WELCOME TO AR WORKSHOP La Plata!

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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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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Sun, Sep 19

Brooklyn's Birthday Party

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Mon, Sep 20

Tue, Sep 21

Wed, Sep 22

Fall Pumpkin Workshop Fun!

5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Thu, Sep 23

Fri, Sep 24

Alex Ingagliato Foundation

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Friday Night Out Wood Workshop!

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sat, Sep 25

Saturday Wood Workshop!

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sun, Sep 26

Mon, Sep 27

Tue, Sep 28

Wed, Sep 29

Swan Point Pumpkin Event

Thu, Sep 30

Fri, Oct 1

Sat, Oct 2

DSS Charles County Private Event

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Sun, Oct 3

Mon, Oct 4

Tue, Oct 5

Wed, Oct 6

Fall Pumpkin Workshop Fun!

5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Thu, Oct 7

Fri, Oct 8

Friday Night Out Wood Workshop!

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sat, Oct 9

Casey Long's Birthday Party

5:30 PM - 8:30 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!

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

Order a DIY To-GO Kit HERE!

Back To College DIY Dorm Kit

PORCH SIGNS, DOOR MATS, PLANTERS & MORE!

DIY To-Go 10x10 and 4x8 MINI KITS!

Christmas Ornament To Go Kits!

Holiday Season DIY To Go Kits!

Santa is Coming to Town To Go Kit!

Holiday Bundles and Gifts!

DIY To-Go Valentine KITS 10x10 and 4x8 MINI KITS!

Catch a Leprechaun DIY Kit + More!

Easter & Spring DIY To Go Kits!

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 (Make It For Me)
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DESIGNS THAT ARE TRENDING

Modern Family Name and Co Location Framed

Boho Pumpkin Welcome To Our Home Family Porch

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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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Our private party minimum is 18 people. 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 $45-$85 and children’s projects range from $35-$40. 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.

You may bring in small snacks or appetizers to enjoy. AR Workshop LaPlata is licensed to sell alcohol. Please bring your valid Photo I.D., not outside drinks or containers are permitted.

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 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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