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4 Places to Get Crafty Near Manchester, ME
Are you looking to add some crafty décor to your home? You're in luck, because there are several places near Manchester, ME that sell local crafts and artwork, with a few even offering classes. Our real estate agents recommend these four craft studios to update your home or hone your craft skills.
- Stained Glass Express - 966 Western Ave., Manchester
Located close to homes for sale in Manchester, the Stained Glass Express impresses visitors and regulars alike. The family-owned business features a studio, retail store, and their Glass Academy on site. They have an array of stained glass, mosaics, and etching supplies in stock. Their staff can restore or create any number of projects, such as residential cabinet doors. They have two large classrooms in their Glass Academy and host a variety of classes, ranging from beginner and children's classes to adult classes. They teach glass and glass blowing, to more advanced stain glass techniques. The Stained Glass Express is open Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - A Lakeside Studio Pottery - 12 Cedar Point Road, Wayne
Martha L. Hoddinott works at Lakeside Studio Pottery, which faces Androscoggin Lake and the western Maine mountains. These picturesque settings provide inspiration; she often creates whimsical and functional pieces. Some of her mugs feature her infamous tree silhouettes and her other pieces include flower vases, decorative suns and moons, birdhouses, and jewelry. All of her pottery is created from earthenware clay. The studio is open Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. While you're out that way, check out some Wayne homes for sale. - Whippersnappers Fine Fabrics & Notions - 103 Water St., Hallowell
Located in historic downtown Hallowell, Whippersnappers Fine Fabrics & Notions sells a collection of fine fabrics, especially batiks. In addition to their high-quality fabrics, they also offer in-house custom quilt making. The quilt proprietor Lynn Irish can create a variety of quilts with the long arm, and all you need to do is bring in a quilt top and some design ideas. Are you interested in learning how to quilt? Whippersnappers offers Beginning Quilting classes on Fridays at 10:30 am. The studio is open Monday through Thursday 10 am to 5 pm, and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. After quilting, check out some Hallowell homes for sale. - Center for Maine Craft - 288 Lewiston Road, West Gardiner
Located in West Gardiner, ME, the Center for Maine Craft features the work of over 300 Maine craft artisans. The gallery often hosts exhibitions of local artists work and then showcases and sells their handcrafted pieces in their retail store. In addition, some of the artisans even host workshops to demonstrate their work. Throughout the gallery and store, you'll find detailed information about the artists and their studios, as well as unique items, tourism books, and local food. The gallery is open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. After looking at some crafts, check out some West Gardiner homes for sale.
Interested in buying a home in Manchester or the surrounding area? Contact us and we'll discuss your best real estate options.