HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Thank you so much for sharing the holidays with us! Below you'll find our Holiday Hours!


Please keep in mind that Pick Up & Last Seating are 1 hour prior to close. If there are no painters seated one hour before our posted closing time we reserve the right to close early. Please call ahead if you are picking up items late in the day. Thank you!

HOLIDAY HOURS

Friday, December 24th - 10 AM to 4 PM
Saturday, December 25th - CLOSED for Christmas
Sunday, December 26th - Regular Hours Resume 12 PM to 5 PM


Friday, December 31st - 10 AM to 4 PM
Saturday, January 1st - 12 PM to 9 PM
Sunday, January 2nd - Regular Hours Resume 12 PM to 5 PM

REGULAR HOURS

Tuesday & Wednesday - 10 AM to 6 PM
Thursday - 10 AM to 7 PM (Adults Only After 5 PM)
Friday & Saturday - 10 AM to 9 PM
Sunday - 12 PM to 5 PM
Monday - Closed. Except for School Holidays and Select Reservations of 8 or more, made 48 hours in advance. To make a reservation call 407.688.7687.

SPECIAL EVENTS

For a list of all the special events,

please visit our website:

www.HotPotsSanford.com

Wacky Wednesday will be on: Wednesday, December 8th from 2 PM to 5 PM


Ladies' Night will be on it's regularly scheduled night: Thursday, December 16th at 5 PM


Family Night will be on: Friday, December 17th at 5 PM 
Please note: it will be the THIRD FRIDAY instead of the FOURTH FRIDAY in DECEMBER ONLY. This is to avoid Christmas Eve. 

Holidays Painting Ideas

Make reindeer footprints!
Great gifts for Mom, Dad, Grandma, & Grandpa!

Under $10!

• 8 oz. & 10 oz. Mugs
• Classic Round Salad & Dinner Plates
• Collectibles, including Santa & a Snowman
• Small Vases
• Business Card Holder

Ideas Include: 

1. Paint a Mug and then wrap it up with packaged Cocoa and Marshmallows!
   • Use a cute quote! For example: "Espresso Yourself," "Got Cocoa?" or "Snow Love Like Ours!"
2. "Nana's Lil Deer" on a Salad or Dinner Plate, with foot prints!
3. "Grandma's Lil Cowgirl" on a Salad or Dinner Plate, with foot prints!

   

   Cowgirl/Cowboy Footprints!
   Great gifts for Mom, Dad, Grandma, & Grandpa!

Under $20

• Cafe, Mocha, Coffee, & Travel Mugs
• Christmas Tree Plate
• Classic Round Chargers
• Square Salad and Dinner Plates
• Party Animals
• Banks: Pigs, Bears, Cats, Dogs, Dragons, and more.
• Oval Wall Plaque with beads.
• Individual Chip & Dip Bowl
• Cereal and Pasta Bowls
• Small or Medium Pet Dishes

Mugs, Tree Plates, and Snowman Salt and Pepper Shakers

Ideas Include: 

1. Paint a Christmas Tree Plate with the quote, "Dear Santa, I can explain!"
2. "Grandma's Angels" on a tall Coffee Mug.
3. "Santa's Cookies, Don't Touch!" on a Square plate.
4. A Bank with "Christmas Savings" written on it!

Under $50

Gifts that the whole family can share!

• Snowman Cookie Jar
• Designer Dog Bowl
• Serving Ware
• Large Vases - Tall or Classic
• Cake/Pie Plates
• Family Chip & Dip Bowl

Snowman Cookie Jar with matching dinnerware.

Ideas Include: 

1. Paint a Cake/Pie Plate to serve your favorite holiday goodies with!
2. The Snowman Cookie Jar will be everyone's favorite centerpiece! Ask us how to make snowflakes using paper! You can use the "Snowflake" idea on almost any piece of pottery!

