Open daily 10am–6pm · Walk-ins welcome!
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Pottery · Plaster · Candles · Canvas · More

Pottery painting & more
in Wellesley.

Choose from 1,000+ projects for kids, teens and adults. Pay the marked price of your project—supplies are included, with no studio fee or separate pottery glazing or firing charge.

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A little time for you.

Adults, teens and kids can walk in or reserve a table, daily 10am–6pm. Come on your own, with friends or as a family. Choose your activity when you arrive and pay per project—no group package needed.

Painted ceramic mugs, cups and plates

Pottery painting

Pickup in about 1 week

Choose a mug, bowl, plate, bank or seasonal piece and paint it your way. We’ll glaze and fire it for you. Fired pottery is food-safe.

Glazing & firing included.
Pay the marked project price.

Shelves of plaster animals, characters and shapes to choose fromMore plaster figures and shapes on the studio shelves

Plaster painting

A studio favorite with a huge selection of shapes. Paint it your way and take it home the same day. Prices are marked on each project.

A handmade candle decorated with colorful wax letters

Make a candle

Take home today

Build a candle with your choice of colors, toppings and scent.

Colorful painted monogram canvases

Canvas painting

Start with a blank canvas and make your own colorful artwork. A relaxed creative choice for every age. Take it home the same day.

The gem-mining sluice at The Painting Place

Gem mining & slime

Slime and gem mining without a box are quicker add-on activities. Add a little mixing, stretching or treasure hunting to your main project! Both go home the same day.

A closer view of the gem-mining sluice and wooden sifting trays
Example of a gold chain bracelet with playful charms

Charm bar

Take home today

Create a bracelet that feels like you. Pick from our charm selection and add a little personality.

Colorfully painted ceramic mugs, cups and plates on a studio table
Holiday creativity

A little handmade joy.

Paint an ornament for your tree, a gift or a new tradition.

Walk-in menu · Choose your kind of fun

A little creativity.

Choose a main project, then add extra fun! Slime and gem mining without a box are quicker add-on activities. No studio fee. Supplies and help getting started are included; pottery glazing and firing are included too.

Walk-in activity prices
ActivityPriceTake it home
Pottery painting
Food-safe items after glazing & firing		Starting at $24.99
Small add-ons & ornaments start at $12.99.		After firing · approximately 1 week
Plaster figuresStarting at $22.99Same day
Candle makingStarting at $29.99Same day
Canvas paintingStarting at $29.99Same day
Gem mining · without a box
Quicker add-on activity		$12.99 per bagSame day
Gem mining & paint a box$24.99Same day
Slime making
Quicker add-on activity		$12.99Same day
Make your own squishy dumpling$16.99Same day
Charm jewelryStarting at $24.99Same day

Pottery, plaster and canvas prices vary by project; prices are marked on each piece. Candle prices vary by base. Charm jewelry choices include a bracelet, necklace or bag chain.

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More creative fun

Walk-in plaster combos

Choose a select plaster project, then add another activity. Supplies included. Take everything home the same day!

Plaster combo packages
PackageIncludesPrice
Plaster + Slime or Gem MiningOne select plaster project + your choice of slime making or gem mining without a box$39.98
Plaster + a Squishy DumplingOne select plaster project + make your own squishy dumpling$42.99

Walk-ins welcome—choose your combo in the studio. No studio fee.

From shelf to something special

Your creative afternoon,
in four easy steps.

Everyone can choose their own activity. Our team helps you get started.

01
Walk in or reserve

Small groups can simply stop by.

02
Pick your project

Find your favorite on our shelves.

03
Make it yours

Choose colors. Create. Have fun.

04
Take it home

Same day for many activities; pottery after firing.

For groups over 6, reserving a table is recommended. For reservations of more than 15 people, please call 781-235-0400 or email us.

Ready to make something?

Open 7 days, 10am–6pm.
380 Washington St., Wellesley
Free parking · GPS: 11 Laurel Ave.

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