |
| Hands-on making | 35-55 min | Guide casting or finishing stations depending on the class version. | Each student creates one core piece or finish sample. |
| Styling and photo | 15-20 min | Set up coastal props, lighting, and a simple photo background. | Students leave with shareable content. |
| Care, pricing, next project | 10-15 min | Explain curing, sealing, candle safety, and refill products. | Students know what to buy next. |
Station setup
- Scale
- Pre-measured powder
- Water cups
- Spatulas
- Mold boards
- Pre-cured samples
- Sanding pads
- Sealer
- Wax
- Detail tools
- Backdrop
- Props
- Care cards
- Gift sleeves
- QR code to shop refills
Materials for 12 seats
| Item | Planning logic | Operational note |
|---|---|---|
| Molds | Enough molds for the chosen project plus backup pieces. | If cure time is too long, use pre-cast pieces for finishing class. |
| OmniCast | Measure by project weight, then add 15-20 percent buffer. | Pre-weigh kits to avoid slow class flow. |
| Colorants | Limit to three palette choices. | Too many colors slow the class and weaken brand consistency. |
| Sealer and wax | Enough for samples and finished pieces. | Create a drying rack with name labels. |
| Packaging | Care card, wrap, small box or sleeve. | Packaging is part of the perceived value. |
| Photo props | Shells, linen, paper, candle holders, trays. | Keep props consistent with the coastal palette. |
Pricing structure
Price the class from seat economics, not only material cost. Include consumables, teacher time, prep time, venue cost, packaging, photography setup, payment fees, and the value of the finished project.
| Tier | What it includes | Use case |
|---|---|---|
| Intro seat | One small project, basic finish, group instruction. | Community event or lead generation. |
| Premium seat | One larger project, finish choice, packaging, photo station. | Best default for brand-building classes. |
| Business seat | Project plus mini product-line planning sheet. | For makers who may buy molds, materials, or distributor packs. |
Post-class sales plan
Send students to a page with the mold, OmniCast refill, sealer, and finish tools used in class.
Send class photos, care steps, and the next easiest project.
Offer refill materials and a second-look tutorial while the class memory is still fresh.
FAQ
Should students cast or finish during a short class?
For a short class, finishing pre-cured pieces is safer and more predictable. For a longer class, students can cast and watch a teacher demold a pre-made sample.
How many colors should a workshop offer?
Three is usually enough: ivory, sea blue, and coral or sand. Fewer choices keep the table beautiful and the class on schedule.
What should be sold after the class?
Offer the exact mold, OmniCast refill, sealer or wax, sanding pads, pigment set, and the next tutorial. The class should lead naturally to a refill purchase.
