I did a live edge charcuterie board and some seashells with Nicole. She was so easy to work with…read more Very patient and helpful She really has a great eye for detail. My favorite part was her asking me to write something on the board that I wanted more of in my life. I chose legacy, solidifying the intention with the hardening of the resin. My mother was an artist, and I really enjoyed exploring my artist genes Couldn't have asked for a better experience! Will definitely be referring I Heart Resin Art to anyone looking for something fun to do

My granddaughter and I took this class and loved it. I will definitely go back and make more with…read moreNicole. She is the BEST teacher and awesome to learn from. I would recommend anyone interested to get in touch and sign up. She is the BEST.

Visited Flower Field on 3/30/14, Charity Wings Art Center had a booth at the event. They setup a…read moreL-shape table and a few staffs standing there teaching the visitors how to make flower with color fabrics. At first, I was standing on the side watching them. It looked very interesting so I decided to sit down and had some fun! One of the staffs, she already started teaching a younger girl (about 12-14 years old) and I sat right next to her . I felt being discriminated by the staff's attitude towards me. I wasn't sure if it was because the younger girl's age or because her parents were with her. For example, the staff would give her very detail instruction and even demonstrated how to do it. When it was my turn, she wasn't really put in effort to teach me. It was my first time learning how to do this too!! When I asked her questions, her reply was, "you can do whatever & be creative....."?? Huh? At least show me how to do it first , once I know it, I can be more creative later. When the younger girl and her parents were ready to leave, she told them about the company and give them a company brochure. I thought now she would have more time to focus on me. I was wrong... she started chatting with another staff about taking lunch break?? I was struggling how to make the fabrics look like "flower"!! I asked her, "I am having hard time making a flower shape???" She said to me, "You will get there eventually.....". Really??? If that is the way she is teaching the class, I will never recommend anyone to go there. When I stood up and ready to leave, she didn't talk about anything about the company or even gave me a brochure. I was very disappointed how different she treated me. I regret that I didn't ask for her name because I think it is important for the business owner, Elena Lai Etcheverty, to know about how her staff treat people differently. All her staffs represent the first impression of the company.

This place is awesome and the staff is fabulous. I adore Libbi…read more There are a few experiences one could encounter with Charity Wings: 1. Art booth or table at another venue. 2. Visiting the art center in San Marcos as an individual or with a group. 3. Coordinating an event. I coordinated an event with them. They have a 6000 square foot warehouse very close to CSUSM on Industrial rd. It's easy to miss. Upon entering I was blown away by the plethora of art supplies. The people who work there will gladly give you a tour, explaining how everything was donated. I met Elena at CSUSM during while she was recruiting volunteers to make "letters of hope" for young women in the hospital with anorexia and for women in homeless shelters. I was intrigued, sat down and made a letter. I asked questions about the charity and I was blown away by the generosity of others. This meeting seemed like it was meant to be. I was planning a fundraiser event and needed a venue. Elena gave me her information and before I knew it I was planning a fun run and art project event with them. I mainly worked with Libbi, as Elena was busy. Libbi was so kind, helpful and was always on the same page as I. Having an event with Charity Wings was a WIN-WIN situation. I planned on charging for my event and had hoped for more in attendance. We didn't end up making any $ to contribute my specific charity, but we did donate to the Charity wings foundation with 25% of our proceeds. With that 25% we had access to the 6000 sq foot warehouse. We made a collaborative art project. We had a large picture and then small papers that each participant could decorate to add to the larger picture. They set out glitter, buttons, feathers, beads and markers to play with. Libbi and a few of the other staff took care of everything inside the warehouse and gave me free reign of the outdoor space, which is HUGE. We had a bounce house and two monitor speakers playing music. Someone participated in the fun run and suffered from heat illness, and they kindly took care of him until he felt better. Libbi is quite motherly. If I ever plan on having another event, I surely will do it here. Again, it's a Win-win situation. Stress free for sure. So for the other experiences, if you have a non-profit organization, you are able to go here and do art for free as a group, simply call ahead and plan your event. For other individuals: $10/hour regular adult, $8/hour student. They also have membership options $5/hour or $20 per day With admission you get access to all art supplies. This is definitely the place to go if you want to try out a new medium. The staff will guide and assist you as much to their knowledge will allow. They have pottery, metal working, paints, scrap booking, ect. They even have artists rental areas... I can't say anything negative about this place. I hope to work with Charity Wings again soon.

How do you write a review for your favourite place? I've been coming to Fire and Mud since my first…read moreclass in February 2019 and I can truly say I've learned everything I know from this place!! Kathy really built the most wonderful third place. Whether you are looking for a totally novel experience or to dive headfirst into the addictive world of clay, you will find what you are looking for in this full service pottery studio with super accessible rates and a good variety of clay bodies to work with! The only prerequisite is that you take a class to get the lay of the land and then you are welcome to choose the level of commitment that suits your needs. I love the sense of community we have with all the regulars who come in - it's what's kept me coming back despite no longer living in North County.

