As if this store isn't cool enough- housing all kinds of goodies, some of which I haven't laid eyes…read moreon since my childhood- Susan, the owner is the most awesome human. She went ABOVE & BEYOND to accommodate a special desire my sister & I had. And all out of the goodness of her heart. Tremendous shopping experience and even better human experience :-D Thank you Susan

Wow! I am so smitten with Lakewood Art Studios! How did I, lover of all things handmade, not know…read morethis was here?! I was taking a yoga class at nearby Puma Yoga when I randomly noticed Lakewood Art Studios and decided to wander in. What a pleasant, pleasant surprise. Lakewood Art Studios is an artist collective, education and event space in Lakewood. I'm spitballing from memory, but they feature maybe 30+ local artists. Think the most unique pieces of jewelry, art, greeting cards, ceramics and other odds and ends thoughtfully curated in a gallery. You constantly have things to explore and no two things are the same. For me, buying handmade local artisan goods is my weak spot. Seriously, take all my money now. They also offer a variety of classes ranging from photography to portrait drawing and a comic book club, all held in the small classrooms in the back of the shop. This is a pretty special place. I was in a bit of a rush when I visited, but I am already planning to go back out to Lakewood to specially spend more time in Lakewood Art Studios appreciating all the one-of-a-kind pieces. I'll come here to discover new artists for my collection or buy stunning, original gifts for friends!

I was looking for art classes in CLE and stumbled upon Art House, which is a nonprofit organization…read moredevoted to making art accessible to their Brooklyn Centre neighborhood as well as Greater Cleveland. They offer visual and creative arts classes for people of all ages and skill levels. Shortly after learning about Art House I signed up for a six week pottery on the wheel class. I had never used a pottery wheel before, and I really enjoyed it (even though I'm not too great at it). The instructor, Billy Ritter, was fantastic. Really helpful, friendly and laid back. He is also very diplomatic with his comments on our less than perfect creations throughout the weeks. I took the class solo but was really happy with the group setting and made friends with the other people in the class. I also attended a glass mosaic class that was a good time. Art House offers a large variety of classes for adults, kids and kids with family members, and open studio time for ceramics as well. These would make excellent gifts! The classes are also great if you're looking to do something on your own or with friends. Art House offers summer programs for kids, birthday parties, etc. AH has a large variety of things to offer and they change/update them every few months. AH currently offers monthly "Sippin' in the Studio" single night classes in which they provide a few glasses of vino to get your creativity flowing and range from glass mosaics to jewelry making. This is a cool place and I hope Clevelanders take advantage of it. Check it out - sign up for something today! Sign up with a friend and/or meet some new people in a really relaxed atmosphere.

From the owner: We offer a wide range of programming, including:…read more - Studio art classes and workshops for adults and kids including ceramics, printmaking, mixed-media, and more. - Ten pottery wheels and two large kilns onsite - Professional development opportunities for art educators and artists - StudioGo: fee-based outreach arts classes, workshops and festival activities for schools, businesses, and organizations from homeschool groups to senior centers to corporate art and teambuilding retreats. - Customized private events for youth and adult birthday parties, badge building workshops for Scouts, bachelorette parties and girls night out etc. - Urban Bright: Arts-in-Education programming for schools in Cleveland Metropolitan School District and select schools in the Greater Cleveland community. - FREE Family open studio and low cost Family Clay Day workshops.

This is exactly what Avon and the west side of Cleveland really needed. A play where you can learn,…read morebe creative, purchase local art work and supplies as well as check out all of their planned pop up shops. This also gives people that are working out of their home with a home based business the ability to showcase their products in a pop up store at The Makers Space Studios. Amazing people run this great space and I wish them all the best and I hope that others visit and learn something new this upcoming year!

From the owner: We specialize in pottery, having 5 wheels and 3 kilns. We also specialize in one on one art…read morelessons. Lots of art classes, workshops and a brand new splatter paint zone!

This was a fun experience overall, and we trusted that the instructor knew what she was doing. Both…read moremy daughter and I chose the flower glass blowing activity. I opted to make a flower, while my daughter planned to create a flower-shaped ring holder as a surprise gift for her sister, who loves rings. Those were the options given to us by the instructor. Unfortunately, we were disappointed by the long wait--20 days--for our pieces to arrive, especially since we paid $25 for shipping. I had to email the owner to remind her to send them out. She was apologetic, and the pieces eventually arrived. However, to our dismay, my daughter's piece turned out to be just a flower, a beautiful flower, but not the ring holder she asked to make with the guidance of her instructor. The instructor was with her every step and guided her through the entire process, but seemed to forget the goal of making it into a ring holder which was an option given to us. I reached out to the owner to explain the situation, but there was no acknowledgment of the mistake or any indication of how it might be corrected. Overall, we were left disappointed.

