Crafty Shack

THE CRAFTY STAFF﻿
All of the staff members at The Crafty Shack are extremely passionate about the creative process. They put their heart and emotions into their teaching, utilizing their training and sharing them with the community.Here, it is as much about the process as it is the outcome.

CARRIE

Owner

"I am the owner of The Crafty Shack, fulfilling a lifelong dream to turn art and creativity into my full-time career. I am passionate about inspiring creativity in individuals of all ages, from 1 to 100. As a self-taught artist, I have completed numerous courses to enhance my skills. Additionally, I am a certified teacher affiliated with two painting companies. My preferred medium is underglaze, which allows me to express my artistic vision uniquely."

Nikki

Manager, Greenware Specialist & Ceramic Teacher

"I have extensive experience at The Crafty Shack, where I take great pride in sharing a variety of artistic techniques. My specialties include dry brushing and kids’ canvas projects, which I find especially rewarding to teach."

Erin

Manager, Wheel Thowing Pottery, Ceramic & Canvas Teacher

"I joined the Crafty Shack team in the summer of 2018. Among various methods, I specialize in dry brushing, a technique I find most effective for achieving detailed and textured finishes."

Lauren K

Manager & Ceramic Teacher

"I have worked with the Crafty Shack family for many many years.  My specialties include helping with kids camps and birthday parties.  My favorite painting techniques are using glaze and dry brushing with acrylics."

Kim

Ceramic & Canvas Teacher

"As long as I can remember I have had a passion to envision and design new and interesting things. I love helping others bring out their artistic side…..so come on in, let’s create something!"

justine

Shift Supervisor, Hand Building Clay Teacher & Social Media Specialist

"I have taken 3 years of ceramic classes in high school and like helping people create art that they are proud of. I specialize in hand building and am always ready to teach people new techniques."

wyatt

Slip Casting Specialist

"I have been a part of the Crafty Shack since its opening in 2001, growing up alongside the business while gaining valuable experience and building lasting relationships with our loyal customers."

melissa

Party Specialist, Kids Camp & Ceramic Teacher

"I was hired at Crafty Shack in the summer of 2021. I really enjoy helping customers with their pieces. My favorite painting techniques include using underglazes and dry brushing with acrylics."

julia

Ceramic Teacher & Greenware Specialist

"I have been working at the Crafty Shack since the start of summer 2022. This is a great place to come if you want to relax and paint! We offer many different techniques of painting but my favorites are underglazes and glitter!"

lauren B

Party Specialist & Ceramic Teacher

"I was hired at The Crafty Shack in the summer of 2022. I love helping kids paint during parties, camps and just open studio time and have a fantastic time while dong it!"

aurora

Party Specialist & Ceramic Teacher

"I was hired in the summer of 2024 and started off right away assisting with kids camps and birthday parties."

jillian

Party Specialist & Ceramic Teacher

"I have taken 6 art courses throughout high school that have allowed me to expand my creative abilities. I love being able to help customers create their own unique pieces of art."

brandon

Stock Associate

"I have been working at The Crafty Shack since 2021. I keep the shelves stocked and do general maintenance and cleaning."

addy

Party & Camp Specialist

"I love assisting with kids camps and birthday parties."

sam

Party & Camp Specialist

"I have been working at The Crafty Shack since April of 2025. I enjoy helping out with summer camps, parties and just around the shop. I love seeing the amount of passion that everyone puts into their art!"