WELCOME TO CRAFT & CREATE
A DIY Lounge by Art Spot
Craft & Create is a walk-in crafting studio where you can choose from a variety of projects and use provided tools and supplies to bring your creative visions to life.​
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Nestled in the heart of Solvang, California, our DIY Lounge was created for families, tourists, and locals alike, seeking a fun and hands-on experience.
Our goal is to provide a fun and welcoming DIY Lounge for kids and adults, fostering creativity and community connection in Solvang, CA.
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Opening Hours
Sun:10am-5pm
Mon: 10am-5pm
Tues: 12pm-5pm
Wednesday: 12pm-5pm
Thursday: 12pm-5pm
Friday: 10am-6pm
Saturday: 10am-6pm
HOW IT WORKS
Pick your item from the menu of projects
Pay for your project & studio fee if you're planning to stay
Find a seat to "Stay & Play" or "Take To-Go"
​Upcoming Events
Multiple DatesWed, Jan 22SolvangJan 22, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM PSTSolvang, 320 Alisal Rd Suite 306 far back corner of the building, entrance off the parking lot, Solvang, CA 93463, USAJan 22, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM PSTSolvang, 320 Alisal Rd Suite 306 far back corner of the building, entrance off the parking lot, Solvang, CA 93463, USAInterested in learning to paint but can only draw stick figures? With Art Spot you’re in luck! Join us at our Solvang studio for this six-week painting with acrylics series for beginner to intermediate painters.
Multiple DatesThu, Jan 23SolvangJan 23, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:40 PMSolvang, 320 Alisal Rd Suite 306 far back corner of the building, entrance off the parking lot, Solvang, CA 93463, USA
Multiple DatesFri, Jan 24SolvangJan 24, 2025, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PMSolvang, 320 Alisal Rd Suite 306 far back corner of the building, entrance off the parking lot, Solvang, CA 93463, USAJan 24, 2025, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PMSolvang, 320 Alisal Rd Suite 306 far back corner of the building, entrance off the parking lot, Solvang, CA 93463, USAThis class will jump off from the basics and start to dig into technique, practices, style and composition. We’ll work on a new painting of your choice (from a reference photo), but this time we’ll paint the way an artist would traditionally paint. Then we’ll play with limiting palettes and strokes.
Multiple DatesFri, Jan 03SolvangJan 03, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PMSolvang, 320 Alisal Rd Suite 306 far back corner of the building, entrance off the parking lot, Solvang, CA 93463, USAJan 03, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PMSolvang, 320 Alisal Rd Suite 306 far back corner of the building, entrance off the parking lot, Solvang, CA 93463, USALet the Art Spot help bring artistic expression into your child’s life during the school break. Breaks can be a hectic time for parents and hard on families with the disruption of schedule. So join us during these times for fun, special events created with your child in mind!
Fri, Dec 27SolvangDec 27, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PMSolvang, 320 Alisal Rd Suite 306 far back corner of the building, entrance off the parking lot, Solvang, CA 93463, USADec 27, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PMSolvang, 320 Alisal Rd Suite 306 far back corner of the building, entrance off the parking lot, Solvang, CA 93463, USARing in the New Year with a Creative Spark! Join us at our Solvang studio for a fun-filled evening of painting your very own disco ball on a charming wooden round! Bring your favorite drinks (BYOB) and get ready to unleash your inner artist.
Thu, Dec 05SolvangDec 05, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMSolvang, 446 Alisal Rd ste 11, Solvang, CA 93463, USA
Multiple DatesWed, Nov 27SolvangNov 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PMSolvang, 320 Alisal Rd Suite 306 far back corner of the building, entrance off the parking lot, Solvang, CA 93463, USANov 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PMSolvang, 320 Alisal Rd Suite 306 far back corner of the building, entrance off the parking lot, Solvang, CA 93463, USALet the Art Spot help bring artistic expression into your child’s life during the school break. Breaks can be a hectic time for parents and hard on families with the disruption of schedule. So join us during these times for fun, special events created with your child in mind!
Fri, Nov 22SolvangNov 22, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PMSolvang, 320 Alisal Rd Suite 306 far back corner of the building, entrance off the parking lot, Solvang, CA 93463, USA
FAQ
Helpful Information
DO I NEED TO RESERVE A TIME?
No need to make a reservation, we operate on a first-come, first-served basis
IS YOUR SPACE KID-FRIENDLY?
Yes, we love kids at Craft & Create, however all children must be accompanied by adults.
HOW MUCH DO YOUR PROJECTS COST?
Our project items range in price from $2-40. If you plan to stay and complete the project in-studio, we also charge a studio fee. Studio fee is $15.
DO YOU DO BIRTHDAY PARTIES?
Yes! We love doing birthday parties. Please check out our Birthday Party page under the "About" menu heading...or click here.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE STUDIO FEE?
The studio fee includes space to create, encouragement, the use of paint brushes, palettes, projector, stencils, tools, glue, water jars and the designated supplies included with each project type. Most projects include paint, sequins, ribbon, flat-back gems and charms, decoupage, projector use, sharpies, posca pens, stickers, washi tape, poms, pipe cleaners, googly eyes, glitter glue etc.
