We did a day trip to Richmond. This was fun. The artists were friendly and recommended things to do…read morein town. Highly recommend as a group activity or solo.

This place is the Spot! I came here for a work event and we made glass pumpkins (it's definitely…read morenot inexpensive but was a great experience). Everyone had a really great time picking their colors and doing the glass blowing. The pumpkins came out really great and the pickup process was super easy! My one complaint would be that we were such a large group (we had 2 groups back to back) and I was in the 2nd group- you could tell the staff got tired (very understandable since they had to make 20+ pumpkins) and they didn't do a great job explaining the process ahead of time. On the upside, they were great about talking you through it in the moment. It was pretty dummy proof since the staff did most of the process for you, I don't think I can say I actually did "glass blowing" which I think is fine. Overall, would recommend this for events (but maybe smaller groups) and the staff is really skilled. They have a shop up front which I would recommend checking out!

The staff was very helpful yet I didn't feel pressured to make purchases. They have a nice…read moreselection and offer a free sit and sew weekly I believe. Worth the stop for sure.

Very neat and well organized. Lots of variety for single fat quarters. "Friendly" not so much...in…read morefact, not much warmth at all from the three employees and I didn't see a lot of interaction with other customers. I like to support our quilt shops but a little sincere customer appreciation is nice.

Still Life Studios has become one of my favorite places in the city to take ceramic classes. I have…read morebeen going there for two months straight, and I have officially found my new hobby of choice. I like how the classes are organized because clay, glaze, tools, and kiln firings are all included in the cost of the class. The space is huge and has multiple tables and rooms to practice your ceramic skills. They even have a semi-outdoor garage area for potters to set up in. In addition to the great space, the staff are all super helpful. The owner, Jess, and teacher, Brooklin, make the space very inviting and informative. It's a great environment to ask questions and be inquisitive about the process. Also, all the other potters who go there, whether members or students, are happy to share their knowledge with newcomers. I would recommend taking the "Bowl in One" class first for just $60 before committing to a whole month of classes. But I promise, once you start at Still Life, you won't ever want to stop.

We got a group of friends together to go and do an hour long pottery class. Our teacher was named…read moreGreen. They did an amazing job helping us learn the basics while also laughing and having a good time. I highly recommend this place to go and try something new. you can go by yourself or you can get a group of people. excellent spot for some good fun, top-notch, quality, and service and the space itself is lovely.

I needed a frame for a local breweries-styled print I received on Christmas (it was from local…read moremerchant Twig in Lakeside), so I brought the print with me and headed into Michael's. After testing it with several frames, I opted for a fairly priced classic brown and black frame. It had two hooks in the back, so I checked the picture-frame hardware aisle for other options. Command Strips were one, but after speaking with one of the ladies in the custom frame department, she recommended some of the metal twine. She had some extra, so she cut off a piece for me and threaded it through. Definitely above and beyond! It's been hanging right next to my front door ever since, and people comment on it when they walk in. It's actually my only framed hanging print in my apartment -- all others are canvas prints.

Michaels has every craft and art item that I have ever needed. It's the best countrywide art store…read morethat I have ever seen. GO TO MICHAELS

My dear wife received a gift certificate to attend a cooking class at The Kitchen Classroom and…read moreasked if I would like to join her. Saying yes was a good decision. We had a lot of fun and made some really delicious food! The classroom space itself is large, with multiple prep areas, storage, and teaching table. There is a dining table that seated twelve (our class was 10.) You are greeted with water and the option to purchase beer or wine by the glass or bottle. After a quick walk through you form teams of three or four and set about preparing the entire menu (in other words, it is NOT one station prepping the main course while another group is limited to boiling pasta.) All the mis-en-place has been set out so all the measuring is already done, but the rest is hands on mixing, cooking, plating, etc. The instructor orally delivers instructions and walks around to catch anything going astray. The class was two hours long. Our menu was on the theme "Italian Classics." Items to be prepared were Chicken Piccata, Artichoke Bruschetta, Bucatini in Creamy Pecorino Sauce, and Chocolate Budino. I won't review the food -- it would be a review of our own cooking -- but I will say that preparing it was easy with guidance and tasted absolutely delicious! Each work group eats their own prepared food but at a communal table. The crew also boxes up anything extra that is left from your prep., like extra bruschetta topping or leftover pasta, to be divided up as each work group sees fit. And I didn't have to wash dishes! My wife is the chef in the family, I am never going to cook at her level. But this class was not beyond my abilities and made me completely at ease. Can't wait to go back for other classes here!

Amazing, fun and educational! Staff was so nice and the instruction was perfect…read more We did the Philippine night and the food was excellent. Highly recommend for a date night or family night or even girlfriend get together!

This is my local quilt shop and it's wonderful. Lucy went above and beyond to help get my sewing…read moremachine in working order. The selection of fabric is great and the service is friendly and knowledgeable. Lucy may have to get a larger space soon because the store is packed with beautiful things!

Best shop, lots of best lines including Kaffe and Tilda. We take a day trip just to go to this…read moreplace along w good local lunch @ Brick House. Cafe.

I stopped in yesterday with my boyfriend while he was running some errands. I was not expecting to…read morebuy anything myself, so of course I dropped $70 on spring and Easter decor plus Valentine's chocolates on discount. I've attached a picture of my new wreath, which I've hung on my front door even though it is indeed only midway through February. I'm so hyped for spring I simply could not wait. All in all - reasonable prices, good selection, easy location in Willow Lawn.

Sought advice from one of the staff members regarding a craft project. Although he was friendly and…read morewanted to be helpful, he didn't seem to know much about craft supplies and couldn't provide a recommendation. Otherwise, the shopping experience at this location was standard. Oh and they allow dogs inside which is a plus.