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Take Care of Your New Tattoo

Now that you’ve got your new ink, you want to make sure you take excellent care of it to avoid infection and keep it looking pristine for years to come. Here’s how to care for your new tattoo: Remove the bandage after 1-4 hours. If your tattoo is bigger/higher trauma (color, solid, sensitive areas) leave…

5 Awesome Things You Probably Didn't Know About Pottery

Whether you’re already a pottery student with a fierce hunger for knowledge or everything you know about pottery comes from the movie “Ghost,” there are lots of fun facts floating around about pottery. Check these out, learn something new and if it sparks your interest, come on out to our Intro to Pottery Wheel Throwing…

Fredericksburg Earth Day Festival 2016

Looking for something fun (and free) to do on Saturday, April 23rd? Join Figure 8 Ink Studios and many other area businesses as we celebrate Earth Day with hands-on exhibits, live music delicious food and more. The festival will take place at Old Mill Park in Fredericksburg with extra parking at James Monroe High School.…

Spring Crafts for Kids

Spring Crafts for Kids Springtime brings nature’s palette of vivid greens, bright flowers and crystal blue skies to inspire works of art. Sit down with your kids and create some lasting memories and beautiful works of art together. Here are a few crafts to try with your kids this spring.     Materials Watercolors (washable…

6 Reasons You Need Paint Parties in Your Life Right Now

Paint parties are all the rage right now, and for good reason. Art has so many benefits for your mind, body and soul and people are discovering that painting in a group setting is a relaxing and fun way to spend a few hours. Here are 6 great reasons to come to one of our…