Ready to get artsy? 5 fun ways to get your hands dirty in Boston area

NEWTON, Mass. —

Whether it's for date night or just expanding your horizons, these Boston-area businesses will help you get in touch with your artistic side.

Paint while you sip

Savor a glass of wine and make a little art at Massachusetts’ pioneering paint-and-sip venue, which aims to ignite creativity for all.

The Paint Bar in Newton boasts that it was the first paint-and-sip establishment in New England, paving the way for an entire industry of similar businesses. Offerings include themed events tailored for special occasions and expert instructors.

Make your own candles

Two friends who started a candle-making business early during the pandemic now also offer in-person candle-making for groups of up to 12 people at their Boston location.

Sniffs of Adventure co-founders Adam Shane and Christopher Swank make dozens of candles based on their adventures together and offer a Sip 'N Sniff they say is a great way to work together on something creative and get to know someone better.

Pasta making

Just steps from Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, there’s a place you can receive an education that will leave your mouth watering.

Chef Diane Manteca will teach how to make homemade pasta, just like they make in Italy. It only takes a few simple ingredients: eggs and flour.

Graffiti art

There's a place in Cambridge where graffiti art is encouraged to the point where it has become identified as a tourist attraction on Google Maps.

Graffiti Alley is located in Central Square, linking Massachusetts Avenue with the Central Square Farmers Market. It's formally known as Richard B. “Rico” Modica Way.

Glassmaking

In Cambridge, a city known for elite educational institutions, a smaller school is open to everyone who can stand the heat.

North Cambridge Glass School, known as NOCA, offers an opportunity for students of all experience levels to work the furnaces under the guidance of experienced artists.

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