This was one of the coolest places to hangout and talk with friends. There is a parking look steps…read moreaway. When you walk in, it's really a nice break from reality with all of the whimsical, antique, speakeasy feel. You can sip on tea and coffee and walk around the shop. Nice size biscotti went well with their tea. I had the blueberry muffin also. My friend and I had two cups of tea that were great! Staff is super nice and we could have spent more than 2 hrs in there just relaxing and catching up. I look forward to going back there. It's a nice intimate space to sit alone or a couple of friends.

Tea shop during the day and an underground speakeasy by night…read more A group of friends and I came here for the first time and we were very impressed with a short wait time, and the very cool ambience and set up of the different areas to sit at Our server told us they specialized in mythological crafted cocktails, which came with an added ritual. I got Aset, the Egyptian goddess of healing, magic, funereal rites, and motherhood. ASET (EGYPTIAN) color-changing twist on a corpse reviver butterfly pea flower infused prairie gin, luxardo triple sec, elderflower liqueur, lemon, glitter MICTLANTECUTLI (AZTEC) blood orange margarita, rocks blood orange tequila, blood orange liqueur, lime, orange bitters, smoked salt We also Mediterranean: Hummus, Olives Herb, Chips Everything was very good and I would definitely come back during the day to check out their tea shop

Knowledgeable, friendly and cozy are the best ways to describe New England Yarn. Mary, the owner,…read moreis a former public librarian so she knows her way around finding the right book, yarn or notion for customers. Prices are about average for what you would expect to pay at a local yarn shop. This is not a big box store and the quality of service and products shows that. Classes are available and I have taught a few myself.

Just learned of this little gem yarn store ! Mary assisted with a knitting afghan and went out of…read moreher way to assist. Made sure I returned to support this quaint - local shop. Mary again assisted with my questions.

I've been to Art Buzz twice now, and I absolutely love it! It's so much fun, and I appreciate how…read moreit goes beyond the typical paint-and-sip class. At Art Buzz, you're encouraged to be creative with your paintings, which means you have the flexibility to choose your colors and add your own personal spin to your art. It's a unique experience and different from any other paint-and- sip classes I've been to.

Had a really fun time with my friends at the Galentine's / Outside The Lines class! As a novice…read morepainter, the instructor was easy to follow and super helpful. I loved the piece I created and it was really cool to see how everyone's painting had their own unique look. I liked mine so much, that I opted to buy the picture frame so it was ready to hang up when I got home. The price for the class was also super reasonable and it's great that you can BYOB. Can't wait to come back for another girls' night out!

Soully For You was such a beautiful space in many ways! The amazing aroma hit you as soon as you…read morereached the steps. It is beautifully decorated and beautifully run. The owner is well educated and very passionate. She had a plethora of fragrances and decorative pieces to add to your candle. My sister and I had a great time and will be returning. I highly recommend SFY! She also has homemade skincare products which left my skin feeling moisturized and having a nice shine. Thank you for such a great night!

From the owner: New, Fun, Unique BYOB Candle Making Workshops Perfect for Girl's Night!…read moreElevate your Self-Care Rituals using our Handcrafted Bath, Body, and Candles

My friend and I attended a one-night pottery class. It was so much fun! The instructor/owner, Pedro…read morewas a fantastic teacher. The class was small enough so that everyone got individual attention and there was enough time and freedom to experiment. I have never used a wheel and now I want to do it more often. A great place to try out this technique in a low-stress and relaxed format. I will definitely be back

Pedro was very kind taking me into the Coop Program for the opening semester. It was a great…read moreexperience in all ways. A supportive, nurturing atmosphere where I could get reacquainted with my love of working with clay. Pedro has all of the qualities to have a first rate ceramic facility that draws in talent and novice artists, all wanting to explore the richness of clay where the proximity to talent easily rubs off. Go Pedro Go!

This was a charity event for the Meriden Humane Society. The studio itself is so bright and…read morecolorful you're instantly happy when you walk in! The owner is energetic and encouraging and just plain fun! BYOB and BYOF so you can have a little paint party. Some of the options looked like fun and I can't wait to hopefully try it out there again.

This is my second time going to this establishment for a class. The first time was the "Paint Your…read morePet". It was so much fun and my painting came out just like my pet looks. I went again Saturday night with my husband for her "Valentine Date Night"event. My husband was skeptical but had a good time. Our painting came out great. Kate is so helpful, and fun. She played great music and served sweet treats. Take a class if you have the opportunity. You will not regret it.

I came here for the latest Yelp CT Made event. I have to admit, I'm not sure I would have come…read moreacross this spot without Yelp, as I'm pretty home crafty, but Laurie was a great teacher and host for a clay pendant making class. Laurie really makes the back experience worthwhile. She was great at helping the group and teaching us what to do. The clay pendant class was nice. I have a bit of experience with polymer clay, and Laurie broke down the techniques very well. Many of the classes feature wine, which is definitely an added plus for adulting crafts.

I first had the opportunity to visit and "get my craft on" at a Yelp CT Made event in August. The…read moreowner was a great hostess and made us all feel welcome - helping us get our creative juices flowing while we created a wonderful necklace. When I got home I quickly "liked" her Facebook page and was amazed at not only the number but the variety of classes that Laurie offers. For only having a brick and mortar location since May 2016 - she has tapped into a market for those of us whom want to be creative but don't want to just sit and paint. From creating your own laundry detergent to designing your own jewelry, Laurie has created a variety of class for every age imaginable. I also recently attending a Sunday Yoga and Craft class (which I believe is going to be a monthly event). An hour of relaxing and gentle yoga followed by crafting (that day we made glass magnets) is the best way to spend a Sunday afternoon. The class was intimate and I loved Laurie's energy and positivity. Can't wait to sign up for another class soon!

I brought my family for drop-in ceramic painting on Mother's Day. I did call ahead to confirm…read morespace. They had one large table that I was able to reserve for eight of us. They have lots of tables for four or five people. You just drop in and they have a large amount of different ceramics that you can pick to paint. The price is on it. It's a flat rate whatever the price is that's all you pay. You take home your work the same day as the glaze is a no fire glaze. We were able to bring food and snacks and drinks and enjoyed our time together. They also have adult and child painting classes. I would definitely recommend coming by. They also do parties with a large room in the back as well..

This place is so fun! The owners actually work there and they are so nice and funny helping to make…read morethe experience even better! You can pick from a bunch of different things to paint and there is an area to pick whatever colors you want. There are a lot of colors. They clean the brushes and give a you a bunch to choose from. They have different things for different holidays. It seems like it would be such a cute date idea maybe Valentine's Day or even just a girl's night out. It was my first time doing something like this and I lobed it!

I attended an event where Paint the Town lead a painting class. The class was about 90 people of…read moreall ages. All materials were provided. The instructors moved at a reasonable pace. They offered painting tricks and tips as needed, and they were very friendly and supportive of all dofferent skill levels. While there was a general instruction, painters were encouraged to use their own creativity as well. It was a great experience, and I would definitely do it again!

I have done two events with Paint the Town and both have been well received…read more These were with my business clients. Each time the instructor was excellent, patient and talented. To add to the experience, I brought a blue-tooth speaker to play music and supplied wine to sip and a charcuterie board to snack while painting, I would highly recommend Paint the Town.