Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio Mentor

Try-It! Wheel Throwing Class: 3/21
2026-03-21 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
Ready to feed your curiosity and get a little muddy? Register to get your hands dirty in our mud room & make a work of art from a ball of clay! You will have two 1.5lb clay balls to throw on the wheel. Our friendly, helpful instructors will demonstrate and guide you thru the process to create your clay masterpieces. Clay creations will be dried, cleaned, kiln fired and ready for glazing in the main studio 2 weeks later during regular studio hours. Class cost includes return visit and all kiln firings. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early. Session is 90 minutes.
**All materials, kiln firings, and paints are included in the price of your class*

Alisha's Mixed Media Paint & Sip Party
2026-03-21 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
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Resin Day with the Bees!
2026-03-22 11:00 - 16:00 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
Get ready to pour, swirl, sparkle, and fall in love with resin! 💖Resin Day is an all-day, open studio experience where you can choose a time that works for you and dive into the magic of resin art—whether you’re trying it for the first time or leveling up your skills.
You’ll create one-of-a-kind resin pieces like:
✨ Coasters✨ Jewelry✨ Decorative art forms
Choose from a variety of molds and let your creativity shine with layers of rich color, shimmer, glitter, botanicals, and fun inclusions. This class is heavy on materials so you can experiment, play, and create bold, beautiful results you’ll be obsessed with.
🐝 The Bees (our amazing staff!) will guide you every step of the way—answering questions, sharing tips, and making sure your pieces turn out stunning.
🎨 Perfect for:
• Beginners (no experience needed!)• Resin lovers ready to experiment• Friends, teens, date days, or creative “me time”
⏰ This is an all-day event—register for a time slot that fits your schedule.🎟️ Spots are limited due to materials, so don’t wait!
👉 Pay a $10 deposit to hold your seat, decide what piece(s) you want to make at the studio. You’re deposit will be deducted from your project price.
Come get sticky, sparkly, and seriously creative at Resin Day 🐝✨

🥚✨ Deviled Egg Tray Pottery Painting Class ✨🐝
2026-03-24 18:00 - 20:30 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
Ready to design a serving piece that will steal the spotlight at every gathering?
Join us for a special pottery painting class where you’ll create your very own ceramic Deviled Egg Tray — perfect for Easter brunch, spring celebrations, summer BBQs, or your next girls’ night hosting moment.
The sample design shown is just ONE idea! In this class, you get to design your tray YOUR way:
🌸 Florals🎨 Bright & bold colors🌿 Soft & classic✨ Modern & minimal💬 Add a fun quote in the center🐝 Or create something totally unique to you
Our instructors will guide you step-by-step with layout ideas, color inspiration, and helpful painting tips — no experience needed! Whether you’re brand new to pottery painting or a seasoned creative, you’ll leave with a finished piece you’ll actually use (and show off!).
💛 All supplies included💛 Step-by-step instruction💛 A fun, relaxed studio atmosphere💛 Kiln firing included (we’ll notify you when it’s ready for pickup)
Grab a friend (or two!), your favorite beverages and snacks and make it a creative night out.
Spots are limited and this one is going to fill quickly — deviled eggs wait for no one! 😉
👉 Click “Tickets” below and register to reserve your seat today.
We can’t wait to see what YOU create!

Glass Blowing (Glaskolben)
2026-03-27 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
Learn to blow glass with the Bees! Sign up to blow up 3 Glass Bulb (Glaskolben)! All supplies and tools are included, you only need to bring your patience and willingness to learn. Choose your colors to create unique, beautiful glass art. This is a class, meaning you will learn all the steps and complete all the steps. Cost includes glass tubes, frit (colored glass), tools, and heat. These cute little baubles can be used as ornaments (not only holiday, but in your windows all year round), water globes for small house plants or even as a decorative collection in a vase.
**Ages 16 & up only, only the paying student can attend due to space and safety. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Please make sure to wear or bring a hair tie if you have long hair, we will be working with open flame!
We will make every effort to accommodate color preferences but due to supply issues, some colors are not readily available and may have to be substituted

