Some people know I've been looking for something to keep my mind and hands busy for the past 6…read moremonths. Well for the past few months I've been helping out at an amazing company. Brazos Glassworks They have been allowing me to learn hands on for the past few months. Besides the classes they offer, they also have a HUGE selection of materials to make the ones they teach as well as whatever your mind and YouTube can figure out. Ether way, they ship worldwide (Etsy or website direct) After learning with the two owners, amazing women who have been connected to not only the Brazos Valley but Aggie Nation and US Army Veterans. This was my first creation! Much thanks to these amazing local business owners for keeping us occupied during these trying times. No masks were harmed during the making of this dish. Check them out here. https://brazosglassworks.com Give the Facebook page a like! Thanks Ladies! Looking forward to more soon.

We came here for the class and made a Christmas ornament, it was so much fun!! I would definitely…read morecome back. The ornament does take 24 hours to finish, so they are going to ship it to us. Thank you Barbra and Debbie!

My partner and I came here to paint pottery for eachother as mementos and for a nice memory…read more The staff was very welcoming and helpful to beginners and answered all the niche questions I had about glazes and what I should or shouldn't do (I'm an over thinker so I had a lot of questions). They were very patient and explained everything I was curious about in depth. They didn't make me feel like any of my questions were dumb or unnecessary. The staff also regularly checked up on us. I also liked that they gave off a calm vibe. I'd say that the staff was one of the best parts about this place. My piece was the mug. I am an artist in multiple medias but this was pretty new to me and I had fun with working with glaze. Although my piece didn't come out as well as I had hoped, I still love it and appreciate things made by hands with care and effort. I also learned a lot for the next time I come around. I hope to try the to-go kit. My partner doesn't have art experience but he still found it easy to work with the glazes and he had a good time. I ended up painting my mug until closing, but they did allow me to take my piece home and come back the next day to finish, which I appreciated. I did like the selection of all the different mugs and plates and everything, and I would say it's pretty decently sized, but during my visit I also did wish a little bit they had just a little more in terms of kitchen stuff. Though I understand something like that might be hard to achieve space-wise and cost-wise. I'd say the selection is good overall. During the making of my mug, I did like that they supplied markers (the marker ink disappears during firing!) as well as a paper for me to draft my design and lay it out on the mug. As an artist, the first sketch is very important to me. I also liked the brush selection. I did find brushes that suited my needs, but I also feel like a lot of the bigger brushes need to be replaced with new ones, as they felt frayed and hard to control. They had a big selection of other tools such as stencils, stamps, and these little bottles with needle droppers for fine detailing. The glazes were easy to locate and there was enough bottles for everybody. I liked that it specified they are lead-free and food safe as that is something I was concerned about. I also liked the little magnetic tiles on display to preview finished glaze colors and layers. The magnets made it easy compare how certain colors looked alongside another and imagine how your fired product would look. They also provide special pencils to leave a special message or your name on the piece with. Both days I brought a drink and a snack, which was a really nice experience. I liked that we could bring food and drink in, it made it a lot more fun and enjoyable. I also liked that the environment wasn't too loud with chatter or annoying music, allowing me to relax while I painted (especially as somebody with sensory issues). There were people talking at other tables but it isn't bothering. The cost isn't annoying, I'd say it's satisfactory and simple; just whatever you painted + studio/processing fee. I think for what I and my partner painted, the prices for the pottery itself were reasonable, as well as the studio fee. As for the finishing time, they got it out sooner than expected (a few days after submitted) which was satisfactory. Pickup was pretty quick and simple. The mug I made has found its home as my partner's coffee mug and my partner's lemon catch-all has found a home as a lovely scent wax bowl for our new candle warmer. Overall I'm pretty satisfied and I see myself coming again to paint gifts for my parents. Attatched are process photos, as well as a finished product photo and a few photos of the location.

LOVED this place!! Staff is very kind, materials are very organized, and can't wait to paint here…read moreagain!! The pottery choices are also so cute. We sat outside and it was very peaceful!

