As fall settles over Nashville, Tennessee, cozy vibes are at an all-time high, and what better way to spend the season than painting pottery or customizing your own cowboy hat? Between the stress of midterms and chaos of football games, students are looking for a creative escape. If this sounds like you, we’ve got you covered with the ultimate Nashville craft guide!
I’m constantly hearing my peers say, “I spent the day rotting on Tik Tok,” or “I wish I explored more of Nashville this year.” So, I have gathered some of the city’s most creative spots to ditch the scroll and make the free time more memorable. Whether you’re into fashion, beauty or home decor, there’s something for everyone. Most experiences listed require a fee but are well worth it.
Fashion
Little Words Project:
Located right on Broadway, Little Words Project offers a hands-on bracelet making experience with endless colors, beads, words and fun! This spot is great for friends who want to make matching bracelets or for crafting a personalized gift for someone special. Their motto, “stack your story, layer up and share how you’re loving yourself with Little Words,” captures the magic of this creative and empowering experience.
Walker Jewelry:
Walker Jewelry brings Copenhagen-style sustainable jewelry to East Nashville, and what better way to elevate your look than with a one-of-a-kind handcrafted ring? From gold and silver to gemstones and wedding rings, Walker Jewelry has it all. What better way to support local artisans than by learning the art of sustainable jewelry-making while designing your very own piece?
Rustler Hat Co.:
It’s time to embrace Nashville’s southern charm with a personalized cowboy hat from Rustler Hat Co. First, you’ll go through a head-fitting and then choose your favorite style and unique details that will really help make this hat yours. Whether you spice it up by branding your name, adding a feather or even a pin, these vintage hats are just as sleek as they are personal. Make a stop in the Gulch to craft your hat, then rock your fresh look on Broadway.
Decor
Amelia’s Flower Truck:
Feeling like the walls of Lewis and Morgan could use a little life these days? Brighten up your dorm with some fresh flowers, handpicked from Amelia’s Flower Truck. You’ll be impressed by the darling choice of colorful flowers and the charming vintage truck displaying them! Amelia’s Flower Truck is mobile, so follow their Instagram to see where in Nashville they will pop up next or check out their in-person storefronts located on the west side of Nashville and southeast Nashville!
PaddyWax Candle Bar
As fall and winter approach, everyone needs the perfect cozy candle. On 11th Avenue South at PaddyWax Candle Bar, you can become a real chandler and craft your own candle from scratch. Once you’re there, you can choose from a large variety of stylish vessels and blended scents to piece together your candle. This experience is fun and relaxing and is a fantastic way to celebrate a birthday or have a casual night out.
Bushfire Pottery Studio
If you want to take a trip to Green Hills, there is the chance to get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing at Bushfire Pottery Studio. With over 400 pottery pieces to choose from and every color you could imagine, Bushfire Pottery Studio is a lovely place to spend a crafty afternoon. Once you’ve finished your masterpiece, pick up your pottery just a week later, and enjoy your new handmade decor.
Haus of Yarn
Just 15 minutes from campus, take knitting classes at Haus of Yarn and knit that sweater you’ve always wanted to make. Haus of Yarn will teach you the basics of knitting and have drop-in hours where you can bring any knitting issues to the team for advice and fixes! You can also sign up for knitting classes here to make friends in the local community who share a love for crafting.
Beauty
Lip Lab
For makeup lovers and creative spirits alike, Lip Lab offers a chic space to design your own custom products. Choose a base — lip gloss, lipstick, balm or cheek stick— then test colors, add a scent and engrave your name. Next time you’re near Broadway, stop by Lip Lab to make your very own signature look.
Story Perfume Library Nashville
Unleash your inner perfumer at Nashville’s very own Story Perfume Library. Bring your dream scent to life during the hands-on perfume workshop experience, giving you the liberty to explore over 300 fragrance notes and create your unique scent. If you ever want to explore Old Hickory, Nashville, here is a luxurious, relaxing spot that lets you tell a story through fragrance — and leave with something special.
