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Brushes, Booze, and Bride Squads: The Ultimate Guide to Chicago Group Classes

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August 2, 2023

Lights, camera, BATCH party! Hold onto your margarita glasses, because it’s time to enroll in some kickass classes with your girls. Step into the spotlight and shake up the night with cocktail sessions that'll have you strutting your stuff like a Chicago blues legend. And if you’re feeling crafty, there’s a candle-making class that emits serious #PartyVibes. Raise the curtain, strike a pose, and let the Windy City be the backdrop of your own unforgettable Chicago story. Grab your besties and shimmy until your garters break!

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The Artful Bachelorette: Cheeky & Tasteful Drawing Class Party with Male Model, Champagne & Group Photo

The Artful Bachelorette: Cheeky & Tasteful Drawing Class Party with Male Model, Champagne & Group Photo

What you’ll do: Looking to add a touch of sauciness to your BATCH party? Try a 2-hour nude muse drawing class! So, grab your besties and sip champagne, sketch like a pro, and let your creativity run wild. Don't worry if you're more stick figure than Michelangelo, our art teacher will guide you through the process that will leave you with a masterpiece that’s nakedly impressive! And to ensure your glass never goes dry, a charming (and shirtless) server will cater to your every drink desire. Let’s give the bride a tasteful risque experience complete with bubbly, snacks, and a group photo that will make you blush!

Special features: Sip and strip (it’s the cheeky pre-game of champagne and drawing sans drawers!); laid-back vibes (no stuffy art class here); supplies provided, just bring your squad; professional teachers for easy-to-follow instructions that even a kindergartener can master; and for groups of 15 or more, bride paints for free!*If you prefer to have the party at your place, we’ll come to you (teacher, sexy nude model, and supplies included). 8 guests minimum and you take care of the food and snacks.

Location: We come to you!

Group size & duration: Up to 10 guests  -  2-hours

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Mixology 101: The Speakeasy Art Behind Drinking

Mixology 101: The Speakeasy Art Behind Drinking

What you’ll do: Step into the world of Chicago's speakeasy secrets with our Mixology 101 experience. This roaring adventure takes you back to the Prohibition era, where flappers danced and bootlegged spirits flowed. Held at your venue of choice, it's a chance to master the art of crafting iconic Chicago cocktails. From the classic Southside to the sultry Whiskey Sour, our expert mixologists will guide you through the illicit world of secret recipes and hidden bars. So put on your finest Chicago-style attire, embrace the spirit of the Jazz Age, and let's raise a glass to a BATCH party that will have you saying, "That's the bee's knees!"

Special features: Shake, stir, and sip your way through a Craft Cocktail Making Mixology Workshop; the tantalizing tasting of 4-6 speakeasy-inspired cocktails; raise a glass with a full-size cocktail of choice; and leave with inspiration, recipes, and skills to impress at your next soirée.

Location: We come to you!

Group size & duration: Up to 8 guests  -  2-hours

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Sip & Paint Bachelorette Group Painting BYOB Party

Sip & Paint Bachelorette Group Painting BYOB Party

What you’ll do: Wine, snacks, and Picasso vibes – a match made in creative heaven. Artistic newbie? No worries, our artist extraordinaire will be your guiding light. Can't paint like a pro? Just sip wine and marvel at your friends' strokes. Remember, wine makes art shine, even if it's just stick-figures. Choose a private studio, or outdoor oasis, or let the artist bring the canvas to you.

Special features: Theme it up (create your own vibe and jam to your crew’s beats); art without the pretense (just laid-back fun); VIP consultation (consult with our dedicated manager to nail down every detail); all supplies provided (we’ve got easels, canvas, brushes, and more!); BYOB cheers (we’ve got the glasses and openers, you bring the good stuff!); and a pro teacher to paint and teach in a cool, easy way.

Location: We come to you!

Group size & duration: 3-20 guests  -  1-hour

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Professionally Written Hashtags for BATCH Parties, Bridal Showers, and Weddings

Professionally Written Hashtags for BATCH Parties, Bridal Showers, and Weddings

What you'll do: Don’t settle for basic hashtags when you can have hashtag brilliance! Forget about relying on generic online generators (snore). Our team of seasoned writers is ready to curate personalized hashtags that are witty, charming, and tailor-made for your BATCH party. We’ll make sure every hashtag shines brighter than a diamond ring!

Special features: Hashtag enchantment (adding that extra sparkle to your Insta game); creativity on demand (because not all of us were blessed with hashtag genius); pro-written perfection (greatness that even Shakespeare would envy); we’ll theme it up (and make your social media shine like a Hollywood star); and support for the MOH (we’ve got your back from shower to wedding).

Location: We come to you!

