Long Island DIY classes: Make your own sourdough, floral wreaths and more

When she wants to get her creative juices flowing and indulge in self care, Jill Olish heads to Growin Shade in Islip, where she’s taken paint and sip, terrarium, candle making and flower bouquet workshops.
“I love how small and intimate the groups are,” says Olish, 36, who owns woman’s support group Mama Outspoken and lives in Patchogue. “The attention we get from whoever is leading the workshop is super personal, one-on-one, pretty much.”
On self care nights, Olish usually goes solo to the workshops, she says, “So I could focus on me,” adding she’ll also sometimes bring a mom who could also use a fun, creative diversion in her life.