One pea held a surprised birthday get together for the other pea. The atmosphere was okay, the…read morepieces were reasonably priced. We were given 1 hr 30 mins but were told our time was up before the 30 mins. Turns out it was booked incorrectly by an employee on the phone, they allowed us our 30 mins. Only thing to keep in mind is to make sure you pick a piece you can finish in the time frame given for your party . No refreshments provided in house, no fridge space for cake. Was told their fridge is too small( but they still held it for me). Just be prepared with all your party necessities and not slack like this pea did. Other than that they just give you instructions and let you enjoy yourself. Had a great time.

I came across Pottery Piazza by chance and was so happy I did. There is a large selection of…read moreprojects. The staff is friendly and helpful. Each project also comes with a suggested paint, but painters are free to use their own creativity too. The store is BYOB, so we had snacks and wine too! The only issue was wr went in a weekend, and there was a wait because it was busy! I am unsure if there is a reservation option. Walk-Ins welcome, but we did have to wait like an hour. We loved our final projects and will definitely be back for more creations!

What a fun time we had. This was great family fun time. Essentially, we called ahead of time to…read moremake a reservation so we could all be seared. We were a party of 9. Immediately, we were seated and they gave us our instructions. We selected a piece of pottery we wanted to paint. My wife and I chose bowls, then we were given a selection of paint colors to paint our bowls. After a few coats of paints, our job was done. We then proceeded to pay and in about a week we will pick up our works. It was a real fun time. The staff were very helpful. Everything was well organized and fun. Everyone had a blast. Apparently they also had candle making along with some glass design/decorating.

Such a cute space and lots of clay items to choose from! They went over the directions well and our…read moreitems come out so cute!

Glazed is such a gem! The staff are super helpful with tips and tricks, you really feel like you…read morecan create your wildest ideas. The space is huge, perfect for large gatherings or parties, and the selection is incredible, from decorative pieces to kitchenware and cute tchotchkes. I'm obsessed with my little duck and would definitely recommend for a fun outing.

Had the absolute best time and experience! Staff were helpful in explaining what to do, and made…read moresure to mention to not feel bad asking them questions. We came with a big group of 10 which we reserved the table, a few of us have never painted pottery before. Glazed had an abundance of options from plates to pet bowls, spoon rests, margarita glasses, holiday options, vases, you name it they have it! For beginners like me they also have stencils that one can use. Can't wait to pick up my finished piece!

This place has a campy feel. I've enjoyed it in the past, but it always seems they are not there…read moreduring their posted "open" hours. (Thankfully there's another pottery painting studio that I could take my group to after waiting in the parking lot for them to open.) The unreliable hours have kept my group from painting and from picking up. Several times the pottery was not ready when promised. I've tried calling but no one picks up the phone.

This was so fun! I went with my boyfriend today and the person working was knowledgeable and…read morehelpful. She left us on our own once she had explained everything, but was there if you had a question. I'm excited to see how my piece turns out when it comes back in a week. I would really recommend this place if you're looking for something fun to do with people.

This place was nice! We went for a group outing of seven people. When I called earlier in the week,…read morethe guy said we didn't need a reservation and could just walk in for Saturday. We all planned to meet there at 5 PM, but when we arrived, they told us we actually needed a reservation and had to come back at 6:45. Thankfully, West Hartford has plenty to do, so we walked around, grabbed some food, and returned for our reservation. One thing to know is that you pick the pottery you want to paint it's not a place where you make the pottery yourself. That has pros and cons, depending on your preferences. I'm honestly not that artistic when it comes to freehand painting, so I picked a simple snowflake design (probably the cheapest option at around $14). My friends picked reindeer, cookie trays, and other fun items. Painting was fun, but you have to leave your piece for 2-3 weeks to be glazed, so don't expect to take it home the same day. The space is small, but I liked the intimate setting. The staff was also very nice, and overall, I had a good experience. I would definitely go back.