Easy to make reservations online, but if you're making reservations to include your adult kids, the…read moresystem won't reserve a spot for them if you identify yourself as a parent, it's better to call. Other than that, we had a great time and learned so much techniques from Brice, so patient and helpful for our group of first timers on the wheel. We'll be back for sure. Thanks to Brice for a great experience!

LOVE, love Hobby Lobby! They have everything you could want and then more! Service is good, could…read morebe better if there more registers open. The selection of crafty items, sometimes it can be overwhelming. But I'm ok with that! The value of the items is really good!

Hobby Lobby is a place to go from all of your hobby needs. The store has a variety of items for…read moremost hobby projects. The store is not a "walk in and grab what you need" place. Be prepared for a treasure hunt. Staff are always within range and will assist you with a friendly smile. Amazing how they can remember the location of products and point you in the right direction. Most products are reasonable. The store is large and you can easily become overwhelmed if not familiar with the lay of the land. However, if you cannot locate a member of the staff for guidance, you maybe on your own. It would be helpful for a Store Directory to help you on your treasure hunt for your needed supplies. There is a large parking lot that can get congested. Watch for pedestrians that dart out into the crosswalk with too much confidence that all cars will stop and not look both ways before crossing. That is what contributes to the congestion. Checkout stations are well organized. Watch out for the racks of items designed for you to activate your impulse buying mode. Look ahead!!!

This shop is so cute, fun, and bright! You can't help but smile when you enter! You're…read moresurrounded by beautiful & carefully procured items and there is so much to see. Every corner exudes charm! I was happy to see that they sell Bridgewater Candles' Sweet Grace fragrant products. Please see my separate review on them. The Bridgewater Candle Company helps feed children around the world. This shop also carries the Farm House Fresh (FHF) skincare line. I love their sumptuous lotions! The interior is festively decorated for Christmas and chock full of a variety of unique gifts like jewelry and items for children. It is a little pricey but not over the top. I spoke with Kelly, who was working at the counter. She was so friendly, welcoming, and sweet and we chatted for a bit. She explained that they also have classes for crafts like jewelry making & candle making. It's something I'm interested in exploring further. She let me know that Angie owned the shop and there were challenges when the pandemic hit. I'm so heartbroken that so many small businesses were adversely impacted. I love supporting small businesses. Like I told Kelly small businesses are the backbone of the American economy. They have a prayer request wall. I submitted a request along with the myriad of requests already hanging. So much prayer needed in these times. I thought that is so cool & gracious on the shop owner's part. What a blessing! You can tell that children find the shop magical! They were awestruck by many of the items on display. Hearing their squeals of delight brought joy to my ears & warmth to my heart. It is a feast for the eyes. It's decorated so tastefully, it's organized, clean and bright. I couldn't help myself and made a few select purchases for gift giving. Don't take my word for it! Come & check it out for yourself! Please support this small business. I can't wait to return.

We happened upon this adorable place because my son wanted to go to the Lego store next door. Let…read moreme start by saying it's so nice to see more Christian businesses and this little boutique had the cutest gifts. The service was amazing- they were so sweet and I asked about how long they have been there and she said 7 years, which I was amazed by- she said that they started as a workshop place and expanded their gift shop but they do still offer classes. We can't wait to go participate. Everything was adorable. It is a bit pricey, but I love supporting small local businesses, and can't wait to go back when I need special gifts or just something cute. If you're in the area go check them out. Absolutely happy to have found them.

My husband and I enjoy stopping in to see what different items they may have at different times…read more They are a little more expensive than our usual go to stores, but they do carry a lot of different items that is nice to pick up in a pinch. My husband is a huge Godzilla fan and always has to stop in to see what new figure he may add to his collection.

Love this store! They have a great and wide selection, but the value of a lot the items are being…read moreoverly charged. Ex: A item that is worth $35 they are charging for $97. I bought a one piece figure from the miniso in the same shopping outlet & this store is charging $15 extra for the same figurine. Amazing selection terrible pricing.

If you're looking for a creative and fun spot for all ages, I highly recommend TuTu Fun Arts &…read moreCrafts! My 9-year-old absolutely loves it, but honestly, it's not just for kids. It's such a great place to unwind, get creative, and enjoy some hands-on fun.. whether you're going with friends, family, or even on your own. The staff is kind and encouraging, and there are so many different activities to keep everyone inspired. It's become one of our favorite go-to spots when we want to do something different and meaningful. Definitely worth checking out!

Wow. Super fun and creative. Had a blast. A little bit pricy. But worth it because they do offer…read moregood quality charms and product. Also they give you 2.5 hr window. My my girls finished in 30-45 minutes. It's pretty fast. We'll be back!

Absolutely love this friendly and welcoming business! Attending a Christmas event thrown by a…read morefriend to support our local libraries. I am NOT a crafty person but they made it so easy! I went home with an awesome sign that I can't believe I made. Prices are very reasonable and staff is super helpful

Hammer & Stain is cool for a unique experience. I've never stained wood before, but was instructed…read moreon what to do and enjoyed the do at your own pace style of workshop. If you're looking for a crafty activity, this is a solid option.