Learn basic sewing skills including how to cut fabric, how to use a simple pattern, and how to perform a few different stitches. You will also learn how to operate a sewing machine. You will walk out having finished at least three simple projects including a koozie for a can or bottle. And, you’ll start a sock monkey and finish it as homework. with all of these projects, you will gain a solid foundation of machine and hand sewing. You may not be ready to produce a Dior jacket quite yet, but at least you’ll be able to sew that ripped pillow on your couch. after taking this class, you have the option to take additional sewing classes.
supplies needed: bring a pair of fun medium to large socks (NOT your gym socks) for the sock monster project.
Learn the basics of screen printing, from burning an image onto a screen to transferring that image onto a surface (paper, fabric, undies, perhaps?) You’ll learn how to coat a screen, burn it using a vacuum exposure unit and how to use a press (tabletop and tee shirt press). There are over 18 water soluble ink colors for you to use in your printing. You will work with our house screens which include fun images such as fun phrases, spirit animals, popular graphics and many to choose from. You will walk out of this class understanding the basics of ONE COLOR printing. You will have the knowledge to print at home, at Workshop for additional screen printing classes, or other printing spaces in the city. We supply several cool papers, patches and have some fun things for sale that you can print on. This class is a great starter class, but it is not to be substituted for a multiple-week, intensive course. It will review the basics and give you some hands-on experience with screen printing. This class includes one hour of instruction and two hours of time to print, work with the instructor on pulling images, explore, and get creative!
supplies needed: none, but feel free to bring extra fabric, paper, canvases, pillowcases, aprons, t-shirts or other goodies if you would like to screen Workshop images onto them to take home. we do offer limited items for sale that you can purchase to print.
getting your own custom screen for class & home printing: for an additional $45, you can send in your own custom images to be burned onto a screen (whatever can fit onto two 8.5 X 11 sheets or one 11 X 14 sheet) AND take your screen to print at home or at a studio. All screens use brand new 110 - 230 mesh count silk screen fabric stretched over recycled frames. An email must be sent to images@workshopsf.org that includes images and the date of your class. Images must be submitted 72 hours or more prior to the class. Please download this sheet for image instructions: http://www.workshopsf.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/screening-instructions.JPG (if link doesn’t work, please try copying and pasting it into your browser.)
Learn basic sewing skills including how to cut fabric, how to use a simple pattern, and how to perform a few different stitches. You will also learn how to operate a sewing machine. You will walk out having finished at least three simple projects including a koozie for a can or bottle. And, you’ll start a sock monkey and finish it as homework. with all of these projects, you will gain a solid foundation of machine and hand sewing. You may not be ready to produce a Dior jacket quite yet, but at least you’ll be able to sew that ripped pillow on your couch. after taking this class, you have the option to take additional sewing classes.
supplies needed: bring a pair of fun medium to large socks (NOT your gym socks) for the sock monster project.
Okay, so maybe you can"t smoke in your office (like Don Draper), pound martinis during your two hour lunch break (like Don Draper), and seduce every single solitary female who walks across the tv screen (like...you know). But you can learn to mix a drink like Don Draper! In this oldie but goodie Workshop mixology class, Patrick Johnson, our resident Whiskey God, bartender extraordinaire from several of the citys top cocktail bars, teaches you the difference between a Manhattan and a Negroni, proper proportions and muddling techniques for a Mint Julep! Add in an old school proper Old Fashioned, some tricks with citrus and smoked oranges. He will cocktail jedi you in everything you need to know to make perfect old school drinks with a fancy flair, you will walk out ready to impress your friends with your skills and be able to dazzle dates with stellar drinks. We will also have a few of our badass Workshop screen printed cocktail rolls made from denim for sale, complete with the basic tools you will need and a shaker.
supplies needed: none. However, if you have your own cocktail mixing supplies, please bring them: a muddler, shaker & strainer.
WORKSHOP OFFERS A 48-HOUR CANCELLATION POLICY AND WILL REFUND 100% OF YOUR CLASS FEE IF YOU NEED TO CANCEL. YOU MUST CANCEL YOUR SPOT AT LEAST 48 HOURS PRIOR TO CLASS TIME IN ORDER TO RECEIVE THE REFUND OR RECEIVE A CREDIT TO TRANSFER INTO ANOTHER CLASS.
Wish you could create gourmet fresh pizzas like the pros? Jealous you cant toss dough like those guys in the window of the pizzza shop? Want to learn one of the most affordable dinner parties you can sling on a grill (or oven) that will have your friends ooohing and aaahhing? With this special dinner and a class combo- Chef Mark show you how to create the perfect pies from start to finish in this interactive class. We ll start by showing you how to create fresh dough from scratch. Then we ll show you the secrets to tossing it and making a great crust. Next we move onto making a great sauce, ingredients, preparation and creating great recipes. You ll toss those puppies on a grill and learn how to properly cook pizza on gas & charcoal grills. You"ll take home one dough for cooking at home, a small jar of sauce and a recipe foldout zine to take home AND you will make pies in class of course, which of course you get to eat (the best part of class is the pizza party at the end, we"ll have an ice cold beer for you too). So this class includes dinner!
Mark Amezquita is a chef and experienced pizza pro who has worked in some of SF and New York s best restaurants and high end pizza places. He believes in having fun with your food- master the basics then mix everything up to create unique dishes. He has made some very creative menus, does private catering and even has vended his amazing tacos on a bike. Mark can toss pizza like a champ and will have you doing the same. Sometimes his hair looks just a lil like Edwards Scissorhands, so I kinda like to imagine him with pizzawheel hands.
Supplies needed: Feel free to bring an apron and we welcome salads & refreshments for the very difficult pizza party portion of class.
Ah, pickling... the wonderful food preservation technique that transforms plain old veggies into tart little treasures. And what Sunday morning Bloody Mary isn’t perfected by a garnish of yummy pickled green beans? In this class, Kelly McVicker of McVicker Pickles guides you in the tasty art of pickling. You will learn how to pickle different types of vegetables at home, pickling safety tips, and tricks for creating the best flavors in your pickled goodies. Each student will leave class with one jar of pickled cucumbers, a second jar of a pickled seasonal vegetable (changes based on what’s in season), and a list of resources, places to buy pickling supplies, pickling tips, and recipes to ensure that you can repeat this process at home.
For this class, we’re offering something new! We’re going to take advantage of the fact that it’s Sunday and do an extended "From the Farm to the Jar" session with a field trip to the lovely Divisadero Farmers Market. We’ll meet at Workshop, then stroll down to the Market where we will choose some veggies to pickle in class. (You"re also encouraged to bring some cash and get some fresh goodies for yourself to take home.) We’ll go through what to look for when you"re buying fresh veggies, talk to some farmers, and it’ll be a fun start with some sunshine & shopping for this extended special version of our pickling class!
teacher bio:
Kelly McVicker has brine in her blood. Born and raised in Kansas, she learned all about pickling, canning, jellying and jamming from her grandmas. Several 4-H county fairs later, she landed in San Francisco and promptly began pickling all the fresh produce she could get her hands on. A writer by trade, Kelly spends her free time perfecting her recipe for Bacon Jam and luring friends into her cozy Lower Haight bunker with home-cooked meals and homemade pickles. She is the owner and Master Pickler of McVicker Pickles—look for them at the next Indie Mart!
Learn basic sewing skills including how to cut fabric, how to use a simple pattern, and how to perform a few different stitches. You will also learn how to operate a sewing machine. You will walk out having finished at least three simple projects including a koozie for a can or bottle. And, you’ll start a sock monkey and finish it as homework. with all of these projects, you will gain a solid foundation of machine and hand sewing. You may not be ready to produce a Dior jacket quite yet, but at least you’ll be able to sew that ripped pillow on your couch. after taking this class, you have the option to take additional sewing classes.
supplies needed: bring a pair of fun medium to large socks (NOT your gym socks) for the sock monster project.
Dump out the French’s and say au revoir to your Grey Poupon! Who needs ‘em when you can make your own mustard from scratch? In this class, Kelly McVicker of McVicker Pickles will guide you through the mustard-making process step-by-step using some amazing and unique flavor combinations such as honey-stout, basil-garlic, or chipotle-ginger that will transform your hot dogs, sandwiches and sausages from simple Pac Bell park staples to bonafide, pinky-out delicacies!
You will off by sampling an assortment of mustards including homemade and store-bought varieties to compare taste profiles and textures. Kelly will discuss flavor pairings that you can experiment with to make your own special blend. Each student will then get to mix their own mustard using fresh herbs and spices, vinegar, beer and wine. Your creation will need to steep for a couple days before being blended, but don’t worry - we’ll send you away with clear instructions for that simple last step.
