WALK-IN OPEN STUDIO
Think kinda like science center stations or centers but for crafts + art techniques!
$20 for 2 hours
ALL-YOU-CAN-CRAFT
Visit each of our 12+ DIY stations (that rotate biweekly) using different types of art materials, techniques, and inspirations!
...or sit and obsess the whole time on one masterpiece. We get it.
It's the perfect way to test out new crafts, projects, and hobbies without having to buy all the supplies and an even cooler place to hang with your favorite humans that doesn't involve anything other than just hanging!
Designed for adults + teens but small humans always welcome with their grownups! Most projects are modifiable for various ability levels.
CRAFTY SKILLS NOT REQUIRED!
Recommended age 6+ though younger kids do well with helpers!
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WHAT DO YOU DO AT A GLITTER FACTORY?
We make stuff!
We are a DIY craft bar, makerspace, and gift shop aimed toward creating a community space and project bar for adults who love leaning into creating things that spark joy, finding new hobbies, learning new skills, and spending time with our favorite humans while finding new ones who’s vibe matches ours.
WHAT CAN I DO/MAKE/CRAFT AT THE FACTORY?
We have 10+ custom designed craft and art stations that rotate regularly so typically any time you come in, there will be different stations than you saw the last time! These can include anything including beading, felting, collage, woodworking, metalsmithing, paper crafts, mosaic, painting, watercolor, embroidery, diamond art, stamp carving, and so much more!
If there is a spacific project you would like to do, please sign up for a workshop or schedule a private time in the Craft Lab!
WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED?
Des Moines, Iowa! Just south of downtown, we're a couple blocks from the Science Center and the Cubs stadium!
501 SW 7th Suite M - Des Moines, IA 50309
We have free, off-street parking and our building is ADA accessible (though there may be a couple tight spots but we aim not to!) and if you have any sensory concerns please don't hesitate to ask us to turn off the music or grab you some earplugs! We can do either :)
WHEN ARE YOU OPEN?
Walk-In Open Studio Hours:
TUES - 5:30-8:30p
WED - 5:30-8:30p
THU - 5:30-8:30p
FRI - 11-5p
SAT - 10-4p
SUN - 10-4p
MON - closed
We're closed occasionally for warehouse rentals + private events so be sure to check our social media for any updates specific to the day.
Check our events + workshops pages for more information about events outside of regular hours!
CAN I SHOP ONLINE & DO YOU SHIP?
Just our merch for now - you can find that here! Everything else is buy in shop in our brick + mortar only :)