Leading Paint-Your-Own-Pottery Franchise Adds Two Studios, Eyes Further Growth in Tar Heel State 

NEW ORLEANS, LA. (October 1, 2025) –  Color Me Mine, the leading paint-your-own-pottery franchise, is accelerating growth across the state of North Carolina with new franchise agreements that will bring its creative, hands-on experience to more people across the state. Recognized by the International Franchise Association as a top market for franchise growth, North Carolina is the ideal destination for entrepreneurs looking to introduce the brand’s “Art of Having Fun” to new audiences.

Two new franchise deals were awarded that will introduce Color Me Mine studios to key markets in North Carolina in 2026. David Diaz, a former police officer and NC local, will bring a studio to South Charlotte, and Maria and Tim Kenney, a husband-and-wife duo with backgrounds in sales, engineering and entrepreneurship, will open a new location in Raleigh.

Since 2014, Color Me Mine has operated a studio in Cary, NC, becoming a local favorite for families and community members looking for a unique arts and crafts entertainment experience. Looking to build upon the recent growth in the state, Color Me Mine is actively targeting further expansion in the greater Charlotte, Greensboro and Raleigh-Durham areas.

“Color Me Mine has been part of my family’s story since our time living in New York City, where we would visit our local studio to slow down, unplug and make memories together,” said David Diaz, franchise owner of the South Charlotte studio currently in development. “As a former police officer, I know how important it is to build relationships with the community, so we are excited to bring Color Me Mine to South Charlotte and build a welcoming and safe space where families can create, celebrate and making lasting memories of their own.”

Founded in 1991 in Los Angeles, Color Me Mine is the only paint-your-own pottery franchise in the industry and was acquired in 2020 by Twist Brands LLC, the dominant leader in the growing arts and crafts as entertainment vertical. With more than 135 locations, each strategically selected to align with the brand’s mission of fostering creativity and community engagement, Color Me Mine is well-positioned to expand its reach through franchising in the projected $70 million arts and crafts industry across the United States.

“North Carolina represents an exciting chapter in our growth story,” said Teresa Johnson, CEO of Color Me Mine. “We’ve witnessed how much the community in Cary values a welcoming space to create and connect, and we’re thrilled to bring that same energy to the new studios in Charlotte and Raleigh. This is a state full of passionate entrepreneurs, and we look forward to partnering with them to share the Color Me Mine experience with thousands more families throughout the region.”

Color Me Mine is actively seeking qualified franchisees throughout the U.S. to join in the fun. Potential franchisees should be passionate entrepreneurs who are excited about making meaningful connections with their community. The brand had an average unit volume of $478,776 in 2024 and the total initial investment to open a franchise is between $180,000-$437,700. Color Me Mine’s proven model is a fit for first time business owners, art professionals and families looking to build their legacy.

To learn more about franchising opportunities with Color Me Mine, visit colormeminefranchising.com. To find a studio near you, visit colormemine.com.

About Color Me Mine
Color Me Mine was founded in 1991 and is based in New Orleans, LA. It is the only contemporary paint-your-own-pottery franchise in the industry, and has an international presence with more than 135 locations across the United States, Canada, Costa Rica, and the Philippines. Acquired by Twist Brands LLC in 2020, Color Me Mine provides guests with the “The Art of Having Fun” through a unique pottery painting experience in a welcoming, relaxing environment. Guests can choose from hundreds of ceramic pieces to paint, and enjoy an hour or two of entertainment while making meaningful connections and memories with friends and family while creating a unique piece of art. Ceramic pieces are then glazed, fired, and picked up later. For more information, visit www.colormemine.com.

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