"Starry Night" Cake Plate with Santa and His Reindeer

          We look forward to sharing this holiday season with you! What a wonderful time of year to spend with family and friends! And what better place to spend time sharing a fun and creative experience than at Hot Pots! 

HOT POTS' FUNDAYS ARE BACK!

Hot Pots' Fundays are back!!!

School's Out! Join us for a fun Halloween Project! 

Only $10 Per Person (Ages 7 and up)

Monday Funday

Orange County Schools are out!

Monday, October 18th 

11 AM or 2 PM (90 minute sessions)

Reserve your spot! Call 407.688.7687

Friday Funday

Seminole County Schools are out!

Friday, October 22nd 

11 AM or 2 PM (90 minute sessions)

Reserve your spot! Call 407.688.7687

Paint for a Cure

A Gift for Teaching

The Grand Debut of Disney Bisque!

Here are our first few samples of Disney pottery! We're so excited to share them with you!

Snow White, Dumbo, Ariel & Flounder

Come in and check out all the amazing, magical pieces!

We also carry Cinderella, Buzz Lightyear, Grumpy, and of course... Mickey and Minnie!

More Disney characters coming soon!

DISNEY

Disney Magic is on it's way!

Back to School Ideas

Dragon Banks

 It's back to school or off to college for many, but there's still time before the summer is over to make a memory at Hot Pots!

"Back to School" Ideas:

• Teacher Appreciation Gifts: Mugs, Apples, Banks, and more!
  
• Pencil cups to keep your desk tidy!
  
• A little too young for college? Paint a piggy bank and start saving your college fund! (Don't like pigs? You can paint a Dragon, Bear, Cat, Dog, or Fish Bank, too.)
  
• Off to college this month? Decorate your dorm room with personalized pieces like toothbrush holders, soap dispensers, Kleenex box holders, mugs, and more!

New! Family Night!

NEW! 

Family Night!!!

 

Introducing Hot Pots' brand new Family Night: 

Every Fourth Friday: 5 to 9 pm (Last Seating is at 8 pm)
Families of Four* or More Receive  

1/2 Price Studio Fees!!!

        Did you know? Your kids want more quality time with you! According to a report by New American Dream, "90% of kids 9-14 say that friends and family are way more important than things that money can buy." Painting pottery is an excellent way to bring the family together. Paint personalized pieces (like mugs or ice cream bowls) for each member of the family! Create something special together. It'll be a one-of-a-kind experience that you'll never forget.

*Immediate family only, i.e.: mom, dad, daughter, son, grandma, grandpa, granddaughter, or grandson.

Masterpiece Class

Thursday, June 24th

5:30 pm to 7:00 pm

Ask us how! This month's Masterpiece Class is a little different than those in the past. This month we'll be doing a "create your own" techniques class! You bring in ideas and we show you how to create your masterpiece! Want to learn how to blend colors? Sponge? Make bubbles? Fine lines? Watercolors? Just ask!

Prepaid Reservation Required
Admission: $30
Beverages Allowed
RSVP by June 23rd

Official Twilight Night Date

It's Official!

TWILIGHT NIGHT

JULY 2ND

5:00 to 9:00 PM 

 Which Team are you on?

• Watch The Twilight Saga: Twilight and New Moon
• Enjoy Twilight themed hors d'oeuvres and desserts
• Twilight Trivia
• Win prizes
• Paint Pottery!

RSVP REQUIRED by Thursday, July 1st
Call: 407.688.7687
Admission: *Prepaid $15 Minimum to Reserve Your Spot

Questions about the$15 Prepaid Minimum? Below are a few examples of how it works.


Example 1: Purchasing an item that costs more than $15.
Prepay your Spot: $15
Day-of Regular Studio Fee: $8
Day-of Dinner Plate: $10
You Owe: $3


Example 2: Purchasing an item that equals $15.
Prepay your Spot: $15
Day-of Regular Studio Fee: $8
Day-of Mini Vase: $7
You Owe: $0


Example 3: Purchasing less than $15.
Prepay your Spot: $15
Day-of Regular Studio Fee: $8
Day-of Small Heart Plaque: $5
Because the minimum is $15, we encourage you to choose an item that is equal to or more than $15 as we cannot provide a refund for the remainder.

