I had a great experience at the Eagle Arts Center's nature printing making class. Valerie and…read moreEugenia were amazing instructors--Valerie explained the mulberry paper process and printing techniques in a way that was both clear and engaging. I brought my son along, and even though he got a bit tired, Eugenia was incredibly kind and attentive. She made sure he was still having fun and even helped me keep him engaged, which I really appreciated. I highly recommend these art workshops, whether you're going on your own or bringing your kids. It's a fun, welcoming, and creative environment for everyone.

we came here for a friend's wedding and it was BEAUTIFUL!!! the building is gorgeous inside and…read moreout. great spot for a 100 person wedding. my only complaint would be that they only had one stall restrooms so the ladies room line got pretty long very quickly.

The owner Debbie makes the space beautiful and Meraki is a great place to send your kids to learn…read morehow to sew. My daughter learned how to sew there and she has been going ever since. They have everything you need, including cute fabric, a vinyl heat press, irons, good working machines, and more.

I am thrilled Meraki is in a walkable Eagle Rock location, with easy parking and lots of cute…read moresurrounding shops and restaurants. There is an adorable shop up front of perfectly curated fabrics, sewing accessories, projects, and small treasures while the mid area of the space opens into a creative shared table area. If you venture past the rainbow quilts all the way to the back you will find a treasure trove of Juki sewing machines, set to host a group of new to advanced sewers along with a large table area in the back for a variety of craft projects. My children are in 1st and 4th grade and enjoyed the 2 part Crochet class. When it was a bit difficult for my younger one, Debbie scaffolded the entire thing and made it possible for her to learn, feel successful, and feel like part of the group. We have also tried the finger knitting blanket class and now my 4th grader can make gorgeous blankets for friends and family. The sewing classes for 8+ are incredible. My eldest has loved going in to learn how to make tote bags, pillow cases, and a variety of other sewing projects. They also have camps, which we are eager to try someday. Most recently we hosted a very special birthday party here and I can share that it was incredible, lovely, and probably the most present I've ever been able to be at one of my kid's birthday parties, considering Debbie took on most of the labor! 11 children made pillows together, along with adorable rainbow keychains and they really had a blast. I was so impressed to see my little one sewing away on the machine with her dad next to her and the older kids jump right in. Many of them made 2-3 little pillows, even though they had never sewn before! Debbie's instruction is clear, easy to follow, and she has a great deal of patience while sharing how to create these masterpieces. It was really nice having mochi ice cream in the middle table area too- Debbie had everything needed for a party in case things were forgotten. The little fridge helped too! It was very reasonably priced and an unforgettable experience for the kids. We hope Meraki will be on this cute corner for many years to come!

Katie B., who I have always been a huge fan of, has had some events in this area and I wish I could…read morehave been to more. The area is new to me and I very much enjoyed some of the shops.I am a guy who at one time only had experience eating in South Central Los Angeles, East Los Angeles, Long Beach and the Hub Cities. I do love these cities and I am happy to experience new unfamiliar places like Atwater Village and Silver Lake. Molly was there to kindly greet everyone, guide the children to complete task and behave, teach craft and chat with the adults. I enjoyed being in her class and I enjoyed seeing my little nephew complete his project. You can tell Molly has experience and education working with young children. On the walls we saw paintings and various drawings made by children. We did an Autumn seasonal craft project with paper, wooden wreaths, glue and various other decorative items. They have no-meter warning on Sunday, all other days there is a 2 hour maximum at a meter which can be paid by quarters or credit card, I do not think they accept EBT. Plenty of parking that day and other parking available if you are willing to walk. There is a garden area out back with rocks and a bench and the sun and air flowing in. I enjoyed the experience very much so as did many of the people I met there. I think the price range is fairly reasonable for the uptown people of this affluent area though maybe not for this downtown kind of guy. I do plan to come back in this area and I would highly recommend this place to any Hipster parents who want to keep children entertained for a while and want to help develop their children's vital skills.

We LOVE Ms. Molly! My daughter goes to her after school and she loves it! She has learned to hand…read moresew @ age 6, which is cool. Her drawing and coloring continues to improve with the encouragement that she receives from Ms.Molly and her helpers. We have gone to parties there as well and they are so much fun for all the children.