Made the drive in from New Braunfels to paint with some friends. Had such a fun time!!! Other folks…read morescheduled cancelled due to coronavirus, so it was just us!! It was amazing!! My husband and I teamed up for a 5ft single board sign. It turned out so awesome!! The instructor guided us, helped us, and was there for suggestions as we went. We will for sure be doing this again. So many neat possibilities, and I learned so much too! My favorite part was how one piece could be a team effort between my husband and I. It's nice not having to pay per person as with other painting places. Highly suggest this place, and don't forget to BYOB!!! Makes it that much more fun!

best art gallery I've ever visited. LOVED THE ART!!! Daria is an amazing hostess with good sense of…read morehumor and knowledge!

I've never done any of the painting classes before, but Dary is amazing. I can hardly draw the…read morehangman guy in that game I played as a kid, but with her guidance, the painting that I left with that night is one of the most prized possessions. She says that "everyone is an artist" and if she can make MY work look good, then anyone can go in and have fun with her. PLUS, you can bring your own drinks and food with you, so actually...maybe it was partially due to the Maker's Mark helping my inner artist come out! :) They have classes all the time for kids and adults, and new painting options are constantly being added. Give DEGALLERY a shot, you won't be sorry.

I'm still gushing after my private pottery lesson with Amanda. I heard about her classes from a…read moreflyer on a community board, I am so happy I followed-up. For $99, I got a 2-hour (well, 2.5 hour) private lesson with Amanda, where I learned how to throw on a wheel and even had the opportunity to create my own piece. Amanda herself is very warm, talented, and a great teacher. She was very encouraging during more challenging parts and stepped in to save the piece. She took the time to teach me certain concepts and terms. The experience felt like learning from an expert friend. A nice touch, too, was that she offered to take photos as I worked on the wheel. At first, I was not very interested, but there is now awesome documentation of my work, including some amusing videos. If video/photos are not your jam, you certainly don't have to do it. But I am grateful that she suggested it because I wouldn't have these awesome pictures as a nice souvenir. I ultimately made 2 pieces. For an extra $15, Amanda will glaze and fire your piece, which you can pick up about a month later. Such a unique, fun experience. I'd highly recommend checking out her studio and lessons.

My boyfriend and I visited in mid February for the date night class and it was delightful :) This…read morewas our first time doing pottery but Amanda was so patient and is such a great instructor. We paid extra to have our pieces glazed and fired, and the selection of glazes she provided were so pretty too. I can't wait to see the pieces we made!

Not sure what the G stands for in the name, but I think maybe "gem." This little shop is truly a…read moregem in a very lackluster setting - a tiny little strip of shopfronts in an unassuming area of town. But once inside, you'll find it literally glitters with a huge collection of beautiful glassware-the passion of owner, Anita, and sparkles with the potential of hidden treasure in the eclectic mix of goodies in the backroom: kitchen kitsch, vintage irons and sewing patterns, picnic baskets, ceramic chickens, and enamelware to name a few of my finds. The front room is filled with beautiful antique furniture and the whole place is filled with the delicious smells of Anita's hand-poured candles. The shop is open Wednesday through Saturday.

LOVE this antique store. Her prices are reasonable and the selection is beyond huge. There is…read moresomething new every time I come! favorite finds so far include: a beautiful brass tray, a vintage LBD, and a wicker room divider (which was $10! cannot beat that). be sure to go outside and check out the two sheds with furniture!

We came for rhe antique store next door but wanted to check this place out too. They do framing but…read morealso have a small gallery of local artists work. There's a little bit of everything. The staff was nice and was sure to tell us things about the business as we looked around.

A few of us stopped by this place the other night for First Friday. It's quite a quaint lilt art…read moregallery. I love that it's filled with the works of local artists, all of whom are exceptionally talented. On First Fridays, they bring in musicians, host local artists, and create a great environment to spend an evening with friends. They do sell a variety of pieces - paintings, stationary cards, prints, jewelry, etc. A pack of cards definitely caught my eye, but just a heads up, they are a little pricier than you would expect for similar goods elsewhere. But then again, they are much rarer and more unique. I think a pack of six or seven cards were about $15. So, not insanely pricey, but definitely a little more than I would expect to pay. There's such a great diversity of artwork - you'll definitely find something wonderful that suits your taste.

This is one of those Salado or Fredericksburg-esque type of shops with all kinds of unique gifts…read more It is definitely geared more toward women, but I think it would be a great place for guys to come look for a gift for their lady. The staff have been very friendly and greet me when I walk in, so that's nice.

I'm biased cause I work here but it is an enjoyable work space with lots of nice people. Customers…read moreare always saying how much they love the place.