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Paint and Sip: Disco Balls, Mocktails, and Curated Vibes

Alysse BrysonBy Alysse BrysonMay 23, 20254 Mins Read
SOBER AF Bottle Shop Tacoma Paint and Sip
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Let’s get one thing straight: this ain’t my first rodeo at SOBER AF Bottle Shop in Tacoma—and I guarantee it won’t be my last. Why? Because the space is hella cool, the vibes are immaculate, and Stephanie (the fearless founder and Chief Curator of All Things Fun) has built a sober sanctuary that gives Studio 54 a run for its money—minus the hangover and questionable life choices.

And, okay fine, it’s also 20 minutes from my house. So yes, I’m biased. And yes, I will absolutely keep writing about it. Feel free to send all complaints to my curated Lego collection, which I acquired at a previous event (more on that in a sec).

In case you missed it, you can catch my first swoon-fest over SOBER AF here:
👉 SOBER AF in Tacoma is a Sober Party Vibe

🍸 Building Blocks and Booze-Free Bliss

Last week’s Retro Night was straight out of a Technicolor dream. Think fabulous non-alcoholic cocktails and grown adults deep in focused silence while assembling Lego roller skates, cameras, and record players. (Some might call it “healing your inner child”—I call it Thursday.)

Ticket prices? Accessible and genius. $25 gets you entry and one mocktail. Upgrade to $45 and you get to take your Lego masterpiece home. Obviously, I shelled out for the keepsake—this is a Curated Crafts column, after all. It was like summer camp meets sober speakeasy, and I chatted with more new friends in two hours than I did on all of Hinge last year.

Sober Curator Pro Tip: Check out my IG Reel of this event HERE.


🎨 Disco Ball Cherries? Yes, Please.

But the recent Paint and Sip event? It filled my curated crafts love tank right to the brim. The Sober Curator PNW Squad showed up in full force—shoutout to Sarah Alaimo and Carolyn Bunn for rolling deep and rolling brushes.

The task of the evening: Paint your very own disco ball cherries. I mean, is there a more iconic metaphor for sober sparkle? I think not. The instructor, who also happens to be the mural mastermind behind the artwork on the walls at SOBER AF, guided us step-by-step, letting our inner Picassos shine.

And yes, we sang, we joked, and we even cried (happy tears only) while celebrating a 5-year sober milestone for one of the guests. Stephanie, of course, was the hostess with the mostest—think mocktails, disco playlist, light snacks, face glitter, and even a little disco ball to take home. ✨ Because who doesn’t need a disco ball in their car? (It’s called driving with flair, Karen.)

🪩 Why It Matters

Let me be blunt: we need more places like this. Stephanie is doing the Lord’s work (or at least the Craft Goddess’s) by creating real-life, screen-free, judgment-free, alcohol-free experiences where folks can connect, laugh, get their hands dirty with paint or plastic bricks, and maybe even heal a little. If you’re anywhere near Tacoma, make SOBER AF Bottle Shop your next stop. It was recently featured on KING 5 Evening Magazine, so you know it’s the real deal. #IYKYK

Tacoma’s Sober AF offers 100% alcohol-free beverages

🔮 Final Thoughts

Between the playlists, paint, and people, these events are a blueprint for what the future of sober socializing looks like—welcoming, weird, and wildly fun. So pull out your glittery pants, grab a friend, and check the event calendar. Because whether it’s disco cherries, Lego cameras, or a mocktail tasting flight, SOBER AF is the vibe we’ve all been waiting for.

Stay curated, stay crafty, and stay sober AF. #becausedrunkneverlooksgood

Sober Curator Pro Tip: Check out my IG Reel of this event HERE and be sure to follow @soberaf253 on the ‘Gram.


Curated Crafts by The Sober Curator provides art therapy ideas

CURATED CRAFTS at The Sober Curator is all about keeping your hands busy and your mind inspired in sobriety. Whether you’re diving into art therapy, channeling your inner Sober Picasso, or laughing your way through a Pinterest fail, creative expression can be a powerful tool for stress relief and emotional healing. Crafting isn’t about perfection—it’s about expanding your mind, expressing your feelings, and having fun along the way.

Follow our latest DIY inspiration on Pinterest, or, if crafting isn’t your thing, check out our #QUITLIT section for book recommendations that feed the soul. You can also shop our curated list of supplies on our Amazon Storefront. 


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SOBER IN SEATTLE-TACOMA at The Sober Curator is your inside look at the city’s vibrant zero-proof and sober-curious scene—where alcohol-free living is as iconic as the Space Needle. From chic NA bottle shops to recovery game nights with the Seahawks or Mariners, we spotlight the best venues, events, and experiences that make Seattle’s sober culture shine.

Whether you’re a lifelong Seattleite, a visitor, or somewhere in between, you’re welcome to raise your glass—without the booze—and join a community that’s reshaping social life while putting wellness front and center.

Have an Emerald City event, product, restaurant, or story to share? Email thesobercurator@gmail.com or DM us on social—we’d love to feature it.


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We’re here to shatter the “sobriety is boring” myth with a mash-up of 80s neon, 90s hip-hop edge, early 2000s bling, and today’s hottest trends. From celebrity shoutouts to red-carpet style inspo, this is where sober is as chic as it is fun. To the celebs using their platform for good—our Sober Pop Trucker hats are off to you!

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