Lovely, quaint shop with tons of scents to choose from in various formats. At the counter, there…read moreare samples of all of the perfumes they offer along with a list of their names and main notes. A similar set up is available for colognes in the same area. Around the shop, there are candles, body oils, room sprays, lotion, etc. in select scents. At the back in a separate room, there are some cute clothes. The 2 women that were working when I popped in were friendly and approachable. I even overheard another customer come in who asked for help with identifying a scent similar to her current discontinued perfume and they were extremely helpful! They offered to let us try some scents on to see how it changed with our skin chemistry. After smelling for a long time, I picked up 3 scents: heliotrope (very warm vanilla), carnaval (fresh, spring), and mirage (honestly have no clue how to describe this, just that it smells delicious). I also looked up their website to see if I would be able to reorder and it seems that select scents are available, so it is definitely worth a trip in-person to smell all of their inventory!! Price wise, these are very affordable at $33/2 oz. of eau de toilette and $45(?)/2 oz. for the parfum. I would love to continue supporting this business for their stellar service and unique scents, not to mention the history of the company is cool.

Very friendly service, I got 2 oils, bubble bath and a bath bomb. it was very expensive around 500$…read morekeep in mind they don't have a bathroom. I thought it was a pretty cool experience in all

I'm obsessed y'all…read more Paint and Sip classes have always been one of my favorite things to do. The Rustic Brush takes it to a whole nother level though. Tracy & Travis opened up their doors late fall of 2019 and were only open for a few months before COVID-19 struck. I love and appreciate how they adapted and created DIY kits that you can take home and enjoy socially distant and in the comfort of your Casa. It was super easy to order my kit ahead of time and when I picked it up masks were worn and everything by their team. I loved doing the kits in the comfort of my own home. Everything was packaged and labeled nicely. I enjoyed the butch paper wrapping since I could use that as my painting station and not ruin my furniture. All the paints were packaged individually, came with a set of sponge brushes, a disposable apron (yes please!), and of course the custom stencil I chose. You can actually choose up to three paint colors and they have a wide variety of stencils and projects to choose from. Currently during COVID-19 you can book a private experience for a small group of folks and it's BYOB!

I purchased a Do It Yourself (DIY) kit. Paying online was efficient and I appreciate how quick the…read moreowner reached out to confirm my colors. I picked up my kit a few days later and that was quick and easy as well. I selected the classic gray stained wood and must admit I was disappointed in how it looked. The stain didn't appear to take on most of the wood. I wouldn't have been happy putting my stencil directly on top of the wood, so I painted the wood white first. You basically paint on top of the provided stencil and then pull the stencil off. It was challenging because the smaller pieces took forever to pull up. I literally broke a sweat lol! My takeaway from that is to pick a pattern that isn't so complex the next time. Overall, I was pleased with my finished product. I just wish it had the classic gray background.

I attended a child's birthday celebration here. The party room is spacious. Ashton, the artist in…read morecharge of the party, was amazing. She was patient, gave easy directions, and let the kids have fun with painting. Each child had their own easel, and they had enough paint to mix colors and be creative. One is allowed to bring food and cake; I do not think that sternos are allowed. Painting with a twist is a great place for date night, hanging with your crew, and celebrating birthdays or any other event. I will be back!

Sadly the quality of this location has deteriorated. I went as a part of an all ladies event. While…read moreit was a nice get together, we couldn't paint well because the brushes provided were in poor condition. It was difficult /frustrating to paint crisp lines and edges. Although my painting did come out okay, I know it could've been better and with less anxiety.

I absolutely had an awesome time painting. Went for a bachelorette party and they were so helpful…read moreand very knowledgeable about painting techniques.

Had a great time painting, eating and socializing with my girlfriend, her family and friends…read more celebrating her birthday. The teacher was took care in fixing all of our paintings if needed. Mine needed it and I love the painting I created. The energy in the room was upbeat and lively. I would recommend you checking this out for your next friendly get together. Loved the atmosphere, loved the socialization. Check the schedule there are open days, group times and even times set aside for children. The teacher is easy to work with.

Such good vibes here!…read more After having brunch we walked by Selah and decided to check it out, my sister loves rocks and Crystals. Upon walking in you're hit with smells of incense and just an overall calming atmosphere. The owner(s) were so nice and chatted my sister up about the Crystals and where she could find a location here to buy similar items. They offer a wide range of rocks,stones and Crystals of various sizes and I love how they provided a card for the benefits of each item. They also offer candles, incense, robes, etc. Definitely check this cute shop out.