Supplies needed: OPTIONAL: bring a bottle of your favorite beer to use as as base for your mustard (or go ahead and bring a whole 6-pack to enjoy during class--extra credit!) All other ingredients and jars for your mustard creations will be provided in class.
Teacher bio: Kelly McVicker is the owner and operator of McVicker Pickles. Born and raised in Kansas, Kelly learned all about pickling and canning from her grandmas. In addition to unique pickle creations, she makes specialty mustards and jams, including her Red Wine & Rosemary Mustard that won first place in the 2012 Eat Real Festival’s DIY food contest. Kelly and her childhood friend Heidi Brown share their passion for food preservation via The Can Can Girls where they share canning tips and tricks!
Everyone has terrarium fever! We’ll teach you how to make tiny desktop gardens from succulents, plants and moss in mason jars. It’s like your own miniature oasis that can travel with you, and it’s easier to care for than your pet rock. Well, almost. Once you know how to make terrariums, you can make larger ones in apothecary jars, large vases or any glass containers. We supply the mason jars, dirt, plants and even little woodland creature cake toppers to inhabit your terrarium.
supplies needed: None. If you would like to bring your own glass jar or vase, feel free! Also, if you would like to make more than one terrarium, bring cash to pay for extra jars and plants.
If the only summer drinks you know how to prepare consist of Arnold Palmer tea and lemonade’s, or perhaps a Zima with a Jolly Rancher tossed in for pizazz, then kickstart your drink-making mojo with our DIY Mixology: Learn to Brew Ginger Beer class! Award-winning winemaker and brewer, Scott Mansfield will show you the necessary steps and ingredients to brew your own batch of ginger beer at home. Get ready to peel some ginger, boil some wort, and prepare your first batch for fermentation. And rather than making you sit at Workshop for a week while the fermentation process takes place, Scott will bring in a batch that has already been fermenting under his watchful eye for the previous week. You will walk out with four 12-ounce bottles of ginger beer from the first batch. Oh, and did I mention that you will be able to try a few samples from Scott’s batch too? As an added bonus, you will also leave with a little baggy of natural psychoactive herbs for use in making your own batch of "gruited" beer.
supplies needed: none
teacher bio: Scott Mansfield is a writer, brewer, and award winning winemaker. He has recently completed the book Strong Waters: http://www.strongwaters.net. He’s been making fermented and infused beverages for 15 years.
One of our all time top classes is back after almost a year off! In DIY Cheese Making: How to Make and Stretch Fresh Mozzarella, instructor Nicole Kramer Easterday, the mastermind behind FARMcurious, schools you on those fist-sized balls of white goodness known as mozzarella! First, Nicole will offer a short overview of the history of cheese making. Then, get those fingers warmed up for a hands-on lesson in actual mozzarella production! You will learn to make the mozzarella cheese from scratch, then get into groups to produce the fresh mozzarella, stretch it, and ball it up so that you can take it home with you. (Or, devour the entire mozzarella ball on the spot... we won’t judge.) This process will be accompanied by a mozzarella sampling to keep you in the proper mozzarella mindset. You will leave class with a small ball of mozzarella as well as an understanding of beginner home cheese making and instructions on how to re-create this mozzarella-making process at home.
supplies needed: none. You can purchase a home cheese making kit that will be ready for you at class time for an additional $20- from the teacher at class. Just email us if youd like one, so we can be sure to bring enough. Also, you can bring a mason jar or other container to class if you want to take home some whey too! Nicole will discuss all the things you can do with excess whey during the class.
teacher bio: Nicole has been growing vegetables in an urban setting for four years and is constantly discovering new ways to grow more food in compact spaces. Having kept chickens as a child, she now tends a small flock in her backyard in Oakland. As part of her urban homesteading lifestyle, Nicole maintains a full time job with a large NYC media company, runs FARMcurious on the side, tends to the garden and various animals and also manages to grow much of her family’s own produce, craft her own cheese, can seasonal produce and somehow blog about it all at http://www.farmcurious.com/blog/
Learn basic sewing skills including how to cut fabric, how to use a simple pattern, and how to perform a few different stitches. You will also learn how to operate a sewing machine. You will walk out having finished at least three simple projects including a koozie for a can or bottle. And, you’ll start a sock monkey and finish it as homework. with all of these projects, you will gain a solid foundation of machine and hand sewing. You may not be ready to produce a Dior jacket quite yet, but at least you’ll be able to sew that ripped pillow on your couch. after taking this class, you have the option to take additional sewing classes.
supplies needed: bring a pair of fun medium to large socks (NOT your gym socks) for the sock monster project.
Learn the basics of screen printing, from burning an image onto a screen to transferring that image onto a surface (paper, fabric, undies, perhaps?) You’ll learn how to coat a screen, burn it using a vacuum exposure unit and how to use a press (tabletop and tee shirt press). There are over 18 water soluble ink colors for you to use in your printing. You will work with our house screens which include fun images such as fun phrases, spirit animals, popular graphics and many to choose from. You will walk out of this class understanding the basics of ONE COLOR printing. You will have the knowledge to print at home, at Workshop for additional screen printing classes, or other printing spaces in the city. We supply several cool papers, patches and have some fun things for sale that you can print on.
For this special Friday night screening party, you can sign up with a date, bust out the wine and beer, sign up with friends, we blast the music a little louder and you can bring whatever you like to print! And if ya sneak off and makeout in the darkroom, we wont tell. Also perfect for friend dates and roomate hangout night- shake off your aggression of trash and dishes arguments and make matching screen printed undies for late night dance parties. This class is a great starter class, but it is not to be substituted for a multiple-week, intensive course. It will review the basics, give you a glimpse into printing, with an hour of instruction and two hours of time to print, work with the instructor on pulling images, explore, and get creative!
supplies needed: none, but feel free to bring extra fabric, paper, canvases, pillowcases, aprons, t-shirts or other goodies if you would like to screen Workshop images onto them to take home. we do offer limited items for sale that you can purchase to print.
getting your own custom screen for class & home printing: for an additional $45, you can send in your own custom images to be burned onto a screen (whatever can fit onto two 8.5 X 11 sheets or one 11 X 14 sheet) AND take your screen to print at home or at a studio. All screens use brand new 110 - 230 mesh count silk screen fabric stretched over recycled frames. An email must be sent to images@workshopsf.org that includes images and the date of your class. Images must be submitted 72 hours or more prior to the class.
WORKSHOP OFFERS A 48-HOUR CANCELLATION POLICY AND WILL REFUND 100% OF YOUR CLASS FEE IF YOU NEED TO CANCEL. YOU MUST CANCEL YOUR SPOT AT LEAST 48 HOURS PRIOR TO CLASS TIME IN ORDER TO RECEIVE THE REFUND OR RECEIVE A CREDIT TO TRANSFER INTO ANOTHER CLASS.
Nothing drives us more crazy than a boring office team building activity in a hotel conference room. Or yet another bachlorette party with penis straws and deviled eggs. Or yet another birthday debating over how to split the check up 18 ways. Or a baby shower that is so girly the guys want to stab thier eyes out. We understand! Thats why we throw events! Everything you can think of including:
Awesome corporate off sites with private classes turned into a party- think screenprinting, mixology, cooking, terrariums (look sweet back at the office on your desk) At Workshop or your office!
Screen printing baby showers that are co-ed and hella fun, and you walk away with a wardribe customized by your friends! Uh, awesome,
Bachelor or Bachlorette parties with a DIY spin, even make things for your wedding at the party- like screen printed totes or goodies for your guests, terrariums or floral centerpieces or mixology classes to plan drinks for your wedding or just take the edge off the stress
Birthday parties with a DIY flair or just straight up parties
We have access to food pop ups, bartenders, DJs and much more.
Bonus, if you refer us and we book your next office party, we will give you a free class on us. For more info, ideas or pricing, just email us at info@workshopsf.org. Party on!
Have you ever tasted a beer and said, I could probably make that? Or said, I could probably make something better? Take our Brew It Yourself: Beer Making at Home class and you’ll realize how true that is. You’ll get your hands dirty on one of our brewing rigs, and after this two part class you’ll actually walk away with a case of beer that you brewed. You and a couple of partners will brew a 5 gallon batch of beer in the first class. Then two weeks later you’ll come back and get to taste and bottle your beer. You will leave with at least eight 22oz bottles of your beer.
During the class, you’ll munch malts and huff hops, learning how to use them to achieve the flavor you want. You’ll become best friends with yeast, and fall in love with sanitizer. We’ll have a tasting of many different styles of beer to get you acquainted with the many possibilities of brewing. You’ll learn great detail about the production process in a commercial brewery, and also learn about the science behind the art. You’ll get the low down on what the best equipment is for your home brewery. Everything will help you gain the knowledge you need to make a successful, flavorful batch of beer at home.
