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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

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

Etsy Birthday Craft Party Extravaganza at Workshop this Friday, 5:30-7:30pm.

Celebrate etsy.com’s crafty birthday at the Craft Party Extravaganza!

Hi crafty San Francisco peeps! This Friday we’re giving you reason to cut out of the office early. Say whatever you need to….dentist appointment, your Aunt popped a flat on her Little Rascal Scooter, your cat coughed up a hairball in that resembles Justin Bieber, New Kids on the Block is back in town for a one afternoon only performance at the Stonestown Mall Olive Garden. Bring your crafty supplies on over to Workshop at Baker and McAllister, 5:30-7:30, for a Friday Crafty Hour. We will have music, crafty kits for everyone, giveaways and oh yeah…beer! Thanks to K’poene at the Museum of Craft and Folk Art…Thanks K’poene!

So far Etsy is bringing by: embroidery and plushie supplies, hat-making wonders, beading stuff, paper, scissors, glue and more. Come hang out, make something fun, meet some crafty peeps and get your happy hour on!

When:
Friday, June 18, 2010
5:30 pm-7:30 pm

Where:
Workshop
1798 McAllister Street
San Francisco, CA
$5- cover for beer & a crafty kit!

Can’t wait to see you all there!

Comments Off June 15th, 2010 02:23 AM

design inspiration for the new space.

oooh. we are so excited. and the design stiffie i have is crazy. our space next door is a creative one. its small and it needs to be a diy store in the day. and office. and a classroom by night. try doing all that with about 20×28 feet. oh we will. after several trips to my favorite salvage wonderland, urban ore. a brief trip to ikea and home depot. digging out my power tools and chop saw….we begin.

here is a little teaser for some inspiration that im working with for this space. i cant wait to unveil it.

Comments Off June 14th, 2010 01:28 AM