Paint, Pose & Pamper Soiree

We'd like to thank everyone who participated in the Paint, Pose & Pamper Soiree for making it such a memorable event. It was fun, relaxing, and yes, even a little swanky! 

Special thanks to all of the downtown Sanford merchants who helped make the evening a true night of pampering!

Many Thanks to:

Creations by Chef Aaron - Chef Aaron poses with his amazing creation!

Exclusive Cuts

The talented hair and make-up artists pampered the ladies in style!

Cafe Rouge

 Last, but not least!

Bon Bon Studios

Memorial Day

  Join Hot Pots for our More the Merrier Sale!
We will be OPEN
on Memorial Day,
Monday, May 31st, from Noon to 5pm
(following the Sanford Memorial Parade and Remembrance Ceremony)

More the Merrier works like this:

Bring a friend & you each save 10%!
Bring 2 friends & all 3 save 15% 
Groups of 4 save 20%
Groups of 5 save 25%
Groups of 6 save 30%
Groups of 7 or more save 35%

It's the perfect time to paint a last-minute Teacher gift or start your Father's Day gifts!

Please call for reservations for groups of 5 or more, to insure your space at this event.
Last Seating is at 3:30pm!

Kids' Summer Workshops

Kids' Summer Workshops

Summer Camps are recommended for ages 7-12.
Advanced Registration is Required for all camps,
to guarantee your spot & your pottery!

Summer Camps Schedule
A half-day camp every Wednesday!
June 16 - August 18
10 am - 1 pm
Cost: $30 

Includes: Pottery, Instruction, & Lunch

 
RESERVATION REQUIRED

Sign up for any Wednesday or for the whole 10-weeks!

Each week features a different project and/or technique.

Teacher's Gifts

The year has flown by! There's still time to thank all of the special teachers that make a difference in our lives! Show them how much you care! Here are some excellent examples:

Father's Day Gift Ideas!

Father's Day is June 20th, 2010

Mother's Day was such a blast in the studio and now it's dad's turn! Dad's get Free Studio Fees (pottery not included) on Father's Day! And, dad's love hand painted, personalized gifts! Paint him a special keepsake that he'll keep forever. 

Here are some awesome gift ideas: 

• Hand print plates and cups with special quotes:
• "Hands Down Dad's BBQ is the best!"
• "You're the best Dad! Hands Down!"
• "#1 Dad"
• "Dad's Pizza Plate"
• "You Are Special"

• I Love Dad Mugs

• Coffee Mugs:
• "Papa's Java"
• "#1 Dad"

• Trophies
• Footballs, Basketballs, and more!

May's Masterpiece Class!

Masterpiece Class

Every Fourth Thursday

 5:30 PM

It's that time again! Join us Thursday, May 27th, 2010 at 5:30 pm, for our Watermelon Masterpiece Class! We'll create this fun, watermelon-themed, bowl that's perfect for all your summer picnics and barbecues! A prepaid reservation is required to participate. Call 407.688.7687 for more info!

RSVP
Call: 407.688.7687
Admission: $30
Includes: Pottery, Studio Fee, & Instruction
Beverages Allowed

Twilight Nights

Twilight Nights

Time and Dates TBD
We're looking for your feedback on the best dates & times! 
Make sure to leave your VOTE on the sidebar of our blog!
We'll announce the official Twilight dates the first week of June!

Celebrate the premiere of The Twilight Saga: Eclipse!

 Which Team are you on?

Twilight Fans! Bring your party to Hot Pots for an evening of all-things-Twilight!

