I went to Pinot's Palette to celebrate my sister's birthday. Even though it was not a private…read moreparty, we were able to get a full table reserved for our group. They had an ice bucket to chill our drinks and a table in the back reserved for us to put any extra alcohol or snacks that we brought. They also provided us wine glasses to drink out of which was so convenient! I really liked that the host had a microphone attached to her and the volume was loud enough to hear her over the chatter from birthday festivities and other group conversations. Instructions were easy to follow along to, and it was a great birthday overall! Highly recommend!

I came here for a private party and had a great time. The staff was accommodating with letting us…read moreset up some decorations, and were happy to take a bunch of pictures for us afterwards. We also were able to leave our art for a couple of hours so we could go to dinner which I appreciated. I'm used to a little bit more hands-on advice and feedback from instructors at paint and sips which is the only reason I took a star off but overall it was a wonderful experience!

DO NOT, I repeat, DO NOT have your kids party here! Rachel…read moreleft a very negative impression on at least half of the kids that attended. She is not well suited to for dealing with children, especially those who are creative and think outside the box. When the first kid arrived, she literally tried to send the parent away with "I want the parents to be gone so I can establish my authority" meanwhile the kids go to a special school for behavioral issues. After some words, she finally agreed to have the parents stay but in the back, out of line of sight of the kids. Her tone of voice reflected her totalitarian approach. Multiple kids came to talk to their parents about how mean the teacher was. I understand wrangling kids who are neural divergent can be a challenge, but there is a impactful difference between setting appropriate boundaries vs "Rule with an iron fist" smack downs. The parents can hear how she was treating the kids from the back, no wonder why she wanted them to drop and leave. One of our neighbors had a much younger kid, who stayed in the same room with the kids the whole time, told us Rachel yelled "Shut Up" several times at the kids. I regret having exposed these vulnerable children to someone who is clearly discriminatory. Please learn from my mistake, save your kids from Rachel! If you want a good place with much more talented teachers, go to ArteVino in Milburn instead, so much more friendly, and less stingy about materials. I'm not affiliated with them in anyway, other than us having a kids party there 2 years ago, just wish I went there this time also instead; lessons learned!

Great teacher and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoyed the halloween party session and left with some art…read moreto show the family. Would definitely come back with the wife to try some more challenging pics. Highly recommend!!

My husband and i attended a Van Go paint party and had an amazing time. Neither of us have any art…read moreskills whatsoever but with the guided instruction, we left with paintings worthy to display at home! The atmosphere was fun and relaxed, and the instuctor was incredibly helpful and friendly. I am definitely considering hosting my child's next birthday with them this summer.

We used Van Go Paint Parties and could not have been happier. The instructor was prompt,…read moreprofessional and neat. Plus she had a wonderful personality and was great with a bunch of tween girls. Thank you so much for a great party. Well worth it!

I can't say enough nice things!…read more We recently hosted our son's teddy bear making birthday party here. It was absolutely awesome!! We had a private room, which allowed the children to interact and play together. They started off with tattoos and coloring while kids were brought to another area to make teddy bears in groups of four or five. Lately, you go to a birthday party, and the kids are all just running off on their own and not playing together. Here, the activities got the children to play together, which I find so important. It was absolutely awesome! I also liked the quality of the teddy bears, clothing, and backpacks the kids got. I also can't say enough nice things about the service and staff. They were incredibly helpful in every possible way and accommodating. From the moment we walked in everything just worked seamlessly. There's also such a calm vibe that it is pleasant for the parents hanging out. The party area is open and spacious so everyone felt very comfortable. About three different families that participated in our party liked it so much that they're looking to do their kids party there as well. This place deserves even more than five stars... I don't think I've ever said that in a review!

Really enjoyed pottery session with family . Was a great experience. Staff was helpful and…read morefriendly. Recommend as family activity.

My friends and I had a great time at Creative Lab, we will be back for sure. Owners were very nice,…read moreplace is clean, great time, great music.

