DIY Entertainment: 5 Places to Make Your Own Art in Orlando
Sometimes the best memories come with a tangible souvenir.
If you’re looking for an entertaining way to make new memories and flex your creative skills, a crafty workshop or class could be the perfect thing to add to your itinerary.
These DIY experiences in Orlando aren’t your basic art classes. Whether you’re painting pottery, glass blowing, or tufting your own rug, you can create a finished product that is truly marvelous and insta-worthy.
If you’re looking for a fun family activity, date night, or night out with friends, here are the 5 Best Places to Make Your Own Art in Orlando.
All Fired Up
Painting your own pottery is the perfect way to spend time with friends and family (or enjoy a little alone time) and have a beautiful piece of custom artwork to take home.
At All Fired Up in Winter Park and Waterford Lakes, you can turn a blank ceramic canvas into a masterpiece.
Choose from a variety of pottery pieces like serving ware, home decor, figurines, planters, and more. Pricing is based on which piece you select.
Then, the world is your oyster! Pick your paint colors and take your time bringing your artwork to life.
The skilled employees can also demonstrate fun techniques and special tools to add unique effects to your piece.
Once you’ve finished, you’ll leave your beautiful creation behind to be fired in the kiln. When you return to pick it up four days later, it will have a beautiful glossy finish and vibrant colors.
With unlimited painting time, you go at your own pace, enjoy light snacks and beverages, and enjoy quality time with your party.
Abstract Orlando
If you’re someone who likes to take a less structured approach to your artwork, check out Abstract Orlando’s fluid art classes.
Begin by choosing an object to paint, like a lazy Susan, canvas, charcuterie board, or a figurine.
Then, select your unique color palette and pour it onto your item. To take your piece to the next level, use air tools to gently push and move the liquid paint, creating beautiful movement and designs.
Webbing, bubbles, waves, and other unique textural elements give each piece a totally unique appearance. Add elements like seashells, sand, gold leafing, and glitter for $5 extra.
Along the way, you’ll receive personalized one-on-one assistance so you can master new techniques and create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
When your class has finished, you’ll leave your artwork at the studio to receive a fresh coat of resin. This gives your piece an even gloss and protects it from cracking, chipping or fading. Pick it up a week later or opt to have it delivered or shipped to you for a reasonable fee.
They also offer an “Expedite” option for a small fee so you can pick up your piece in only 72 hours if you’re in a time crunch.
While outside food and drink is not permitted, you can purchase beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee, and tea from the studio while you’re painting.
Rugged Perspective
Rugged Perspective has harnessed the viral power of rug tufting and created a unique studio in the quirky and artistic neighborhood of the Milk District.
You can create your own unique rug over the span of a three- to four-hour workshop. When you book your session, you’ll upload an image you’d like as your design. Whether it’s a simple image of a pet, cartoon character, or an illustration, you have control over what your rug will look like.
When you arrive for your workshop, your design will be ready and waiting for you. You’ll learn how to prep a frame, use a tufting gun, and create your own small, fluffy rug.
Depending on the timing of your workshop, you may be able to add the backing and trim your rug. For weekday evening workshops, the studio will handle the final touches for you, and you can pick up your finished rug a few days later.
Drinks and snacks are provided for every workshop, so you can sip and nosh while you create.
Keep your eyes on the Rugged Perspective calendar for special events, like a Couples Tuft Sesh where you can snuggle up with your sweetie for a romantic date night of crafting.
Florida Glass House
Glass blowing is a unique skill that artists spend years learning and perfecting. Here in Orlando, you can try it with a single class at Florida Glass House.
Whether you’re interested in glass blowing, stained glass, or glass fusing, you can learn the basics and create your own art at this unique shop.
At Florida Glass House, located in the heart of Orlando’s trendy Mills 50 district, the class sizes are small. While designed for groups of up to four guests, larger groups can be accommodated upon request.
In introductory workshops, you can create beautiful gem-like glass flowers and ornaments or challenge yourself with something a little more intensive.
They also offer a Date Night workshop with an intimate, private setting where you and your sweetheart can try something truly unique together.
Once Upon a Creation
Once Upon a Creation is a charming event space in Clermont, Florida, that hosts frequent crafty workshops throughout the year.
When they’re not throwing epic birthday parties and Pinterest-worthy celebrations, you’ll find their team putting together clever and creative workshops like a Couples Night Out charcuterie board class or Cozy Christmas Cookie Decorating.
Some of their recent crafty workshops have included painting seasonal doormats, making fall-inspired drink dispensers, ornament making with Santa, and more.
Once Upon a Creation has workshops for adults and for kids, so everyone can have an opportunity to create something special.
Keep an eye on their website to see what exciting new workshops have been added to the calendar for upcoming months.
Find Inspiration at Rosen Inn International
Rosen Inn International is central to all the best art classes in Orlando.
When you’re not painting, making stained glass, or crafting unique home decor, you can find plenty of inspiration in our beautiful gardens, spacious hotel rooms, and our seasonally heated pool.
Check out the other amenities you can look forward to using on your next stay at Rosen Inn International.
