Did you know that Michael's does parties?…read more My daughter wanted an arts and crafts party. I found Michael's through google. How convenient! A two hour birthday party with 8 kids was only $149 (base). They could order in Dominos pizza if you want to really minimize your effort. They provide plates and cutlery. They can decorate with balloons for an additional cost. How easy a birthday party is that? I ordered a few platters from the Publix across the parking lot and a cake (don't forget to bring a cake cutter and lighter as Michael's does not supply those). The girls had fun painting three projects and then getting to have a mid-afternoon snack and cake from Publix. Their parents were thrilled to be able to drop off their daughters with the hostess (Maria, a saint) and me while they got to run errands in Britton Plaza or return home for a couple hours. And at the end of the party, Maria did most of the cleaning, so all I had to do was gather the leftovers to bring home and load them and my daughter's presents into the car. Easiest. Party. Ever.

Michael's has been a go to of mine for years. From my scrapbooking phase to baking supplies and…read moreholiday decor, there is always something cute to get at Michael's. This year they were one of the first stores to put out Halloween decor. While I found the groovy Halloween collection a bit too bright and colorful for my fall vibes, I did snag a ghost holding a pumpkin to add to my collection.

My kids love this place! They did a camp here over the summer and had a great time painting fun…read morepieces. The stencils make it easier for them and the end product is something that's actually presentable and of use! Camp times are from 10 to 2 pm, and they host regular paint sessions as well as birthday parties.

I am so not artistic. Nevertheless, I still ended up creating a beautiful piece with the awesome &…read morewell planned execution for the talentless such as myself, courtesy of The Potter's House Studio! The shop itself is an adorable little gem, very comfortable, not overwhelming. Josie was amazing at explaining the process and was helpful throughout when we had questions (yes, even "dumb" ones). The Studio features simple, yet aesthetically pleasing pieces to choose from with a wonderful array of paints to choose from. THERE IS A DESIGN CENTER! This means you can choose from stencils of all sizes and patterns, stamp type devices to imprint designs, and best of all....a computer to search images that the studio will then image and re-size for you on the spot to have a custom stencil for your creation! I've tried painting my own wine glass, blah blah...hideous, but really I was in it for the experience. This studio raised the bar so much for me! I can make my own pieces that I will use on a daily basis that I just love... Headed back in a few weeks, I'm hooked! Who knew that this artless girl could be so...artsy? Potters House most certainly had my number- ADORE, LOVE, REVISIT.

You can get all your pirate Gasparilla gear here! This was…read moremy first time visiting since we were in the strip mall and wow, I never knew this place existed! They do custom costume fittings and inside you can find all kinds of clothing, jewelry, and more. Honestly, I was amazed with how much they had. They even had stuff for the kids to get all dressed up and even little light up toys. Super cool spot.

Where to I begin? Every time I stop in this store, I find exactly what I need! Thank you Anne and…read moreStaci!! You both are the queens of Gasparilla gear and merch! I used to get my beads and pins here years ago when I was in a krewe and I have been a customer ever since. I always find the perfect birthday gifts and during Gasparilla season all the unique pirate and skull options for great hostess gifts too! I love all the goodies I purchased yesterday to make a Gasparilla wine basket for my friend. It wouldn't be complete without all the fabulous stuff from the store! Thank you so much! See you next time!

A truly special studio for creating pottery and relaxing. This locally owned and operated gem is…read morealways a fun experience for all whether you're new to the pottery wheel or not. Johnny has been our instructor on more than one occasion and he's always so thoughtful with his instructions and so patient with everyone, It's always easy to reserve a wheel via text or phone call, which is recommended on busy weekends and evenings, but you can also drop in. There are several wheels in the studio and tables for adding the finishing touches like handles or other accents. You'll photograph your piece to locate it after it's been fired then return about a month later to glaze your piece. Make sure to paint three layers or the color will be super faint. A month after that you'll return to pick up your masterpiece and become hooked like me.

I had a great time during one of the pottery wheel classes at Drip. The owner Johnny was very…read moreknowledgeable and helpful in helping us get the most out of our pottery class. He gave us great techniques and tricks on making what we wanted. The first session is for you to make your own vessel and the next session in 30 days will be painting. If you're not local you can paint some of the pre-made items. As being local is better for the pottery wheel because it takes time to dry. Pottery making is a skill and is so relaxing if you have patience and a vision.

Absolutely stunning craftsmanship and artistry. Joe is a perfectionist who goes the extra mile to…read morebe sure he creates the art from your vision. If you want custom glass art for your home, I highly recommend this company and owner, Joe.

Five Stars! Joe was fantastic to work with! Gave me a very reasonable quote for a large stained…read moreglass window in our home. The glass looks incredible as a centerpiece in our dining room and adds unique beauty to our home. The installation was very professional. A great experience all through the process! We couldn't be more happy. Thanks Joe!

