Mommy/Daughter Date at Paint, Glaze & Fire
My girls love to create their very own works of art - and they especially enjoy it when they create something to keep (you know - more special than coloring books and construction paper). We make it a habit to take our girls out for one-on-one time with each parent from time to time, and as it was time for a Mother Daughter Date with Kayla, my 5 year old and future artist - she asked for a trip to Paint, Glaze, and Fire, a favorite paint-your-own pottery shop. We opted to visit "just for fun" but it's a great place to make gifts for Mother's Day, Father's Day, Birthdays, and Holidays. It's also a great way to decorate kids' rooms or the house with your own one-of-a-kind signature style - while spending time together.
Paint, Glaze & Fire
12683 Metcalf AvenueOverland Park, KS 66213-1317913.661.CLAY(2529)STORE HOURS: Tuesday-Friday, 10 AM-8 PM Saturday, 9 AM-6 PM Sunday, Noon - 5 PM
Fees:
The per person (not per piece) studio fee covers the paint, glaze, firing and all supplies and tools. It is a flat fee per person (NOT per piece painted). In other words, you can paint as many pieces as your want for one studio fee. Adult Studio Fee is $8.00, Child Studio Fee (18 & younger) is $6.00. Be sure to check the calendar for daily studio fee specials. Pottery prices range from $5 to $50+ .... however, the average piece usually falls in the $10 - $25 range. Bring our 20% OFF at Paint, Glaze & Fire Coupon with you!
How It Works:
Have you driven past a Paint Your Pottery Shop and thought, that sounds like fun but I'm not sure exactly how it works? No worries! You're not alone. In fact, the team is there to help you select pieces, colors, and brainstorm. They know how to get you started from the simplest project to something more detailed.
First, you select a piece of pottery to paint. This may range from a mug, plate or dish, to a ceramic figurine or ornament. They offer a range of projects from small to large. You'll see samples and books throughout the store to help inspire ideas and techniques. Then, you will select your paint colors. A team member will explain the process for the best effect or help with techniques if needed. Then you are left to paint your project while enjoying a smoothie or coffee. Once complete, it will take about a week for the piece to be fired and prepared for you. You will have to come back to pick it up.
Anyone can paint! My toddlers have painted mugs for Father's Day, the older girls have chosen more detailed projects, I have painted gifts, and we have used footprint project ideas to create family presents. It is a great way to enjoy some creativity over the summer and you're making something that lasts!
Our completed projects:
Tips:
- Bring our 20% OFF at Paint, Glaze & Fire Coupon with you!
- Bring the camera - it's fun to capture photos of the kids painting their own creations!
- Check their Calendar for upcoming events... including Paint-Me-A-Story when kids paint ceramics to go along with popular children's books, and special offers and discounts.
- Plan to spend a few hours... selecting the piece, painting it carefully - this takes time.
- Dress to paint.
- Know that it takes about a week after pieces are painted before they are ready to pick up - plan accordingly if you're making a gift.
- Stop for ice cream before or after! We visited Glace Artisan Ice Cream after our most recent pottery date!