We did a day trip to Richmond. This was fun. The artists were friendly and recommended things to do…read morein town. Highly recommend as a group activity or solo.

This place is the Spot! I came here for a work event and we made glass pumpkins (it's definitely…read morenot inexpensive but was a great experience). Everyone had a really great time picking their colors and doing the glass blowing. The pumpkins came out really great and the pickup process was super easy! My one complaint would be that we were such a large group (we had 2 groups back to back) and I was in the 2nd group- you could tell the staff got tired (very understandable since they had to make 20+ pumpkins) and they didn't do a great job explaining the process ahead of time. On the upside, they were great about talking you through it in the moment. It was pretty dummy proof since the staff did most of the process for you, I don't think I can say I actually did "glass blowing" which I think is fine. Overall, would recommend this for events (but maybe smaller groups) and the staff is really skilled. They have a shop up front which I would recommend checking out!

Had to pop on here to rave about Magdalena's Botanica, an Esoteric and spiritual supply shop. It's…read morein a great location, inconspicuously tucked into Churchill proper on 25th St. The energy here is impeccable. They have so many different things from herbs to candles to books to tarot decks to crystals, etc etc. High quality items that are priced fairly. I was especially impressed with their wide variety of herbs. I especially loved their house made candles. I purchased some herbs and candles. The owner was there and checked us out. And she even offered to cleanse and dress my jar candle for me for free. Which was such a lovely touch. The staff was so warm and welcoming. Now that I've seen how fantastic this shop is, I am going to be a regular customer. Black owned, LGBT+ safe

there are so many great things about Magdalena's Botanica. The first of which is the amazing…read moreoverwhelming selection of spiritual items. Highly recommend visiting it the first time to get an idea of everything that they have and coming back knowing what you need. They have supplies for diverse selection of people and spiritualities. The service is excellent and I will definitely be back..

bought tickets to Don't Tell Comedy and the show was at this location. It was runny young guys who…read moreseated us and the set up was a small stage with 3 cocktail tables and about 50 chairs in front of the stage. They have a full bar in the back with 2 young female bartenders. One had just started yesterday, very sweet girl There's also artwork on the walls,- very expensive artwork- but beautifully painted animals on every wall. This seemed like a nice place to rent for a small event. the show was cool. the comedians were all up and coming. some funny, some still working on material. we had a good time though.

Black Iris is a super cool music social club and coworking space in Jackson Ward. I love the First…read moreFriday art walk events they hold here. I've had some friends have their art here, it's wonderful how they support local artists. They also have live shows with local musicians too. While they do have paid memberships for co-working and social club benefits, they do open it to the general public from time to time. They also do private events. I went to a wedding in December here. It was a lovely venue for an intimate wedding. I found it strange that they decided to paint the walls the same morning of the wedding though. I did love having the chance to explore the different floors. Their interior design here is gorgeous. They offer a game room with a pacman game and pool table, a cigar lounge, coworking spaces, a bar and an art gallery. I love how unique each room is too. I would highly recommend checking this place out.

Still Life Studios has become one of my favorite places in the city to take ceramic classes. I have…read morebeen going there for two months straight, and I have officially found my new hobby of choice. I like how the classes are organized because clay, glaze, tools, and kiln firings are all included in the cost of the class. The space is huge and has multiple tables and rooms to practice your ceramic skills. They even have a semi-outdoor garage area for potters to set up in. In addition to the great space, the staff are all super helpful. The owner, Jess, and teacher, Brooklin, make the space very inviting and informative. It's a great environment to ask questions and be inquisitive about the process. Also, all the other potters who go there, whether members or students, are happy to share their knowledge with newcomers. I would recommend taking the "Bowl in One" class first for just $60 before committing to a whole month of classes. But I promise, once you start at Still Life, you won't ever want to stop.

We got a group of friends together to go and do an hour long pottery class. Our teacher was named…read moreGreen. They did an amazing job helping us learn the basics while also laughing and having a good time. I highly recommend this place to go and try something new. you can go by yourself or you can get a group of people. excellent spot for some good fun, top-notch, quality, and service and the space itself is lovely.

