Glazed is such a gem! The staff are super helpful with tips and tricks, you really feel like you…read morecan create your wildest ideas. The space is huge, perfect for large gatherings or parties, and the selection is incredible, from decorative pieces to kitchenware and cute tchotchkes. I'm obsessed with my little duck and would definitely recommend for a fun outing.

Had the absolute best time and experience! Staff were helpful in explaining what to do, and made…read moresure to mention to not feel bad asking them questions. We came with a big group of 10 which we reserved the table, a few of us have never painted pottery before. Glazed had an abundance of options from plates to pet bowls, spoon rests, margarita glasses, holiday options, vases, you name it they have it! For beginners like me they also have stencils that one can use. Can't wait to pick up my finished piece!

Spiral Arts is a great space! I've taken multiple classes here including their Try It Night, Intro…read moreto Wheel Throwing, and Surface Design. All have been with knowledgeable instructors, and there are options for all skill levels. I'm also a member. Membership offers 24/7 access to the space, which contains wheels, a slab roller, and a wide variety of other pottery tools. Very frequent firings so you never have to wait too long for your pieces. It's also a great community. Staff and other members are always friendly and willing to help you talk ideas out or troubleshoot something.

From the owner: Ceramic studio in downtown Willimantic. Pottery classes, workshops, gift shop, and 24/7 studio…read moreaccess for members.

Tried again, much better coffee…read more This place had a very awesome breakfast sandwich, and wanted to try them again. Opted for the blueberry pancake cold brew, along with a piece of banana bread and an egg sandwich with turkey. Food was delivered outside, and I took my pics. The breakfast sandwich is delightful. Everything is seasoned, punchy, and plentiful. The bread was grilled on a panini griddle, but didn't toast. So there wasn't a lot of contrast in textures. But the egg was fluffy, had a cheese skirt, garlic aoli is strong, and the bread is baked fresh. The cold brew was strong, but the cold foam on top mellowed the coffee out and gave it a nice blueberry and yeasty sip. Very similar to a blueberry pancake which the drink is named for. Good but leaned heavy on the cold foam. Banana bread was a bit gummy. Too much banana and not enough flour nor sugar. Not bad, but the weakest bite of them all. Price was high, at about 24 for the 3 items. The quality is worth the price point, and it's a great but somewhat limited breakfast spot for the area. If you want an avocado toast, breakfast sandwich with actual flavor, and wicked strong coffee, then this place does it well. Baked goods can be a bit random in quality, but the savory fare is great

I have lived in Manchester for a very long time, yet this is my first time visiting The Firestone…read more I don't know what took me so long to try this place. It's a painting, an arts and craft, a bakery, and a coffee shop. Great place for friends to get together and spend quality time, with great refreshment. They make their own bread, Cheddar scallion scones, chocolate chip cookies, sandwiches, and many other items. My favorites are the different coffees and teas. The staff is very pleasant and helpful, both with the food service and the arts. What a gem to have on Main Street.

It's so cute in here! I stopped in with my friends to see about doing some pottery or glazing and…read morethey are just absolutely nice and helpful in answering questions. It's light and airy and adorable in here. I can't wait to come back and glaze some things, I have my eye on the fairy houses and mermaid box for sure!

Great place to come and paint pottery. I've also learned how to use the throwing wheel to throw…read morepottery here!

Really enjoyed my time here with one of my girl friends. Thankfully got a $25 Groupon which made it…read morea great deal. The regular price for the lessons, canvas, paint, and apron is $35. Our instructor was very good and gave great tips. We went during school vacation though and most of the room was filled with 8 to 14 year old girls (at least 12 of them) and one particularly large group of young girls that made it hard to follow the instructions because they were quite chatty and loud. I understand it's a social event, especially chatting while painting but I wish they quieted down or whispered during the instructions. I look forward to coming back but hopefully on a night with a more respectful group. Thr chairs were a little uncomfortable but I loved that we could bring food. I took full advantage of it and brought a pasta dish that they allowed me to heat up in their office microwave. Also brought some dessert. It was great! Makes it less expensive night than Paint Nite (which I've also attended). You can't bring a drink in though because they have a liquor license. However my friend brought in her Dunkin Donuts drink and they didn't say anything. Drinks aren't cheap but not crazy overpriced either. They sell beer, wine, and soft drinks. They also sell snacks like chips. They were also very accommodating about changing our reservations last minute. Parking and entrance is on the side of the building and plentiful. There is no entrance on the street facing side. Looking forward to coming back. My husband said "I ACTUALLY like this painting" and had me find a place for it right away, so I'd say the evening at Brush it Off was a success!

