My friends and I were very excited to see a new yarn shop opening in our area. We were very…read morepleasantly surprised and excited. The staff are very helpful, friendly and welcoming. The shop itself is so bright and open. Yarn and accessory selection is outstanding and staff are ready to help with yarn and pattern choice. There is a variety of classes offered and are very instructional. This is a valuable gem in the neighborhood.

The shop is bright and sunny. The staff are all friendly. I took the beginning Tunisian Crochet…read moreclass. My instructor broke down the technique into understandable bits and was very patient. I learned two basic stitches, how to recognize and correct errors, and even completed my first project! I look forward to visiting AriYARN Shop and Studio frequently!

Wife and I have been customers of Paint-n-Party for a while and we tried the boards. Great…read moreexperience, the whole process is made easy and fun. You select a stencil/design, apply it to the boards, and then peel it away as you paint. Even on our first time the result was great and clean looking. Highly recommend this.

Recently visited Paint N Party which shares creative space with Paint N Party (ceramic painting)…read more I believe the mother daughter duo own and run both businesses. They are both really kind and helpful. It is a large space with lots of tables to work on your creations. My daughter & I brought some Prosecco and spent a fun Tuesday afternoon painting our ceramic serving platters together. Highly recommend checking it out!

My daughter had a great time in the art classes! She looks forward to going each week and comes…read moreback home with the sweetest decorations! The environment is so welcoming and the instructors truly take time to develop her skills. Her creativity truly blossoms there. This place is so valuable to me and my child!

From the owner: Nestled in Des Plaines at 2434 E Dempster St, Suite 108, Des Plaines, IL 60016, Art Voyage Studio…read moreis your local haven for creativity and artistic expression. We warmly welcome children and adults of all skill levels to explore their artistic potential in our supportive and vibrant environment. Our small group classes ensure personalized attention, fostering a nurturing space where everyone can thrive. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, our diverse range of art classes are designed to inspire and challenge you. Join us this summer for our exciting program and embark on a journey of artistic discovery with Art Voyage Studio!

Cuuuuuute alert! For all you artsy crafty mavens out there, this is your stop. It's a shop filled…read morewith a well-curated selection of paper goods, books, coloring books, custom art, fabric lamp shades, and gifts in varying price points. From the second I walked in, I was engulfed by a most delightful smell, perhaps a candle burning somewhere? I was greeted by the owner's assistant, Kate, who gave me an overview of the shop and some of the classes they offer in the back, like coptic bookbinding, collage, crafting, and self-motivation classes. They also have a meet up group called The Grown*Up Girls Club where you can meet up with other like-minded individuals and explore new art/craft/maker techniques. The Club meets the second Sunday of every month. The Collage Cafe is a newer business located in an adorable corridor mixed with other art-inspired shops. You can go door to door and visit each one while you're at it! Can't wait to stop back in. But, as I'm writing this, when I go back I realize the selection is too overwhelming for my taste (in a good way of course) because I want one of everything.

One day my young daughters and I where walking by and came in into this beautiful place, what a…read morewonderful store! The owner is such a great lady, great host, kind and knowledgeable. I scheduled a coloring evening for a group of friends from church. We had a delightful experience! The place was set up with a wide variety of water colors, wood colors pencils, markers, etc. the pages provided were also varied, from really intricate to more simple so we were all able to pick something that suited our taste and level of artistry. We already scheduled another event and are looking forward to it. Definitely a great place for gifts, classes and more.

We've been extremely impressed with Skokie Kids Art. Our two kids have been attending for nearly…read morethree years, and the impact on their creativity has been remarkable. The program strikes a rare balance between teaching art techniques and giving our kids freedom to experiment on their own. Mr. Leo and Mrs. Sonja are both deeply involved and truly understand how to structure sessions in a way that challenges our kids while keeping them engaged, inspired and confident. This isn't a commercial, one-size-fits-all art class--there's a level of personalization and care here that really sets it apart - which is what we appreciate the most. Over time, our kids haven't just "taken art classes"--they've become real 'creators'. They've had their own community exhibitions and are frequently praised by their school teachers for their creativity and skill (and even won a few prizes). Skokie Kids Art is not just an art class--it's a place where our kids learn how to think creatively and take pride in their work. We couldn't recommend it more highly.

