This place was awesome! They were all booked on Valentine's Day for their "Three Hour Try It Class"…read morewhen I called but I emailed them and Russ got back to me quickly and let me know they had a cancellation and had room after all. My girlfriend and I are very glad those other people cancelled. Russ, Ginger, and another woman helped us and were all very nice and knowledgeable. The class was a very good value since we got a tour of the facility and top-notch instruction. They demonstrated how to make your first bowl on a pottery wheel which looks easy at first but takes some practice. They are happy to help you learn the basics and even go a bit further. Once we were done creating about eight pieces or so and after the three hours was up they let us pick two of the items each to have painted and glazed. We are excited to see how they turn out and to go to the Alexandria Clay Coop again soon. This made for a great Valentine's Day date too.

My partner and I took pottery classes here. Our instructor Lore was extremely skilled and did a…read moregreat job of showing the ropes. Glazing and firing your pieces outside of being a student is pretty pricy compared to other studios though so after our classes were over my partner and I found a new clay studio to class and fire our homemade pieces.

This Is A Crafty, Nifty, Grandma Heaven. So Many Little Trinkets, Perfect For Crafting Birthday…read moreCards, Small And Large Projects. Thank You To The Lady That Helped Me Navigate Around. Very Affordable.

Fabulous place! It's so exciting to get art and craft supplies sustainably and at amazing prices…read more The staff works hard to keep the shop organized, which I appreciate a lot. Upcycle CRC has donations-based inventory, so you never know exactly what you'll find, but it's always fun to look and I usually leave with a cool stash that cost way less than expected. Before you go to a big box craft store, give Upcycle a try!

We love the take home kits! My tween daughter made a fairy house with her friend this evening…read more They made gnomes and mini food items with the left over model magic and played with it for hours.

I don't usually write negative reviews LOL says everyone so let's call this a heads up. I went…read morethere on Wednesday for the wee Littles open art day and come to find out you can't pay with cash you can't tap you physically have to hand over your credit card so that the lady can type it in. I was like hello did I walk into the 1980s? As I have two 18-month-olds trying to grab it everything because they wanted to paint. For whatever reason she kept telling me the credit card information was wrong, well it's the one I use all the time and I just previously used it that morning so I know it wasn't the credit card. If you're okay with handing over your credit card and waiting for someone to type the information in I'm sure you'll have a fantastic time.. on a side note the lady that was trying to help us was extremely friendly and she seemed just as flustered as I was... I mean you can go to the farmers market and everybody there has some sort of tap and pay and if it's a financial decision then perhaps maybe you should look into venmo? I don't think that costs you anything. It did look fun and I'm sure we would have a great time and probably have gone back many times.

"Quite The Experience!!" I Truly had a ball at the Muse Paintbar... For this being my first Paint &…read moreSip outing, I was honestly surprised at how much fun I had. The instructor "Jonathan" did an absolute classy job at making sure everyone was at ease and understood the task at hand without feeling pressured. The entire staff at the Muse on the National Harbor brought superb energy and a pleasant smile. I encourage everyone to get out on a nice beautiful day and put your artistic skills to work. And no matter what transpires once the paint brush hit the canvass... Always remember every artistic expression makes its own footprint in the world of creativity !!!

I love this Muse Paintbar location. They have great instructors, they sell wine and champagne. It's…read morea spacious venue with two large paint rooms to host two different paints sessions at a time. It's great for groups, a date or just a solo time to tend to your inner artist. There's a couple of parking lots nearby, and of course various places to dine nearby.

I couldn't be more thrilled to post about this art gallery located in the Saint Charles region of…read moresouthern Maryland. It's like having a Downtown quality art gallery in a small town. Gorgeous works of art can be found throughout the gallery. So many unique pieces that will add style and class to your home or office. No sales pressure and no cheesy or ultra sophisticated conversation needed to shop. I love the many African American pieces of work. The owner and staff are cool, relaxed and friendly. Keep in mind that this is real art by true artist, so prices reflect the quality. I added some photos for example. Do check them out. Show them love.

Beautiful gallery. High quality framing and art pieces. Did a great job framing my artwork!read more

We came here for our baby shower and we had an amazing time! The owner of the shop is very easy to…read morecoordinate and is a very kind person. The pricing of the shop does not break the bank, but depending on what activity you select, for example candle making verse blanket making, the price may vary. There's plenty of space to hold an activity for up to around 25 people. When you do an activity there's about 8 or so people assigned to a table. We were able to have a table for food and were able to decorate the table and around it with freedom. Honestly, we had a lot of fun and would do it again!

I had a really fun time at AR Workshop last weekend in their Chunky Knit Blanket workshop. My mom,…read moresister and I decided to do the workshop as a fun activity for my mom's birthday and this was a great activity for all experience levels. The owner Stephanie was our instructor and was super friendly, helpful and personable. I went into this activity unsure of how my blanket would turn out and left feeling confident with my completed blanket (that now adorns my couch as an accent piece) The shop is easy to find on King St and there was plenty of street parking on a Saturday morning.

A friend of mine having done classes here recommended we do an iPhone photography class together…read more As a first timer I found it great! I had no clue what majority of the settings on my phone were and having been walked through how to change the settings and what they do I so far have been able to take better quality photos from my phone. If more classes come up related to iPhone photography definitely recommend.

