Virginia Beach offers its visitors a variety of unique crafty activities to enjoy, from creating an air plant terrarium or succulent at PlantHouse VB to sipping and painting a masterpiece with friends or family at Muse Paintbar, or customizing a handmade mermaid or dolphin souvenir at The Mermaid Factory in Norfolk. No matter what interests you; you’ll find the perfect activity to show off your creative side in Virginia Beach.
Unleash Your Inner Artist at PlantHouse VB
From finding the perfect souvenir to unleashing your inner artist, Virginia Beach offers plenty of ways to get crafty. PlantHouse VB is a great choice for plant lovers who want to create their own air plant or succulent terrarium. No appointment is necessary and prices include plants, filler, accents, and more. With knowledgeable staff always available to guide you through your design and help with general plant care, PlantHouse also provides classes so you can build your masterpiece alongside an instructor.
Unleash Your Inner Artist at Muse Paintbar
Bring out your artistic side at Town Center of Virginia Beach's Muse Paintbar where you can sip and paint your way to a masterpiece. Whether it be a night out with friends or a family-friendly event, Muse has something for everyone. Their extensive menu of drinks and finger foods will keep you fueled throughout the evening. With painting events 7 days a week, Muse is sure to have the perfect theme for you. Check out their events calendar to plan your next creative adventure!
Create Your Art Souvenir
The Mermaid Factory, located in nearby Norfolk, is a unique and exciting experience for the whole family. Visitors can create their art souvenirs, starting with a blank mermaid or dolphin sculpture and selecting from a variety of paints, materials, and decorations to customize it. All of the sculptures are handmade in Coastal Virginia using a durable casting plaster that responds well to non-toxic acrylic paint and other decorations. It's a great way to take home a personalized reminder of your trip!
Explore Your Creative Side at Paper Source
Paper Source at Town Center is the destination for creativity and handmade crafts. With a wide selection of papers, rubber stamps, cards, and gifts, customers can explore their creative side through regular in-store demonstrations or monthly workshops. July workshops include Hand Lettering Hacks, Watercolor, and Creative Container Workshops -- providing an opportunity to perfect techniques and leave with something special. Paper Source's Instagram account (@papersource_virginiabeach) offers further inspiration and motivation to create something remarkable.
Become a Chocolatier for the Day!
The Royal Chocolate proudly invites all chocolate lovers, from ages 6 to adult, to become a chocolatier for the day. On the first Saturday of every month, they host an exciting event that allows participants to design and create their chocolate bar. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., patrons will have the opportunity to fill their mold with the toppings of their choice, before decorating the wrapping box. This delightful experience is guaranteed to be an unforgettable one.
Unleash Your Creativity with AR Workshop Virginia Beach
AR Workshop Virginia Beach is an amazing boutique DIY that allows participants to make delightful home decor pieces from raw materials. From custom wood signs to canvas pillows, centerpiece boxes, and tote bags, the possibilities are endless. The instructor-led workshops provide a great opportunity to have fun with friends while creating unique pieces. Visit the website to book a workshop and get creative today!
Virginia Beach is full of unique activities sure to cater to any creative spirit. With PlantHouse VB perfect for plant lovers, Muse PaintBar offering an exciting setting for nights out with friends, and The Mermaid Factory for personalized creations, Virginia Beach provides visitors an unforgettable experience of getting crafty and creating fun memories that will last a lifetime!
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