Spirited Art is SUCH a great idea! No artistic skill necessary and you still end up with a (semi)…read moreprofessional looking painting! I took my mom here as a Christmas present and we both had a blast! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was lively and welcoming. We had about 12 other people in our class, and although we each painted the same picture and followed the same instructions from the teacher, all of our paintings looked slightly different but equally as impressive! The calendar on their website displays photos of the different paintings that correspond with the dates they are being offered. Just choose one you like, make sure the date works with your schedule, and purchase it directly online. There are a variety of options to choose from; everything from cartoonish images to Monet-inspired paintings. If you're a diehard fan of certain Virginia colleges, they also offer University of Richmond, VCU, and JMU themes. When you arrive, everything is already set up for the painting (colors of paints needed, brushes, and a blank canvas). There are aprons at each seat as well. The studio itself is a large open space with long tables towards the back where the painting actually occurs. The teacher we had was super friendly and the atmosphere was very relaxed- everyone was chatting the whole time. Painting AND wine?! Spirited Art has partnered with the Wine Loft, which is directly next-door, so there is at least one designated server per class. Not only is there a list of wines available (many at $5/glass), but there is also a painting-friendly menu of snacks that are easily eaten during the class. I think you are free to order anything from the Wine Loft's menu if you'd like, but they've created a more streamlined menu of suggestions conducive to the painting class. To help the servers keep track of orders, they use a cool system of numbered poker chips that attach to your easel with Velcro. I will definitely be back to test my skill on a different painting (and enjoy some more wine, of course)!

I had a wonderful evening at Spirited Art with some friends enjoying wine and trying my hand at…read morepainting. I think the wine gave my inner artist a false sense of confidence but I definitely had a lot of fun. The instructors will take you step by step to create your own unique version of the chosen picture for that day. They have templates you can trace to get started if you are not comfortable free-handing the design. Our instructor Kerri made sure to tell us that these paintings are ours and so you are free to make your art as personal as you want. We were painting a funky peacock and if you wanted a pink peacock instead of a blue one go for it! I appreciate this free flowing format to the class, it allows you to truly love your work. Everyone gets together for a group picture at the end of the class in front of their Color Wheel. Spirited Art in right next to Wine Loft so they had a waitress available to us for drinks and food. You can also BYOB for a $10 per bottle cork fee. I saw tons of other neat pictures on the walls so there may be more painting classes in my future. I also got a rewards card which will earn you points towards a free class. If you are looking for a fun activity with friends or just want to tap your inner artist check out Spirited Art in Short Pump.

Gorgeous gift shop... for you or anyone else!! I bought some lovely personalized stationery along…read morewith some other items, napkins, pen sets, candles etc. if you are in the Stony Point area, pop in and check it out! They have customer service down to the "letter"!

Papeterie was such a fun experience. They had all types of fine papers and invitations. They had…read morenice trinkets and KnickKnacks to purchase. I love that at the front of the store they had some paraphernalia from different zip codes around Richmond. It was a great way to represent your specific community and get some "swag" that would be fun to share with your friends and family. If you are in the area, you can certainly stop by for some nice pens, papers, cards, bags, and gifts. The staff was great and super friendly. They were also super helpful.

I had the absolute best experience here with Quincy. I made a first time dress appointment online…read more I brought my mom and mother-in-law. There was tons of gorgeous natural lighting. There are two fitting rooms next to each other, but separated by a room divider. Each fitting room was spacious and had a little stage with couches surrounding them. I had a fantastic experience. I filled out a form about what I was looking for beforehand. Quincy pulled out some dresses she thought I'd like and really did an amazing job. She was kind, patient, and extremely helpful. I tried on a lot of beautiful dresses all within my budget which I loved. She was so transparent about pricing and which dresses were made to order. Although I haven't officially bought a dress yet, I really keep daydreaming about one specific one I fell in love with here. I highly recommend visiting Blue Sage Bridal for your wedding dress needs.

Rachel & everyone at Blue Sage Bridal made my wedding dress shopping experience AMAZING…read more I was very nervous because I don't like shopping for clothes. I can be very self-conscious and my own worst critic. Rachel made sure every step of the way I was comfortable, and I felt confident. I was able to find my dream dress, and I fell in love with it! My mom and sister were with me and it was just a perfect (and quick!) experience Also - if you go there please try this dress on! It was absolutely gorgeous, but it just didn't fit my venue vibes!

Love love love Align!! I tried their donation based yoga (9:30am Sunday class) and it was…read morewonderful. It seemed to be an entry level class which was perfect for my skill level. Andrew (owner and leader for this yoga class) is very kind, welcoming and tranquil. His dog, Beau, is icing on the cake. Such a sweet dog to help boost happy neurotransmitters. I can't wait to come back and try other services including the 12 step yoga offered on Monday's and Tuesday's.

Align is a gem! I've gone to their breathwork circles, sound/reiki journeys, and just recently…read morepuppy yoga. All their special events are truly amazing. The owner is very welcoming and he has an awesome dog named Beau, who is always at the shop. I've also bought many Christmas gifts for my girlfriends (and myself) from here in the past. Lovely jewelry and rocks. Overall, I'm very glad we have a special place like this in Richmond.