Stained Glass: Eggs, Peeps, & Sheeps!
2026-03-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
🌸🐣 Hop Into Something NEW This Easter! 🐰✨
Our Stained Glass Intro Class is officially OPEN for registration — and it’s going to be EGG-stra special!
If you’ve ever admired stained glass and thought, “I wish I could make that…” — this is your sign 💛 Whether you’re creating a sweet little chick, a pastel Easter egg, a spring bunny, or even a beautiful cross, you’ll leave with a handmade piece that’s ready to hang and sparkle in the sunshine.
No experience? No problem!We’ll walk you through everything step-by-step in our cozy, creative studio. Just bring yourself (and maybe a friend or two 🥰).
✨ Perfect for:
• A girls’ night out• A mother-daughter date• A creative Easter outing• Anyone ready to try something NEW
Spots are limited (because torches + tools + hands-on help = small class magic 🔥), so don’t wait!
Choose your pattern below, this pattern will be prepared for your session. Patterns are approximately 6″ in size and include hanging hardware if desired. This is a class, meaning you will learn all the steps and complete all the steps, there is no “short cut” to stained glass making!​ Cost includes pattern, all supplies, tools and glass choices. **Ages 16 & up only, only the paying student can attend due to space and safety. Minors must have a parent or guardian present during class.
We will make every effort to accommodate color preferences but due to supply issues, some colors are not readily available and may have to be substituted
🐝 Grab your seat now and let’s make something beautiful together!👉 Register today before this class fills up!
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Bridget's Paint & Sip Canvas Night
2026-03-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States

Stained Glass: Eggs, Peeps, and Sheeps!
2026-03-29 13:00 - 17:00 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States

Kids Only Paint & Pizza Party: K-Pop Night
2026-04-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
Hey Kids! Come make a derpy cat plate or another KDH inspired pottery project with the bees! We will listen to all your favorite Saja Boys and HUNTR/X songs and have a great time creating and eating pizza! This kids-only paint night is on Friday, April 3rd. If we finish crafting early, we’ll play games and have tons of fun!
✨ No experience needed✨ All supplies included🍕 Pizza dinner. Just send them with their favorite drink — we’ll handle the rest.✨ Drop-off event (hello, parents’ night out!)
Spots are limited and our Kids Night Out events always fill quickly — grab your seat before the luck runs out!
*This is a parent drop-off workshop. Parents drop off their children and come back to pick them up once the workshop is over at 8pm. Minimum participant age is 6 years old. Child must be potty-trained, be able to follow instructions, and have completed at least one (1) year of kindergarten (grade school).
KIDS NIGHT OUT IS HELD WITHIN BUSY BEES’ PARTY ROOM. Main studio space remains open during class. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

Try-It! Wheel Throwing Class: 4/4
2026-04-04 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States

Little Makers: Bunny Hop Plate
2026-04-04 11:30 - 12:30 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
Create with your little one, ages 18m to 5yrs and their grown-ups, to create a keepsake for years to come! We will create these sweet Easter plates using unconventional items for our brushes! Really personalize it by making the bunny face using your child’s handprint. Once completed, the Busy Bees artists will add details and personalize each plate. This is a memory you’ll surely treasure for years!
Projects will be available for pick up approximately one week after completion. Please note that a parent or guardian must remain present during class.
Registration required.

Studio Closed: Happy Easter
2026-04-05 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
From our hive to yours, Happy Easter! The studio will be closed today, but we will see you bright eyed and bushy tailed at 11am on Monday!

Wheel Throwing Classes: 4/6, 4/13, 4/20
2026-04-06 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
Spend 3 consecutive Mondays at Busy Bees learning everything from throwing to attachments and everything in between! Perfect your throwing motion and create multiple pieces of pottery. Choose from the 4pm afternoon class time or the 6pm evening class time below..
Each week you will spend time on the wheel with a Busy Bees instructor one-on-one. Throughout the weeks you will progress to more in-depth creations as you learn more about the art of wheel throwing.
At the end of your 3 weeks, you will end up with between 3 – 6 pieces which Busy Bees will kiln fire you. Once fired, come to the studio anytime during our open studio time to paint your pieces and have them fired.
**All materials, kiln firings, and paints are included in the price of your 3-week session**

