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1/29/21 - By Ally Noel

Nothing cures cabin fever quite like a little creative release, but the dried-up clay and construction paper laying around most of our houses can get a little old (literally). So we have searched the entire Nutmeg State to find our favorite places to get our craft on! With pottery painting, glass fusing, canvas painting, and more, these craft studios in Connecticut offer a mix of drop-in times, reservation slots, and even takeout options that allow you to bring a fresh kit of crafting materials home. 

If you're planning an impromptu crafternoon or playdate at home, there's plenty of creative inspiration to be found in our list of 100 crafts for kids.

2021 update: These craft studios have taken measures to enforce mask wearing and social distancing. Call ahead to better understand specific protocols, which vary by business.

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Hands on Pottery. Photo by Ally Noel
Hands on Pottery. Photo by Ally Noel

Pottery Studios in Connecticut

The Claypen

West Hartford
The Claypen is a quaint pottery and DIY art studio located in the heart of West Hartford. Youngsters can paint a piece of pottery or build with clay, get a little messy, have social time, and receive basic instruction in these mommy-and-me style classes. READ MORE

The Pottery Factory

Brookfield
The Pottery Factory is where you can spend a few hours of creative fun in a warm, cozy environment. Choose from a variety of walk in activities such as  paint your own pottery, candle making, glass fusing, and soap making.  READ MORE

Hands on Pottery

Wilton, Fairfield, and Shelton
Hands on Pottery is a paint-your-own pottery studio. Voted Best Kids Party by Moffly Media, kids who have their birthday at HOP can host up to 16 guests for 1.5 hours and will enjoy painting a piece of pottery together and celebrating a special day.Bring your own food and drinks. READ MORE

Fired Up!

Branford
Fired Up! is a paint-your-own-pottery studio offering both in-studio and at-home options. All ages and abilities are welcome to come and create something beautiful.  READ MORE

Painting Studios in Connecticut

Catalyst Art Studio

Wallingford
In addition to in-studio classes and parties, Catalyst Art Studio is currently offering Art Kits to Go. All the paint kits come with paints and a pre-drawn canvas. and most offer a video tutorial.  READ MORE

Art Studio of Connecticut

Southington
Art Studio of Connecticut offers painting classes for kids of all ages. Right now they are also offering to-go paint kids starting at just $12.  READ MORE
Sewing trims to inspire at Make Modern. Photo by Ally Noel
Sewing trims to inspire at Make Modern. Photo by Ally Noel

Arts & Craft Studios in Connecticut

The Little Green Tambourine

Canton
The Little Green Tambourine is a healthy-living, creative arts studio for kids ages birth through age 12. TLGT offers camps, classes, and other enrichment programs. READ MORE

Make-Modern

Darien
Make-Modern offers birthday parties for children beginning at the age of 5 (turning 5). For groups of up to 22 children.Make-Modern will provide the paper goods and party soundtrack!. Parties are available Friday evenings, Saturday and Sunday. Download the birthday guide on their website. READ MORE

Best Time Ever

Stamford
The Best Time Ever provides both an Art Studio and playscape to allow kids of all ages to be creative and active in a fun environment. Birthday parties are also creative and kids can choose from Slime Party, Plaster Projects or Baubles & Bling. Parties are for kids 4 and up and are held in-studio.  READ MORE

The Golden Button

Woodbury
The Golden Button is a art & craft studio that offers classes, workshops, virtual paint parties, and virtual homeschool art. They are currently offering art kits for pick-up only.  READ MORE

Create Escape

Danbury
Drop into Create Escape and try your hand at the fused glass, canvas painting, mosaics, and pottery painting. Wheel throwing and hand-building pottery is available through reservation only.  READ MORE

The Firestone

West Hartford
The Firestone is a unique art studio and cafe that offers drop-in pottery painting, board art, canvas painting, and more. They also offer a wide variety of contactless curbside pick-up so you can craft from the comfort of your home.  READ MORE

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About the Author

Ally Noel
Ally Noel has lived in Connecticut for over two decades. Before becoming a parent, she worked as an Educational Technology Specialist, helping schools and teachers integrate technology into learning. Now, she’s all about discovering the best family-friendly adventures, activities, and hidden gems. Share your tips, questions, or just say hi at ally@mommypoppins.com, and follow along for family fun at @mommypoppinsct.
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