I had a wildly bizarre interaction with Purple Twig owner Samara. We missed the first class in a…read morenew series due to incorrect communication about start dates from the studio; I asked for a make-up class or refund, she refused (citing studio policy), and I said fine, but that that seemed like poor customer service given the error on her part. We had attended the second class (thinking it was the first), and at that class the teacher clearly stated that only three students showed up at class one; I also heard another parent say she didn't know the session had started the previous week, either. Yet then, Samara apparently discussed this with the teacher, then came back to me via email and wrote: "I was disappointed that you knowingly and falsely implied that other families were also misled in the start date so you could get a refund." She continued on to say that my family was not a good fit for her studio, and essentially booted us from classes. Is this not an insane way to do business? I had already told her that I would accept no refund or make-up class, and yet she pushed the issue, all over email. She must hide behind some really nice teachers. I will not be recommending her studio to anyone.

For my daughter's 8th birthday party, we wanted to do something safe, but also wanted to celebrate…read moreafter such a long time at home. We asked purple twig to help come up with an activity to keep 7 kids entertained in the backyard. Samara suggested a build your own fairy garden pack. Which was perfect for 7/8 yr old girls (my 6 yr old boy also loved it). She supplied really helpful instructions which ensured the activity lasted for over an hour and the girls were all super focused - and very proud of their creations. A great birthday party. Thanks!

My friends and I took the drop in wheel class this morning and we had the best time. I personally…read morehave no experience with wheel throwing so I was really nervous. Our instructor Joe was patient, encouraging, and just overall so incredible. We all had a blast in this two hour class and look forward to picking up our pieces. The studio is also incredibly inviting and clean. I highly recommend taking a class here!

It was my first time trying pottery and it was definitely fun! Learning a new skill is quite…read moreintimidating but thanks to Joe, I learned a lot and I'm excited to pick up the bowl I made in a few weeks. I can't wait to try more classes. Thank you Joe and NAPS!

Had such a fun time at Cobalt and Clay! I went with four friends for the beginner pottery class,…read moreand it was the perfect pace, just enough time to learn the basic throwing techniques without feeling rushed or overwhelmed. Our instructor was so sweet and super helpful the whole time. She really made sure everyone got some individual attention. Definitely recommend!

Sarah was a great instructor! Street parking was relatively easy to find on a weekday at noon, and…read moreour class was 6 people so it felt pretty intimate. I went in a bit intimidated having never done pottery before but was happy with my results from the class. There is also a wide selection of glaze options for the item you choose to make.

Great experience at Funart Studio. My son loves his painting class and is always excited to go…read more Friendly instructor, creative atmosphere, and a wonderful place for kids to learn and express themselves. Highly recommended.

My kids have been going here for a few months now and they absolutely love it!!!…read more One of the best art studios I know and the owner is amazing!

My 6-year-old has been attending classes here for the past two months and she absolutely loves it!…read moreEvery week she counts down the days until class and then leaves excited to tell me about the techniques she learned. It's been amazing to see how much she's learning while having such a great time. She's experimenting with watercolors, pastels, shading, scale and different ways of approaching art. The classes are thoughtful and engaging, and it really feels like the kids are encouraged to explore their creativity rather than simply follow a template. Bella, the owner, is incredibly sweet and wonderful with the kids. She creates such a warm and welcoming environment where they feel supported and proud of their work. We feel so lucky to have found this place. It's truly a gem, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a special space where their child can learn and love art.

I absolutely love this addition to our community. I signed up my daughter for art lessons , she…read moreabsolutely loves them . Mrs. Bella offers a free first class . She provides all the supplies your child and you need . She's very helpful and walks you through every process. She offers, mommy and me classes , art classes on weekends for adults and is very flexible with the scheduling for the little ones . The pricing varies on whether you want to pay for individual classes , and offers monthly rates . They offer Zelle which I absolutely love . Over all we're really happy and lucky we found this place . Sign up, you won't regret it. She has a lounge area if you wait for your child there . Or there's a lot of good shops around the area :)

I love this place! Started taking classes a few months ago and I can hardly wait for the next…read moreclass to start now. Torros is fantastic and so knowledgeable. He will answer all my questions and do demonstrations on how to throw anything you want. Everyone is so nice there as well. What a gem I've found. I can see my improvement too. Just a really great experience.

If you are looking for a perfect birthday activity, come visit Toro at his pottery studio. He truly…read moreis Amazing, so talented!! His knowledge and patience make for a great teacher. My first pottery class and I was able to make a bowl Call to book now +1 (323) 344-8330. We had the Perfect Birthday celebration for @voskilady

I love taking Nova's classes and workshops, particularly for their riso. I've never used this…read moremethod of printmaking before and the way the course was taught made it very accessible for someone new to the medium.

I *adore* Nova--coming here is always a lovely experience and I get to meet so many amazing,…read morecreative people! I love coming here so much that I'm now a regular volunteer and it is SO satisfying to see people indulge in their creativity, step into new forms of expression, connect with new friends, and leave having learned something new. It's fantastic here, I never shut up about Nova Community Arts.