It was an experience! The ambience of the space was enough to make me put my phone in my pocket and…read morebe fully present. As I walked through the store, my eyes were amazed by the richness of the colors of the stones and crystals. So many shapes, sizes, colors. The lobes of my ears softened to the slow beat, deep bass, soft drumming music vibrating through the air. My nose was teased by the Paulo Santo infused with - maybe sandalwood? Cloves? Rose? It smelled good y'all!! As I took it all in - circling the store twice, I was drawn to the new tools necessary for now. I had so many questions. Urania and Randall were warm and inviting and welcomed my curiosity. They were amazing! They graciously shipped my purchase across several state lines. This is not cheap or frail stuff y'all, but once you start experiencing the benefits of the tools, you feel like you got a bargain. To work with them has been a joy! Urania is a true and insightful teacher and Randall's breath work is cleansing and thorough. I came with an empty cup, and by the time I left, my cup was overflowing. If you are in New Orleans, this is a 'must experience' location! If you don't have a trip planned yet -- plan one.

This place has such a fun concept! You come in, don't even need an appointment, choose your already…read morecreated pottery piece (based on shelf level, the lower shelves are the least expensive and so on up), choose your paints, sit and paint, pay when finished, and pick your piece up in a week! That is the best idea! Especially if you are intimidated by created the pottery pieces. The owners make you feel welcome and so really, you should not feel intimidated. The other option here - other then just walking up and painting a pre made piece - is to book a class to create your very own piece and paint that! They have plenty of fun options and party sizes, so check out the info on their website. They have a great space here and little patio or courtyard in the back. This was one really relaxing time. I think I will make it a girls night soon, and come here and paint, and go have some drinkies and pasta nearby! Thank you for bringing BellyFire to Nola!

Belly Fire -- 5…read more Belly Fire is such a beautiful pottery space... like instantly calming but still creative and fun. Me and three of my friends booked a 60-minute extraction class online. One of my friends reserved it with her card, but you don't actually pay until you get there, which I liked--it secures your spot without pressure. Now here's what really stood out... One of my friends was late, and the instructor waited for her. We didn't even have to ask. He just did it. That level of consideration? You don't see that everywhere. Later I found out he was one of the co-owners, and that just made it even better. It didn't feel like a money grab at all. It felt like they genuinely wanted us to enjoy our time there, and we did. Our instructor was super patient, very hands-on (and yes... we definitely joked after about how good he was with his hands because the way he was working that clay?? ). He let us have fun with it too. One of my friends went completely off script, just doing her own thing, and instead of correcting her every second, he let her enjoy the experience. That meant a lot. After we finished, we labeled our pieces and they gave us pickup instructions. You get a window of a couple weeks to come back for your pottery or it gets tossed. I'll be honest... I missed my pickup window, and that's on me. They sent reminders and everything, so they definitely give you a fair chance. Overall, I loved this place. They have different experiences too--family days, date vibes, group activities--so it's something you can keep coming back to and doing in different ways. More than anything, I appreciated how they made us feel. Not like customers, but like individuals just enjoying something new. I'll definitely be back... and next time, I'm picking up my piece on time

She was so kind and really took her time. I felt as if I got real clarity and authenticity. I'm so…read moreglad I didn't try one of the more advertised shops downtown.

I recently visited. Owner was knowledgeable, friendly and could really work with and handle…read moremultiple customers at one time. You need to have an idea of what you're looking for before entering. Upon entering the doorway was surrounded by live plants, the alter is to the left. There were a large assortment of washes, crystals, and incense. It looked as though someone had pretty much wiped out the candle selection, but there could have been more in the back. The owner was very neutral and only suggested options based your your energy. If you were seeking something for good you received it and vice versa. The prices were really affordable which really lead me to believe it is her calling to help people and not just make money. It's worth the drive out to the East. My only reason for 4 out of 5 stars is there was ZERO literature. No books or pamphlets or guides to help educate yourself in navigating your own spiritual journey. So you must enter with a mindset of TRUST. The spirits guide this Sista for sure but be careful.

I had a nice dining experience here with a group of friends Friday evening. The ambiance, customer…read moreservice, and food was wonderful. There is still room for improvement. Gumbo: the gumbo I expected better honestly. The sausage was tough and for the gumbo to be slow cooked-- i received a lukewarm cup of gumbo. Double cut Porkchop: she was the star of the evening! She came medium well nestled on a pile of new potatoes and collard greens (that were orgasmic!). The dish is finished with a blueberry jus (Sp) I cleaned my plate almost. We did have an issue with one of my companions order. They also ordered the double Porkchop, however there's was undercooked. We informed our server, Charlie and they took care the issue right away! All of the seating upstairs is high top and close to the vents so we found ourselves cold and being dripped on. Overall we enjoyed ourselves and had a nice experience.

I found them at Arabella Art Market in The Marigny, New Orleans last Thursday. Owners says she's…read morethere on some Saturdays too. They also do custom orders and studio is based in Tangipahoa Parish, so they do markets all around. Great soaps and bath bombs! Delicious aromas. She also had a few festival hats and custom print T-shirts. Everything was very cool, extremely unique and crazy whimsical. Camera on phone is broken or I'd add pictures... next time. The soap packaging reads "Little Easy" but the clothing and accessories read "Gris Gris Girls".