~ A PERFECT DATE NIGHT WITH THE BESTIES, PARTNER, OR SOLO! ~ I've been wanting to take a pottery class for the longest time, and I finally planned a date night with my husband. I found Clay Parlor, and we had the absolute best time! We signed up for a one-day "Sip & Spin" class, where you can bring your own beverage (BYOB) and experience a 2-hour pottery wheel session. It's an introductory class, so everyone is welcome, at all levels, and no experience is needed. Walking in, the inside of the studio felt very magical. It has an intimate, cozy feel, and you're surrounded by art pieces that inspire. The atmosphere is really grounding. When we arrived, the class was full with two other couples ready to start. Bella, our instructor, was fantastic--so supportive, funny, and relaxed. As she walked us through everything, she encouraged us to open our drinks and get the party started. Her instructions were clear, and she reminded us that it's all about having a good time, to be unserious, and reminded us to take a sip whenever we got too focused. After we cleaned up as a group, Bella guided us in choosing our glazes and let us know that she would fire the pieces for us. About 3-4 weeks later, we got a notification that our artwork was ready for pickup, and we were so happy at how they came out! Overall, it was an amazing experience. While it was a bit pricey for our usual date night, I would do it again in a heartbeat (and so would my husband - woohoo)! *HOT TIP: Their Friday "Sip & Spin" fills up fast, so be sure to check their calendar and plan ahead. **HOTTER TIP: Bring cups (that you don't mind getting a little dirty) for your beverages and any necessary wine/bottle opener. read more