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Create A Memory

3.8 (49 reviews)
Open • 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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Marie K.

Went on March 2nd and paid to have my order shipped which I was told it would ship in 1wk I called 3 weeks later to be told she's short handed and very busy but would ship it that day. I get your busy but don't charge $15 for shipping if your to busy to ship. I received my order and very disappointed that I received it not looking how I left it painted. The texture that was left in the ears seems to have melted and ran down the ears and a big purple spot appears on the back of the ear when I never even used purple. We did have fun while there but will not return.

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Glenn M.

We definitely "Created a Memory". A really bad memory for me and my family. The staff working the register humiliated my family in front of a room full of people. We had just selected our ornaments to paint when the staff asked if we made reservations. I explained that we waited at the front to be seated when we saw the sign that's says grab your trays and find a spot to sit. After she realized that I had told my family to return the ornaments and we were leaving, she tried to justify that we can keep the table we were at as the others found another table. I explained to her that her tone and the way she had approached us was unwarranted. I asked her to look around the room as we were the only colored people in there. New customers walking in and finding tables were not treated the way we were. Since there are no zero stars allowed, they get a lousy one-star that they don't even deserve!

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I love this place. They have a great selection of pottery to paint and they go over all the instructions when you come in. There may be a small wait. We waited 15-20 minutes but we spent that picking out our pottery. Helpful and friendly staff who are trying to help multiple people at once. I highly recommend this place for people of any age!!

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Seth K.

I only came to Create a Memory because my girlfriend wanted to go. I took her for her birthday; I had no idea what I was going to do. I always though painting pottery was kind of girly! I WAS WAY WRONG! The proprietor Ann is friendly and very helpful. John her son is very creative and makes wonderful pieces. Dwain is Ann spouse and he is funny and can answer just about any question you might have. They are willing to help you out with anything. Enough about the staff. They have projects from $5 up to $200. There is no limit on what you can paint or how you paint it. Ann is opened minded and she won't hinder your creative process. If you can't finish your project they will keep it safe until you return. You pay for the project not the time. You can work on projects for weeks or mouths. The atmosphere is wide open with many tables to work at. They even have a computer so you can look for ideas or pictures. They have drinks available for purchase (Not alcohol). The whole place is kid friendly and wheel chair accessible. They are located below a parking structure, so you won't have a problem find a parking spot. So I said that painting pottery was just for women, well I was right. You can paint sport team logos, guns, bands. There is NO LIMITS!! Plus you bring your girl in and she will love you long time. :) Create a Memory is great for kids, families, friends, groups and parties. To top it off there is NO CLEAN UP. Just paint, pay and leave. Come back a few days later and you project is done.

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3.2(6 reviews)
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Go, go, go!!! This place is a blast! You can work on your…read moreart there or take it home. You purchase the pre-made piece and they provide the paint, brushes, firing and everything else you may need. For what you get and the enjoyment, it's very affordable family fun. I wanted a bowl and a plate to personalize for myself. The art and creativity just pours out of you. It's intense and enjoyable. Watching the family intently working on their projects across the table is so satisfying. The service was off the chart! Charity, working alone, was simply amazing! With all that she was responsible for, you'd think there were three of her working at the same time. You'd normally work on your stuff there, but at the time we had to take our projects home, due to Covid. We weren't quite finished at home, but had run dry of the proper paint. We showed up at the store and they were packed with Spring break families. Charity somehow found us a small table to finish our projects. Much appreciated Charity! She was working alone and while we were there, she unfortunately had to turn away family after family, every 5 minutes. I felt an urgency to finish my work quickly, so other families would have a chance to play. I'm so happy that they are busy. This type of business needs to sustain for families and the community. I love this good stuff. We left our finished pieces there to be fired and told that we should expect to pick them up in about a week. I can't wait to eat from my personalized bowl and plate. They are microwave & dishwasher safe, so it's chow down time when they are complete. Anyway, go, go, go there! Support this unique and special place. It's fun, affordable & easy for all ages and their selection of projects are endless. Thanks again Charity, you do the service industry very proud. Your attitude is positively contagious. Keep up the great work!

I had the best time and experience here at Surefire!! I…read morehave been coming since I was a little girl with my family and have always recommended it to all my family and friends looking for a place to relax or hangout and chill with some friends. The staff is amazing and so helpful, and they always have the cutest pottery to paint with endless creative possibilities!! 10/10 recommend:)

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