I absolutely love this place! I've been to their fund raiser and to a print class... and I just…read morecan't say enough great things about it. First, the people that work here genuinely love what they do... and it shows. They organize things PERFECTLY. It starts on time, is well-run, and the people that join in on these events are also just amazing. What a fun experience from start to finish. The parking nearby is a little rough on the weekends, obviously... but otherwise, this place is the best! Do a class, do an event... you won't be disappointed!

Family Fridays : painting soup mugs! So fun except for the little loudmouth jerk that won't STFU!…read more My little and had so much fun painting our mugs. It was a great experience to do this together. Two hour time was perfect. Good instruction and great supplies. I love the colors and getting creative though this is not my wheelhouse, it was still a lot of fun. Classes are very affordable. The instruction was great and gave me some ideas to play with layering. I had a little problem with using a gift card but they were great in the office to get us signed up and squared away. We'll definitely be back!

Stephen has created several custom 14k gold pieces for me over the years. I love working with him,…read moreas he is very meticulous, listens to what you want and is really creative. Recently, I asked him to design a charm that looked like Chicago's "The Bean" sculpture. I live in Chicago and could not find any jeweler that had one or could find one for me, so I reached out to Stephen. He retrieved the exact dimensions of the Bean off the internet to get an accurate scale and sent me several wax castings to choose from. He helped me pick the one that would look best with all the other charms, checked all the charms on my bracelet to make sure the jump rings were soldered, and polished the entire bracelet before sending it back to me. Wow!! I was thrilled! I would highly recommend working with Stephen on any kind of jewelry project you may be contemplating!!

Stephen, the owner of Jewelry set in stone was super knowledgeable of his craft…read more He repaired my wife's wedding ring and it looked better than it was new. He made me feel comfortable and trustworthy the first time I met him. I highly recommend him to repair or build you a keepsake that looks beautiful and last a lifetime.

I recently picked up ceramics and learned about Rovin when I was looking for a place to buy…read moreunderglazes for my pieces. They're affiliated with Motawi Tile which I LOVE, so I was excited to check them out. The place I take classes doesn't allow outside clay but they do source the clay we use from Rovin. I've been using their "You Betcha" mix (mid-range) and really love it. It's got a bit of grog in it which means you're not going to get a super smooth surface but it helps give the clay a bit more structure. Since I'm still learning I like that this one has a bit more heft to it and holds its shape a little better for sculpting and fixing mistakes! But what I was most excited about were the glazes and underglazes! They have so many! And each one has a fired example piece which was so nice since what you see if often not what you get with these. Mostly I've seen things online but it's hard to really get a sense since photos and screens can sometimes misrepresent as well. In the end I got an Amaco underglaze watercolor set of a few colors and a few 2oz bottles of some of my go-to colors. They also sell the underglazes by the pint but since I'm still learning and will be at most a hobbiest, a little goes a long way and I found the 2oz perfect to start with. I'm also excited to come back to get some more of those as well as some glazes since they carry many stunning options. But I decided to pace myself this time! They have some tools here available as well, and for really reasonable prices. I also bought a few drape molds and a stylus tool for fine detail work. I also came in about 15 minutes before close and the staff was still super nice and helpful and didn't make me feel rushed at all. Can't wait to pop in again soon!

We used to buy our clay at Rovin when they were in Taylor, MI. I hadn't realized they moved but…read moreLOVE the new location. We went in for clay and left with a bag full of goodies and a head full of ideas. They were so helpful here and got us everything we needed. The amount of different clays is mindboggling but the staff asked us lots of great questions and found the perfect items for us. Everything you could every need for throwing pots, modeling, firing, and just good fun is here. They also fire for a fee. They sell both electric and kick wheels, all kinds of tools, and plenty of glazes.

I just purchased my third ring from Alex. My first two were when I lived near Ann Arbor, His work…read moreis of extremely high quality and he creates very unique one-of-a-kind pieces. It was the first time I bought a piece online (due to the 2020 coronavirus pandemic) and I was nervous by not getting to try on the ring first, but after a few emails back and forth, I settled on buying the ring and am very happy I did. I live on the East Coast a little west of Boston and I can tell you that there are no jewelers with Alex's talent for unusual creations or attentive (and patient) level of customer service here. I will definitely buy online again! Gina B. central Massachusetts

I've bought two rings over the past 2 years from Alex. One was a lovely men's wedding ring to…read morereplace mine of 32 years - a great selection. More important, however, is the experience I had from Alex designing an exceptional ring with a Tanzanite gem he picked out from abroad. The design was fantastic, a real beauty that my wife loved. Alex is the ultimate artist with great advice and a nice personality. He is 6 stars.