• Watch Twilight and New Moon
• Twi-themed snacks and desserts!
• "Team Twilight" Trivia - win prizes!
• Drawings for Hot Pots goodies!

RSVP Required

Call: 407.688.7687 

This is a closed-door event. Space is Limited.

Admission: $15 Prepaid Minimum

www.HotPotsSanford.com

Paint, Pose, and Pamper Soiree

Paint, Pose, and Pamper Soiree

Wednesday, May 12 from 6:00-9:00 pm 

Join us for this fantastic closed-door event! 

Ladies, join us for a wonderful evening out with your friends! Hot Pots and Bon Bon Studios have partnered to create a wonderful evening for you at Hot Pots in Historic Sanford!

PAINT! Pick out a piece of pottery and paint to your heart's content!

POSE! Each person is assigned a time slot for hair and makeup touch ups, by Exclusive Cuts, (relax and paint until your time is called), then get your photo taken by Bon Bon Studios! This is not your average photo studio-see yourself in an entirely new way and boost your confidence! You'll receive a 4X6 print and the opportunity to order more!

PAMPER! Not only do you get your hair and make up done, but we're providing you with a taste of Sanford businesses, too! Enjoy hors d'oeuvres, sip wine, and treat yourself to delectable desserts! Plus, each guest will also receive a goodie bag and will be entered to win exclusive gifts and prizes during our Soiree drawing!

This evening is valued at well over $100! 

But you can Paint, Pose, and Pamper for only $49! 

RSVP

Call 407.688.7687. Space is limited.

Price of Admission: $49

Event Location: 

Hot Pots, A Paint Your Own Pottery Studio

215 East 1st St.

Sanford, FL 32771

www.HotPotsSanford.com

www.BonBonStudios.com

Celebrate Mom!

Mom's get Free Studio Fees on Mother's Day!!!

Mother's Day is a very special time for us at Hot Pots... because as a mother-daughter team we work hard together to make our store the best that it can be. And we're great friends, too! My mom is my idol, my hero, and my everything. I am blessed everyday that I get to come to work with her! I am so proud of what we've accomplished together and I hope that every customer feels the friendship and comfort we love so much in our studio.

This Mother's Day, take the opportunity to make something truly special and unique for Mom! A photo frame, coffee mug, hand print plates and more! We're here to give you ideas!


For Dads and Kids that want to make Mom a special surprise you can visit us for special "Be Mom's Hero" days! When you paint a gift for Mom on Saturday, April 24th or Saturday, May 1st you get free milk & cookies all day long!

Hot Pots Owner, Debra Lindgren with

daughter, Manager, Stephanie Finsterbush

Don't Forget! Mom's get Free Studio Fees on Mother's Day!!!

Congratulations to all the Spring Campers!!!

We had so much fun sharing our Spring Break with you! Congratulations on all of your hard work! Look at all the amazing projects you did!

Out of this world Space Boxes and Saucers!

Bubbly Bowls

Groovy Plates!

Stay tuned for more information about our Summer Workshops!!!

What are Masterpiece Classes?

You may have heard of our Masterpieces Classes before... but what are they?

Every 4th Thursday of the month we offer a workshop style class that teaches you new techniques. We walk you through the project step by step and answer all your questions! By the time you finish you are a bona fide artist!

Here are some examples of customer's artwork at our most recent Masterpiece Class!

FUNdraisers

Hot Pots has tons of ideas for your FUNdraisers!

• Earn money for your school, group, or team.
  
• Auction off your finished pieces at your special event.
• Create a Tile Wall for the classroom!
• Bring in a group to paint during a designated time and we'll donate a portion of sales to your group. The more you paint the larger the donation!
• Paint: In-Studio, On-Site, or grab a 3 day To-Go-Kit!

Give us a call for more info and a quote for your group! 407.688.7687

Check out ALL SOULS CATHOLIC SCHOOL'S recent creations at Hot Pots!
Visit their website at: http://www.allsoulscatholicschool.org/ascs/