This class is taught over two sessions.
Session 1: Saturday, June 1st - 11:00am-5:00pm (6 hours total)
Session 2: Wednesday, June 19th - 7-9pm (2 hours total)
Supplies needed: none, but we optionally request that you bring your favorite beer to share with the class.
Teacher bio: Jason Beck likes to brew beer that breaks the rules, but recognizes that a solid base in the fundamentals is key. He is currently starting his own brewery, Comrades Brewing. He started as a homebrewer, was the Head Brewer at the Devil’s Canyon Brewing Company for 4 years, and consults for the Mayfield Brewing Company. He figures he has brewed over 1,000,000 pints of beer and is therefore responsible for about 250,000 drunken nights. Check him out at http://www.comradesbrewing.com.
Dump out the French’s and say au revoir to your Grey Poupon! Who needs ‘em when you can make your own mustard from scratch? In this class, Kelly McVicker of McVicker Pickles will guide you through the mustard-making process step-by-step using some amazing and unique flavor combinations such as honey-stout, basil-garlic, or chipotle-ginger that will transform your hot dogs, sandwiches and sausages from simple Pac Bell park staples to bonafide, pinky-out delicacies!
You will off by sampling an assortment of mustards including homemade and store-bought varieties to compare taste profiles and textures. Kelly will discuss flavor pairings that you can experiment with to make your own special blend. Each student will then get to mix their own mustard using fresh herbs and spices, vinegar, beer and wine. Your creation will need to steep for a couple days before being blended, but don’t worry - we’ll send you away with clear instructions for that simple last step.
Supplies needed: OPTIONAL: bring a bottle of your favorite beer to use as as base for your mustard (or go ahead and bring a whole 6-pack to enjoy during class--extra credit!) All other ingredients and jars for your mustard creations will be provided in class.
Teacher bio: Kelly McVicker is the owner and operator of McVicker Pickles. Born and raised in Kansas, Kelly learned all about pickling and canning from her grandmas. In addition to unique pickle creations, she makes specialty mustards and jams, including her Red Wine & Rosemary Mustard that won first place in the 2012 Eat Real Festival’s DIY food contest. Kelly and her childhood friend Heidi Brown share their passion for food preservation via The Can Can Girls where they share canning tips and tricks!
In this class, we will up your rank to 2nd-Level Sewing Sorcerer with a handful of crucial, technical sewing skills, giving you the confidence and vocabulary needed to take on garment construction. (this is equivalent to extra sewing intelligence, dexterity, and charisma, for you Dungeons & Dragons fans out there...you know who you are.) Using a combination of demonstrations and sample sewing, instructor Gwen Lutz teaches you the ins and outs of fabric and fabric grain, proper cutting techniques, how to create and sew buttonholes using the sewing machine buttonhole feature, how to install basic zippers, and other handy skills for basic garment construction. You will complete two small projects- a wallet-sized pouch with a button closure, and a second pouch with a zipper opening that is the perfect size for daily make-up or drawing supplies. However, this class is more technical in order to increase your comfort with the sewing machine, and add a new set of technical skills to your growing sewing arsenal.
prerequisite: Sewing 101, Rock & Roll Sewing or equivalent. (and by equivalent, we mean you already know how to use a sewing machine, wind thread around the bobbin, and complete simple sewing projects with a machine.
Learn the basics of screen printing, from burning an image onto a screen to transferring that image onto a surface (paper, fabric, undies, perhaps?) You’ll learn how to coat a screen, burn it using a vacuum exposure unit and how to use a press (tabletop and tee shirt press). There are over 18 water soluble ink colors for you to use in your printing. You will work with our house screens which include fun images such as fun phrases, spirit animals, popular graphics and many to choose from. You will walk out of this class understanding the basics of ONE COLOR printing. You will have the knowledge to print at home, at Workshop for additional screen printing classes, or other printing spaces in the city. We supply several cool papers, patches and have some fun things for sale that you can print on. This class is a great starter class, but it is not to be substituted for a multiple-week, intensive course. It will review the basics and give you some hands-on experience with screen printing. This class includes one hour of instruction and two hours of time to print, work with the instructor on pulling images, explore, and get creative!
supplies needed: none, but feel free to bring extra fabric, paper, canvases, pillowcases, aprons, t-shirts or other goodies if you would like to screen Workshop images onto them to take home. we do offer limited items for sale that you can purchase to print.
getting your own custom screen for class & home printing: for an additional $45, you can send in your own custom images to be burned onto a screen (whatever can fit onto two 8.5 X 11 sheets or one 11 X 14 sheet) AND take your screen to print at home or at a studio. All screens use brand new 110 - 230 mesh count silk screen fabric stretched over recycled frames. An email must be sent to images@workshopsf.org that includes images and the date of your class. Images must be submitted 72 hours or more prior to the class. Please download this sheet for image instructions: http://www.workshopsf.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/screening-instructions.JPG (if link doesn’t work, please try copying and pasting it into your browser.)
Learn basic sewing skills including how to cut fabric, how to use a simple pattern, and how to perform a few different stitches. You will also learn how to operate a sewing machine. You will walk out having finished at least three simple projects including a koozie for a can or bottle. And, you’ll start a sock monkey and finish it as homework. with all of these projects, you will gain a solid foundation of machine and hand sewing. You may not be ready to produce a Dior jacket quite yet, but at least you’ll be able to sew that ripped pillow on your couch. after taking this class, you have the option to take additional sewing classes.
supplies needed: bring a pair of fun medium to large socks (NOT your gym socks) for the sock monster project.
Ah, pickling... the wonderful food preservation technique that transforms plain old veggies into tart little treasures. And what Sunday morning Bloody Mary isn’t perfected by a garnish of yummy pickled green beans? In this class, Kelly McVicker of McVicker Pickles guides you in the tasty art of pickling. You will learn how to pickle different types of vegetables at home, pickling safety tips, and tricks for creating the best flavors in your pickled goodies. Each student will leave class with one jar of pickled cucumbers, a second jar of a pickled seasonal vegetable (changes based on what’s in season), and a list of resources, places to buy pickling supplies, pickling tips, and recipes to ensure that you can repeat this process at home.
supplies needed: none
teacher bio: Kelly McVicker has brine in her blood. Born and raised in Kansas, she learned all about pickling, canning, jellying and jamming from her grandmas. Several 4-H county fairs later, she landed in San Francisco and promptly began pickling all the fresh produce she could get her hands on. A writer by trade, Kelly spends her free time perfecting her recipe for Bacon Jam and luring friends into her cozy Lower Haight bunker with home-cooked meals and homemade pickles. She is the owner and Master Pickler of McVicker Pickles—look for them at the next Indie Mart!
This 2-part workshop is designed to give you the fundamental skills of metal jewelry making and some extra techniques to create truly unique jewelry. It is set up in two parts to allow you time to understand and practice the basics in class one and then learn some slightly more complicated skills in class two.
Class One: Wednesday, June 5th, 7:30-10:30pm
In the first class, you will acquire the basic skills to create your own metal jewelry. Learn to use a variety of tools to cut, shape, stamp. texture, link, and finish a metal piece out of copper and/or bronze sheet metal and wire. You will receive instruction and demonstrations of each technique and then after will have the opportunity to work with the instructor to create your own piece to take home.
Class Two: Wednesday, June 12th, 7:30-10:30pm
In the second class, you will expand your skill set. We will go over how to create the right sized holes and hammer techniques for metal riveting. We will use the jeweler’s saw for function and as a design tool. We will also learn to create textures and shape wire with a rolling mill.
This class is designed to give you the ability to make unique metal jewelry you like, easily and inexpensively. Youll walk out with a resource guide with tips, pointers and places to shop and up to two unique pieces you create in class.
supplies needed: (All optional) Design journal or notebook, old jewelry to be re-worked, beads, special ear hooks, nice chain that you prefer and textured fabric ( for class two). For supplies and unique chain options, we recommend Beyond Beads or General Bead in SOMA. We will have some chain available and a few nicer ones available as well, which may require a few extra dollars during class in supply costs.
teacher bio: Georgia Dwyer is a Jewelry and Textile Craft Designer and instructor. She is also a trained actress and dancer with a bachelors degree in Theatre Arts from UC Santa Cruz. After graduating, she took a break from performance art to pursue her studies in Jewelry Art for 3 years at Cabrillo College. This was followed by a yearlong apprenticeship with goldsmith and designer Paula Bailey Brent. In the last 7 years, she has worked as a jewelry technician, a jewelry and art teacher for Dragonfly Designs after school enrichment program, a substitute art teacher at Nonesuch High School and volunteered as a Jewelry Art Teaching Assistant at the Sebastopol Center for the Arts. She currently works as an assistant for fine jeweler Liz Oppenheim and has her own jewelry line, Georgie Girl Design.