Super helpful staff that walk you through step by step in the process of creating one of your kind…read morepiece. Love the various options and colors that were available including glow in the dark option. I created an ornament for our tree as given it is holiday seasons and we can enjoy it seeing for awhile!

Great class. Jodi provides lots of one-on-one in her class. I learned a lot and felt supported in…read moremy efforts.

I took a beginner leaded glass class with a friend at the Jodi Baldacci Art Studio. It was a…read moreterrific experience and a good value for the money paid. Jodi was a calm and easygoing instructor who gave plenty of instruction. She let us pick our patterns and glass colors and offered expert advice. We worked on the projects over two sessions, so we had plenty of time to finish our projects. I never felt rushed and I learned proper techniques. I will definitely go back and take another class at Jodi's studio.

Omg! So fun! Found this in a Facebook event for a open Christmas workshop…read more Signed up online and paid. Pretty easy, and then that was it. Showed up and it's super cute! Everyone had masks, and social distancing was in place. Hand sanitizer and hand washing stations. Project is ready to go when you show up, steps are easy to follow, and you have help if needed every step of the way. I love my project! It took about 3.5 hours.

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My family and I have been to this appointment only art studio, run by the energetic Bev, three…read moretimes; 5 yr old birthday party, 8 yr old birthday party, and for a fun grown up get together. This place was great for my kids who have fun imaginations and no fear when it comes to art and painting. There was a table set up with small sized easels and canvases and each child picked the colors they wanted. They were free to paint whatever their heart desired and Bev would help with suggestions to make their art dreams come true. While the paint dries the children are taken into a side room where they can have pizza, cake, ice cream, and present opening before taking their masterpieces home. The grown up version went a little different, with appetizers and drinks first to loosen us up first before we ventured into the other room to paint. For my party we painted wine glasses. The freedom to paint anything was great for kids but not us adults who fear messing up and know our complete lack in artistic ability. Most of us turned to the internet for ideas. Bev was there to offer suggestions and encouragement as we painted. While it was nice to see all the different outcomes, I need step by step instruction to make art less intense and more enjoyable.

Picture this Have you had your fill of work and stress? Are…read moreyou falling asleep on the job? Do you stare at the clock counting down the minutes? Do you find yourself asking "is it the weekend yet"? If you have answered yes to one or more of these, you are way overdue for a girls' night out. The first thing that comes to mind is dinner, drinks, and dancing, but let's face it--a night out on the town can be expensive. You don't have to spend a fortune to have fun. Just get creative when planning a fun, affordable experience with friends by challenging them to try something new and interesting. Here's an inexpensive idea that my friends and I tried that won't break the bank: Brush And A Bottle Paint Night. With a glass of wine in one hand and a paintbrush in the other, could you imagine a better way to unwind? Trashed Studio offers an all-inclusive three-hour instructor-led painting class with all supplies (sans the wine) provided for just $30! Local artist Bev Elliott will challenge you and your group of 6 to 12 friends to get creative in this step-by-step demonstration through the painting process. For those of you who have never picked up a paint brush, the ever-so-patient Bev is right by your side, ready to offer individualized tips and style suggestions. Her passion for painting is contagious, and you'll find yourself channeling your inner Monet--shocked by the hidden artists that you and your friends have become. I must admit that I was slightly hesitant about the evening since I'm far from a modern day artist. With Bev's guidance and acrylic paint, I quickly discovered my artistic abilities. I personally found acrylic paint to be very forgiving, easy to use, and any mistakes can be painted over (even when dry!) I enjoyed the night out with my friends, and getting to come home with my own piece of art was an awesome added bonus. The relaxing atmosphere of this cozy art studio is filled with laughter and good vibes from the moment your paint-filled brush hits the canvas, making that stressful work week you've had seem less overwhelming. I highly recommend Trashed Studio: Brush and a Bottle class for first time and/or experienced painters. For any event (girls' night, birthday, family get-together or work outing), plan your next paint party with Bev and be sure to check out other services Trashed Studio offers!  **As a disclaimer (let's not get confused by my writing style), this is not an advertisement, nor do I work for Trashed Studios. When I find something I love I give my honest opinion, and I never recommend products that I don't use or enjoy. Sincerelybs.com