My kids went to Sonya and Leonid Osseniy for 5 marvelous years - great teaching, attention to…read moredetails, personal involvement, inspiration with classical approach in its best. I highly recommended this school! Ella Epton

For my 24th birthday I was surprised with a full family pottery class! Ivy guided us through making…read morea successful piece start to finish! I highly recommend this workshop to any experienced level! :))

My friend and I were really excited to attend our first ever pottery class. Upon entering we were…read moregreeted by the teachers and they explained the whole process to us. The studio is a bit small but and enough space for you to roam about and do your thing. The first step was to handle the clay then they thought us how to handle the wheel and then we got to choose if we wanted a vase, a cup or a bowl. We were in a small group of 6 due to which the teachers could explain and help us well. We ended up upgrading our class to include paint as well as we got to know that without the paint we won't be able to use the things we made of it involves water. My friend made a cute cup and I made a not so cute vase. I would definitely say that but the end of the class, we were rushing a bit and would have appreciated some help and tips from the teachers but we didn't get any. We had to constantly ask about things and where the brushes were and where the paints were. Since it was our first ever class, we would have appreciated a bit more help from the teachers in managing our time and helpful tips on how to glaze correctly instead of having to ask everything ourselves when we are already rushing. Regardless, we had a lot of fun and can't wait to pick up our pieces soon!

This is probably one of my favorite kid 'education'/'training' places in the area…read more Few things, 1. Kid has great fun. 2. Kids love the teacher(s)/owner(also main teacher). owner is responsible and does care about the students. 3. Kid is able to focus on the project 4. Kid is able to perform and finish good work from very first project. 5. Kid is proud for her/himself, parents too. I am not really an art person, so I am not able to judge how exactly the technique kid obtains or how much they improve precisely, but I feel it worth it. Not sure if they can manage everything perfectly when it scales up with more teachers, so far so good.

We recently had a relaxing painting class at purple brush art studio. The location is perfect, the…read morestudio is very nicely designed and very beautiful. Our teacher, Roya was great and we enjoyed our time there. I highly recommend this place.

Wonderful place to take a class. I'm learning so much and having a great time. It doesn't matter…read moreif you are new to art or have previous experience, Michael meets you where you're at and helps you reach your potential

From the owner: We take pride in removing the stress or intimidation of making art. There is no perfection. There…read moreis only the process and the journey of learning! Owner and instructor Michael is a graduate of The School Art Institute of Chicago and a working artist with expertise in many areas of art, And Jodi is a Learning Specialist and Special Education teacher, which makes the studio able to accommodate needs of many students.

I'm currently taking a six week course in wheel throwing, and I'm thoroughly enjoying it! I love…read morethe laid back style, and the freedom to which we're given as students to experiment (and, as is often the case with first time anything, make mistakes) with the clay. I enjoy the hands-on format of the instruction, and it's always a relief to know that you don't just have one hunk of clay to work with during the lesson. The studio is airy and spacious with lots of awesome pottery in various stages of finishing to look at, from both instructors and students. There's also a little alcove of free art (clay projects left behind) that you can claim as your own as you head back to your car. The whole process of being at Centered Clay feels very mindful, even the prep and clean up processes. It's a reprieve from the rest of the daily grind in the week. If you're on the fence about trying a class, I would encourage you to try one out! The atmosphere is conducive to making art and enjoying a calm time with clay and others.

What a find! I signed up for the Unwind hand-building pottery class with no experience or…read moreexpectations--except maybe some step-by-step guidance. That's not what this class is, though. It's more of a freestyle experience, where you can either draw inspiration from the beautiful sample pieces or create something entirely original. Emily, the instructor, is welcoming and hands-off, offering helpful tips and great conversation. You won't leave with a finished piece, as it takes about three weeks to dry and fire, but you can return for a glazing party later. They offer other classes too, so it's definitely worth checking out!