Monogrammed stationery. Its the perfect way to add some class to your communication, celebrate that you can still do the written thing, and of course, prove to friends that you actually do know your own initials. In Freshman Letterpress: How to Make Monogrammed Stationery, instructors Taylor Reid and Erin Fong, owners of the newly minted Western Editions letterpress company, will show you how to create your own personalized letterpress notecards. You will use a vintage Vandercook Proofing Press and in house letter designs to letterpress your initials onto a thick 110 pound card stock. You will learn how to place a photopolymer plate onto a printing base and crank out your own set of cards. You will also cut envelope liners from vintage paper stock to customize to your liking. You will take home 10 personalized note cards, brown bag envelopes included. (Brown bags for your beers during class, not included.)
supplies needed: none
VERY IMPORTANT: THIS CLASS TAKES PLACE AT WESTERN EDITIONS STUDIO LOCATED AT 505 BRODERICK STREET. THIS CLASS DOES NOT TAKE PLACE AT WORKSHOPSF! THERE WILL BE A SIGN AT 505 BRODERICK STREET FOR WESTERN EDITIONS STUDIO.
teacher bio: Western Editions is comprised of Erin Fong and Taylor Reid, two friends living in the Western Addition neighborhood (...get it?), who share a love for letterpress, design, giggles and all around cute-stuff. Erin and Taylor both learned printing in the same small tiny press in the upstairs library at the University of Nevada, Reno and lo and behold coincidentally landed in San Francisco at the same time years later. Taylor worked at a commercial letterpress print shop in SOHO and had a residency at The Center for the Book Arts in New York City. Erin currently works at Peter Koch Printers and John Demerritt Bookbinding. Both have done time at SFCB. Erin and Taylor keep it real by freelancing design and letterpress work, selling their wares at local shops and events, baking cupcakes and riding bikes to the ocean.
Learn the basics of screen printing, from burning an image onto a screen to transferring that image onto a surface (paper, fabric, undies, perhaps?) You’ll learn how to coat a screen, burn it using a vacuum exposure unit and how to use a press (tabletop and tee shirt press). There are over 18 water soluble ink colors for you to use in your printing. You will work with our house screens which include fun images such as fun phrases, spirit animals, popular graphics and many to choose from. You will walk out of this class understanding the basics of ONE COLOR printing. You will have the knowledge to print at home, at Workshop for additional screen printing classes, or other printing spaces in the city. We supply several cool papers, patches and have some fun things for sale that you can print on. This class is a great starter class, but it is not to be substituted for a multiple-week, intensive course. It will review the basics and give you some hands-on experience with screen printing. This class includes one hour of instruction and two hours of time to print, work with the instructor on pulling images, explore, and get creative!
supplies needed: none, but feel free to bring extra fabric, paper, canvases, pillowcases, aprons, t-shirts or other goodies if you would like to screen Workshop images onto them to take home. we do offer limited items for sale that you can purchase to print.
getting your own custom screen for class & home printing: for an additional $45, you can send in your own custom images to be burned onto a screen (whatever can fit onto two 8.5 X 11 sheets or one 11 X 14 sheet) AND take your screen to print at home or at a studio. All screens use brand new 110 - 230 mesh count silk screen fabric stretched over recycled frames. An email must be sent to images@workshopsf.org that includes images and the date of your class. Images must be submitted 72 hours or more prior to the class. Please download this sheet for image instructions: http://www.workshopsf.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/screening-instructions.JPG (if link doesn’t work, please try copying and pasting it into your browser.)
Learn basic sewing skills including how to cut fabric, how to use a simple pattern, and how to perform a few different stitches. You will also learn how to operate a sewing machine. You will walk out having finished at least three simple projects including a koozie for a can or bottle. And, you’ll start a sock monkey and finish it as homework. with all of these projects, you will gain a solid foundation of machine and hand sewing. You may not be ready to produce a Dior jacket quite yet, but at least you’ll be able to sew that ripped pillow on your couch. after taking this class, you have the option to take additional sewing classes.
supplies needed: bring a pair of fun medium to large socks (NOT your gym socks) for the sock monster project.
Learn basic sewing skills including how to cut fabric, how to use a simple pattern, and how to perform a few different stitches. You will also learn how to operate a sewing machine. You will walk out having finished at least three simple projects including a koozie for a can or bottle. And, you’ll start a sock monkey and finish it as homework. with all of these projects, you will gain a solid foundation of machine and hand sewing. You may not be ready to produce a Dior jacket quite yet, but at least you’ll be able to sew that ripped pillow on your couch. after taking this class, you have the option to take additional sewing classes.
supplies needed: bring a pair of fun medium to large socks (NOT your gym socks) for the sock monster project.
Learn how to give yourself hot nail art from DIY nail artist and Party Nails founder Taylor Watson. In this class, you ll learn the basics of nail care and helpful tips to design your own set of party nails. This is a hands-on class in which you ll practice a variety of nail art designs including animal prints, acid wash, florals, and more. You ll have the opportunity to use dotting tools and professional nail brushes, as well learn the basics of applying studs and gems to your nails. You ll leave the class with tricks of the trade, fabulous nails, and a packet of nail art goodies to keep you looking fresh and stylin . Bonus: each student will walk out with a how to zine and tool kit including brushes, nail wheel and some polish.
supplies needed: none
Taylor has been a crafter and lover of makeup and nails for as long as she can remembers. She was heavily influenced by drag culture at a young age, thanks to trips to the Provincetown Carnival in the summers. She started her own DIY nail art project, Party Nails, in late 2011. She hosts pop up events around the Bay Area, determined to nail as many hot ladies and gents out there. In her other life, Taylor is a holistic health coach- she also works with people to live their happiest and healthiest life possible.
Everyone has terrarium fever! We’ll teach you how to make tiny desktop gardens from succulents, plants and moss in mason jars. It’s like your own miniature oasis that can travel with you, and it’s easier to care for than your pet rock. Well, almost. Once you know how to make terrariums, you can make larger ones in apothecary jars, large vases or any glass containers. We supply the mason jars, dirt, plants and even little woodland creature cake toppers to inhabit your terrarium.
For this special Friday Date Night edition of terrariums, you can sign up with a date, bust out the wine (or whiskey) and beer, sign up with friends, we blast the music a little louder and you can bring whatever you like to print! And if ya sneak off and makeout in the darkroom, we wont tell. Also perfect for friend dates or roomate dates. What better way can you get over roommate aggression over the dishes than making an awesome magical plant forest in a jar for your pad? AND DID WE MENTION, ladies love terrariums, were just saying, this may just increase your chances of getting some...wink, wink. For this special Friday Date Night edition class, you can sign up with a date, bust out the wine and beer, sign up with friends, we blast the music a little louder . And if ya sneak off and makeout in the darkroom, we wont tell. Also perfect for friend dates and roomate hangout night- shake off your aggression of trash and dishes arguments.
supplies needed: None. If you would like to bring your own glass jar or vase, feel free! Also, if you would like to make more than one terrarium, bring cash to pay for extra jars and plants.
Remember childhood ice cream making in the backyard? Your dad turning the crank on the wooden ice cream maker, you carrying the heavy bag of rock salt, the ice cream churning for what seemed like hours before the entire family mowed through bowls of homemade strawberry, banana, or vanilla ice cream. (This was all right before shooting illegal bottle rockets into the neighbor’s garage and having the fire department called...ah, the memories...) We are excited to help you recreate this scene of dairy deliciousness (not the bottle rocket part) with DIY Deserts: Artisan Ice Creams. In this workshop we’ll break down the science behind achieving the perfect balance of ingredients to create a well-textured frozen dessert. we’ll work with unique pairings as we start from scratch and churn out Kona coffee & oatmeal stout ice cream, olive oil & sea salted pepita ice cream as well as a vegan watermelon & lemonade sorbet. still not good enough? We’ll also create toppings that rival any fancy pants ice cream shop like one step fleur de sel caramel and a homemade dark chocolate crackle shell sauce. You’ll leave with a container of chocolate sauce and caramel, as well as a mini-book full of recipes, secrets and tips to make killer ice creams at home!
