paid $80 to learn how to knit a chunky blanket and another $20 to make a candle. honestly would…read morehave been a good time, but the instructor was so absent during the class period. was told to come 0930 or 9:30AM as per the order e-mail confirmation, which is 30 minutes before the 1000 or 10:00AM knitting class so that you clhave enough time to do both activities until 1300 or 1:00PM. the instructor did not open the door until 0951 or 9:51 AM even though I had signed up weeks ago. lack of communication from the shop about how the timeline will play out, and so instead, the instructor had to interrupt the knitting time to then squeeze the candle-making time. extremely disappointed by lack of communication and coordination this location. I had high hopes, truly, but maybe it was just the instructor that did it for me. the instructor would dipout and multitask elsewhere away from the class-goers who had to standby for a bit so that they can get her help on instruction clarification. Ended up needing to help our peers out because our instructor lacked the initiative to check in on all the guests. Nonetheless, very pretty and happily bright shop. Makes you want to-do a studio tour to truly appreciate the beauty of the art that covers the walls.

My mother and I were there last night for the blacklight starry night painting class and it was a…read moretotal bust for almost $100. The instructor actually told us she had never painted that before, and she completely botched it. Not to mention, had her friend in the class as well (which is normally not an issue) but was totally distracted which in turn was messing everyone else up. A few people around us expressed their frustrations as well, to which she laughed off or would continually repeat "I hear everything in this room". Keeping in mind that this is a black light painting, we almost didnt even get to see what it looked like under the blacklight until my mother asked the instructor if we could a short while after the sessions was over and almost half the class had already left. Would not come back here even if I was paid to, teach your instructors to do their job better. Would give 0 stars if I could.

We had an awesome and fun time "Sip and Painting" with Konnex and Ricki, our artist trainer. She…read morewas very friendly and helpful. We painted for my birthday and several of us had never painted before...Ricki made it easy to follow along and to enjoy the process. I highly recommend this group and Ricki if you want a fun, different and creative activity to do.

I love Konnex. Rikki is incredibly talented. Not just with her artistic skills, but also being…read moreencouraging and patient. She helps you create something amazing that you wouldn't have thought you could do before. It's really a fun and fulfilling experience!

I had a blast and will and come again. I am a painter but with good instructor and a few glasses of…read morewine made it easier to paint Had a good time with the group of people in the class.

Very professional paint and sip spot. Much larger space than I expected. They set up our area in…read moreadvance, with festive birthday decorations and all the supplies we would need. The class was just the right size, and another class running around the same time was unnoticeable in another room. A bar at the back with some packaged snacks (minimal food). I was surprised and a bit distressed that the teachers have to pull double duty as bartenders but they were very pleasant, knowledgeable, and handled everything with grace.

One of the best new businesses in Elma. There are so many fun project parties you can sign up for…read more I participated in the fund raiser for Oakley Carlson. The owner guides you along through the project. Each of us encouraged to make the painting our own. It was here I discovered painting. Have since signed up for 2 more projects....can't wait. There are Crafty Kiddo's Art camps and project days. She always has something for kids to do outside the shop for free. The kids enjoy being allowed to draw on the sidewalk with chalk. As the Grandparent of a Special Needs child this place is exactly what my Grand child needed. Her project slots fill up fast. I am also going to sign up for a few private classes to learn more about painting. I am a photographer, but this allows me to explore a new media. I had lost most of my camera abilities after a series of mini strokes. I am so grateful for this shoppe and how it has allowed me to find my inner artist I didn't know was there....away from a camera.

Painted Plate is a great place to let loose with creativity. I came in with an idea for a sushi…read morebowl and they let me take the bowl and the paints home and create the design. Then they let me come in the next day and finish it. Then I handed them the bowl and waited two weeks for them to fire it. It turned out great! It was a lot of fun.

Just this summer alone I've been to painted plate 3 separate times! (Parties, girls nights and…read morewhatnot) Each time something different impacted the experience in a negative way. One trip we sat by the window and we were all boiling!!! On their Facebook/IG it always says come in and enjoy A/C but the employee told us it's always super hot by the windows, so no hope of a cool environment if you're in a big party. On another visit (with my 5yr old) it took them almost 50min to bring out her Italian soda. We basically took it to go at that point. I also feel like prices have gone up a lot. The average piece is around $50 or you can paint a ceramic animal for closer to $20. Overall I know I'll be back because the employees are great and getting to paint your own pottery is fun, but I wish the building/food experience was better! Still 4 stars, and watch their social media for deals!

Home Art Party is such a great way to bring people together! It's a lot of fun to see everyone…read moreinteracting and creating something meaningful to take home with them. Rachel, the owner, is awesome to work with, and seems to love how much fun everyone has!

From the owner: Paint and Sip, Home Art Parties, Birthday Parties, Art Parties, Girls Nights, Corporate Team…read moreBuilding, Kids Parties, FUN! In 2 hours, you will create a masterpiece you will love to hang in your home all made on one-of-a-kind wooden pallets! Parties include Pallet Painting and Pallet String Art.

My boyfriend wanted to take me out and plan something that I liked to do and naturally, when he…read morethought of me, two things came to mind: booze and painting pictures of cats. We decided to go on an adventure and take a painting class together. He, an engineer, didn't think himself a painter or an artist at all. I consider myself more of the artsy-fartsy type and was completely ecstatic about going to this class! I walked into this little hole-in-the-wall in Renton and was greeted very kindly by the owner, Bev, and a guest artist. Some booze and snacks were had and then we entered the art room. Not officially called "the art room," but I thought it was a clever description. The painting process was explained and easy to understand. Every painting seemed very unique and easy enough to learn. Even though my bf wasn't an artist, his painting turned out wonderful! We had a great time. I recommend going after work with the girls or for a birthday party. I brought home a complete work of art and it was a really good time. Some suggestions: eat dinner ahead of time, come early to find parking, and you might not want to be a perfectionist because the two hours we had went by really quick. I'd like to go to a longer session. All the paintings look so RAD!

I have done about 15 paintings here so far!!! I guess you can call me a fan :) I tried another…read moreplace with a friend recently but it does not compare to Bev's teaching and atmosphere. I'll take Arts-n-Carafes over any other painting place hands down!

Craft Theory is an awesome arts and craft shop in Lakewood that offers a lot of different…read moreactivities/locally made crafts. I took my daughter to a birthday party here in the past and she had a lot of fun so she asked to have her next birthday party here. My daughter had an amazing time on the day of her birthday. Meredith and her mom are really kind and great with kids. The inside of the shop is very cozy and comfortable. A lot of parking available outside. I highly recommend checking out Craft Theory and we look forward to coming back in the future!

Amazing venue to fulfill all your arts and crafts. Grateful to have Meredith to teach me and my…read moregroup a 3d flower art project. It was fitting for the pandemic to have an intimate safe clean place. This place has drinks galore, mom and me events, holiday events, and crafts dream come true. I see macrame, acrylic painting, sculpting and clay, and sign classes that you can opt for. There are self care hobbies here as well. She sells local items and she does birthday parties! I can't wait to come back.

Downtown Port Orchard favorite! Great art from local artists…read more Fun art classes