Pick Your DIY Art Project
Looking for inspiration for your next creative project or just need a fun break with friends? Stop by the Wheelhouse Studios front desk to purchase a do-it-yourself art kit, perfect for working on during Open Studio hours. Projects, including pottery painting, wood burning and more, rotate seasonally. Check out the current options below. Each project comes with all the supplies and directions you’ll need to complete it on your own!
Please note that you must be 18 years old or older to utilize our studios.
Popular DIY Projects
Acrylic Painting on Canvas
Pick your perfect canvas size and paint your own one-of-a-kind masterpiece. We’ll set you up with vibrant acrylic paints, quality brushes, and loads of inspiring ideas to spark your creativity. Dive in and let your imagination run wild. A drying rack is available to leave your work and come back to complete it or pick it up when dry.
Cost: $6 - $12 (varies by canvas size)
Time: 15 - 60 minutes
Beaded Bracelets and Keychains
Create your own personalized beaded bracelets and keychains! Whether you’re making a stack of friendship bracelets inspired by the ultimate Swiftie vibe or crafting unique keychains for your besties, we’ll provide everything you need to design colorful, one-of-a-kind accessories. These are perfect for gifting or adding a little sparkle to your everyday style!
Cost: $1
Time: 15 minutes
Collage Art - Coasters & Bookmarks
Get creative with collage art to design your own custom coaster, sheet, or bookmark. You’ll craft one-of-a-kind pieces that add a personal touch to your space or reading routine. Perfect for making functional art with a unique flair. The coasters come with rubber feet to protect your table.
Coaster Cost: $5
Bookmark Cost: $1
Time: 30 - 60 minutes
Pin Back Buttons
Show off your unique style by designing custom pins. You’ll get all the supplies needed to create one-of-a-kind pins that add a fun, personal touch to bags, jackets, and more. Get ready to pin on the personality.
Cost: 50¢ each or $5 for 25 pins
Time: 10 - 30 minutes
Pottery Painting
Paint your own pottery with your favorite colors and patterns. Our pottery painting options include large cappuccino mugs, bowls, and coffee mugs. Once you finish painting your pottery, we’ll add a clear glaze and then fire it in our kiln for you to pick up a week or two later.
Cost: $15 - $20
Time: 15 - 60 minutes
Watercolor Bucky
Give watercolor painting a go and bring Bucky Badger to life with your own unique flair. We’ll provide a base image of Bucky and watercolor paints. Get ready to make your very own one-of-a-kind Bucky masterpiece. Matboard frames are available for purchase.
Cost: $8
Time: 15 - 60 minutes
Wood Burning
Transform plain wood into personalized decor with our wood-burning tools. Choose from a variety of wood shapes. This project makes great gifts too!
Cost: $6
Time: 30 - 60 minutes
Fused Glass Coasters
Design your own set of glass coasters to keep or give as a gift. Protective eyewear will be provided as you cut some glass. Note: This project requires a second visit to Wheelhouse to pick up your finished piece 1-2 weeks after firing.
Cost: $12/one coaster
Time: 45 - 60 minutes