Stained Glass: Spring Flowers 4/6
2026-04-06 11:00 - 14:00 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
Creativity is in bloom at Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio! Join the Bees for a festive floral springtime stained glass class that’s equal parts crafty and beautiful. In this guided class, you’ll create your own stained glass piece and choose from these fun designs:

Teardrop Tulip
Teardrop Petals
Freeform Tulip
Diamond Tulip
Diamond Crocus
Diamond Poppy

No experience needed—just bring your sense of adventure and a willingness to learn! Our Bee team will walk you through the process step by step, so you can relax, create, and leave with a beautiful piece you’ll be proud to display all year long.
✨ All materials included✨ Perfect for a night out, friends, or a creative celebration✨ Limited spots available
Grab your seat before they fly away—everyone is surely springing to grab tickets!
Choose your pattern below, this pattern will be prepared for your session. Patterns are approximately 6″ in size and include hanging hardware if desired. This is a class, meaning you will learn all the steps and complete all the steps, there is no “short cut” to stained glass making!​ Cost includes pattern, all supplies, tools and glass choices. **Ages 16 & up only, only the paying student can attend due to space and safety. Minors must have a parent or guardian present during class.
We will make every effort to accommodate color preferences but due to supply issues, some colors are not readily available and may have to be substituted.

Little Makers: Happy Birthday Plates!
2026-04-07 11:00 - 12:00 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
Create with your little one, ages 18m to 5yrs and their grown-ups, to create a keepsake for years to come! We will create these sweet birthday plates using unconventional items for our brushes! You can even make candles out of thumbprints for an extra personal touch. Once completed, the Busy Bees artists will add details and personalize each plate. This is a memory you’ll surely treasure for years!
Projects will be available for pick up approximately one week after completion.
Registration required.

Wheel Throwing Classes: 4/8, 4/15, 4/22
2026-04-08 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
Spend 3 consecutive Wednesdays at Busy Bees learning everything from throwing to attachments and everything in between! Perfect your throwing motion and create multiple pieces of pottery. Choose from the 4pm afternoon class time or the 6pm evening class time below..
Each week you will spend time on the wheel with a Busy Bees instructor one-on-one. Throughout the weeks you will progress to more in-depth creations as you learn more about the art of wheel throwing.
At the end of your 3 weeks, you will end up with between 3 – 6 pieces which Busy Bees will kiln fire you. Once fired, come to the studio anytime during our open studio time to paint your pieces and have them fired.
**All materials, kiln firings, and paints are included in the price of your 3-week session**

Stoneware Garden Stakes
2026-04-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
This is for all the plant lovers out there–a stoneware paint night where the Bees will show you how to create your own customized garden stakes! You might wind up with a green thumb by the end of this class (literally). Stoneware is a specialty product available only in classes, so don’t miss your chance to sign up!

Your $29 deposit will be applied to your pottery purchase the night of the event. All instruction, materials, firing, and good Bee vibes included. No experience needed — just come ready to have fun and trust the process. This is a BYOB event, feel free to bring in your favorite adult beverages & snacks to enjoy.

Registration required. Limited seats available.

Try-It! Wheel Throwing Class: 4/10
2026-04-10 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States

Glass Blowing (Glaskolben)
2026-04-11 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
Learn to blow glass with the Bees! Sign up to blow 3 Glass Bulb (Glaskolben)! All supplies and tools are included, you only need to bring your patience and willingness to learn. Choose your colors to create unique, beautiful glass art. This is a class, meaning you will learn all the steps and complete all the steps. Cost includes glass tubes, frit (colored glass), tools, and heat. These cute little baubles can be used as ornaments (not only holiday, but in your windows all year round), water globes for small house plants or even as a decorative collection in a vase.
**Ages 16 & up only, only the paying student can attend due to space and safety. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Please make sure to wear or bring a hair tie if you have long hair, we will be working with open flame!
We will make every effort to accommodate color preferences but due to supply issues, some colors are not readily available and may have to be substituted