Your house will be the best bar in town after you become a master of artisan cocktail salts, sugars, syrups and garnishes. Say adios to sweet and sour mix and buh-bye to store bought maraschino cherries. We’ll start by pairing fresh fruits and herbs with gourmet salts and sugars to create the perfect combinations to rim your cocktail glasses. Then we’ll make infused simple syrups and learn how to quick pickle veggies for a bloody mary that can double as a meal. Your new boozy skills will be put to good use as we make and sample four cocktails: a jalapeno syrup margarita rimmed with spicy citrus cilantro salt, a bloody mary with spicy savory salt and homemade pickled pepper + garlic green beans, pearl onions and radishes, a scotch manhattan with brandied cherries and bacon sugar (that’s right, BACON sugar) and a raspberry basil martini rimmed with lavender sugar. You’ll leave with a recipe book and the fruits of your labor: salts, sugars, syrups & pickled veggies so you can go home and whip out more fancy drinks.
Learn the basics of screen printing, from burning an image onto a screen to transferring that image onto a surface (paper, fabric, undies, perhaps?) You’ll learn how to coat a screen, burn it using a vacuum exposure unit and how to use a press (tabletop and tee shirt press). There are over 18 water soluble ink colors for you to use in your printing. You will work with our house screens which include fun images such as fun phrases, spirit animals, popular graphics and many to choose from. You will walk out of this class understanding the basics of ONE COLOR printing. You will have the knowledge to print at home, at Workshop for additional screen printing classes, or other printing spaces in the city. We supply several cool papers, patches and have some fun things for sale that you can print on.
This class is a great starter class, but it is not to be substituted for a multiple-week, intensive course. It will review the basics and give you some hands-on experience with screen printing. This class includes one hour of instruction and two hours of time to print, work with the instructor on pulling images, explore, and get creative!
supplies needed: none, but feel free to bring extra fabric, paper, canvases, pillowcases, aprons, t-shirts or other goodies if you would like to screen Workshop images onto them to take home. we do offer limited items for sale that you can purchase to print.
getting your own custom screen for class & home printing: for an additional $45, you can send in your own custom images to be burned onto a screen (whatever can fit onto two 8.5 X 11 sheets or one 11 X 14 sheet) AND take your screen to print at home or at a studio. All screens use brand new 110 - 230 mesh count silk screen fabric stretched over recycled frames. An email must be sent to images@workshopsf.org that includes images and the date of your class. Images must be submitted 72 hours or more prior to the class.
Learn basic sewing skills including how to cut fabric, how to use a simple pattern, and how to perform a few different stitches. You will also learn how to operate a sewing machine. You will walk out having finished at least three simple projects including a koozie for a can or bottle. And, you’ll start a sock monkey and finish it as homework. with all of these projects, you will gain a solid foundation of machine and hand sewing. You may not be ready to produce a Dior jacket quite yet, but at least you’ll be able to sew that ripped pillow on your couch. after taking this class, you have the option to take additional sewing classes.
supplies needed: bring a pair of fun medium to large socks (NOT your gym socks) for the sock monster project.
This 2-part workshop is designed to give you the fundamental skills of metal jewelry making and some extra techniques to create truly unique jewelry. It is set up in two parts to allow you time to understand and practice the basics in class one and then learn some slightly more complicated skills in class two.
Class One: Thursday, June 11th, 7:30-10:30pm
In the first class, you will acquire the basic skills to create your own metal jewelry. Learn to use a variety of tools to cut, shape, stamp. texture, link, and finish a metal piece out of copper and/or bronze sheet metal and wire. You will receive instruction and demonstrations of each technique and then after will have the opportunity to work with the instructor to create your own piece to take home.
Class Two: Thursday, June 18th, 7:30-10:30pm
In the second class, you will expand your skill set. We will go over how to create the right sized holes and hammer techniques for metal riveting. We will use the jeweler’s saw for function and as a design tool. We will also learn to create textures and shape wire with a rolling mill.
This class is designed to give you the ability to make unique metal jewelry you like, easily and inexpensively. Youll walk out with a resource guide with tips, pointers and places to shop and up to two unique pieces you create in class.
supplies needed: (All optional) Design journal or notebook, old jewelry to be re-worked, beads, special ear hooks, nice chain that you prefer and textured fabric ( for class two). For supplies and unique chain options, we recommend Beyond Beads or General Bead in SOMA. We will have some chain available and a few nicer ones available as well, which may require a few extra dollars during class in supply costs.
teacher bio: Georgia Dwyer is a Jewelry and Textile Craft Designer and instructor. She is also a trained actress and dancer with a bachelors degree in Theatre Arts from UC Santa Cruz. After graduating, she took a break from performance art to pursue her studies in Jewelry Art for 3 years at Cabrillo College. This was followed by a yearlong apprenticeship with goldsmith and designer Paula Bailey Brent. In the last 7 years, she has worked as a jewelry technician, a jewelry and art teacher for Dragonfly Designs after school enrichment program, a substitute art teacher at Nonesuch High School and volunteered as a Jewelry Art Teaching Assistant at the Sebastopol Center for the Arts. She currently works as an assistant for fine jeweler Liz Oppenheim and has her own jewelry line, Georgie Girl Design.
While the word "freshman" may conjure memories of swirlies, zits, and being stuffed inside lockers by the seniors, we at Workshop fondly use the term "freshman" to denote...your first time. And in this case, its with letterpress! In this two hour starter class, please join instructors Taylor Reid and Erin Fong from the newly minted Western Editions letterpress company, to create an edition of 5 personalized letterpress posters. You will learn how to set and lock up woodtype on a Vandercook Proofing Press and crank your own prints in a class-picked Pantone ink color. Choose from white cover weight paper or natural chipboard to finish the saying “San Francisco is for...” Lovers, Foodies, Day Drinking, Brunching, Hipsters, Start ups, Nudists....really, the possibilities are endless. You will also learn a simple pamphlet stitch book binding structure to create a small handbound notebook with a woodtype cover.
VERY IMPORTANT: THIS CLASS TAKES PLACE AT WESTERN EDITIONS STUDIO LOCATED AT 505 BRODERICK STREET. THIS CLASS DOES NOT TAKE PLACE AT WORKSHOPSF! THERE WILL BE A SIGN AT 505 BRODERICK STREET FOR WESTERN EDITIONS STUDIO.
teacher bio: Western Editions is comprised of Erin Fong and Taylor Reid, two friends living in the Western Addition neighborhood (...get it?), who share a love for letterpress, design, giggles and all around cute-stuff. Erin and Taylor both learned printing in the same small tiny press in the upstairs library at the University of Nevada, Reno and lo and behold coincidentally landed in San Francisco at the same time years later. Taylor worked at a commercial letterpress print shop in SOHO and had a residency at The Center for the Book Arts in New York City. Erin currently works at Peter Koch Printers and John Demerritt Bookbinding. Both have done time at SFCB. Erin and Taylor keep it real by freelancing design and letterpress work, selling their wares at local shops and events, baking cupcakes and riding bikes to the ocean.
Who doesn’t love flowers? They make you feel like a million dollars when a flower delivery person plants a bundle of them in your hands! But have you ever wanted to learn the art of floral design for yourself? In this new class, we show you how to use locally grown flowers and succulents to create a unique and sustainable flower bouquet! You will learn the proper way to cut flowers, tricks of the bouquet-making trade, and floral design tips and techniques. You will also learn how to make a floral arrangement using a recycled vase that you can take home. After this class you’ll be able to take a bundle of flowers and make them into something gorgeous! It’s up to you if you want to share your new skills to help out your Bridezilla friends with their wedding flowers...
Teacher bio: Lorena Cortez grew up in her grandmother’s garden and has had a life long love of flowers that continued until eventually she and her husband opened a local flower delivery service named Home.Sweet.Flowers here in San Francisco using only California grown flowers, recycled supplies, and delivering via bicycle. Maybe you’ll see one of her couriers riding by with flowers in their basket as you wait for the light to turn green.
Supplies needed: Feel free to bring a small jar, vase or mason jar for your arrangement. As well feel free to bring your own gardening shears or scissors, or you can use a set of basic scissors from Workshop.
Learn basic sewing skills including how to cut fabric, how to use a simple pattern, and how to perform a few different stitches. You will also learn how to operate a sewing machine. You will walk out having finished at least three simple projects including a koozie for a can or bottle. And, you’ll start a sock monkey and finish it as homework. with all of these projects, you will gain a solid foundation of machine and hand sewing. You may not be ready to produce a Dior jacket quite yet, but at least you’ll be able to sew that ripped pillow on your couch. after taking this class, you have the option to take additional sewing classes.
supplies needed: bring a pair of fun medium to large socks (NOT your gym socks) for the sock monster project.
DIY’ers drink tea. DIY’ers should be able to make their own tea. In this class, you will learn the basic types of teas and blending ingredients to become a tea sommelier in no time! We will start class with a cupping & learn to taste the different varieties & blending ingredients. You’ll learn charming techniques for blending the dry ingredients and let you go nuts creating your personal blends from there. By the end, you will walk away with a new appreciation for tea and two hand crafted blends of tea to take home for your friends and frenemies to enjoy. Oh, and no doilies or loud hats allowed.
supplies needed: none
teacher bio: Christopher C is a Certified Tea Specialist and founder of the guerrilla tea party movement in SF (Sarah Palin need not apply). He is also a custom crafter of artisan small batch tea blends for T-We Tea. You can find him at http://www.christopherstea.com.
