Book a Play Party.

Welcome to the Art Lab: Where We Play, Create, and Connect
At The Playstead, we believe art isn’t about being "good"—it’s about being curious. Whether you’re here to paint your feelings or craft your new favorite pair of earrings, this is a judgment-free zone designed to awaken your inner child.
Choose Your Play-Date:
🎨 The Messy Joy Canvas (Paint & Sip)
Forget the "perfect" sunset. We’re here for the textures, the splashes, and the laughs.
Forget the "perfect" sunset. We’re here for the textures, the splashes, and the laughs.
- What we do: Mixed-media painting featuring textures, pigments, and plenty of "whoops-turned-into-art" moments.
- The Vibe: Relaxed, social, and tactile.
- Perfect for: Girls' nights, birthday celebrations, bridal parties, or "just because" brewery pop-ups.
✨ The Adornment Lab (Jewelry Making Party)
Ever wanted to design your own earrings? Let’s get hands-on with the materials behind my crotchet earrings.
Ever wanted to design your own earrings? Let’s get hands-on with the materials behind my crotchet earrings.
- What we do: A guided "Build-Your-Own" bar. I bring the tools, the charms, and the crotchet charms; you bring the imagination.
-The Vibe: Focused, creative, and rewarding. You leave with a custom piece of art you can wear.
- Perfect for: Bridal showers, teen parties, or boutique pop-up events.
🎨 The "Safety Net" Social (Whimsical Stencils)
Forget the "I can't draw" fear. We use whimsical outlines to make sure every mark you make is a success.
- What we do: Layering folk-art stencils—birds, moons, and botanicals—using sponges, mists, and mixed media.
- The Vibe: High-success, stress-free, and imaginative. ✨
- Perfect for: Beginner groups, birthday bashes, or anyone who needs a "safety net" to start playing.
🧘 The Ritual Retreat (Meditative Painting)
Forget the loud music and rigid rules. We’re here to quiet the noise and let the colors do the talking.
- What we do: A rhythmic "color-breath" followed by a free-flow abstract session focused on movement and letting go.
- The Vibe: Calm, soulful, and deeply restorative. 🕊️
- Perfect for: Wellness circles, bridal showers looking for peace, or a much-needed "Inner Child" reunion.
💎 Adornment & Abstract Package (Deluxe Paint + Jewelry) - Premium Choice
Forget choosing just one way to create. We’re here for the full sensory journey from the canvas to the Adornment Bar.
- What we do: A two-part immersive session: first, a messy joy painting; then, crafting custom jewelry that matches your art.
- The Vibe: Immersive, celebratory, and ultra-creative. 🎢
- Perfect for: Milestone birthdays, "Ultimate Maker" days, or treating your favorite people to a 3-hour retreat.
👜 Boho Canvas & Cord (Tote Bag Design)
Forget art that just sits on a wall. We’re here to make something beautiful that travels through life with you.
- What we do: Stenciling heavy-duty canvas totes and finishing them with "The Playstead Touch"—handmade fiber tassels and knots.
- The Vibe: Tactile, functional, and bohemian. 🌿
- Perfect for: Bridesmaids, eco-conscious crews, or teen parties looking for a custom "swag bag" experience.
🎟️ The Maker’s Mingle (Open-Choice Social)
Forget the formal lesson. We’re here for the freedom to wander, wonder, and make a little bit of everything.
- What we do: A choose-your-own-adventure format with "Play Stations" for jewelry, mini-canvases, and fiber charms.
- The Vibe: Bubbly, social, and perfectly mismatched. 🥨
- Perfect for: High-energy social mixers, holiday parties, or open-house style gatherings.
Host a Private Session
I bring the "Messy Joy" to you! Whether it's at your home, a local bottle shop, or your favorite coffee house, I handle the setup and cleanup. You just bring your presence. Party Logistics & Refreshments
Drink Policy: While our weekly studio sessions feature a non-alcoholic bar, private parties are BYOB. You are welcome to bring your favorite drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) and snacks to enjoy while you create! We provide the "magic" atmosphere.
Drink Policy: While our weekly studio sessions feature a non-alcoholic bar, private parties are BYOB. You are welcome to bring your favorite drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) and snacks to enjoy while you create! We provide the "magic" atmosphere.
- We Provide: All art supplies, professional setup, guided instruction, and—most importantly—the cleanup.
- The Space: Our studio is a judgment-free, "safety-first" environment where your group can truly relax.
- The Vibe: Tailored, intimate, and celebratory.