Faux Stained Glass / Fire Glass & Resin
2026-04-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
Love the look of stained glass but not the time, tools, or patience it takes to make the real thing? This class was made for you.
In our Faux Stained Glass (Fire & Glass) Workshop, you’ll create a bold, colorful, stained-glass-inspired piece using vibrant glass colors and resin-style techniques that give serious mosaic vibes—without the stress of traditional stained glass.
✨ NEW & FUN PART:You’ll choose your project design at the class! We’ll have a variety of designs available, so you can pick the one that speaks to you in the moment—no pressure to decide ahead of time.
This workshop is heavy on color and creative freedom, with guidance from the Bees every step of the way to help your piece turn out rich, dimensional, and totally eye-catching. If you love resin art, bold color palettes, and creative experiences that feel relaxing (not intimidating), you’re going to love this.
And yes—it’s BYOB 🍷🥨Feel free to bring your favorite snacks and drinks and make a night of it with friends.
Perfect for:
🎨 Resin & mixed-media lovers🪟 Fans of stained glass aesthetics🐝 Anyone who wants WOW results without complicated techniques
✨ All materials included🔥 Finished pieces ready for pickup after curing/firing🎨 Each piece is one-of-a-kind
Spots are limited—this class fills quickly!

Clay Handbuilding Workshop: Garden Gnomes
2026-04-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
Join the Bees for a super fun, hands-on workshop to make your own garden gnomes out of clay! We’ll help guide you through the basics of clay hand building, while you focus on creating a cute friend for your plants. Your $35 ticket includes all materials and firings to make your very own gnome!
Your clay gnomes will need to dry before firing (approximately 7-10 days). Busy Bees will contact you when your projects are fired and ready to be painted!

Spring Create & Sip at Billy's: Fire Glass & Resin Suncatchers
2026-04-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Billy’s Martini Bar, 7338 INDUSTRIAL PARK BOULEVARD, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
Celebrate spring with a stunning night of art and cocktails.
Busy Bees Pottery & Art Studio is heading to Billy’s for an exclusive Resin & Glass Art Night featuring our gorgeous new spring collection — and we’d love for you to join us.
Resin and glass art is one of the most magical creative experiences we offer. You’ll choose from our brand-new spring designs — think stained glass florals in jewel tones, lush tropical leaves, delicate botanicals, and more — then pour and layer real resin into laser-cut frames to create a luminous, one-of-a-kind piece that looks like it came straight from a boutique.
The best part? You don’t need any artistic experience whatsoever. Our instructor guides you through every single step, from choosing your color palette to your final pour. All you have to do is show up, relax, and enjoy the process.
What’s included:
*All art supplies, materials, and resin
*Step-by-step guided instruction from a Busy Bees artist
*Your choice of one spring design from our new collection
*A finished, hang-ready piece of art to take home that same night
What to expect: Arrive at Billy’s, order your favorite martini and delicious meal, and settle in for 90 minutes of creativity and good company. This is a relaxed, go-at-your-own-pace experience — no rushing, no pressure, just a really lovely evening doing something beautiful.
This event is perfect for a girls’ night out, a solo creative escape, or anyone who’s been looking for a reason to try something new this spring.
Drinks and food are available for purchase through Billy’s bar. Must be 21+ to attend. All skill levels welcome.**Arrive at class early to enjoy Billy’s delicious food and martinis. Class will begin promptly at 6pm**

👉 [Register Now — Spots Are Limited]

Upside Down Pottery Paint Night
2026-04-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
Journey into the Upside Down with the Bees for a fun pottery paint night and bingo games! If you make it out alive, you might even get a reward…
The Bees will help you achieve your strange visions for your projects, which will be available for pickup about a week after the event.
Your $10 deposit will be applied to your pottery purchase the night of the event. All instruction, materials, firing, and good Bee vibes included. No experience needed — just come ready to have fun and trust the process. This is a BYOB event, feel free to bring in your favorite adult beverages & snacks to enjoy.

Registration required. Limited seats available.