We didn't have any real plans for the day--but I had been wanting to visit ArtsiPhartsi for so…read morelong. I finally decided to go, and it felt like exactly where we were meant to be. We were first greeted by the kindness of her staff-warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming from the moment we walked in. And then owner Carmen Barkett came to greet us in the gallery, and the space shifted in the most beautiful way. Carmen is deeply in tune with her passion and her joy, and just as intentional about making sure people feel truly good in her presence. She spent time with us walking through the gallery, sharing unique and wonderful stories about the art the artists and her journey-how she procured both buildings, stepped away for ten years, and found her way back to reopen ArtsiPhartsi. It was inspiring in a quiet, meaningful way. This past year has been challenging for me, and I didn't realize how much I needed to be in the presence of someone like Carmen until I was. After the gallery, we sat together in her whimsical garden and simply talked. No agenda. Just conversation, connection, and a sense of calm I didn't know I was missing. ArtsiPhartsi is not just an art gallery or a gift shop--it's something far more special- a true destination a respite from the crazy world around us. The art is beautiful, the gifts are wonderful, but the greatest gift of all was the cherished time spent with Carmen. She is authentic, beautiful, warm, loving, inspirational, and truly one of a kind. If you're in Tampa, you MUST visit this very special place! Don't let it slip by- you will thank me and Carmen!

I took a trip to Artsi Phartsi today in search of a birthday gift & I'm happy to have stopped by!!…read moreCarmen (the owner) was such a joy to meet and was delighted to give me a tour of the scene. **(Please review videos/photos) I came in expecting to see paintings but was enamored by the multitude of eclectic pieces she had on display. There were the threaded canvases, (much like paintings) sculptures, ceramics, stained glass, holiday cards, Christmas ornaments, decorative book shelf memorabilia, furniture, jewelry & a host of other rare finds from artists across the globe. What's great about this boutique is that you can find that eccentric item to purchase or schedule an appointment to present your artifice for discussion of selling. Pay them a visit & I'm sure you'll leave with more than a few items curated just for you. **High, moderate to low end Hours: Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm

My friends and I had such a great time! They have so many cute pieces to choose from to decorate…read more(like way more than other pottery places I've been) and after getting our colors of choice, let us refill our own as we needed. Because I live out of state, they also let me ship it to myself (it does cost like $30 but worth it for me). SO FUN!

What a fun time here at Color Me Mine. We decided to add this to one of the things to do on my…read morefriend's bachelorette and we had a great time. I will say it's not the cheapest activity to do since they charge for the item and a studio fee so expect to pay around $35 if you choose something to paint on the cheaper end. We had a great time nonetheless! It was also tough to find parking since the parking garages were full we had to park in a further one so expect that if you go on the weekend like we did. Would definitely go back!

The owners of this shop were so kind, knowledgeable, and talented. They worked on many of the…read morebeautiful pieces in the store and did a wonderful job keeping the history of each piece. I will most definitely be back!!!!! So happy with this find!

Visited the store yesterday. It looks like a huge random collection of things covered with dust and…read morelocated in a stuffy hot barn. The first impression was like it was a kind of land fill , but in fact there is a lot of furniture in a pretty good condition and some sets of china looking not too shabby. The place is hard to walk around because of the chaotically placed items. Pricing seems weird - a tray with floral magnets for $10 (!!!) a piece or $17 for 2. Didn't ask about prices for the furniture though. The ladies mentioned in previous reviews are not there and the store is definitely in decline and disarray. But if you have time and energy and pick a cooler day, you may be able to find really nice things.

Very new to needlepoint! I love a hobby and learning so this felt perfect. I've done cross stitch…read moreand I knit so I'm familiar with fiber arts and crafts. The store does unfortunately have limited hours during the week if you work a regular 8-4. Thursdays they are open till 7 and have limited space for you to work on your project and socialize and request assistance. I came in not knowing exactly what I wanted or needed. Terry was fantastic! Very knowledgeable, encouraging, and patient. I bought a canvas and "kit" it (I think is the phrase). Basically I paired DMC floss to match the design on the canvas. Also, bought a cute little needle minder cause I couldn't resist! Started working on my project and so far it's going well! Would like to make this a permanent new hobby so fingers crossed it goes well!

They could be open- that would have improved the review. Must have been closed the whole week from…read moreXmas to Jan 3rd. Nothing on voicemail or website. Left message and drove30 minutes for presents. Nothing on the door. Just closed.

I thoroughly enjoyed my time at the sushi making class with Chef Stephen. He made the class very…read moreinteractive and fun to learn. I appreciated that this class was small and intimate. You can tell Chef has a passion for this because he made sure we all knew what we were doing, we could ask as many questions as we liked and he even provided me some short cuts on how to prepare certain things. He has a Gnocchi class coming up and I'm looking into signing up for that. I would highly recommend him.

I recommend the class I booked because of the chefs their interaction and the great experience I…read morehad. I find the website challenging and the knowledge of the people on the phone very minimal.