Pottery Painting
Painting pottery is easy at The Magic Paintbrush.

  • Pick a piece of bisque - we have lots to choose from!
  • Plan your design - we have stencils, stamps and books to help you!
  • Pick your colors - we have dozens of non-toxic colors to make your piece exactly what you want!
  • Paint your piece - take all the time you want. Feel free to bring snacks or drinks if you wish. Relax and have fun!
  • Fire it up - leave your piece with us for about a week, and we will fire it and you can pick it up.


  • Glass Fusing Made Simple
    Glass fusing follows a simple step-by-step process.
  • Chose a size, shape and color for your base. Also decide if you would like to have your glass piece slumped into a shape like a bowl, plate, or votive.
  • Pick your decorating glass colors. Shapes can be cut with tools or you can use pre-cut chips, strips, rods, noodles(thin strips), or frit (powdery glass).
  • Create your design! Stack your glass pieces in layers or mosaic style. Attach it to the base with a little glue.
  • Your glass will go into the kiln to be flattened or fused. If you desire to slump your glass into a shape, it will go through the kiln a second time. Please see staff to inquire about glass turn-around time.


    Mosaics That You Take Home The Same Day.
  • Select a surface. We have plaques, frames, clocks, mirrors and trivets in many styles.
  • Choose from a selection of glass pieces, tiles, gems and many others.  These pieces are then glued to your surface leaving a small space in between for grouting.
  • After the glue has been allowed to dry for 24 hours, you have a completely functional piece.  However, the cost of the piece includes a grout kit for you to take home if you prefer that look.
  • Mix your grout. Just add a little water until the grout is an oatmeal-like consistency. Working in small sections, work grout into crevices on your piece making sure to get the sides. After allowing the piece to dry for a few minutes, take a dampened sponge and wipe off the piece. Let it dry and enjoy!
  • Hours
    Mondays - Closed (except for school holidays and by appointment)
    Tuesday - Saturday - 10am - 8pm
    Sunday - 12pm - 6pm
    Contacts
    943 Marina Village Parkway
    Alameda, CA 94501
    Tel: 510-523-6244
    Stories
    "We love the beautiful and airy shop, and there is a wonderful selection. The kids loved and it and it was great for all ages." Karen, mom of 3