Don't pass by this shop. The creativity, variety and prices are remarkable. You can find home…read moregoods, drawings, paintings, outdoor art, jewelry, and sculpture, all in one spot. It's really fun to browse around this friendly spot.

From the owner: The Art Loft is a one-of-a-kind, seasonal art gallery & gift shop located 1/4 mile North of the…read morehistoric Chautauqua Institution, in Chautauqua, New York. Built in 1899, it was originally built as a storage facility for coal and feed. In the early 1900's it was converted into a lumber mill, then later used as a facility for teaching art classes to students in the area. The Art Loft was opened in 2008. The spacious open floor plan, 40 ft. loft ceiling, & rustic appearance, make for a perfect setting to house all styles of art. The gallery, a five room, ever-changing, malleable space, represents works by over 100 artists, exhibiting jewelry, sculpture, pottery, fine art, clothing and more. Be sure to check out our 2nd location, Art Loft Too, across the lake at 6 Main St, Bemus Point NY 14712.

Family was staying in Ellicottville for four days. Scheduled a class for midway into our trip and…read moreit was canceled the night before. Owner did not want to drive into town due to snow yet all the other businesses downtown were open. The other businesses said it happens frequently. Edit-- there was not a 3-4 foot snow warning. Owner did not mention any family emergencies just said could not mar the drive.

My kids and I went to this location to throw pottery. We were told we would receive a call for…read morepick up in 6 weeks. We never received a call. We have reached out to the merchant several times (phone and email) to pick up the pottery. We have been ignored. We are now out over $100 for pottery we never received. DO NOT USE THIS ARTVENTURES.

Artlore Studio opened in the Spring of 2016 and has energized an already robust art scene in Erie…read more Artlore Studio is an art space which consists of handmade jewelry and other gifts, local visual arts; paintings and sculptures, on display and for sale, live music several nights a month and art camps for kids. Artlore Studio just recently tripled its floor space and has great plans for shows, concerts, kids art classes and studio work space. This is a must see for your visit to Erie and local people, you need to make this a weekly or monthly part of your art diet. Lena is a very outgoing and knowledgeable proprietor as well as a talented jeweler and her husband Steve is a talented musician.

We had a private class with two of us. It was an outstanding experience - we were surprised at how…read moremuch fun we had and the quality of the items we ended up making. One of us had never had any experience with ceramics and still came away with three beautiful pieces! The hands-on teaching technique took some getting used. If you're not touchy feely be aware that there's (literally) a lot of hand-holding. It's so worth it! Every time we drink from our beautiful mugs or eat from our bowls we glow from a sense of accomplishment and from the glow of a great memory.

I stepped away from clay for awhile and started taking classes with Vickie and it is such a…read morerelaxing, creative and rewarding experience. I am in my happy place!!! Great place for shopping for gifts also. I love handmade art.

I really loved all the home made items!! A lot of TLC went into the work and the selection was…read morereally nice too!!

Awesome little store with a great atmosphere. Best candles you can get anywhere in the world. The…read morescents are strong but not overbearing. They are long burning and clean burning. These soy candles will not disappoint! You can order off their website or visit their very cozy cute store. Staff are polite and helpful. Highly recommend to anyone and everyone.

My NY friend and I visited this place and I was so delighted with all the vendors and art displays…read more The chapel is beautiful with high ceilings and stained glass tall windows. Items for sale were all reasonably priced and there were around 160 vendors. It took awhile to decide what I wanted/needed to buy. Finally bought 3 stained glass flowers ($5 ea) to put in my planters and a pretty necklace ($18). I wanted another necklace but it had no price and there was no answer from the artist after the cashier tried to get a hold of them which is a shame because they lost a sale). I was visiting from another state but I hope I get another chance to go back.

Beautiful church building which houses these wonderful items for sale. Always can find great gifts…read morehere. Highly recommend- you won't regret it

Mudslingers is 1/2 pottery shop & gallery, 1/2 pottery studio. The proprieter, Ron, offers pottery…read moreclasses and rents out wheels and stalls and kiln time to potters in need of a place to throw clay around. He's a laid back guy, always in clay spattered jeans and t-shirt or flannel shirt. He and one or two of his students sell their ware in the front of the shop, while the wheels and kilns are in the back. Most of Ron's pottery is functional, non-froofy earthware. Don't expect it to be super cheap; it is, after all, hand-thrown and not mass produced. It is certainly quality, and to me well worth the money. I believe that he takes special orders--need a gift for your daughter who is getting married? He very may well be able to make a set of goblets for her. Looking for a fruit bowl of a specific size? Ask him! It's possible he can throw one of the size and color you want. Mudslingers is a hidden gem behind the main street in Fredonia. Don't miss it!

I walked in here with a person with disabilities. At first, we were in a great mood thinking we…read morewere going to have a fun, creative experience until the guy working there (owner? guy with grey beard) yelled at us stating "I don't teach disadvantaged people like that". I said that I am here to guide and teach. The guy, without knowing anything about me said that I also wasn't qualified to teach him) Then, he looked at my car outside and said I was parked next to a fire hydrant and it really pisses him off. (I was properly parked in a space lined for cars next to it) He continued to yell at us, and while leaving I told him that he was discriminating against a person with disabilities and that I would notify the appropriate agency about the discrimination. I felt like I stepped back in time where people had no rights!

Me and my fiancé love this place the owner is the sweetest she goes above and beyond for everyone!…read moreI recommend making your own candle the experience is so amazing ! So many scents to choose from and I love them all!!!!

From the owner: We are a local small business who specializes in making soy candles. Come check out our signature…read moreline or sit down at our bar top to get a interactive experience in making your own custom candle.

You have to love a business that doesn't give you a physical address on their website, but offers…read moreGPS coordinates and a hand-drawn map. (100 CR #13 isn't the correct address; I had to enter in a random number to get the map marker to appear. The map is correct.) All of their pottery (except for the raku) is dishwasher, microwave and oven safe. They're unbelievably sturdy; we bought our mugs around 10 years ago and I've dropped them on the hardwood floor and in the sink several times without a single scratch or chip. I always swore that I was going to complete my collection some day when I had the money, but I don't think they offer our particular glaze pattern anymore. Their pottery makes a great one-of-a-kind gift or housewarming present if you can't decide what to get someone. In addition to tableware, they also have vases, vessels, sculptures, wall hangings and ornaments. If you're in the area, set aside some time to take the beautiful drive out there and pick yourself up some pottery of your own. While you're out there,stop by Brookside Studio for a water color (http://www.brooksidestudio.com/) and check out Griffis Scultpture Park (http://www.griffispark.org/category/15/griffis-sculpture-park.aspx)

From the owner: Surrounded by the beautiful hills of Northern Cattaraugus County, one hour south of Buffalo, NY,…read moreHoh-Shed Studio Pottery in Otto, NY is a wonderful destination for pottery lovers! Each season hundreds of of satisfied customers return to add to their collections of original handmade stoneware pottery. Michael and Elliott Hutten have been producing functional and decorative stoneware since 1982. Working by hand with a potter's wheel, slab roller and simple tools, Elliott makes each piece with consistency and craftsmanship.