My sister and mom were in town visiting and we decided to check it Canvas and Grapes for an…read moreafternoon activity. We had SO much fun from the moment we arrived to the minute we left. The atmosphere and decor was amazing. It was so cute!Luis the head painter and our host was incredible. I thought we were going to maybe be tracing the image onto the canvas (as I have done that in previous paint studios) and we did not. We did everything free hand and he was an excellent teacher and was very helpful. There were several times where I thought I had ruined my painting and he helped me fix little mistakes which just added character and made it unique. There was an awesome playlist going the whole time that kept us excited and signing along (I wish I had a copy of it). I encourage everyone to try this place out and support this new business! I can't wait to go back.

You want to talk about a great time? This is it! We painted a snowman painting and boy was it fun…read more What really made this experience extra special was our host/instructor/just all around great person was Jen!!! The energy she exuded was contagious I can't compliment her enough. Thank you Jen!

My husband and I had a lot of fun and created beautiful, useful objects. The website has so many…read moregreat projects to choose from. Plus, once you're there you can further personalize through your choices of stain and paint colors. Sabine expertly explained the process and choices and was very helpful giving us tips to guide us through tricky bits. I plan to go back with friends sometime.

So much fun! Beautiful decor for my home. I cant wait to go back To Board and Brush in Somerville,…read moreNJ!

Last night my sister surprised me with a private glow in the dark session. I didn't know they had a…read moreplace in Jersey that did this. Creative vibes & laughter spilled out all night long. Can't wait to bring my boyfriend. Thx HOA!

Have had the Meraki team come on two different occasions to my school to engage with parents…read moreseparately. The adults had a wonderful experience as they got to work on their creative side. They felt the experience to be therapeutic. The Meraki staff are extremely knowledgeable and friendly.

From the owner: The Meraki is a Basking Ridge–based art education and art-driven team-building company transforming…read morehow teams connect and collaborate. We design immersive corporate experiences—collaborative murals, vision boards, and mixed-media workshops—that strengthen communication, creativity, and shared ownership. Each session is thoughtfully facilitated to align with organizational goals while producing meaningful artwork that reflects collective achievement. In addition to corporate team-building, The Meraki offers art education programs, camps, and community workshops that nurture creativity across age groups. Whether you are planning an offsite, leadership retreat, client engagement, or community event, The Meraki creates purposeful, high-impact experiences where creativity drives culture.

First, two warnings, and yes I did give it five stars: while clearly stated on the website, the…read morestore is in the basement so you have to walk down a flight of stairs and there's no elevator and I'd be careful about bringing younger children here simply because you are using with cut glass. Now that that's out of the way, you'll use precut glass from a huge selection of colors, sizes and textures on a glass bases to make designs that are fused in a kiln. The many options for bases include an ashtray, menorah, picture frame, plates or larger tray. Other more advanced options include weaving colors together and wind charms. Each station has a glass cutter and pliers so you can shape the precut glass. Either goggles or just wearing you're glasses is required. Just like there's a saying about ice skating that no matter what, ice is slippery, glass is sharp and can cut although I saw no wounds in my class. Using a bit of glue, you anchor down your design in the base. Then it is fused in a kiln. In addition to just creating your design, realistic or abstract, you can use templates that are provided. The very friendly and knowledgeable instructors give an overview of the process as well as help out people along the way. It's fun, creative and fairly priced. Truly a good experience.

I am absolutely obsessed with Glassworks. I was looking for a cute and cozy place to release some…read moreartistic energy and this was the perfect spot. They have a large variety of glass projects you can work on, ranging from inexpensive (nightlight, small picture frame) to expensive (large plates) items. I chose to make a nursery room nightlight for my first ever project. The staff were extremely helpful in showing the Glassworks ropes and helped me print and execute my design with helpful hints and tips. They also have a huge range or opaque and translucent glass colors to work with. I was so thrilled by my end result and love passing my nursery to look at it!

I've been dying to go to a place like this for almost a year and then one open up close by. I went…read moreby the studio first just to get AG looks eat and I was floored it was pretty inviting look like a great creative space and the owner was really sweet and helpful. my friend and I stkpped in later that day. We had an awesome session! We ate laugh and talk for a whole session and it was wonderful...we had a great time! The teacher was patient we learned alot. we'll definitely do it again!

You can ONLY paint here in you dreams. Every time I come during normal hours on the weekend, this…read moreplace either closed or for private party even on the days that their works specially told me to come. This place does not deserve any business. I live within 5 mins drive, I will never try to come to this place again.

I had an absolutely amazing time creating art with you guys!! your allowance for me to work at my…read moreown pace and come back as often as i wanted to (thus allowing me to add sooo many details!!). Your selection of stuff to paint was incredible and your staff is so incredibly kind and supportive!! i would 10000% love to come back soon!

No inventory for weeks and weeks. Spent $177 on 2 small ceramics my kids painted. Robberyread more

Amazingly talented! Professional and a joy. Can't wait to work with her again or my son's bday…read moreparty. The designs were detailed and unique. Loved! Highly recommend!

Approximately 5 years ago I stumbled upon Avilda of Honey Bee Face and Body Art at the local mall…read moreface painting for children. It was a coincidence that I saw her there I was looking for entertainment for children at our annual family cookout.... I've been using her ever since -whenever appropriate- of course. Her work is excellent, she is professional from the beginning to the end and I find her prices to be affordable. I recently hired her for entertainment at my daughter's baby shower...face painting for the young and old and balloons for the young ones. I cannot waiit for my grandson's first birthday party.

I will recommend Bella Faccia over and over again!!! Alexandra is an amazing artist, her face…read morepaintings are beautiful!!! I cannot remember our balloon artists name, the kids (and adults) were so crowded around him I didn't get to talk to him much, but he is probably the most talented balloon artist I've ever seen!!! Thank you so much for making my daughters birthday party so special!!!

May I just take a minute to boast about how wonderful it was to have Anne at our party? First of…read moreall, she was prompt and professional. (Always appreciated, especially the on-time part.) Second, she was incredibly kind with the guests of the party, both the children and the adults. She created such a lovely rapport with everyone there that they each wanted to have her at their next events. And she left no request unmet, even as her scheduled time at the party was coming to an end. Oh, and by the way... HER ART IS AMAZING!!! What a gifted woman! We truly appreciated our experience with Bella Faccia, and look forward to working with them again in the future.