We didn’t get to do it as often as we would have liked, in fact exactly 8 times, since I painted a bowl to add to my collection each time we visited. It has to be said that this isn’t the cheapest activity on the planet, especially with several kids.
You can always take a little glaze with you and finish at home before you take it back to be fired. But hey, everyone is different and it’s likely that you won’t be able to finish completely. It’s amazing to see how much more invested little ones are when you paint with them. Sasha ADORED pottery painting, as many kids do, so it was a win-win situation for both of us. At the pottery painting cafe you get to chose from a variety of different plain ceramic objects, such as plates, mugs or figurines which are then decorated using the glazes and utensils supplied. So when I felt I needed a focussed 30 min during a busy day looking after a little one I steered us down to a ‘Pottery Painting Cafe’ as it’s called in the UK or Ceramic Painting here in the US (‘Color Me Mine’ is a well known chain). The focus the activity demands calms down my nervous system, keeps my mind from running wild and allows me to be present in the moment. As an introvert I need this time to recharge my batteries. For me, making and creating is not just a pleasurable past time, it’s absolutely necessary to keep myself on an even keel physically and mentally.
While there isn’t a changing table, the restroom is large enough to change a diaper on the floor if you had to – and sometimes you do.When Sasha was little I didn’t get as much time as I would have liked to, to indulge in a beautiful little project for myself. The bright green door at the back of the studio leads you to a single restroom. We’ve painted pottery at other studios in the past, however my almost 5-year-old was really into it this time! I think it’s something you can do with younger kids, however shorter attention spans may not allow you to relax and paint your own pottery piece. We can’t wait to pick up our masterpieces, the firing process takes 7-10 days so don’t expect to walk away with your piece that day (a good thing to discuss with your little ones ahead of time). Guests can select their paint colors before Color Me Mine takes care of the firing. Parent pro-tip: The glazing process takes time, we were there for about an hour from start to finish so set aside time accordingly. She chose purple and blue for her penguin and gave it an abstract makeover! I’d say the grown-ups enjoyed it too! I painted a lemon pattern on my mug and it was so nice to sit together and relax while getting to create. My daughter said she loved this part of our experience the most. You’ll want to make sure you get at least three good coats of glaze on your pieces so your colors show up when the pottery is fired in the kiln. Color Me Mine has so many fabulous options to choose from! The staff pours the glaze and labels your tray with the color numbers, this way you won’t forget your colors when you go back for refills. We made our selections and then came the tough part- deciding what colors to use. If you find yourself with a lack of inspiration, there are design tools, paint techniques, and super talented staff to help! Guests have a variety of options to choose from when selecting their piece to paint. They have multiple options to glaze, ranging from tableware, platters, and vases to figurines, piggy banks, and dog bowls. I chose a coffee mug, my fiancé selected a bowl to use for his keys, and my kiddo decided to paint a super cute penguin for her room. A studio fee of $10 for adults and $6 for kids cover your supplies and the firing process. These pieces range in price from $14-$45 depending on what you choose. No reservations are needed at Color Me Mine, just walk right in! Upon arrival, we were greeted by the friendly staff and told to select our pottery bisque to glaze. For instance, Color Me Mine- a paint your own pottery studio is a fantastic place to get your creative juices flowing! Our family stopped by recently for a fun afternoon getting in touch with our artsy side! What to Expect at Color Me Mine Have you checked out MidCity District recently? There are so many things to do out there and it’s more than golf and rock climbing! We love exploring all the new businesses coming to the district. Tutors & Tutoring Services in Huntsville.
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