Becky Bolhuis, Short Pump Manager, shows Yousef how to use the glass cutting tools
My family has been doing a lot of fun activities at All Fired Up this summer, and we’re planning on going back during the school year too. It’s a great place to unwind and get in touch with your “inner artist”.
My nine-year old daughter enjoyed two of their summer camps – Peace, Love & Pottery and Extreme Makeover – Room Edition. She was exposed to a wide variety of techniques, including clay, ceramics, mosaic, glass fusing, drawing, wheel-throwing, tie-dye and painting.
“The teachers are really nice,” Dahlia said, “and I’m really proud of all the cool things I made!”
Some of Dahlia’s creations from “Peace and Love”
Some of Dahlia’s creations from “Extreme Make-over”
Also, my teenage son and I enjoyed some wonderful mother-son time there. He really enjoys glass working, so he decided to do a fused glass project.
I decided to take on an easier project, and did some ceramic-painting. I chose a large coffee cup and saucer, which I am sure I will find good use for. (Bonus: They told me that once it is fired, it is dishwasher and microwave safe! Love it!)
“That was a really nice way to spend the morning,” Yousef said. “I can’t wait to see how my stuff turns out!”
Yousef’s glass work project
Mine Craft clay soldier mod battle motif
I asked owner Amy Tally what other programs they offer, and the list is quite extensive: in-shop classes for all ages, after-school classes at area public schools, field trips, birthday parties, ladies night out, bridal and baby showers, corporate team building, scout troop activities, kids fun night, to-go kits… you name it!
All Fired Up is open seven days a week, and has three locations: Short Pump, Carytown and Midlothian. Contact your local store for hours, specials and the monthly activity calendar.
Also, if your child wears their camp tie-dye shirt to the store, they get 10% off cost of their next project.
All Fired Up is definitely one of our favorite family places, and I highly recommend it.
Like Angry Birds? They have that too!
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