Art By April Ryan
THISTLEDOWN BOUTIQUE
THISTLEDOWN BOUTIQUE
Curated by April Ryan, Fine Artist
Curated by April Ryan, Fine Artist
April has been a business owner, designer, artist and purveyor of all things beautiful for over 30 years. Her boutique, Thistledown Boutique is a multi-faceted space. Here are just a few of it's functions:
- Home decor, art, antiques & gift shop
- Paint parties, art classes, events & workshops
- Gallery to April's fine art
- Home decor, art, antiques & gift shop
- Paint parties, art classes, events & workshops
- Gallery to April's fine art
April, May hours Tuesday - Wedneday 11-5pm Thursdays 11-6pm Saturdays 11 - 3pm
Spring Gifts and Products
Now Available At Thistledown Boutique!
Specialty Teas, Imported Foods and Delectable Candies
Come discover our varied assortment of loose leaf teas, imported Irish foods, jams, jellies and sauces, delectable candies, biscotti and chocolate covered pretzels to choose from! Your taste buds won't be disappointed! Let us make a specialty gift basket for you, a friend or your business using our tasty treats. Gift baskets vary in price.
Wedding Dress Portraits Now Available! by April Ryan 2025
Come down to April's shop and discover her beautiful bridal dress portraits for the bride in your life!
Are you going to be a beautiful, blushing bride soon? Will you be attending a wedding soon? Come see me and what we can offer you to make your big day so special! I can help create beautiful and custom made wedding dress portraits for the special bride in your life!
Are you going to be a beautiful, blushing bride soon? Will you be attending a wedding soon? Come see me and what we can offer you to make your big day so special! I can help create beautiful and custom made wedding dress portraits for the special bride in your life!
Found and Freed Vintage and Boho Clothing, Furniture and Accessories.
Have you been wanting to freshen up your wardrobe and home with unique, vintage and bohemian items?
Found and Freed is a handpicked vintage and upcycled clothing, furniture and accessories line that will take your wardrobe and home to a whole new level! Fun and quirky, artsy and beautiful, your life will be brightened each day by the beauty you find in this collection. Find your own freedom of expression with this eclectic design and vintage flair, wearable art.
Hand painted clothing, appliques, and found vintage items will update your wardrobe and home whatever style you enjoy! Furniture is hand painted as well and accessories too.
Let our boutique help you find a great ensemble of old and new contemporary vintage and boho styles.
Now available at Thistledown Home and Art Boutique located at 151 South Main Street Washington, PA.
Check Out and Subscribe to Creative's Clan Podcast!
April Ryan and Laura Miller bring you creative inspirational podcast episodes on how to bring art and creativity into your life and find your inspiration to create! Come join us for these fun and relaxing conversations! Click the play buttons below to listen to the latest podcast episodes.
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APRIL'S FINE ART
EVENTS / CLASSES / WORKSHOPS
Annual Washington Wool Run May 3rd 10am
$0.00
Come join us for Washington's Running of the Wools annual sheep race in downtown Washington! Come enjoy some great shopping too in our boutique and find some goodies and great art to commemorate our local sheep farms and farmers. Festivities begin 10am! Free event
At this time we will not be having regular monthly classes. You may set up a paint party or private lessons with April at this time. Call 724-470-6143 for questions or more information
Private Art Lessons
April provides private art instruction for $50 an hour in various mediums
Laura Miller provides private instruction $50 an hour in watercolor and charcoal
Call 724-470-6143
GET A GIFT CERTIFICATE IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS FOR PRIVATE LESSONS!
Laura Miller provides private instruction $50 an hour in watercolor and charcoal
Call 724-470-6143
GET A GIFT CERTIFICATE IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS FOR PRIVATE LESSONS!
You can use PayPal buttons below to pay for classes just specify which event or class and your payment amount.
Reviews and TestimonialsChristal T.April carries quality products that are not just original, but also beautiful. Her handmade floral arrangements and paintings make my home feel cozy and welcoming.
I highly recommend Art by April Ryan / Thistledown Boutique! Hannah S.All around great place! From April herself, her staff, the variety of unique awesome pieces in the gift shop, to their well taught and Informative classes...
This place is a MUST try, you won't regret it! |
Winter Hours Begin January 2nd
CLOSED DEC 25th - JAN 1st Reopen January 2nd Sunday- closed Monday- closed Tuesday- 11-5pm Wednesday: 11-5pm Thursday: 11-6pm Friday: 11-5pm Saturday: 11-3pm Other hours by appointment for private shopping or classes call: 724-470-6143 to schedule a private shopping experience |
Testimonials
MEREDITH L.
Wonderful Instructor and wonderful time. April was very accommodating as well as very pleasant. Will definitely be doing this again! |
MARCY V.
I was invited to a private party for my friend. This was the most fun I have had in a long time. Very relaxing and the owner April Ryan is a class act! |
ALYSSA K.
I had an amazing time! I had so much fun! And to think, I didn’t think I had artistic ability! April makes the whole experience so fun and enjoyable! Great job! Can’t wait to come back! |