Hey Hey Macrame

Whaooo, what an awesome group!  Our macrame wall hanging workshop was a blast!  This one started early and ended late and the results were a testament to the hard work these ladies put in!  

Think we look loopy in the photo?  Well, yeah, it was after 10pm!

In this workshop we planned to teach three basic macrame knots.  But, these ladies immediately started creating unique wall hangings which gave us the opportunity to teach even more.  Square knots, twisted knots and braids galore.

Muah! We hope you got some rest ladies and can't wait to craft with you again!

Mmmm, hummus-filled bell peppers and mini pumpkin pies.  Got-to love fall snacks!  We do!

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String Art: Getting Stringy With It

Our string art workshop was a blast!  This group of ladies knew how to have a good time, that's for sure!  (In fact, we had such a good time I didn't get pictures of our Jalapeno infused Moscow Mules or black cherry desserts!  You can check out the recipe for the Kickin Mules here though!)

For the art, we choose between four patterns: California, LOVE, RAD, and a charming feather.  Each student painted their boards and it was awesome to see their creativity in choosing colors & finishes.  Thank you ladies for an awesome evening!  And look at the finished product!

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Hand Lettering: Custom Return Address Stamp

Our first Hand Lettering workshop was a major success!! Students learned the basic principles of typography while sipping on watermelon margarita granitas. Everyone was given the chance to design and draw their own personal return address stamp. . .

Didn't they turn out amazing?!?

Basic Woodworking: Moscow Mules + Power Tools

We were both so pumped for this workshop and it didn't disappoint!  The students braved the rain on Saturday night and learned to use a miter saw, jig saw, power drill, and hammer!  The result: A killer diamond-shaped, wall-mounted jewelry holder with a copper rod.  No sitting around watching paint dry either.  In between power-tool steps we pulled up stools to our bead bar to create one-of-a-kind tasseled necklaces - the perfect summer accessory!

This is a workshop we are already putting on the books again - look out in September for Moscow Mules + Power Tools, Part Deux (class size limited)!

Catch a schedule of all of our workshops at www.designbarstudios.com! 

Want to host a workshop of your own e-mail us at skillsandfrills@gmail.com

Keep it Crafty,

Laura + Laura