Bismarck, N.D. – A fresh addition to the city’s small‑business scene opened its doors this week, giving locals a place to get artistic and sip a refreshing drink. Sip and Swirl combines a paint‑your‑own pottery studio with a custom soda bar, creating a unique, family‑oriented experience for the community.
What visitors can expect
Guests can walk in without an appointment, choose from dozens of ceramic pieces priced between $10 and $50, and select a paint style that matches their taste. Finished items can be taken home the same day or left to be fired in the studio’s kiln, allowing for a quick creative burst or a longer‑term project.
“It was kind of something that merged inside my head. I thought, ‘oh, you know, custom sodas are becoming really big.’ That would be fun. But also, I know in Minot, they have a really cool pottery painting place,” said owner Tina Kitzman. “So I thought, let’s combine the two.”
A space for families and groups
While walk‑ins are welcome for casual painting, Sip and Swirl also offers private party rooms that can be booked online for birthdays, office gatherings, or any celebration that calls for a hands‑on activity. The venue’s flexible layout makes it suitable for small groups of friends as well as larger corporate events.
Supporting local creativity
The opening aligns with Bismarck’s growing emphasis on supporting local entrepreneurs and providing wholesome, family‑friendly entertainment options. By offering a creative outlet that does not rely on screens, Sip and Swirl gives parents a constructive alternative for after‑school or weekend outings.
Local residents have already praised the concept. One early visitor noted, “My kids love being able to paint something they can keep, and the soda flavors are a fun twist.” The soda bar features a rotating selection of handcrafted flavors, allowing patrons to experiment with new taste combinations each visit.
Looking ahead
Owner Tina Kitzman plans to expand the menu of soda flavors and introduce seasonal pottery designs that reflect North Dakota’s heritage and natural beauty. She also hopes to partner with local schools for art‑focused field trips, further embedding the business within the community.
Sip and Swirl’s opening adds another vibrant option to Bismarck’s downtown corridor, reinforcing the city’s reputation as a place where family values, creativity, and entrepreneurship thrive together.
Original reporting: KFYR-TV Bismarck (news) — read the source article.