Learn how to give yourself hot nail art from DIY nail artist and Party Nails founder Taylor Watson. In this class, you ll learn the basics of nail care and helpful tips to design your own set of party nails. This is a hands-on class in which you ll practice a variety of nail art designs including animal prints, acid wash, florals, and more. You ll have the opportunity to use dotting tools and professional nail brushes, as well learn the basics of applying studs and gems to your nails. You ll leave the class with tricks of the trade, fabulous nails, and a packet of nail art goodies to keep you looking fresh and stylin . Bonus: each student will walk out with a how to zine and tool kit including brushes, nail wheel and some polish.
supplies needed: none
Taylor has been a crafter and lover of makeup and nails for as long as she can remembers. She was heavily influenced by drag culture at a young age, thanks to trips to the Provincetown Carnival in the summers. She started her own DIY nail art project, Party Nails, in late 2011. She hosts pop up events around the Bay Area, determined to nail as many hot ladies and gents out there. In her other life, Taylor is a holistic health coach- she also works with people to live their happiest and healthiest life possible.
One of our all time top classes is back after almost a year off! In DIY Cheese Making: How to Make and Stretch Fresh Mozzarella, instructor Nicole Kramer Easterday, the mastermind behind FARMcurious, schools you on those fist-sized balls of white goodness known as mozzarella! First, Nicole will offer a short overview of the history of cheese making. Then, get those fingers warmed up for a hands-on lesson in actual mozzarella production! You will learn to make the mozzarella cheese from scratch, then get into groups to produce the fresh mozzarella, stretch it, and ball it up so that you can take it home with you. (Or, devour the entire mozzarella ball on the spot... we won’t judge.) This process will be accompanied by a mozzarella sampling to keep you in the proper mozzarella mindset. You will leave class with a small ball of mozzarella as well as an understanding of beginner home cheese making and instructions on how to re-create this mozzarella-making process at home.
For this special Friday Date Night edition class, you can sign up with a date, bust out the wine and beer, sign up with friends, we blast the music a little louder . And if ya sneak off and makeout in the darkroom, we wont tell. Also perfect for friend dates and roomate hangout night- shake off your aggression of trash and dishes arguments.
supplies needed: none. You can purchase a home cheese making kit that will be ready for you at class time for an additional $20- from the teacher at class. Just email us if youd like one, so we can be sure to bring enough. Also, you can bring a mason jar or other container to class if you want to take home some whey too! Nicole will discuss all the things you can do with excess whey during the class.
teacher bio: Nicole has been growing vegetables in an urban setting for four years and is constantly discovering new ways to grow more food in compact spaces. Having kept chickens as a child, she now tends a small flock in her backyard in Oakland. As part of her urban homesteading lifestyle, Nicole maintains a full time job with a large NYC media company, runs FARMcurious on the side, tends to the garden and various animals and also manages to grow much of her family’s own produce, craft her own cheese, can seasonal produce and somehow blog about it all at http://www.farmcurious.com/blog/
Ah, pickling... the wonderful food preservation technique that transforms plain old veggies into tart little treasures. And what Sunday morning Bloody Mary isn’t perfected by a garnish of yummy pickled green beans? In this class, Kelly McVicker of McVicker Pickles guides you in the tasty art of pickling. You will learn how to pickle different types of vegetables at home, pickling safety tips, and tricks for creating the best flavors in your pickled goodies. Each student will leave class with one jar of pickled cucumbers, a second jar of a pickled seasonal vegetable (changes based on what’s in season), and a list of resources, places to buy pickling supplies, pickling tips, and recipes to ensure that you can repeat this process at home.
supplies needed: none
teacher bio: Kelly McVicker has brine in her blood. Born and raised in Kansas, she learned all about pickling, canning, jellying and jamming from her grandmas. Several 4-H county fairs later, she landed in San Francisco and promptly began pickling all the fresh produce she could get her hands on. A writer by trade, Kelly spends her free time perfecting her recipe for Bacon Jam and luring friends into her cozy Lower Haight bunker with home-cooked meals and homemade pickles. She is the owner and Master Pickler of McVicker Pickles—look for them at the next Indie Mart!
Dump out the French’s and say au revoir to your Grey Poupon! Who needs ‘em when you can make your own mustard from scratch? In this class, Kelly McVicker of McVicker Pickles will guide you through the mustard-making process step-by-step using some amazing and unique flavor combinations such as honey-stout, basil-garlic, or chipotle-ginger that will transform your hot dogs, sandwiches and sausages from simple Pac Bell park staples to bonafide, pinky-out delicacies!
You will off by sampling an assortment of mustards including homemade and store-bought varieties to compare taste profiles and textures. Kelly will discuss flavor pairings that you can experiment with to make your own special blend. Each student will then get to mix their own mustard using fresh herbs and spices, vinegar, beer and wine. Your creation will need to steep for a couple days before being blended, but don’t worry - we’ll send you away with clear instructions for that simple last step.
Supplies needed: OPTIONAL: bring a bottle of your favorite beer to use as as base for your mustard (or go ahead and bring a whole 6-pack to enjoy during class--extra credit!) All other ingredients and jars for your mustard creations will be provided in class.
Teacher bio: Kelly McVicker is the owner and operator of McVicker Pickles. Born and raised in Kansas, Kelly learned all about pickling and canning from her grandmas. In addition to unique pickle creations, she makes specialty mustards and jams, including her Red Wine & Rosemary Mustard that won first place in the 2012 Eat Real Festival’s DIY food contest. Kelly and her childhood friend Heidi Brown share their passion for food preservation via The Can Can Girls where they share canning tips and tricks!
Learn basic sewing skills including how to cut fabric, how to use a simple pattern, and how to perform a few different stitches. You will also learn how to operate a sewing machine. You will walk out having finished at least three simple projects including a koozie for a can or bottle. And, you’ll start a sock monkey and finish it as homework. with all of these projects, you will gain a solid foundation of machine and hand sewing. You may not be ready to produce a Dior jacket quite yet, but at least you’ll be able to sew that ripped pillow on your couch. after taking this class, you have the option to take additional sewing classes.
supplies needed: bring a pair of fun medium to large socks (NOT your gym socks) for the sock monster project.
Kimchi Cocktails?? We re taking fermented goodness to a new level in this two part hands-on workshop which walks participants through the process of crafting authentic kimchi then offers unusual and creative ways for serving and enjoying it. You ve never seen kimchi like this! In the first half of the workshop you’ll learn about the history and nutritive benefits of fermented foods in a fun, hands-on format with lots of tasty samples. Nicole Easterday, Founder of FARMcurious will explain the science and history of lacto-fermentation and show you the process for creating a classic red-pepper kimchi. In the second segment Nicole will show us some delicious ways to enjoy our kimchi in traditional as well as unconventional ways (can anyone say kimchi cocktail??). Participants will leave this workshop with a recipe, a jar of kimchi to take home and ferment and the knowledge to recreate their success in the future. Perhaps you ll even meet some other people who are hot for kimchi!
supplies needed: none.
teacher bio: Nicole Kramer Easterday is an Oakland resident, urban farmer and founder of FARMcurious, an organization dedicated to educating, inspiring and equipping urban homesteaders in the Bay Area. Nicole teaches urban homesteading classes and offers DIY food demonstrations to urbanites hoping to reconnect with their food. Each demonstration includes an explanation of why a connection with our food is important, instruction on how to rekindle that connection and innovative products to help get the group started growing and processing their own food at home. Nicole recently received her artisan cheese making certificate from the College of Marin.
Everyone has terrarium fever! We’ll teach you how to make tiny desktop gardens from succulents, plants and moss in mason jars. It’s like your own miniature oasis that can travel with you, and it’s easier to care for than your pet rock. Well, almost. Once you know how to make terrariums, you can make larger ones in apothecary jars, large vases or any glass containers. We supply the mason jars, dirt, plants and even little woodland creature cake toppers to inhabit your terrarium.
supplies needed: None. If you would like to bring your own glass jar or vase, feel free! Also, if you would like to make more than one terrarium, bring cash to pay for extra jars and plants.
Learn the basics of screen printing, from burning an image onto a screen to transferring that image onto a surface (paper, fabric, undies, perhaps?) You’ll learn how to coat a screen, burn it using a vacuum exposure unit and how to use a press (tabletop and tee shirt press). There are over 18 water soluble ink colors for you to use in your printing. You will work with our house screens which include fun images such as fun phrases, spirit animals, popular graphics and many to choose from. You will walk out of this class understanding the basics of ONE COLOR printing. You will have the knowledge to print at home, at Workshop for additional screen printing classes, or other printing spaces in the city. We supply several cool papers, patches and have some fun things for sale that you can print on.
