WELCOME TO AR WORKSHOP Bristow!

Workshop Classes

Meet us at the studio for an instructor-led DIY session! We're limiting public class sizes and also offer private table bookings.

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DIY to-go kits

Experience the joy of AR Workshop from anywhere. Grab a kit and craft when and where it's most convenient for you!

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Events & Parties

We like to pARty! In the workshop, virtually or onsite at your event - we'll be ready to share the experience of DIY with your group!

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Make It For Me

No time for DIY? Let us handle it. We're happy to create the perfect handmade gift or home decor piece for you.

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Gift Cards

Make someone's day! Gift cards from AR Workshop can be used for classes, DIY-to-go kits, personalized decor and more!

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Retail

Shopping for something trendy and unique? Look no further than our hand selected assortment of curated products.

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Bristow's DIY WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

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Sun, Apr 11

SUNDAY FAMILY CRAFTERNOON

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Mon, Apr 12

CC Ladies Night Out! It's Been Too Long!

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Tue, Apr 13

Wed, Apr 14

PWC TEAM BUILDING

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

WINE down WEDNES-DIY Friends Night out!

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Thu, Apr 15

THIRSTY-THURSDAY AND DIY THERAPY!

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Fri, Apr 16

IT'S FRI-YAY DIY-YAY!

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sat, Apr 17

Spring-kles has Sprung Cookie Decorating Class

Nora's 9th BDAY pARty!

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Sun, Apr 18

SUNDAY FAMILY CRAFTERNOON

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Mon, Apr 19

Tue, Apr 20

Wed, Apr 21

Thu, Apr 22

THIRSTY THURSDAY AND DIY!

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Fri, Apr 23

Specialty - Charcuterie and Wood Trays

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sat, Apr 24

FAMILY FRIENDLY MORNING MAKERS

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Sun, Apr 25

It's a Sunday private DIY pARty!

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Michelle P Private pARty 2

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Mon, Apr 26

Tue, Apr 27

Wed, Apr 28

WINE down WEDNES-DIY Friends Night out!

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Thu, Apr 29

Fri, Apr 30

IT'S FRI-YAY DIY AND WINE!

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sat, May 1

Specialty-Candles and Trays

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

DIY-TO-GO KITS!

Take the fun and beauty of AR Workshop projects to your home!

Kits include detailed instructions, all materials and pro tips to create a finished masterpiece!

Check out a kit to see what is inside!

DIY To-Go Kit - Order It Here!

Chunky Knit Blanket Class To-Go! Includes Online Tutorial

SHIPPING DIY To-Go Kit - Order It Here!

New Bristow Village DIY ZOOM pARty!

ORDER A CUSTOM FINISHED PROJECT!

No time to DIY? Let us handle it.

We're happy to create the perfect gift or home decor piece for you. Custom projects are handmade at our shop in any color, style and customization you choose! We can even add some gift wrapping and retail items to your package too!

CUSTOM GIFTS · CLIENT & STAFF APPRECIATION · HOUSEWARMING · CLOSING GIFTS · HOLIDAY · TEACHERS · BUSINESS LOGOS · TREAT YOURSELF!

Make it For Me!! - Order It Here!
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DESIGNS THAT ARE TRENDING

Inspirational Words Script Pedestal Tray

Laurel Script Heart Names Established Framed

BROWSE ALL PROJECTS

About our parties & Events!

Finding the perfect group outing destination can be tough!

We've tailored the workshop group experience to suit any style and budget!

Let AR Workshop help you coordinate the best DIY outing ever!

Our hands-on projects are perfect for:

Corporate or Team Building Events
Birthday Parties
Virtual Events
Bridal or Bachelorette Parties
Fundraisers
Baby Showers

Let us host your group and we'll handle all of the details.

Be our guest and leave the stress of keeping track of individual requests behind! Our registration system allows group organizers to share a link so each individual can place their order within the party!

From Sunday through Wednesday, our private party minimum is 18 people and a 24 person minimum Thursday pm / Friday pm /Saturday pm. Can’t meet our minimum? Ask about booking a table for your friends at a regular scheduled workshop or just register for any workshop and include your friends names so we can seat you together!

Most adult projects range from $65.50-$79.50 and children’s projects start at $45. Contact us for specific pricing.

We provide all of the materials, tools, and instruction! Choose from our Project Portfolio with a variety of mediums for your group. Choose from our decor line of non-toxic stains and paints to customize your projects in the workshop!

Choose your preferred date and time for your private workshop. The workshop is available 7 days a week for private parties, with exception of scheduled classes as shown on our calendar.

You may bring in small snacks or appetizers to enjoy at AR Workshop Bristow.

(NO byob at all, so please do not bring any alcohol to the workshop)

Choose your preferred date and time for your private workshop. The workshop is available 7 days a week for private parties, with exception of scheduled classes as shown on our calendar.

Private workshops last from 2-3 hours depending on the project. Children’s parties include 2.5 hour workshop timeslot.

Once you reserve your private workshop date and time, you will receive a customized party link for the hostess to send out to the guests via email with instructions on registering.

Our Retail Boutique

Love to shop? Browse our trend setting decor pieces and accessories to pair up with your finished projects! Anders Ruff adores styling our boutique workshop space and can't wait to share our interior design tips and unique retail finds with you!

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About AR Workshop Bristow

AR Workshop® is a boutique DIY studio that offers hands-on classes for creating custom, charming home decor from raw materials. Join an instructor-led workshop where you can make custom wood plank signs, framed signs, canvas pillows, round signs, lazy susans, centerpiece boxes, canvas tote bags, and more! AR Workshop Bristow® will help you take your home decor to the next level and have fun while creating it!

AR Workshop Bristow is owned by Mary Stiehm. After just one class with AR Workshop, she knew this was the right business for her, and she can’t wait to share this fun experience with the Bristow, Gainesville, Haymarket, and Manassas areas.

Mary enjoys baking for her family, traveling with husband or cheering for college basketball. Mary can’t wait to see you at a workshop soon, and she is happy to help you organize a special event, a girls night out, or any occasion that brings you, your friends, and you love for DIY together!