This place was awesome. David was an excellent teacher and after this experience i now want to try…read moremore classes, it was so fun.

Amazing night here! My friends bought us the glassworking class as a birthday surprise for me and…read moreit was so much fun. The instructor was incredibly nice and patient, and we learned a lot in a short amount of time. I wish the plates we made didn't have to spend so much time in the kiln, and I can't wait til we can pick them up! I would highly recommend going and doing a class there. It's a nice night away from phones or Netflix and just allows you to tap into your creative side. Definitely will be coming back for more classes in the future.

I love this place. Every time Adam asks me if we can go up to Westerly, the only condition is if I…read morecan go to Get Fired Up at least once. The prices are super reasonable, the items are high quality, and the paint selection is fantastic. The staff are incredibly friendly, which is a big selling point for me. I am the antithesis of artistic, and it helps that the staff lend themselves to customers to give suggestions that are easy and impressive.

Such an amazing and cute experience! Definitely a great idea for couples, families with kids, or…read morelarge groups of people. There are so many different pieces to select from and there is an even greater amount of colors to choose from to decorate your piece! I personally choose to glaze on of the pre made creations but there are other options such as a making your own pottery, candle making, and glass art! Seating is first come first serve and to my knowledge there is no time limit to how long you can stay and paint! I would definitely recommend!

What a fun time we had. This was great family fun time. Essentially, we called ahead of time to…read moremake a reservation so we could all be seared. We were a party of 9. Immediately, we were seated and they gave us our instructions. We selected a piece of pottery we wanted to paint. My wife and I chose bowls, then we were given a selection of paint colors to paint our bowls. After a few coats of paints, our job was done. We then proceeded to pay and in about a week we will pick up our works. It was a real fun time. The staff were very helpful. Everything was well organized and fun. Everyone had a blast. Apparently they also had candle making along with some glass design/decorating.

It was my first time doing pottery and I had an amazing experience. We signed up to make bowls…read morebecause why not make something functional for your everyday life. The instructor was very patient and had a lot of knowledge. They made sure that you were happy with your art piece. Along with make an art piece, you also learn tip and trick on the pottery wheel. Can't wait to see the finish product in a couple of weeks.

I've been to this studio to either take a class or paint pottery a few times so far and every time…read moreI've been it has been an amazing experience! Both the sculpting and wheel-throwing workshops have talented and patient instructors who will help you to make the pottery masterpiece of your dreams. This place isn't just for kids - I've been with groups of all adults and had a great time (also keep in mind it's BYOB). I definitely recommend stopping by!

It was fun! A little more expensive than expected, $26 ish just for a small statue but whatever, it…read morewas about the experience. The reason I say it was only ok is because no one really spoke to us. We walked in and we had to go up and ask someone what to do, even though we were the only people in the studio. And then that was kind of the last time anyone spoke to us. Check ins or seeing if we had any questions would have been nice. Lots of choices and paint colors. They texted us earlier than expected to pick up, originally they said 2 weeks but it was only one which is great because 2 seemed long. Overall it was fun, but I had been years ago and it was more friendly and the artist helped us and gave feedback etc but this time it was more on your own and I had kids with me so I would have appreciated more interactions.

Super cute place.. been here a handful of times over the years.. great variety of items to choose…read morefrom - they also offer classes, birthday parties and private events - you can call ahead and reserve seats if you want but don't have to (but it does get pretty busy in there)

We went there on a rainy day for something to do. They were very friendly and helpful. They have…read moregreat choices that are reasonably priced. The paints and the brushes are all included too. They had our Pieces glazed and ready to go and looking better then we expected. Overall I definitely recommend them.

Create Color is such a fun place for a rainy day or any time you are feeling artistic! However-- no…read moreart skills are needed! I've visited here three times- I have done two paint your own pieces and did a glass night light class. The staff are extremely helpful and are more than willing to discuss techniques or give their opinion on your approach. They are very quick in getting your pieces fired and ready to go home, as well! Their Facebook page is frequently updated with events and any promotions, so definitely check it out. You won't be disappointed with your piece- great for yourself or a gift! This is a fun date place or fun for a gathering of friends. Totally judgment free! Try them out!!