This class is a great starter class, but it is not to be substituted for a multiple-week, intensive course. It will review the basics and give you some hands-on experience with screen printing. This class includes one hour of instruction and two hours of time to print, work with the instructor on pulling images, explore, and get creative!
supplies needed: none, but feel free to bring extra fabric, paper, canvases, pillowcases, aprons, t-shirts or other goodies if you would like to screen Workshop images onto them to take home. we do offer limited items for sale that you can purchase to print.
getting your own custom screen for class & home printing: for an additional $45, you can send in your own custom images to be burned onto a screen (whatever can fit onto two 8.5 X 11 sheets or one 11 X 14 sheet) AND take your screen to print at home or at a studio. All screens use brand new 110 - 230 mesh count silk screen fabric stretched over recycled frames. An email must be sent to images@workshopsf.org that includes images and the date of your class. Images must be submitted 72 hours or more prior to the class.
Learn basic sewing skills including how to cut fabric, how to use a simple pattern, and how to perform a few different stitches. You will also learn how to operate a sewing machine. You will walk out having finished at least three simple projects including a koozie for a can or bottle. And, you’ll start a sock monkey and finish it as homework. with all of these projects, you will gain a solid foundation of machine and hand sewing. You may not be ready to produce a Dior jacket quite yet, but at least you’ll be able to sew that ripped pillow on your couch. after taking this class, you have the option to take additional sewing classes.
supplies needed: bring a pair of fun medium to large socks (NOT your gym socks) for the sock monster project.
Oh caramel... whether poured over ice cream, used for dipping apples, or just offered up all by its lonesome, it has delighted mouths (and destroyed molars) for centuries. Now, you can learn how to make these small squares of chewy heaven in the privacy of your own kitchen! In Artisan Caramels, our resident connoisseur and master creator of fine treats, Emily Guzzardi, will demonstrate proper techniques in candy making and discuss how to avoid some of the common pitfalls with this process. Emily will offer a brief discussion on the science of cooking sugar, and give tips on how to make sure your caramels are a success! Students will sample multiple flavors of caramels, such as classic vanilla, lavender honey, black licorice, and, everyone’s all-time favorite, salted chocolate caramels, made with Guittard chocolate and Maldon sea salt. (This particular assortment of caramels is open to change based on what Emily has made that week. Well, except for the salted chocolate caramels... that one is a guarantee!) Students will then learn how to portion, cut, and hand-wrap individual caramels. Each student will take home an assortment of caramels in gift packaging. We would say that you could share your new yummy creations with your friends and loved ones, but who are we kidding? If these caramels survive the MUNI ride home, we’ll be impressed.
supplies needed: none
teacher bio: Emily Guzzardi is a veteran of the food industry. Having graduated from CIA, Emily has spent the past few years as a chef instructor, teaching baking and pastry classes. She has a wide variety of both front and back of the house experience in everything from fine dining restaurants to cafes to catering, dating as far back to the humble Dairy Queen days of her youth. Her cookie company, Batch, (http://batchbaking.com) is in the process of launching its signature Beadie cookie, a very secretly guarded family recipe. Batch is currently seeking mouths!
In this class, we will up your rank to 2nd-Level Sewing Sorcerer with a handful of crucial, technical sewing skills, giving you the confidence and vocabulary needed to take on garment construction. (this is equivalent to extra sewing intelligence, dexterity, and charisma, for you Dungeons & Dragons fans out there...you know who you are.) Using a combination of demonstrations and sample sewing, instructor Gwen Lutz teaches you the ins and outs of fabric and fabric grain, proper cutting techniques, how to create and sew buttonholes using the sewing machine buttonhole feature, how to install basic zippers, and other handy skills for basic garment construction. You will complete two small projects- a wallet-sized pouch with a button closure, and a second pouch with a zipper opening that is the perfect size for daily make-up or drawing supplies. However, this class is more technical in order to increase your comfort with the sewing machine, and add a new set of technical skills to your growing sewing arsenal.
prerequisite: Sewing 101, Rock & Roll Sewing or equivalent. (and by equivalent, we mean you already know how to use a sewing machine, wind thread around the bobbin, and complete simple sewing projects with a machine.
Learn basic sewing skills including how to cut fabric, how to use a simple pattern, and how to perform a few different stitches. You will also learn how to operate a sewing machine. You will walk out having finished at least three simple projects including a koozie for a can or bottle. And, you’ll start a sock monkey and finish it as homework. with all of these projects, you will gain a solid foundation of machine and hand sewing. You may not be ready to produce a Dior jacket quite yet, but at least you’ll be able to sew that ripped pillow on your couch. after taking this class, you have the option to take additional sewing classes.
supplies needed: bring a pair of fun medium to large socks (NOT your gym socks) for the sock monster project.
Everyone has terrarium fever! We’ll teach you how to make tiny desktop gardens from succulents, plants and moss in mason jars. It’s like your own miniature oasis that can travel with you, and it’s easier to care for than your pet rock. Well, almost. Once you know how to make terrariums, you can make larger ones in apothecary jars, large vases or any glass containers. We supply the mason jars, dirt, plants and even little woodland creature cake toppers to inhabit your terrarium.
supplies needed: None. If you would like to bring your own glass jar or vase, feel free! Also, if you would like to make more than one terrarium, bring cash to pay for extra jars and plants.
Interested in learning more about the wine-making process, but not quite ready to mortgage the house for a yield of Sebastopol pinot grapes? Join award-wining winemaker and brewer Scott Mansfield as he introduces you to the process of wine-making from a kit. Using the Stag’s Leap Merlot kit, Scott will guide you through the steps of fermentation and bottling. You will leave with two bottles from the Merlot kit batch, as well as the knowledge to make nearly any varietal using this process. And, you will relish in the glory of being able to reproduce a $35 bottle of wine for under five bucks! Score!
supplies needed: none
teacher bio: Scott Mansfield is a writer, brewer, and award winning winemaker. He has recently completed the book Strong Waters: http://www.strongwaters.net. He’s been making fermented and infused beverages for 15 years. Scott currently writes about local brewing for 7X7 in the Eat + Drink section.
Power tools can be intimidating. Maybe not as intimidating as the SF Giant’s bleacher section if you’re wearing visiting team colors (especially if you’re a Dodgers fan...), but power tools can certainly give you the pregnant pause if you aren’t quite sure how they operate. Let us help you work through that tool time anxiety... Workshop instructor Nick Sass will teach you about the most important tools in your toolkit- how to use a drill, basic saws, sanders and levels. You’ll learn which tools work best for fix-it situations, and when you will need to upgrade your tool set. We’ll also show you some around the house hints like using anchors in a wall, when to upgrade from hand tools to electric tools, and more. For your final project, you can use your new found handyman (or handywoman, of course...) skills to channel your inner-Bob-Villa and build your very own wooden toolbox!! As we post additional Carpentry & Design Project classes (bookshelves, benches, and headboards), you will be able to enroll in these classes.
supplies needed: Workshop will supply all tools and supplies for this class. However, you are welcome and encouraged to bring any tools you have from the following list: Cordless Drill (12, 18 volt or higher) with bits, a hammer, hand saw, a level, and/or your entire toolbox.
teacher bio: Nick Sass is a carpenter and builder from Redding, CA. Nick helped with The Bold Italic’s redesign, builds his own furniture, and can sling beers and chainsaws interchangeably. (We’ve watched him do this...)
Learn basic sewing skills including how to cut fabric, how to use a simple pattern, and how to perform a few different stitches. You will also learn how to operate a sewing machine. You will walk out having finished at least three simple projects including a koozie for a can or bottle. And, you’ll start a sock monkey and finish it as homework. with all of these projects, you will gain a solid foundation of machine and hand sewing. You may not be ready to produce a Dior jacket quite yet, but at least you’ll be able to sew that ripped pillow on your couch. after taking this class, you have the option to take additional sewing classes.
supplies needed: bring a pair of fun medium to large socks (NOT your gym socks) for the sock monster project.
Who doesn’t love flowers? They make you feel like a million dollars when a flower delivery person plants a bundle of them in your hands! But have you ever wanted to learn the art of floral design for yourself? In this new class, we show you how to use locally grown flowers and succulents to create a unique and sustainable flower bouquet! You will learn the proper way to cut flowers, tricks of the bouquet-making trade, and floral design tips and techniques. You will also learn how to make a floral arrangement using a recycled vase that you can take home. After this class you’ll be able to take a bundle of flowers and make them into something gorgeous! It’s up to you if you want to share your new skills to help out your Bridezilla friends with their wedding flowers...