Artists who restored a priceless heirloom: Matthew Hoffman is an artist, and his collaborator Kris…read moreKeller a total pro. Over the years we commissioned several pieces, one of which we consider a particulary important family heirloom. Then we lost it. Theft? Carelessness? who knows. What I do know is that without a perfect photo, recreating this piece would be very difficult. Working together, Matthew and Kris recreated, in exquisite detail, a piece that was one of a kind, and that is now almost identical, to take its place in our family story. I cannot recommend them more highly. The quality of the work is flawless, their access to superior gemstones outstanding, and the service is unparalleled.

Matthew Hoffman and everyone at Ten did an amazing job designing our engagement/wedding ring set…read more(both women's and men's rings). We have really unique wedding rings that we will now have for the rest of our lives, with matching small sapphires. We also brought him a family diamond that he set for the engagement ring. Gorgeous. We have gotten tons of compliments on our rings. We went to another jewelry shop in Ann Arbor before visiting his and were underwhelmed with the service at the other shop. With Matthew we received very personalized attention, and the designs were just incredibly special. You can choose something from his own designs, or come with your own and he will help to shape your vision.

Omg - 10x YES! You…read moreever wanted to get trained on some tools. This is the place they have a variety of selections available and you can also view those online along with the dates. Highly suggest doing the tour before you register for a class and or membership because you will get a discount on your first class. The trainer was super attentive and will help you build up your confidence even if you came nervous like I did. You always hearing horror stories about things not going right when people use tools even after watching YouTube channels. I attended the three saw class which included on hand training and techniques on the panel, miter, and table saw. Please note in order to use their tools outside of training you would need to become a member which is still a great opportunity for someone who's trying to start or began a new crafting and or trade. Did I mention that there's two shop dogs there? Yes, they're two bloodhounds that walks around in the lobby. Unfortunately they're not always there but I believe they are in the a.m. so if you do a tour make sure you say hi and they have treats available. Strongly recommend this place. I can't say enough about how happy I was just to do the things outside of my comfort zone. Happy crafting!!!

I didn't know the right words, so they snickered and demeaned me…read more Then they repeated what I said very slowly, but by bit, with a snide grin. One person will tell you they don't offer a service, then another person will say they do. Their website is evidently wrong according to them, but they can't fix it.

"A creative adult is a child that has survived." - Unknown…read more Calling all craftaholics!! AR Workshop is a DIY shop where you can sign up to do pre-determined crafts throughout the week and weekends. Examples include cake stands, signs, tote bags, and clocks. The inside is adorably decorated with a modern rustic theme. There are large tables where you and your group can sit at to work on your crafts together inside. You can also book a private event in advance through their website which is pretty easy to navigate. There is ample parking space which is always a plus. I came for their grand opening with a friend. This event was well-planned and so much fun! They had teal decorations and balloons everywhere and were well-stocked with alcoholic drinks, water bottles with their logo, sparkling juice, a charcuterie platter, shrimp with cocktail sauce, and burritos. Guests were able to make a simple craft which were small wooden boards with various stains and cute phrases stenciled on top you could choose to paint with a variety of shades and colored glitter. They even had a cute photobooth 'van' outside, live music, and raffles throughout the evening. Seriously well-planned, my friend and I had a great time. This would be a great place for showers, bachelorette parties, birthdays, and special celebrations. I'm excited to come here for another event in the future!

Meh. If you're into mediocre decor, this is the place for you. But beware, the employees don't…read morealways get your design right. One person in our group actually had an employee tear off her stencil before she was finished so she didn't even get to take her work home since they had to "fix it" for her. And if you step away from your project for more than a second, the employees take the liberty of doing whatever they want with it. I definitely wouldn't recommend this place if you expect your work to be "yours." They take it upon themselves to do whatever they choose to your project. I actually left without them even putting the legs on my stand because they split one of my friends projects by nailing where they shouldn't have. They ruined the whole look. I recommend going elsewhere or ordering your own design from Etsy.

I was pretty bummed with Saline Picture Frame closed but Phoenix Custom Framing swooped in to…read moreprovide custom framing services out here for us in Saline. I got two pieces framed - 1 print that was a Christmas present for my husband & 1 odd object (a coffee bag!) Really appreciated the great eye and recommendations. I wouldn't have picked the trim, matting in the same way if I didn't have their guidance. Also while custom framing is an investment, Phoenix has many different options (e.g. they even have a 3rd type of glass so you're not stuck with either REALLY expensive museum glass or nothing). All in all, really happy with their work!

Love having this custom frame shop in town. The staff were incredibly helpful with guiding my frame…read moreselections, and each of my pieces (three in total so far) have come back looking fantastic. I mostly appreciate how the team there is friendly and gracious with their time and provides as much time and options as I need to feel great about my selection. I look forward to working with them again!