VERNON HILLS, Ill. (April 16, 2026) &ndash; <a href="https://www.colormemine.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Color Me Mine</a>, the leading paint-your-own-pottery franchise, is opening a new Vernon Hills location, continuing to enchant the greater Chicagoland area with a world of artistic possibilities. Located at 701 N. Milwaukee Ave, Suite 184, Color Me Mine Vernon will officially celebrate its debut April 24 with a full day of family-friendly festivities. 
The new studio is owned and operated by local mother-daughter duo Skylar and Stacy Sinram, both native Chicagoans. Stacy, a retired elementary school teacher, brings a lifelong passion for fostering creativity and working with children. Skylar has always had a passion for art and discovered her love for the brand while working at another Color Me Mine studio, where she started in a part-time role and grew into a leadership position after a few years with that studio. Inspired to take the next step, the pair decided to open their own studio together, creating a welcoming space where families can connect, celebrate, and explore their artistic side. 

&ldquo;Opening a Color Me Mine is a dream come true for us,&rdquo; said Skylar Sinram. &ldquo;I have seen firsthand the impact a creative space like this can have on a community, and we&rsquo;re excited to bring that experience to Vernon Hills. We hope to create a place where the community can come together, celebrate and express their creativity in a fun, welcoming environment.&rdquo;

Grand Opening Day Highlights April 24 include: 

&middot;All day celebration from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. 
&middot;Official ribbon-cutting ceremony held in partnership with the local Chamber of Commerce At 4 p.m
&middot;Complimentary snacks and soft drinks are available throughout the day, with cotton candy from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Exclusive Opening Day Offers include: 

&middot;$15 off for the first 15 painters 
&middot;Receive a spin-to-win prize with every ceramic purchase 
&middot;Enter for a chance to win a $50 gift card
&middot;Customers get $10 off when signing up for a future event on the day of the grand opening 
&middot;Customers save $40 when reserving an in-studio party on the day of the grand opening
&middot;All current or new VIP members can pick a free $25 piece to decorate 

Color Me Mine Vernon Hills is more than just a pottery painting studio; it's a creative hub that encourages people to disconnect from technology, spend time bonding with friends and family, relax after a busy day, tap into their artistic side and most importantly &ndash; have fun. Guests will enjoy time together while they paint their chosen pottery piece, they then will leave their painted pottery to be glazed and fired and can pick up their kiln-fired masterpiece in about a week. Color Me Mine in Vernon Hills is the ideal place for anyone to gather for a fun and fulfilling experience. With a legacy spanning over 30 years and more than 140 locations worldwide, Color Me Mine is celebrated for its commitment to fostering creativity, relaxation and community engagement through &lsquo;The Art of Having Fun.&rsquo;
Color Me Mine Vernon Hills is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Every month, Color Me Mine will host a series of events, found on their <a href="https://vernonhills.colormemine.com/calendar/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">calendar page</a>. 
For more information about Color Me Mine in Vernon Hills, please visit <a href="http://www.vernonhills.colormemine.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.vernonhills.colormemine.com</a>
or call (847) 549-3071.

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