Teacher bio: Lorena Cortez grew up in her grandmother’s garden and has had a life long love of flowers that continued until eventually she and her husband opened a local flower delivery service named Home.Sweet.Flowers here in San Francisco using only California grown flowers, recycled supplies, and delivering via bicycle. Maybe you’ll see one of her couriers riding by with flowers in their basket as you wait for the light to turn green.
Supplies needed: Feel free to bring a small jar, vase or mason jar for your arrangement. As well feel free to bring your own gardening shears or scissors, or you can use a set of basic scissors from Workshop.
Learn basic sewing skills including how to cut fabric, how to use a simple pattern, and how to perform a few different stitches. You will also learn how to operate a sewing machine. You will walk out having finished at least three simple projects including a koozie for a can or bottle. And, you’ll start a sock monkey and finish it as homework. with all of these projects, you will gain a solid foundation of machine and hand sewing. You may not be ready to produce a Dior jacket quite yet, but at least you’ll be able to sew that ripped pillow on your couch. after taking this class, you have the option to take additional sewing classes.
supplies needed: bring a pair of fun medium to large socks (NOT your gym socks) for the sock monster project.
Jeans are the staples of every wardrobe. You’ve got the pair that can make it safely through a mosh pit at an Anthrax show. You’ve got another pair that make your ass look like it belongs in Calvin Klein’s new campaign. And of course you’ve got the pair that forgives your stomach the morning after you’ve gone Shark Week on a late night Mr. Pizza Man order. But years of such close companionship can render your denim no longer ready for prime time. In Sewing Alterations: Denim Rehab, you will sharpen your sewing skills by learning techniques for altering, repairing, and "rehabilitating" your dearest denim. In this Workshop 12-step program, you will learn how to do jean hems, how to transform loose-fitting jeans into skinny jeans, how to patch holes, and how to repair the fabric that mysteriously disappears from the jean chafing zone. In addition, you will learn a few tips for distressing your denim to give it that worn-in look. Okay, all of that might take more than 12 steps. But if rehab was good enough for Dave Mustaine, James Hetfield, Slash, most of Aerosmith, all of Motley Crue, well...you get the drift.
prerequisite: Sewing 101, Rock & Roll Sewing or equivalent. (and by equivalent, we mean you already know how to use a sewing machine, wind thread around the bobbin, and complete simple sewing projects with a machine.)
supplies needed: please bring atleast 2-3 pairs of jeans that you would like to work on in class. We advise picking up a pair or two from Goodwill to use for practice before you try altering your good jeans.
Learn the basics of screen printing, from burning an image onto a screen to transferring that image onto a surface (paper, fabric, undies, perhaps?) You’ll learn how to coat a screen, burn it using a vacuum exposure unit and how to use a press (tabletop and tee shirt press). There are over 18 water soluble ink colors for you to use in your printing. You will work with our house screens which include fun images such as fun phrases, spirit animals, popular graphics and many to choose from. You will walk out of this class understanding the basics of ONE COLOR printing. You will have the knowledge to print at home, at Workshop for additional screen printing classes, or other printing spaces in the city. We supply several cool papers, patches and have some fun things for sale that you can print on.
This class is a great starter class, but it is not to be substituted for a multiple-week, intensive course. It will review the basics and give you some hands-on experience with screen printing. This class includes one hour of instruction and two hours of time to print, work with the instructor on pulling images, explore, and get creative!
supplies needed: none, but feel free to bring extra fabric, paper, canvases, pillowcases, aprons, t-shirts or other goodies if you would like to screen Workshop images onto them to take home. we do offer limited items for sale that you can purchase to print.
getting your own custom screen for class & home printing: for an additional $45, you can send in your own custom images to be burned onto a screen (whatever can fit onto two 8.5 X 11 sheets or one 11 X 14 sheet) AND take your screen to print at home or at a studio. All screens use brand new 110 - 230 mesh count silk screen fabric stretched over recycled frames. An email must be sent to images@workshopsf.org that includes images and the date of your class. Images must be submitted 72 hours or more prior to the class.
Learn how to give yourself hot nail art from DIY nail artist and Party Nails founder Taylor Watson. In this class, you ll learn the basics of nail care and helpful tips to design your own set of party nails. This is a hands-on class in which you ll practice a variety of nail art designs including animal prints, acid wash, florals, and more. You ll have the opportunity to use dotting tools and professional nail brushes, as well learn the basics of applying studs and gems to your nails. You ll leave the class with tricks of the trade, fabulous nails, and a packet of nail art goodies to keep you looking fresh and stylin . Bonus: each student will walk out with a how to zine and tool kit including brushes, nail wheel and some polish.
supplies needed: none
Taylor has been a crafter and lover of makeup and nails for as long as she can remembers. She was heavily influenced by drag culture at a young age, thanks to trips to the Provincetown Carnival in the summers. She started her own DIY nail art project, Party Nails, in late 2011. She hosts pop up events around the Bay Area, determined to nail as many hot ladies and gents out there. In her other life, Taylor is a holistic health coach- she also works with people to live their happiest and healthiest life possible.
Oh caramel... whether poured over ice cream, used for dipping apples, or just offered up all by its lonesome, it has delighted mouths (and destroyed molars) for centuries. Now, you can learn how to make these small squares of chewy heaven in the privacy of your own kitchen! In Artisan Caramels, our resident connoisseur and master creator of fine treats, Emily Guzzardi, will demonstrate proper techniques in candy making and discuss how to avoid some of the common pitfalls with this process. Emily will offer a brief discussion on the science of cooking sugar, and give tips on how to make sure your caramels are a success! Students will sample multiple flavors of caramels, such as classic vanilla, lavender honey, black licorice, and, everyone’s all-time favorite, salted chocolate caramels, made with Guittard chocolate and Maldon sea salt. (This particular assortment of caramels is open to change based on what Emily has made that week. Well, except for the salted chocolate caramels... that one is a guarantee!) Students will then learn how to portion, cut, and hand-wrap individual caramels. Each student will take home an assortment of caramels in gift packaging. We would say that you could share your new yummy creations with your friends and loved ones, but who are we kidding? If these caramels survive the MUNI ride home, we’ll be impressed.
supplies needed: none
teacher bio: Emily Guzzardi is a veteran of the food industry. Having graduated from CIA, Emily has spent the past few years as a chef instructor, teaching baking and pastry classes. She has a wide variety of both front and back of the house experience in everything from fine dining restaurants to cafes to catering, dating as far back to the humble Dairy Queen days of her youth. Her cookie company, Batch, (http://batchbaking.com) is in the process of launching its signature Beadie cookie, a very secretly guarded family recipe. Batch is currently seeking mouths!
Power tools can be intimidating. Maybe not as intimidating as the SF Giant’s bleacher section if you’re wearing visiting team colors (especially if you’re a Dodgers fan...), but power tools can certainly give you the pregnant pause if you aren’t quite sure how they operate. Let us help you work through that tool time anxiety... Workshop instructor Nick Sass will teach you about the most important tools in your toolkit- how to use a drill, basic saws, sanders and levels. You’ll learn which tools work best for fix-it situations, and when you will need to upgrade your tool set. We’ll also show you some around the house hints like using anchors in a wall, when to upgrade from hand tools to electric tools, and more. For your final project, you can use your new found handyman (or handywoman, of course...) skills to channel your inner-Bob-Villa and build your very own wooden toolbox!! As we post additional Carpentry & Design Project classes (bookshelves, benches, and headboards), you will be able to enroll in these classes.
supplies needed: Workshop will supply all tools and supplies for this class. However, you are welcome and encouraged to bring any tools you have from the following list: Cordless Drill (12, 18 volt or higher) with bits, a hammer, hand saw, a level, and/or your entire toolbox.
teacher bio: Nick Sass is a carpenter and builder from Redding, CA. Nick helped with The Bold Italic’s redesign, builds his own furniture, and can sling beers and chainsaws interchangeably. (We’ve watched him do this...)
Ah, pickling... the wonderful food preservation technique that transforms plain old veggies into tart little treasures. And what Sunday morning Bloody Mary isn’t perfected by a garnish of yummy pickled green beans? In this class, Kelly McVicker of McVicker Pickles guides you in the tasty art of pickling. You will learn how to pickle different types of vegetables at home, pickling safety tips, and tricks for creating the best flavors in your pickled goodies. Each student will leave class with one jar of pickled cucumbers, a second jar of a pickled seasonal vegetable (changes based on what’s in season), and a list of resources, places to buy pickling supplies, pickling tips, and recipes to ensure that you can repeat this process at home. 