Group size & duration: 3, 5, or 12 hashtags  -  1-hour

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Candle Making Classes on Michigan Avenue in Chicago

Candle Making Classes on Michigan Avenue in Chicago

What you'll do: Candle making just got a whole lot cooler. Join us for a hands-on experience where you'll learn to craft your own 100% soy wax candles that will leave everyone in awe. Get ready to blend fragrances like a boss, pour your creativity into custom vessels, and create candles that are as unique as you are. No limits, just pure candle-making magic that will spark joy.

Special features: Sip, pour, wax on with complimentary wine or BYOB to keep the good times flowin’; rock out to your own curated playlist (and set the perfect ambiance); bring your own food (so you don’t get hangry); discounted parking; and customize your candles and fragrances, because it’s your scent, your story!

Location: 900 N Michigan Ave Level 3, Chicago, IL 60611

Group size & duration: Cost is per person  -  1-hour and 15-minutes or 1-hour and 30-minutes, depending on package

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Street Art Workshop

Street Art Workshop

What you'll do: Looking for a spray-tastic adventure for your BATCH? Studio W.I.P. Chicago has got you covered. Dive into the captivating realm of street art and learn the secrets of spray paint wizardry. Whether you're an art aficionado or a newbie, our Studio W.I.P. artists will school you in the ways of aerosol art, stencil mastery, and graffiti style. And guess what? It's BYOB, so bring your liquid inspiration to fuel your artistic flair. As a sweet bonus, you get to snag a mini-canvas from the communal wall, making it a rebelliously cool keepsake.

Special features: Artsy creations that fit snugly in your carry-on bag; no smelly fumes, just VOC-free paint for a breath of fresh air; aprons and gloves provided; cash bar for liquid inspiration; BYOB (save money where you can!); and curate your perfect playlist - rock on, babes!*Custom Stencils and Group canvas upgrade available

Location: 3525 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60651

Group size & duration: 8-15 guests  -  1-hour and 30-minutes

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Booze N' Brush Nearly Nude Painting Class with Model, Pro Instructor, and Penis Cake Add-ons

Booze N' Brush Nearly Nude Painting Class with Model, Pro Instructor, and Penis Cake Add-ons

What you’ll do: Paint the town red (and every other color in the palette) with a BATCH party experience that's straight out of an art lover's dream! Step into our private 2-hour painting class and prepare to be seduced by a muse so stunning, even the canvases blush. With a rockstar instructor leading the way, you'll tap into your inner Van Gogh and create jaw-dropping masterpieces that'll make Picasso himself do a double-take. But here's the best part: no artistic prowess required! Just bring your enthusiasm, your favorite drinks, and a rebellious spirit that's ready to splash, splatter, and conquer the art world, one brushstroke at a time.

Special features: Chill vibes, cheeky art (without the pretentiousness); Picasso-approved (paint those fine lines like a pro, with a little eye candy); fuel your creativity with a full bar; your place, your masterpiece (choose your venue and we’ll come to you!); painting supplies provided; and some packages offer a complimentary champagne bottle!

Location: 209 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60606

Group size & duration: Individual VIP Tickets, VIP Package for up to 8 or 15 people  -  2-hours

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Painting with Coffee: BYOB Bachelorette Party Kickoff with Coffee Tastings & Painting Activities

Painting with Coffee: BYOB Bachelorette Party Kickoff with Coffee Tastings & Painting Activities

What you’ll do: Wake up and smell the creativity at our BYOB coffee painting class! Learn the secrets of brewing your own perfect cup (no Keurig or fancy machines needed) while creating art that's so good, it could be hanging in a hipster coffee shop. It's a blend of artistry and coffee addiction that even Lorelai Gilmore would approve of!

Special features: Coffee, canvas, and cocktails (do I need to say more?); booze & brews (BYOB and mix your favorite spirits with coffee for the ultimate concoctions); java-genius instructor (learn the craft from a pro); and leave the supplies to us, just show up and sip up!

Location: 1821 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60622

Group size & duration: Groups of 3-20 people  -  2-hours

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BYOB Art Party With Drinks, Laughs & Nude Models

BYOB Art Party With Drinks, Laughs & Nude Models

What you’ll do: Get ready for an art party that's more rebellious than Banksy, more vibrant than a Jackson Pollock masterpiece, and more unforgettable than the Mona Lisa smile! You’ll learn to master the art of drawing a nude model - it’s the kind of experience that will make art history blush with envy. Gather your besties, grab your brushes, bring your favorite libations for a night of sketching, sipping, and scandalous strokes.

Special features: BYOB (booze to paint the canvas red); choose your artistic path - painting or figure drawing; instructors to guide you with Picasso-level finesse; choose a sexy model (male or female) to grace your canvas, adding a touch of ooh-la-la to your strokes; sip on complimentary champagne; we’ve got the art supplies covered; and create snap-tastic memories with a group photo (stunning model included!).

Location: 1821 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60622

Group size & duration: 3-20 guests  -  2-hours

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