ROSWELL, Ga. — Red Seal Craft Studio in Roswell offers an escape for those eager to explore their inner creativity.
Crafters can enjoy do-it-yourself projects, like charm necklaces, bracelets, candles, charcuterie boards, custom hats and glass and shell art. Private workshops are also available for businesses, clubs and parties.
Owner Jeanie Pipitone says her personal favorite is the hand-woven chunky blanket workshop.
“They’re so soft and cuddly, and anybody can do it,” Pipitone said.
Pipitone left her corporate career behind to take over the craft studio. Although she had never been to the studio, she decided to go out on a whim and become the new owner on Jan. 2.
“I admired it from afar,” Pipitone said.
Previous owner, Christy Jones, sent out an email to her subscribers asking if anyone would like to take over the gig, Pipitone took the chance,
Crafters gather to create art on a busy Saturday at the Red Seal Craft Studio in Roswell. Guests can choose from projects like charm necklaces, bracelets, candles, charcuterie boards, custom hats and glass and shell art.
You can now find Pipitone, along with her staff, greeting and helping visitors channel their inner crafter. A common theme among the staff is the love for people.
Employee Becky Williams said her favorite part of the job is learning about the people she meets.
“You always know how small this world is,” she said. “You really realize it when you interact with people, and you find out your interconnections.
The craft studio allows for friends and families to gather and connect in a creative outlet.
“People come here, and they have fun, they feel good,” Pipitone said.
Visitors Katherine Stoll helps her daughter, Vivi, pick out a hat to customize at the Red Seal Craft Studio in Roswell.
Katherine and Vivi Stoll visit the studio frequently to have their “mother-daughter dates.”
“Our favorite part is spending time together,” Katherine said.
Employees help facilitate the process from start to end, so that no matter the guest’s experience level, they can create something.
“You don’t need any experience, anybody can do it,” Pipitone said. “We provide all the materials, we provide all the instruction, so everybody can come, have fun and leave with something beautiful.”
As new owner, Pipitone’s visions for the craft studio incorporates ways to encourage friends and family to spend time together. She said almost no one comes in alone.
To help facilitate Pipitone’s visions, the craft studio will begin to bring in outside artists and specialty workshops. She wants her guests to have access to “workshops that people might not have a chance to do otherwise.”
First up is a four-week Mahjong workshop to be held every Wednesday beginning March 5 from 10 a.m. to noon. Participants will learn how to play and the skills behind the game.
She also plans to “build retail,” by selling premade art.
“It brings people together to have fun, so if the people want it, I’ll give it,” Pipitone said.
