WELCOME TO AR WORKSHOP La Plata!

317 CHARLES STREET, La Plata, MD 20646 (301) 804-9357

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! -BOOK NOW-

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YOUTH CAMPS

Calling all parents! We have the perfect summer boredom buster. Register your child for a hands-on crafting experience.

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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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La Plata's DIY WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

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Sat

Sun, Jun 26

Open for Private Event

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Mon, Jun 27

4 DAY SUMMER CAMP PM (G)- Tote, Pillow, Sign, Tray

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Tue, Jun 28

4 DAY SUMMER CAMP PM (G)- Tote, Pillow, Sign, Tray

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Wed, Jun 29

4 DAY SUMMER CAMP PM (G)- Tote, Pillow, Sign, Tray

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

WINE-DOWN WEDNESDAY WORKSHOP!

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Thu, Jun 30

GIFT SHOP OPEN

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

4 DAY SUMMER CAMP PM (G)- Tote, Pillow, Sign, Tray

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Thirsty Thursday Happy Hour

5:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Fri, Jul 1

1 DAY SUMMER CAMP PM - Youth Round or Centerpiece Box!

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

"TGIF" FriYay Fun Workshop!

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sat, Jul 2

Saturday Fun, reserve one seat or a table!!!

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Sun, Jul 3

Mon, Jul 4

Tue, Jul 5

Wed, Jul 6

1 DAY TEEN SUMMER CAMP - Plank, Photo, or Accessory Board

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

WINE-DOWN WEDNESDAY WORKSHOP!

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Thu, Jul 7

GIFT SHOP OPEN

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Thirsty Thursday Happy Hour

5:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Fri, Jul 8

1 DAY SUMMER CAMP PM - Youth Plank or Accessory Board

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

"TGIF" FriYay Fun Workshop!

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sat, Jul 9

“Abbie’s Bachelorette Party”

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Saturday Fun, reserve one seat or a table!!!

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Sun, Jul 10

Open for Private Event - CAll us to reserve

9:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Mon, Jul 11

4 DAY SUMMER CAMP AM (M) - Round, 3D Paper & Wood, Pillow, String Art

9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Tue, Jul 12

4 DAY SUMMER CAMP AM (M) - Round, 3D Paper & Wood, Pillow, String Art

9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Wed, Jul 13

4 DAY SUMMER CAMP AM (M) - Round, 3D Paper & Wood, Pillow, String Art

9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Jelly Beans Summer Camp Event

10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

WINE-DOWN WEDNESDAY WORKSHOP!

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Thu, Jul 14

4 DAY SUMMER CAMP AM (M) - Round, 3D Paper & Wood, Pillow, String Art

9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

GIFT SHOP OPEN

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Thirsty Thursday Happy Hour

5:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Fri, Jul 15

1 DAY SUMMER CAMP AM - Youth Plank or Accessory Board

9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

1 DAY TEEN SUMMER CAMP - Plank, Photo, or Accessory Board

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

"TGIF" FriYay Fun Workshop!

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sat, Jul 16

Saturday Fun, reserve one seat or a table!!!

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

YOUTH CAMPS

Calling all parents! We have the perfect summer boredom buster.

Jul 1 from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM:
1 DAY SUMMER CAMP PM - Youth Round or Centerpiece Box!

Jul 6 from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM:
1 DAY TEEN SUMMER CAMP - Plank, Photo, or Accessory Board

Jul 8 from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM:
1 DAY SUMMER CAMP PM - Youth Plank or Accessory Board

Jul 11 - Jul 14 from 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM:
4 DAY SUMMER CAMP AM (M) - Round, 3D Paper & Wood, Pillow, String Art

Jul 15 from 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM:
1 DAY SUMMER CAMP AM - Youth Plank or Accessory Board

Jul 15 from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM:
1 DAY TEEN SUMMER CAMP - Plank, Photo, or Accessory Board

Jul 18 - Jul 21 from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM:
4 DAY SUMMER CAMP PM (E) - Tie Dye Week!!

Jul 20 from 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM:
1 DAY TEEN SUMMER CAMP- PILLOWS!

Jul 22 from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM:
1 DAY SUMMER CAMP PM - Wood Photo Frame

Jul 25 - Jul 28 from 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM:
4 DAY SUMMER CAMP AM (N) - Swap ARt Collection, Canvas Pillow

Jul 27 from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM:
1 DAY TEEN SUMMER CAMP - Plank, Photo, or Accessory Board

Jul 29 from 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM:
1 DAY SUMMER CAMP AM - Youth Canvas Hanging

Aug 1 - Aug 4 from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM:
4 DAY SUMMER CAMP PM (F) - WOVEN WALL HANGING, TRAY, SIGN, TOTE

Aug 5 from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM:
1 DAY SUMMER CAMP PM - Paint and String Art

Aug 5 from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM:
1 DAY TEEN SUMMER CAMP- PILLOWS!

Aug 8 - Aug 11 from 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM:
4 DAY SUMMER CAMP AM (E) - Tie Dye Week!!

Aug 10 from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM:
1 DAY TEEN SUMMER CAMP- PILLOWS!

Aug 12 from 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM:
1 DAY SUMMER CAMP AM - Youth Canvas Pillow

Aug 15 - Aug 18 from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM:
4 DAY SUMMER CAMP PM (I) - Wall Hanging, Sign, String Art, Frame

Aug 19 from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM:
1 DAY SUMMER CAMP PM - Paint and String Art

Aug 19 from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM:
1 DAY TEEN SUMMER CAMP - Plank, Photo, or Accessory Board

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!

BLANKET-To-Go - Order Here for Pick-up!

Buy Now Camp Later Voucher!

Order a DIY To-GO Kit HERE!

PORCH PROJECTS, PLANTERS & MORE!

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 - Pay & Pick Up
ORDER HERE Realtor Closing Gifts
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DESIGNS THAT ARE TRENDING

Home Sweet Home Modern Farmhouse Porch Leaner

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!

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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!

CORPORATE PARTIES · TEAM BUILDING · BIRTHDAYS · VIRTUAL EVENTS · BRIDAY SHOWERS · BACHELORETTE PARTIES · FUNDRAISERS · BABY SHOWERS

Most adult projects range from $45-$85 and children’s projects range from $25-$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 eco friendly 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. We are closed on Sunday & Monday, however we will open by request or for a private event.

You may bring in snacks, appetizers or have food delivered to enjoy. AR Workshop LaPlata is licensed to sell alcohol. Please bring your valid Photo I.D., all guests with a valid ID snd over 21 years of age can be be served. No outside drinks or containers are permitted.

Private workshops last from 2-3 hours depending on the project. Children’s parties include 2 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!

About AR Workshop La Plata

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® will help you take your home decor to the next level and have fun while creating it!

Meet Laura Forbes, owner of AR Workshop La Plata! She comes from a long history of working hard and playing hard. It has been a passion of Laura's to bring something to La Plata that would add to the town positively. Giving the community a fun activity to do any day of the week. The idea of doing things yourself has always inspired her. AR Workshop was just the type of boutique that could provide all these things to the town she loves.

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