Maddy and Brandon are the absolute sweetest people who have created a unique space!…read more There's so much to see and do. I've taken two Stainglass classes there and I highly recommend to anyone who is just slightly interested Maddy makes it easy for you to get into stain glass by pre-cutting the pieces for the classes and Brandon brings refreshing cocktails, tea, or coffee drinks. It's unique in the fact that you can buy stain glass, use studio time to make your own peace, or take a class that she will guide you through. They sometimes have events which I highly recommend checking out like a make and take market during December

'Akala Studios offers a plethora of fun sounding art classes that I can't wait to try! So far I've…read moretaken two stained glass classes and absolutely loved it. Maddy is a WONDERFUL teacher who really teaches you how to create a stained glass work of art from start to finish. She will teach you how to cut, grind, foil, solder and in the end you will love your new original piece of art. After taking the beginner class earlier this year I immediately fell in love with the process and decided for my birthday I would have a crafternoon with the gals! Maddy allowed me to book a private session, she gave me input on design choices, offered snack and drink and even decorated! It was such an amazing day spent with great friends in a super cute place. The studio is just a vibe, I really love it. In every nook and cranny is an interesting or just beautiful decoration or work of art. I just want to hang out in there and read or play a game which I'm pretty sure is encouraged! Within the studio you can find East Coast Trading Co. that offers delicious tea and coffee which you can enjoy for free during your class! In addition to the traditional stained glass classes, Maddy also offers date night options where a bit of the work is already done for you so that you and a guest can get right down to business! I've also seen advertisements for classes with embroidery, candle making, jewelry making, flower arranging, wood burning and resin. I also recently saw a super cool holiday event/market I am planning to check out. Basically if you have any interest in get a little crafty you should really check out 'Akala Studios!

Pinellas Park is becoming the new arts center in Tampa Bay since St Pete has become so successful,…read morecommercial and expensive. Pinellas Park is the new up and comer and I suggest giving it a try! These studios are full of creative artists, each doing their unique thing! Once a month on the 4th Saturday, they hold a exhibition with two food trucks combined with artistic talent! Life is good with art!

Beautiful Zen-inspired paintings and t-shirts. I am complimented whenever I wear my I AM Loy…read moreshirts. Also great painting workshops and kids' classes. Check her out!

Great Customer Service ... Prompt Deliveries ... Quality…read moreFresh Flowers ... Beautiful Arrangements

From the owner: Breathtaking floral arrangements and fresh cut flower bouquets, where every bouquet tells a story…read more We offer flower arranging classes and flower crown making at the location of your choice

I went a few weeks ago with my mom and my sister in law, and it was so much fun! I believe our…read moreinstructor's name was Liz, she was so kind and fun to work with. We were given plenty of paint and plenty of time. It's such a fun activity to do and I'd definitely come back to this location!

What a most delightful experience, taking a paint & sip class! For those who don't know what a…read morepaint and sip is (a lot don't)- basically a business, like Painting With A Twist, has paint classes everyday where you pay admission per person and each class you are taught step by step how to create a specific painting. If you are of age, you have the option of bringing alcohol to sip as you paint, but you totally don't have to. Some places provide the alcohol, but this specific location at least is byob (bring your own beer). Seriously, even if you aren't an artistically inclined or creative person taking a painting class can still be a ton of fun. My dad is not artistic at all, doesn't have an artistic bone in his body really and he knows it, and he still had a ton of fun in the class and learned a lot. Plus, you have an instructor who walks you through how to paint small step by small step, and if you have questions they walk around and will help you correct things as well, so you really have as much guidance as you want, or not. As our hilarious instructor Scott said, "This is FUN art, not FINE art." This really was a ton of fun and i'm for sure going to take more classes in the future, it was the best night and Scott our instructor really helped to make it all the more fun!

Paul and Dina are truly warm and wonderful people. Paul is an incredibly talented artist who wants…read moreto teach, to share his knowledge and wants to "pay it forward". In just a few months of classes, how I think and how I see my art has been transformed and I am more confident. Students are challenged and encouraged with a firm yet light touch as Paul educates, encourages and elevates the inner artist in all of us. Paul is a master and I am fortunate to be one of his students.

We are very grateful to Paul and Dina at Foropoulos Studios for working with our 16 year old…read moredaughter. Ava has flourished as an artist since joining and she thoroughly enjoyed her sessions. Paul is very kind and thoughtful and does a great job building confidence and fostering talent. Thank you Foropolous Studios!

Very well staffed studio; Adrianna who was assigned to me is a talented artist; I really…read moreappreciated her helpful suggestions.

Great atmosphere and staff. Super fun and loved our turtle print. Would definitely recommend for a…read moredate night.

I had the best time taking the Pour Paint class for a team building event! Andromeda provided…read moreeverything we could have needed and showed us multiple techniques to test out. Everyone in my group had fun and we hope to do it again soon, or even try a resin class.

I attended one of the Freestyle Resin Workshops with my mom and aunt. I had so much fun! The…read moreteacher was amazing and super nice! She worked with us from the very beginning with us knowing almost zero about resin! She was extremely patient and helpful. She was great! She also has a bunch of different molds and colors to use. I enjoyed the whole experience. Also, my little projects came out so cute!

I hired Inky Fingers Calligraphy to make bridesmaids proposal cards for me along with doing…read moreCalligraphy on the envelopes the cards would come in. Margot hand painted manatee designs for each card(to go with the under the sea themed party I through). Each of my friends loved their cards. This made me want to use her again later when I saw she did calligraphy letters to Santa that she would mail out. I purchased 4 letters to mail to the children in my life. It was a fun surprise for them. She even created an extra personalized note for one of the kids I told her celebrated both Hannukah and Christmas.

I've attended 2 of Margot's classes, Modern Calligraphy at Safety Harbor's Cafe Vino Tinto &…read moreWatercolor Painting at Largo Coastal Market..& both were a great experience & so fun! Margot's insanely talented & if I was still planning a wedding or having to send out formal invites...I'd hire her for her talented hand in a second! Additionally, I've had Margot help me w a graduation gift, an engraved bottle. I knew she was great at it bc shes engraved her own tumblers that I saw in-person & she at one point would engrave perfume bottles during holiday times within the department stores, usually the higher end ones. I hope to catch some more classes w my sister, mom & girlfriends in the future!

So sad they have closed. This was one of my happy places...loved the people, loved the products. I…read moretook a class or two there and loved them. Sadly our local quilt store options continue to shrink... I hope they are enjoying a wonderful retirement. (I wish I had known this was coming! This might have been a great close-out shopping opportunity!!)

Well organized and friendly quilt store. They have fabric at many price points. Ask to see…read moreclearance fabric. Ample parking, easy to find