This was our third time taking a class here and we love it!!! First time we ever came was for a…read morepottery class which is more difficult then you think hehehe. But the instructor was awesome! The next time we came to a painting canvas class for "Ball Jar with Flowers" this time was for the "Flower wheel barrow". Our girls time out together, so thank you!!!! Stupendous as always. The staff is so sweet!!! And such a great establishment and atmosphere!!!

A great experience for kids, families, couples, or really anyone! The staff are always so helpful…read morewith choosing the right colors and supplies. My kids love to get creative and have a place to make something all their own! Also, their gift cards are a great gift idea as you're giving an experience and not just a gift!

What a lovely shop! It appeared to be well stocked and had a couple of knowledgeable associates to…read morehelp my friend find what she was looking for.

I came here with a friend who knits. I don't so I mostly just looked around. The store was cute and…read morethe employee (owner?) was nice. She answered my friend's questions and helped her out. The yarn had cute names.

Kathryn restored a painting that we have owned for more than 50 years and did a wonderful job of…read morerecovering the original painting and its color. The painting has been through a fire and several previous restorations, which left considerable alteration and some damage to the painting. Kathryn successfully removed the accumulated layers covering the art and repaired the few small defects. We are very pleased with the result and highly recommend this talented lady.

From the owner: Award-winning fine artist, Kathryn Rutherford, produces outstanding commissioned paintings and…read moreportraits labeled Spirit Paintings because of their use of light and shadow and subject matter ranging from reflective or see-through objects including ones fantasies, beliefs, and even historic ancestors. Kathryn's paintings and restorations are recognized and shipped internationally and are currently in corporate and private collections in eighteen countries throughout the world. Heirloom Art Studio is located in downtown Madison, Indiana, on Main Street and Kathryn is most often found painting in the front windows. While patrons are more than welcome to stand on the sidewalk and watch her paint, they are encouraged to come into the 10,000 square foot building to ask questions, shop, or even take an Art Class. Heirloom Art Studio is not your ordinary gallery or specialty store. This is art like you've never seen before and the shop is a big building with many surprises.

Wow - this is a absolute MUST do during your Gatlinberg vacation. We signed up for the make your…read moreown mug class experience online and it truly was the highlight of our trip (so far). Mike was an absolute incredible instructor. He met every person where they were at, and ensured that everyone left with a mug they were proud of. My husband and I had SO much fun in this class. In addition to the incredible experience, the craftsmanship in the shop is absolutely incredible. I am so excited about the gorgeous utensil holder we're bringing home with this incredible dogwood flower carving on it. Genuinely, I cannot state this stronger: if Fowler's is not a part of your plan in Gatlinberg, you are absolutely missing out. This place is amazing.

We love this place! They make everything on site. So many beautiful items. This year he made gnomes…read moresoo cute. Last year we participated in a pottery class and made mugs which was really cool to make your souvenir from Gatlinburg. They mail them to you after they are fired and glazed. Even if you're not crafty they will help you make something you'll love. I use my coffee mug daily it keeps it nice and warm and is microwave and dishwasher safe.

Even though we are both beginners at painting, our host, Donna, was very accommodating and we…read morepainted at a confortable pace. More importantly, Donna taught us various paint/blending techniques to make the painting more rustic, which made the experience much more rewarding than painting solid colors. By the end, our paintings looked really good. The final product looked like something I'd buy from Hobby Lobby. Had a fun time overall!

From the owner: Our business loves to pride ourselves in a fun, energetic atmosphere filled with good music, an…read moreilluminated stage, and more! Our teachers go above and beyond to not only walk you through a painting, but also teach you skills to utilize for future painting endeavors!

Dorm style rooms with two twin beds and a shower. Not large, but still comfortable. The cafeteria…read morehad a different selection each day, with a number of drink options and options for gluten free and vegetarian dietary restrictions. The workspaces were thoughtfully put together with sinks and power sockets. The staff were helpful and friendly.

I'm taking the Piecing and Dyeing community class at Arrowmont with Megan Koeppel. And I'm…read morethoroughly enjoying it! The textiles room is well-equipped, with all the equipment and supplies I could think to need and more! Megan is great! She brings her personal experience with natural dyeing and piecing, and a boatload of patience for our many, many questions. She also adapts her lesson plans to the interests of the group, and the strengths and weaknesses of the students in the group. I'm really pleased that Arrowmont had these community classes for those of us who can neither afford the time nor the prices for the national classes. Thank you, Arrowmont!

Ann & McDonald are absolutely great. Beautiful Handmade…read morePottery. If you are looking for really one of a kind art work, they have it. And Joppa Mountain Pottery takes custom orders, and will make anything you want. Just an all out wonderful experience up on the top of Joppa Mountain in Rutledge, Tennessee.

From the owner: We are known for our Stoneware and Raku Pottery. Each piece is either wheel-thrown or hand-sculpted…read moreand then decorated, carved, painted, glazed and kiln-fired using our own hands. The beauty of our handmade pottery is that no two pieces are exactly the same, giving it the uniqueness, originality and overall superior quality our customers expect.