Do not consider the courses unless you know the hidden costs of materials before hand, as well as…read moretheir extremely rigid cancellation policy. They are not transparent in the total estimated cost of each course, i.e., the cost of materials. Or even a range of costs. And, if you do not cancel on or before an exact date, before the classes even start, and before you even know the material costs, no refund; They simply credit your account for future courses, less a $20 admin fee. Unfortunately, I was 2 days past this arbitrary cancellation date,5 days before my course start date when I went to their store to purchase materials. I was aghast at the price-nearly the cost of the course. When I called and the wrote to the head of the school, she showed no interest in my side of the story, my financial concerns. In fact, she was rude and unprofessional. There is so much room for improvement in the way the business is managed and run. They do not appear to care about their customers' feedback. And, I haven't even mentioned to store itself... Can't vouch for the teachers, as I didn't even get that far. And I won't . I will try to sell or gift my credit. There seems to be many other venues for art classes that are far less expensive. And more transparent in their costs.

I had a wonderful experience with Art Emporium. The owners Candy and Charles Barrett hosted my 70's…read moretheme party, which was awesome! The pair traveled to my location with their supplies and set up. The instructor was really friendly, patient, and was able to cater to our artistic levels. We painted an African mask and the sunset, and had a relaxing time. Since Art Emporium did an amazing job, I plan to book them for my next event. You can't go wrong booking Art Emporium. Thanks again Art Emporium!

ArtEmporium Is Incredible.......Just Incredible......Candy and Charles hosted a Red Hatter function…read morefor me today in my home....A Terrarium Party......It was beyond wonderful.....They had a large variety of offerings for the activity....the succulents were gorgeous..... healthy......there was a huge.....I mean HUGE variety of decorations for the plants....... colorful and beautiful.....Candy is so engaging......So fun........Charles, the Artist......an excellent instructor.....knowledgeable and so very patient.....The two really engaged us in the activity......Such creative and fun energy......All of the ladies were so engrossed.....IT WAS AN INTENSELY FUN DAY. The ladies produced such beautiful Terrariums with the help of Charles and Candy.......The Party was a Success because of them......It Was A Blast!......Five Stars Plus For ArtEmporium!!!

Great family business. I've seen it driving past my husband's work but didn't realize they offer…read moreclasses until I googled. So glad my friend and I came to take a short project class. We really enjoyed ourselves and will be back. Great instruction, designs offered, and value. They also have small gifts up front if you don't have time for a class, but want something hand made locally.

Fiscus Glassworks is a gem in Alexandria. I have now taken all of their classes from beginner to…read morestructure/dimension and design and build. I even entered my pieces I created in these classes at the Arlington County Fair and won the Reserve Grand Champion for my division! I now frequent their studio during open hours with their studio time passes. Brad and Maré are kind, welcoming and extremely knowledgeable! They can help you create patterns and make your stained glass visions come true. Definitely check Fiscus out!

I had such a fantastic experience at Wigenton Candle Co. in National Harbor! The workshop was…read morewell-organized, beautifully set up, and the owner was both knowledgeable and welcoming. She walked us through the process of blending scents, why these candles and oils are health conscious, and pouring our own custom candles. The space itself is bright and inviting, with shelves full of gorgeous candles and décor--it feels like a boutique and creative studio rolled into one. Perfect for a group activity, date night, or even something fun to do on your own. They have multiple items at different price point if you just want to shop!! What really stood out: * Variety of curated scents to choose from (so many amazing combinations!) * Guided experience that's beginner-friendly but still creative * Black-owned business rooted in community and craftsmanship * You leave with a candle that feels personal and luxe and is healthy to burn. Highly recommend booking a session here if you're in the area. I'll definitely be back so worth it!!!

Halloween evening I planned a romantic date night with my SO at National Harbor in Maryland…read more While waiting for their arrival, I walked through the retail district, familiarizing myself with the types of shops, and their offerings. A subtle hint had been dropped before that a couple's event, like painting and wine tasting, was of interest. There was a shop offering that experience, along with one that appeared to pair photography with alcohol?!? After further investigation however, I found 'the one's, Wigenton Candle Co. The experience they offered was much more intimate; creating a candle together. Said candle, would of course be used in the future, and each time memories of its creation would come flooding back. I ducked into the shop for an overview and spoke to the owner, Stephanie. After confirming that it was ideal, I made a reservation for a bit later that evening. Come 7:00, my SO and I arrived for our candle-making session. Being Halloween, most people were interested in far different activities, thus we were the only partipants. Stephanie explained the process to us, then had us sit at a crafting station, which had the ingredients we'd need laid out already. Stephanie provided a thorough explanation of each potential fragrance, including its benefits, and popular fragrance combinations. After testing different fragrances, and combinations, we now had all the ingredients necessary to make 'OUR' candle. Stephanie led us through the process of assembling the candle, and explained that it would need to cook for a number of hours before it could be moved. She also recommended that it not be burned for at least 3 days. As we wrapped up, Stephanie shared candle burning tips including making them last, their optimum placement within a room, etc. I asked what the inspiration was for the store. Come to find out Stephanie suffered the ill-effects that many so when burning commercially manufactured candles. They often include harmful ingredients which can negatively effect one's health (short and long-term), and exacerbate asthmatic symptoms. Needless to say, the candles you make in the store, as well as the pre-made candles and other items, such as diffuser oils, contain none of the 'bad stuff'. As we made our way out the door we learned that it's possible to bring one's own food and drink to a couple's session, adding another layer of intimacy. The reaction to the experience from both me and my SO was outstanding. It blew away all the other couple experience options available at the National Harbor, and left us both looking forward to the day (more likely night) that we would first light 'OUR' candle. We can't recommend Wigenton Candle, and Stephanie highly enough. Get there!!! 'Uncle Mike'