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1st Ever Meet Brunch TODAY!

This weekend is supposed to be lovely, and we’re kicking off August with our first ever Workshop Sunday Brunch! We will be cookin, mixin and makin it up for you guys from 11-3. We will be whipping up some breakfast snacks for you to enjoy, including sausages wrapped in bacon, veggie sausages and bratwursts. Yeah, I said it. Also, one of our favorite bartenders, Oliver from Thieves, will be doing his thing and mixing some of the best bloodies you’ve ever had, including our very own bacon bloody mary! Are you seeing a pattern yet?

You’ll be able to meet with our teachers, sign up for classes and shop our garage sale, with tons of wares from our favorite Workshop makers and some vintage too! So come chill with us outside of the classroom — we wanna make this one monthly block party that you will never miss. Let us know if you’re coming by RSVPing on Facebook. :] See you there!

–Monica

Comments Off August 1st, 2010 10:18 AM

Staghorn Ferns: Sassy, sustainable and super awesome!

Matti getting estatic over epiphytes!

Are you terrarium crazy? Can’t stop thinking about succulents, jars, toppers and soils? Are they taking over your place just like they’re taking over Workshop? Don’t fear. We have something new from our expert plant professors, Megan and Matti, that will feed the craving of needing more greenery on your walls and in your life. Staghorn Ferns, simply, are mounted wall plants that grow without dirt and, over time, grow into the wood they are mounted in. These plants are both beautiful and interesting, and would make for a refreshing mounted wall piece in your home. On their blog, Far Out Flora, Megan and Matti give us a little introduction to these fascinating plants. Nestling a little plant time in your weekend never seemed so appropriate!

Check out their blog post here, and sign up for the the first session of their class here.

–Monica

Comments Off July 28th, 2010 11:27 AM

Come See Us At The Indie Mart This Weekend!

The response from last month’s Indie Mart totally motivated us to step it up this month! Come check out our d.i.y. section where we’ll have stations for Terrariums, Sock Monsters, Pie In A Jar and a Heavy Metal Aerobics midday to keep the energy pumping. You can meet our teachers, pick up some new class flyers and pick up some “Drink Beer Make Stuff” T-Shirts.

You’re not gonna wanna miss it. When its only $3 to get in, its definitely a steal. Also, don’t forget to RSVP on Facebook to let us know you’re coming. See you Sunday!

Comments Off July 17th, 2010 10:52 AM

Have You Come By Our New Window Yet?

Our Terrarium classes have been a huge hit lately — each class is totally packed to the brim with people curious about our sassy succulents. The truth is that we are obsessive over them. The New York Times is, too. We always talk about different jars or containers we could use, what combinations of plants we can put together, and add that to visiting Flowercraft and Flora Grubb often so we can get inspiration…you could say we’re a little obsessed.

Kelly got creative with our window display a couple of weeks ago. What do you think? I love it! It makes coming into work really fun for me. :]

Come by and check it out, and come say hi. We want to spread the plant madness as much as possible, and coming soon to the Calendar will be classes on Staghorn Ferns, taught by the amazing Matty and Megan from Far Out Flora. They’re super adorable and their plant knowledge is amazing. We’re stoked to have them on our roster.
If you have any suggestions for any plant related classes, drop us a note by info@workshopsf.org. We looove feedback. :]

–Monica

Comments Off July 14th, 2010 03:28 PM

Dudes! Classes are up and kicking!

Get your hands on some fresh new teachings over at the calendar! Get to it! Before everyone else does!

http://www.workshopsf.org/?page_id=25

Comments Off June 29th, 2010 10:40 AM

Tutorial We <3: Frosted Doily Mirror

You can never have too many mirrors in your house. Whether its in the bathroom, the hall, your room or in the kitchen, they are always useful for catching that last minute fix-up before leaving the house. Brittini over at Paper N Stitch has a tutorial on how to make a home staple more feminine. The Frosted Doily Mirror is so easy, you can literally do it in between all of your house chores and it will be finished by the time you need to use it to get ready to go out. Such a cost effective, cute facelift to any wall or space where you can be as vain as your please. [via Design Sponge]

Comments Off June 22nd, 2010 01:04 PM

Tutorial We <3: Easy Filament Lights

For some reason, Design Sponge has been on a roll lately! We love their tutorial on filament lights — many people love this effect but are often intimidated, thinking it takes crazy electrician skills and a massive amount of work to put up. But honestly? It’s amazingly simple and in one weekend, you could have this great modern look in your place for cheap. The pictures are extremely helpful, and they even make it so you can fit any bulbs you like. Finally give the christmas lights a rest and light up your space! [via Design Sponge]

Comments Off June 21st, 2010 12:27 PM

Rad Shit: Free Stencil Download!

wall decoration and a serving tray? genius.

Hey pattern crazy peeps! Attention! If you’re not already reading Apartment Therapy, what is wrong with you? Not only is it a great blog with awesome inspiration for your daily life and improving your space on a budget, but they have really rad freebies, like this stencil that was contributed by The CSI project. Print that mother out and finally give a facelift to that endtable that has been bugging you for so long!

Rad Shit is exactly what it sounds like — rad shit. We’ll post inspirational tidbits, great designers and funny stuff that’s getting us through the day at Workshop. Have a suggestion? Email Monica at monica@workshopsf.org.

Comments Off June 17th, 2010 11:10 AM

Tutorial We <3: D.I.Y. Chevron Rug

Chevron patterns are all the rage this summer, both on the runways and in home decor. It is the perfect pattern to transition into summer — the dual color zig zags will make any room in your house pop without making it look like an 80’s party decided to throw up next to your furniture. Luckily, Suzannah over at Adventures in Dressmaking has us covered with her tutorial on how to make her fabulous painted chevron rug that is literally pennies compared to buying one at West Elm. Roll up your sleeves and make your hardwood floors interesting again! [via Design Sponge]

–Monica

Comments Off June 16th, 2010 01:52 PM

Rad Shit: D.I.Y. Fendi Baguette

This isn’t awesome so much as ridiculous and kooky. For those of you that design bags and keep up with fashion, you’re well aware that Fendi’s Baguette stands as one of the iconic bags of fashion, next to the quilted Chanel and the infamous Birkin. But almost $1000 to detail your own? That’s a painstaking amount of work for little reward and just about no recognition. What do you think? Is it worth it to put your signature stamp on your Fendi? For now, our Workshop pocketbooks say no fucking way.

[via Sublime Stitching]

–Monica

Comments Off June 15th, 2010 10:03 AM