This place is amazing! The staff is super-friendly, helpful, and fantastic to be around. The head…read morepainter made sure to come around and help everyone who had trouble/need suggestions on what to do. I had so much fun coming here with a friend! I would definitely come here again for more good times and vibes. A++

Who knew you could be an artist after a few sips of wine? Pinot's Palette is a popular franchise…read morethat hosts BYOB "Paint & Sip" events. They have over 100 locations and host multiple classes every month. You can access the events calendar on their website. Most locations host a class almost every day that are two or three hours long. Weekdays typically have evening class times while weekends can have earlier times. They offer a wide variety of paintings like landscapes, animals, florals, and seasonal themes. They have specialty classes where you can paint a custom portrait, decorate a wine glass or tote bag, or use black light fluorescent (glow-in-the-dark) paint. Because there's alcohol involved, most classes are adults only. However, they do have a select few that are for all ages/family-friendly. Prices range from $30-$55+ per person depending on the class type and time. You can reserve your spot/s online ahead of time. If you're going with a group, you can type in the names of your party in the seating request section so you can all be seated together. We went to the Nutley location on a Friday evening. Street parking was easy to find at this time. The studio has a lively, welcoming, and social atmosphere. They provide you with all of the art supplies - paint, brushes, canvas, easel, aprons. You bring your own drinks and food, but they do supply glassware, corkscrews, ice buckets, plates, napkins, and utensils. Angie was our instructor who led us step-by-step through the painting. She was friendly, enthusiastic, engaging, and easy to follow. This was my third class and I'm definitely no Vincent van Gogh LOL... but I still enjoyed myself. Regardless of your artistic talent, this is a great way to be creative, relax, and socialize in a judgment-free space. All levels of artistry are welcome! You'll actually be surprised at how much of a masterpiece you can create by the end of class ;) Paint & Sip classes are a fun choice for a group bonding activity or celebration! They also do corporate events and private parties. If you're going to be a frequent flyer, don't forget to sign up for their rewards program! You get personalized deals, free events, priority seating, etc.

I was looking for a last minute activity to keep my kiddos busy during their holiday break so I…read morelooked up Pinot's Palette. The painting they had this past Sunday (12/29) looked totally do-able for my kiddos so I signed us up that morning for a 12pm class. My kids were SO excited. I brought some snacks and kid friendly drinks with us and we got there 15 minutes early. We were the first ones there and our palettes and paints were waiting for us. They had aprons for kids and we put our stuff in cubbies. Once the other groups arrived we began painting. Our instructor (I totally forget her name and I feel so bad) was absolutely fantastic. She took her time explaining each piece of the painting and how were were going to create everything. She was very patient and answered everyone's questions. She walked around to make sure everyone was on the same page and that we had enough paint. She gave little tips that helped make the painting process easier. It was so much fun! My son had a little trouble with the painting and was getting a bit frustrated (he hated his tree) but he continued on, followed the directions, and did his best. I was so proud of him. He is a bit younger than the recommended age but he enjoys guided drawings so I thought he might enjoy it. In the end, he was happy to have a fun, finished product. My daughter had a great time. And I always LOVE a good paint and sip. I will definitely be back to Pinot's Palette in Nutley. I love that it's so close to me and they have so many events and different paintings to choose from.

Such a cute place! We don't have many things like this close by and was surprised to find the…read morestudio while looking for fun summer activities. My kids had a lot to choose from and really enjoyed painting, they were amazed seeing their final project at pick up. Loved this painting studio!

From the owner: Our business specializes in the creativity of customers of all ages. We are a paint your own…read morepottery studio with the addition of glass painting, canvas painting classes for kids and adults (sip and paint), plus private events and birthday parties!

Amazing customer service... we had so much fun. Mrs H and her assistant were professional,…read morefriendly, kind, and fun. The customer service was impeccable helping with setup, and ensuring everyone was enjoying themselves. The process of painting and the patience the assistant had with us. I highly recommend and definitely will be using them again. Mrs. H ensured my event was memorable.

I 100% recommended this art studio! The instructions were given clearly. It's just a comforting…read morefriendly environment. I paint a wine glass and it was very simple to do when following the instructions. Don't need to be a professional to paint here!

Want to connect with your creative side- You need to check this place out. Amy & Maya always make…read moreme feel welcome and wanted. So comfortable - even though I don't feel like a creative soul- I never feel intimidated. I always feel inspired and uplifted by their presence. What they give to the community is priceless.

I have known Amy and Maya for over a year and a half and they are the real deal. I've joined their…read morewriting + sewing classes, dropped into their studio, received their tandem word poems (now framed!), and they are just two radiant examples of courageous and passionate businesswomen using creativity at its best. I'm so thankful for them as an outlet for creativity - going back to my roots has kept me so, so centered.