ARTS & CRAFTS

Where to go for glue, glitter and hand-made bedazzlements.

You need not toil away, alone in a garret, just because you feel a hankering to express yourself. There are plenty of venues that offer an opportunity to mingle while you make things. At

ARTE WINE AND PAINT

(1442 Underwood Ave., Wauwatosa), there’s a fully stocked bar, so you can drink like Jackson Pollack, and maybe paint like him, too. Instructions provided only if you want them. If fashion is your thing, Sip and Stitch monthly workshops at MKE FASHION INCUBATOR (1422 N. 4th St.) teach sewing in a social environment. Machines are provided, as are the materials to make clutches, infinity scarves and other simple projects. Perhaps you’re longing to try some of the craft ideas you’ve seen on Pinterest, but you lack the confidence to dive right in. PIN-IT LIVE (522 N. Water St.) is the spot for you. Katie Garcia and Garrett Sheskey are on hand to offer help, encouragement and the supplies you need to get the job done.