I have not had a hand in pottery since high school so this was a nice activity to do and spend…read morequality time with friends and family. Claypen is located on Farmington Avenue in West Hartford Center between Walden and Dale streets. Lookout for the sessions posted outside if looking for something specific. I was attracted to the Studio Ghibli theme they were having and immediately made a reservation. I honestly didn't know what to expect until I arrived there. Upon check in, we were shown where we'd be seated and were told that we select any ceramic on the shelf and will be provided the paints and can even replenish it ourselves from the shelf. As well as take as much time as we needed to complete our design. My daughter did her own thing and drew Sanrio on different sides while I wanted to paint Haku and my friend, Totoro. I think it all came out really well!! I looked up an image tried to copy it onto the jar. Originally using a pencil and lightly tracing it onto the surface to not affect the image, although I was told that the pencil burns off during the baking process. We were also instructed to paint more than 1 coat so that the paint will show. The whole process was easy enough. When finished, everything can be brought to the counter for payment. Essentially the painting is free, it's the ceramic that needs to be paid for. I would think that the piece is averagely priced. If wanting to be sure, definitely ask before picking a piece. I'd certainly do this again.

Really enjoy this crafty place because it's crafting made easy. Everything that you need is right…read morethere. I've really only done the ceramic painting. I've done a paint night and and a resin. It's simple enough. You don't need to pre-plan you can just sort of show up anytime they are open. I can't give five stars just because I think it's pretty pricey. There are some blank ceramic pieces that have a really high price and even the small ceramic pieces are quite high but after you paint it, they contact you 2 to 3 days later and you go pick it up so easy process.

Your workers, specifically the young girl with long dark hair and glasses, have awful…read morepersonalities. No eye contact, acting like you are annoying them by being there, talking over you when you're not finished asking the question. I spent close to $200 on 4 ceramic pieces, which is crazy overpriced, and was treated like we were an annoyance. I would find somewhere else to go.

A Family Favorite! My grandchildren LOVE painting and firing pottery here! It's always a wonderful…read moregift for children, and they make adorable gift certificate tiles, as well.

This is a great spot for some family fun or for a girls night out! I came here with a couple of…read moregirlfriends and we were so impressed with Hands On Pottery! The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, and we had so much fun picking out a piece and bringing it to life-- there was no rush, and we had a very helpful group of ladies working there to help guide us!

The Studio is a piece of heaven for me. I restarted my pottery journey early this year as a new…read morechapter in my pivot point in life and I intend to be a member forever!! In my first class, Christine was so welcoming and caring - it is enthralling to be present in her passion to let everyone be immersed in the joy of pottery. Priscilla is the same in her compassion and knowledge. They are two wonderful women who allow this beautiful place to flourish with incredible art lovers from all walks of life. Members come from all over Fairfield county and beyond - I'm lucky it is in my town. Teaching pottery is difficult because everyone progresses differently and the instructors here do an amazing job or balancing the individual handholding and maintaining order of the class. While I work on my pieces, I get to observe some of the instructors whether they teach a group class or a private tutoring class. To share a few shoutouts: Safiya is fantastic with teens in boot camps - (I just learned that she is starting to teach Friday evening classes!) Julie also is a caring and competent teacher. Cass is an outstanding instructor with a wealth of knowledge; and Kate is such a sweetie, too! All Everyone is here because we love the joy of creativity and respect each other's artistic abilities. I enjoy conversations that accompany creating art across diverse age/gender/backgrounds here. There's something for everyone. Whether you are a tired parent looking for a mental health respite, an exhausted soul looking to enrich your artistic side, or to glimpse wonders in your own creation in general, I would recommend that you pay a visit and talk to the owners what you would like to do. They would be happy to help you find a way.

I started as a student at The Studio over a year ago. I took the adult courses in the evening and…read moreworked with Anne-Marie as my instructor. Anne-Marie was awesome and I quickly picked up the skills needed to work independently. After taking three sessions, it was deemed that I was capable enough to work on my own and I became a member. Since then, I've enjoyed my growth as a ceramicist as well as enjoying the community beside me! All the other members are super friendly and helpful when they can be. Kate, Priscilla, and Christine are so helpful and welcoming. It's a great place to be. I am grateful for my membership and the opportunity to createat The Studio!