The Hive of Creativity: The Community is Buzzing

In the heart of Topeka, Kansas, a new business has emerged, known as The Hive. This endeavor is spearheaded by the passionate and talented owner, Chris Page. Her journey into the world of creativity began at a young age with her mom, who was a true "creator," sparking a love for all things artistic in Chris. Little did she know that later in her youth her mother would secretly enroll her in floral design school, which set her on a path to discovering her true passion.

Growing up on a farm, Chris developed a strong work ethic, which she carried into her adult life. At the young age of 19, she opened her first flower shop in Nortonville, and eventually, she moved to Topeka when she married her love, Wayne, 24 years ago. Together, they have built a beautiful family with two adult children, Hannah and

The name "The Hive" was thought of by Chris's friend, Autumn, who learned about Chris's inspiring story and business dream, during a trip to Florida. The name was a homage to Chris's mother, fondly known as Queen Bee by her grandchildren. Just like her mom, Chris possesses a diverse range of talents, and she loves learning new crafts and attempting various media.

With The Hive, Chris wanted to create a space where people could come together and enjoy the process of crafting, irrespective of their skill level. It is all about the joy of creation, whether with friends, in moments of relaxation, or when learning new skills. Crafting provides a way for people to unwind, relieve stress, and create something meaningful.

The fall lineup of workshops at The Hive is brimming with excitement and creativity. From chunky blankets and personalized candle scents to macrameE items and wreaths, the offerings are catered to a wide range of interests. They even have workshops on Cricut machines, flower arranging, and a special homemade Christmas series.

Beyond workshops, The Hive welcomes parties for all ages, offering delightful experiences for bachelorettes, bridal showers, DIY brides, birthday celebrations, and even work retreats and teambuilding events. The store is open to all, with drop-ins encouraged during business hours to indulge in quick and fun 30-minute crafts, perfect for a lunch hour escape.

Chris's vision for The Hive extends beyond workshops and crafting into a gift shop setting. She has already introduced the Baby Bee line and carries various kitchen and household items. She has begun to carry items to create gift baskets for all ages and wants the store to feature even more products from local artisans. In her heart, she hopes to broaden the workshops through collaborations with talented artists willing to share their skills.

As this new business grows, Chris is still figuring out how The Hive fits into the community, and she is open to suggestions and is always looking for ways to contribute and collaborate.

Chris really has a heart for community. During the Covid pandemic, she created the porch tour, which was a huge success that raised funds to provide Christmas to those in need. Despite a setback due to a foot injury, Chris is hopeful that the porch tour might return, driven by her desire to help underprivileged children and those facing challenges.

Besides running The Hive, Chris and Wayne are both licensed REALTORS with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Wostal Realty, contribute to the community in multiple ways through their real estate business as well.

Above all, The Hive is about building a supportive and inclusive community through crafting and creating. Chris has aimed to make everyone feel accomplished, loved, and encouraged after each workshop. She also has kits for those who can't attend in person and makes sure to have take-home kits available with all the supplies, detailed instructions, and step-bystep videos, making creativity accessible to everyone, even those outside of Topeka.

With The Hive buzzing with creativity, Chris Page has found her calling in bringing people together through the joy of crafting, one artistic endeavor at a time. Make sure you check out The Hive’s creative calendar and see which class you’re ready to dive into. Make sure you give The Hive a follow on social! If you have any questions, please reach out to:

Chris@thehiveworkshops.com https://www.thehiveworkshops.com/

Book your day for creativity now!