For those who love art or working with their hands, we’ve created a list for crafting the perfect Valentine in the Upcountry! From painting to textile art to crafting with food, check out these local classes to get you, your friends, or loved ones in the spirit of Valentine’s Day!
Painting Classes:
- Together in the Trees – Location: The Collaboration Station, 214 Bank St, Central, SC, 29630. Date(s) & Times: February 7th, (starting at 2 pm). Details: Come paint a beautiful winter scene, featuring birch trees and two cardinals together. The price of your ticket includes a 16”×20” canvas, all supplies provided, and step-by-step instructions. You’ll leave with a finished painting ready to display or gift! Secure your spot at the link above.
- “Love Birds”- Location: Golden Grove Farm & Brewery, 115 Krim Rd, Piedmont, SC, 29673. Date(s) & Times: February 13th, (7 – 9 pm). Details: This sunset scene with two “love birds” is a perfect class for you and your love. Enjoy a drink from Golden Grove as you paint! Get your tickets at the link above.
- Wine Glass Painting Class – Location: Good To Go Five Forks, 330 Scuffletown Rd, Suite 101, Simpsonville, SC, 29681. Date(s) & Times: February 17th, (starting at 6:30 pm). Details: Create your own set of painted wine glasses in this fun, beginner-friendly workshop. Each guest will paint two wine glasses, with their own personalized colors and designs. Ticket price includes a complimentary glass of wine, step-by-step painting instructions, and all painting materials. Enjoy 10% off Good to Go purchases after the class! Click the link above for your tickets.
Textile Art Classes:
- Quilting Workshop – February – Location: The Collaboration Station, 214 Bank St, Central, SC, 29630. Date(s) & Times: February 8th, (starting at 2 pm). Details: In this hands-on class, you’ll choose to make either a heart-themed table runner or two coordinating quilted hot pads. Please note the list of required materials to bring to class before purchasing your tickets at the link included.
- Valentine’s Heart Glass Art Class – Location: The Collaboration Station, 214 Bank St, Central, SC, 29630. Date(s) & Times: February 11th, (starting at 6 pm). Details: In this art class, you’ll learn how to safely design with crushed glass, the basics of working with resin, and composition tips for creating a balanced design. You’ll leave with one completed 8”x8” Valentine’s heart glass art canvas! Click the link above for tickets.
- Framing Pressed Flowers Art Class – Location: Red Radish, 743 Congaree Rd., Suite 7, Greenville, SC, 20607. Date(s) & Times: February 13th, (6:30 – 8:30 pm). Details: The art instructors here will lead a guided pressed-flower framing workshop. Choose from a wide selection of gorgeous pressed flowers, a frame, and all the crafting supplies you’d need. There will be beautiful glassware for sipping in style, as it’s BYOB (bring your own beverage), which includes cocktails, mocktails, wine, or bubbly! Click the link above for tickets.
Crafting with Food:
- Galentine’s Night Out! – Location: The 864 Event Space, 3737 Highway 81 N, Anderson, SC, 29621-4423. Date(s) & Times: February 12th, (6 – 8:30 pm). Details: Learn how to build your own charcuterie board while sipping wine or spirits! Look forward to fully prepped charcuterie supplies, step-by-step instructions, and a gorgeous board to take home! Tickets can be purchased by phone (call (864) 958-1731) or in person (contact 864 Event Space to arrange a time to meet).
- Valentine’s Cake Decorating for Two – Location: Social Latitude, 1812 Woodruff Road, Greenville, SC, 29607. Date(s) & Times: February 14th, (4 – 6 pm). Details: Let Couture Cakes guide you through this fun date night for two! You’ll decorate one 6-inch heart-shaped cake (vanilla cake with vanilla buttercream). Munch on complimentary Valentine’s charcuterie grazing boards and glasses of champagne (one each) while you craft! Click the link above for tickets.
Check out this other recent Valentine’s Day article on “Where to Dine and Stay with Your Love this Holiday”.
By: Sarah (Moore) Gross, Contributing Author