Stained Glass: Spring Flowers 4/18 MORNING
2026-04-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
PLEASE NOTE: We have two classes on Saturday, April 18th. This is the 10am class, but we also have a 3pm class available. Make sure you sign up for the correct time!
Creativity is in bloom at Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio! Join the Bees for a festive floral springtime stained glass class that’s equal parts crafty and beautiful. In this guided class, you’ll create your own stained glass piece and choose from these fun designs:

Teardrop Tulip
Teardrop Petals
Freeform Tulip
Diamond Tulip
Diamond Crocus
Diamond Poppy

No experience needed—just bring your sense of adventure and a willingness to learn! Our Bee team will walk you through the process step by step, so you can relax, create, and leave with a beautiful piece you’ll be proud to display all year long.
✨ All materials included✨ Perfect for a night out, friends, or a creative celebration✨ Limited spots available
Grab your seat before they fly away—everyone is surely springing to grab tickets!
Choose your pattern below, this pattern will be prepared for your session. Patterns are approximately 6″ in size and include hanging hardware if desired. This is a class, meaning you will learn all the steps and complete all the steps, there is no “short cut” to stained glass making!​ Cost includes pattern, all supplies, tools and glass choices. **Ages 16 & up only, only the paying student can attend due to space and safety. Minors must have a parent or guardian present during class.
We will make every effort to accommodate color preferences but due to supply issues, some colors are not readily available and may have to be substituted.

Stained Glass: Spring Flowers 4/18 AFTERNOON
2026-04-18 15:00 - 19:00 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
PLEASE NOTE: We have two classes on Saturday, April 18th. This is the 3pm class, but we also have a 10am class available. Make sure you sign up for the correct time!
Creativity is in bloom at Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio! Join the Bees for a festive floral springtime stained glass class that’s equal parts crafty and beautiful. In this guided class, you’ll create your own stained glass piece and choose from these fun designs:

Teardrop Tulip
Teardrop Petals
Freeform Tulip
Diamond Tulip
Diamond Crocus
Diamond Poppy

No experience needed—just bring your sense of adventure and a willingness to learn! Our Bee team will walk you through the process step by step, so you can relax, create, and leave with a beautiful piece you’ll be proud to display all year long.
✨ All materials included✨ Perfect for a night out, friends, or a creative celebration✨ Limited spots available
Grab your seat before they fly away—everyone is surely springing to grab tickets!
Choose your pattern below, this pattern will be prepared for your session. Patterns are approximately 6″ in size and include hanging hardware if desired. This is a class, meaning you will learn all the steps and complete all the steps, there is no “short cut” to stained glass making!​ Cost includes pattern, all supplies, tools and glass choices. **Ages 16 & up only, only the paying student can attend due to space and safety. Minors must have a parent or guardian present during class.
We will make every effort to accommodate color preferences but due to supply issues, some colors are not readily available and may have to be substituted.

Resin Day with the Bees! 4/19
2026-04-19 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States

Glass Blowing (Glaskolben) 4/20
2026-04-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States

Adult Paint & Chill: 90s Edition
2026-04-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
The 90s called…it wants YOU back!
Join the Bees for a chill evening of pottery painting and 90s trivia, a perfect night to feed your nostalgia and take it back to the good ol’ days. We’ll be here to help with any project you can think up, so you can focus on relaxing and taking a break from the chaos of the present times. While this event is non-smoking, you can bring your own munchies and any beverages you like (just remember to bring plates and cups)! We look forward to creating with you and helping you achieve your perfect 90s dream project!
Your $10 deposit reserves your seat and will be applied to the project of your choice on the night of the event. Any fired projects will be available for pickup approximately one week after the event.

BYOB Paint Night: Wine and Wisterias
2026-04-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
Get ready for spring and create your very own floral wine glass! The Bees will help you to create your flowery project and send you home with all the instructions you need to cure your artwork. You’ll also have a chance to compete at bingo while you create. Don’t miss your chance to create your own custom wine glass and have a fun night out with your friends, and the Bees!
Your $29 ticket includes all materials and instructions. You’ll be able to take your project home as soon as it dries!
This is a BYOB event, feel free to bring beverages and snacks. Just make sure to bring paper products as well!

Donna's Paint & Sip Party
2026-04-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio, 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, 44060, United States
